10-Day Italian Lakes District Tour Packages

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• 10 Day Europe Football Tour Itinerary, incl. Amsterdam and Milan

  San Siro Stadium reveals Italian football heritage as home to AC Milan. Players' tunnels, trophy rooms, and AC Milan Museum await visitors. The tour pairs with Milan highlights including the Duomo and Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II.

  

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  • Days 1-3

    Amsterdam & Johan Cruyff Arena

    Land in Amsterdam and get settled at your hotel. The city center isn't huge but can be tricky to navigate. Pick up a free map from your hotel and mark the main tram lines. Start day 2 with a 2.5-hour walking tour from Beursplein. Pack good walking shoes since Amsterdam's cobblestones can be rough on your feet. The tour will help you understand the canal system so you can find your way around better later. On day 3 visit the Johan Cruyff Arena. Take metro line 54 from Centraal Station for a 15-minute ride. A day ticket is better value than single fares. Tours start at 10:30 AM and you'll see the Ajax dressing room, players' tunnel and trophy room. If you want Ajax gear, stop at the museum shop first before the tour crowds arrive.

    
  • Days 4-6

    Munich & Allianz Arena

    Take the morning train to Munich which takes about 7 hours. Check flight prices too as Lufthansa sometimes offers deals around $120. Munich's public transport works really well. Get a 3-day IsarCard to cover all your trips. Start by exploring Munich's Old Town on foot in the morning. Then spend a full day at the Allianz Arena. Take the U6 subway to Fröttmaning station. You can't miss the stadium with its color-changing walls. A recent visitor said: "The stadium tour feels incredibly intimate - you actually get to sit in the same spots where Bayern's stars prepare for matches. The press room was my highlight."

    
  • Days 7-10

    Milan & San Siro

    The train ride to Milan takes about 6 hours through beautiful Alpine landscapes. Use your first full day to see the city by hop-on-hop-off bus. It's a good way to understand Milan's circular layout. Plan a full morning for the San Siro stadium. Take the M5 metro to San Siro Stadio station. Get there when it opens at 9:30 AM to beat the crowds. Bring a light jacket to the San Siro even in warm weather since it gets cool inside. Between September and May you might catch a live AC Milan or Inter Milan game. You can buy tickets on the clubs' websites about 2 weeks before matches.

    

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• 9 Days in Italian Lakes, incl. Milan and Lake Garda

  Lakes Maggiore, Como, and Garda showcase their beauty across 9 days and 8 cities. Baveno, Verona's Roman arena, UNESCO-listed Mantua, and Modena's Ferrari Museum create lasting memories. Twelve meals and luxury coach transit included.

  

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  • Days 1-2

    Milan & Lake Maggiore

    Plan to arrive at Malpensa Airport before 2 PM to catch your transfer to Baveno. "Book a morning flight as later arrivals meant a costly private transfer to Baveno," advises a recent traveler. Spend your first evening walking Baveno's lakefront promenade. On day two, take a boat trip to the Borromean Islands. Get your tickets at the dock before 9 AM to avoid the crowds.

    
  • Day 3

    Lake Como

    Take the early morning train from Baveno to Lake Como. The 90-minute ride gives you a full day to explore the elegant towns. Visit Bellagio and Varenna, which are linked by regular ferries. A visitor reports: "The mid-lake ferry pass was worth it - we hopped between towns all day and got the best photos from the water."

    
  • Days 4-5

    Lake Garda Area

    The drive to Lake Garda takes about 3 hours from Como. Stay in Sirmione or Gardone Riviera for good boat connections. Book a hotel in town instead of remote resorts. One guest notes: "our Lake Garda hotel was beautiful but too far from everything without a car."

    
  • Day 6

    Verona Day Trip

    Take the 45-minute train to Verona. Visit Juliet's House at 8:30 AM opening time before the tour groups show up. The Lamberti Tower offers great city views but bring water since there's no shade up top. Head back to Lake Garda to watch sunset at Punta San Vigilio.

    
  • Day 7

    Bergamo & Modena

    Start your day in Bergamo's Città Alta. Take the funicular up and explore the medieval walls. In the afternoon, visit Modena for balsamic vinegar tasting. You'll need to book traditional acetaias in advance. The Enzo Ferrari Museum is open until 6 PM when it's usually less busy.

    
  • Days 8-9

    Milan Finale

    Your trip ends in Milan. Get to the Duomo at 8 AM opening to skip long lines. If you want to see The Last Supper, book tickets months ahead. For shopping, try the Brera district instead of the busy Golden Triangle for equally good stores.

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• Spectacular Golf and Scenic Wonders of Italy’s Lakes 10 Days/9Nights

  This 10-day Italian Lakes trip takes you to three lakes—Garda, Como, and Maggiore—with 7 rounds at championship courses including GardaGolf and Castelconturbia. Motorboat rides bring you to Villa Carlotta and Villa del Balbianello on the water. Sirmione's historic center leads to the ancient Grotte di Catullo ruins. Milan visits include the Duomo di Milano and Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II. Accommodations feature 3 nights at Hotel Promessi Sposi on Lake Garda, with luxury stays throughout. Private transfers include a minibus and English-speaking driver for the entire trip.

  

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  • Lake Garda Italy

    72 mi

  • Lake Como Italy

    29 mi

  • Lake Maggiore Italy

    99 mi

  • Lake Garda Italy

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