Lake Iseo is the least known of Italy's northern lakes. Nestled in the foothills of the Alps it offers visitors a little bit of everything, from climbing and sailing to culture and history with no shortage of great food, wine and tranquillity.
Most people have heard of the Italian Lakes. Como, Maggiore and Garda are world famous for their beauty, culture and charm. For centuries the rich and famous have come to their shores to rest, relax and recuperate. Yet arguably the most spectacular lake has been left in relative obscurity. Lake Iseo is the quintessential ‘undiscovered gem’. It is a place for travellers and tourists who are looking to get off the beaten track and delight in discovering their own special places.
Included Features
- 3 nights lake view accommodations in selected hotel
- Buffet breakfast daily
- Full day private guided excursion of Lake Iseo & Franciacorta Wine District
- One hour cruise on Lake Iseo
- Winery visit, wine tasting accompanied by rustic snacks in Franciacorta
- Hotel service charges and taxes
- Category CDMR Fiat 500X 4 door five speed manual shift (Category CWMR Peugeot 308 station wagon for 3 to 4 travellers) with unlimited free mileage, collision damage waiver, mandatory fire and theft protection, third party liability up to 2 million dollars, personal accident insurance, zero deductible, 24 hour road assistance - pick up/drop off in Milan
Itinerary
DAY 1 – Milan / Sulzano - Lake Iseo
Pick up your self drive car rental in Milan’s Malpensa Airport, Linate Airport or downtown and self-drive to Lake Iseo. Check in and room assignment. Lake Iseo has something for everyone. Nowhere else can you sail to a lakeside restaurant, bike along mountain trails, and sip on DOCG sparkling wines at its source. Of Europe's 10 "controlled destination of origin guaranteed (DOCG) wines, only Franciacorta, Cava, and Champagne are made by fermentation in the bottle. Lake Iseo and the mountains of Val Camonica offer a fantastic range of outdoor sports. From skiing, mountain biking and climbing to wakeboarding, sailing and kite surfing, Lake Iseo offers many options for outdoor experiences. The mountains around Lake Iseo are famous for their health spas. Darfo Boario has one of the oldest hot water spas in Northern Italy and is well worth a visit. There are a number of beach resorts on both the shores of the lake. They are ideal places to relax with friends and family, enjoy a barbecue and take in the dramatic mountain landscape.
Day 2 – Sulzano - Lake Iseo / Franciacorta Wine District / Lake Cruise / Sulzano - Lake Iseo
Buffet Breakfast/Wine Tasting with Snacks
Buffet breakfast at hotel. Meet your local licensed English speaking guide and depart for a full day of exploration. Visit of the Church of San Pietro in Lamosa Monastery (of Cluniac origin), a beautiful example of Lombard Romanesque style, with Medieval, Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque Chapels: a real architectonic evolution! Enjoy a sightseeing tour along the Wine and Castles Road. Visit a winery in Franciacorta, where the Classical Method will be explained, visiting the different sections of the cellar and finishing with Franciacorta wine tasting! Proceed to Iseo, where the boat will leave for Montisola, the greatest island in the lakes in Europe, with natural beauties and a typical landscape, where many local traditions will be discovered; those linked to the production of fishing nets, the manufacturing of boats and the conservation method of fish and also historical events and local legends. Enjoy free time for strolling.
Day 3 – Lake Iseo
Buffet Breakfast
Buffet brakfast at hotel and enjoy a full day at leisure. Take advantage of the hotel's outdoor pool and heated jacuzzi, enjoy a scenic lake cruise, or view one of the world's greatest collections of prehistoric petroglyphs!
Day 4 - Sulzano - Lake Iseo / Departure
Buffet Breakfast
Buffet breakfast at hotel and check out. Self-drive to Milan and return your vehicle, or extend your stay.
Accommodation, Departure Dates and Prices
First Class Option
Riva Lago Hotel
Or Similar
PRICING PER PERSON, DOUBLE OCCUPANCY
VALID FOR TRAVEL APRIL 1 - JUNE 20, 2021 & SEPTEMBER 6 - OCTOBER 31, 2021
Party Size First Class Package
2 Participants $949.00 3 Participants $849.00 4 Participants $799.00
Single Occupancy $1,549.00
VALID FOR TRAVEL JUNE 21, 2021 - SEPTEMBER 5, 2021
Party Size First Class Package
2 Participants $949.00 3 Participants $849.00 4 Participants $799.00
Single Occupancy $1,549.00
Extra nights at any of the included hotels are available upon request at a supplementary cost based on travel dates. Vacation may be personalized to suit. Larger parties welcome. Please contact us for a price quote and details.