What to expect

Guided Walks

Guided Walks

Enjoy three leisurely half day walks in beautiful surroundings as you explore Northern Italy.

Charming Towns

Charming Towns

Ferry-hop the lake’s charming, colourful towns of Garda, San Vigilio, Torri del Benaco & more.

Stunning Sightseeing

Stunning Sightseeing

Explore the magnificent castles & villas like the amazing Villa Pelligrini Cipolla, Villa Canossa & Scaligero Castle.

About this trip...

Join us for an unforgettable walking holiday as we uncover the breathtaking beauty of Lake Garda in Northern Italy. This carefully crafted trip offers three included guided walks that will lead you to some of the region's most spectacular panoramic vistas. With ample free time woven into the itinerary, you'll have the perfect opportunity to relax by the lake, delve deeper into the rich history and culture of this fascinating area, or simply soak up the glorious Italian atmosphere.

Grade: Easy to Medium
Activity Level: Activity Level Rating
What's this?

What's Included?

  • Airport transfers
  • Private Room
  • Breakfast & buffet style dinner
  • Lunch in Torri del Benaco
  • Welcome drink and information meeting
  • 3 guided half-day walks
  • Accompanying Solo's Tour Leader

What's extra:

  • International flights are not included
  • Travel insurance
  • Tips & drinks
  • Meals not included in the itinerary
  • Activities not included in the itinerary
  • Tourist Tax, €2.00 per day payable to the hotel locally at the end of your stay (amount subject to change)

Itinerary

  • Arrive Verona
  • Val dei Mulini / Costermano
  • Day at leisure
  • Garda / San Vigilio / Torri del Benaco
  • Day at leisure
  • Tour of la Rocca
  • Day at leisure
  • Depart Verona

What you'll be doing

Day One: Arrive Verona

Day One: Arrive Verona

Arrive at Verona Airport and transfer to the hotel.
  • Dinner Included
Day Two: Explore Val dei Mulini / Costermano

Day Two: Explore Val dei Mulini / Costermano

After breakfast we begin our charming walk which passes through the beautiful Valle dei Mulini before we reach the small hamlet of Castion Veronese, location of the stunning Villa Pelligrini Cipolla (1760). From here, the route takes us to the picturesque villages of San Verolo and Costermano, from where we return downhill to Garda. Our afternoon can be spent at our leisure. 
  • Walking: Approx. 6.8 miles
  • Breakfast & Dinner Included
Day Three: Day at leisure

Day Three: Day at leisure

Captivating Lake Garda has attracted the rich and famous to its shores for many years. At approximately 142 square miles, it’s the largest of the Italian lakes, spanning three of Italy’s most beautiful regions - Lombardy, Trentino and Veneto. The scenery has a Mediterranean feel to it, with vineyards, olive groves and citrus orchards dominating the landscapes, mainly due to the region’s uniquely mild micro-climate.

  • Breakfast & Dinner Included

Day Four: Garda / San Vigilio / Torri del Benaco

Day Four: Garda / San Vigilio / Torri del Benaco

Our walk today takes us firstly along the stunning shores of Lake Garda, until we reach the magnificent Villa Canossa. We continue to San Vigilio, to admire the stunning ancient villa, host to royalty, nobility and film stars. The route rises to a panoramic spot above the legendary Baiadelle Sirene, before entering the woods where there are still Bronze Age ancient graffiti carvings to admire. From here, a panoramic walk takes us to Scaligero Castle, where we will enjoy lunch at a local trattoria before taking a relaxing ferry ride back to Garda. We can spend the afternoon at our own pace to do our own thing. 

  • Walking: Approx. 5.6 miles
  • Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included
  • Trattoria restaurant does not cater for vegan or gluten free requests

Day Five: Day at leisure

Day Five: Day at leisure

Why not take a stroll along Garda's delightful promenade or ferry-hop in between the lake’s charming, colourful towns. Alternatively, enjoy a leisurely lunch on its shores watching the world go by.

  • Breakfast & Dinner Included

Day Six: Tour of la Rocca

Day Six: Tour of la Rocca

Our walk today rises gently uphill to the ancient monastery at Rocca San Giorgio. From here, the trail enters the woods leading to the beautiful viewpoint at Rocca Vecchia. A stepped trail leads us back to base, passing a statue of the Madonna, constructed to protect the town of Garda. After this, we can enjoy an afternoon however we wish. 

  • Walking: Approx. 5.0 miles
  • Breakfast & Dinner Included

Day Seven: Day at leisure

Day Seven: Day at leisure

Why not venture out and visit one of the other beautiful parts of this region. Local buses can take you to Verona or Malcesine, or even take a boat trip over to Sirmione and visit Castello Scaligero. Your Tour Leader will be happy to assist you with any arrangements you may like to make.

  • Breakfast & Dinner Included

Day Eight: Depart Verona

Day Eight: Depart Verona

It's time to say “Arrivederci”! After transferring to the airport, we will board our onward flight.

  • Breakfast Included

Accommodation

Hotel La Perla Three-star +

The hotel is conveniently located just a few steps from the shores of the lake and the old town of Garda. A dream come true, especially for sports enthusiasts, in a place synonymous with fun, wellbeing and outdoor activities. During your stay, the hotel will organise a live music night.

Facilities include

The hotel features a bar, a restaurant offering buffet breakfast and meals with menu of choice, a huge lounge, a tv room with Sat tv, lifts, air conditioning, outdoor and underground parking. Swimming pool is seasonal depending on the weather conditions and may not be open during your stay. Furthermore, there is an in-house bike rental.

Room includes

Comfortable and spacious rooms are provided with bathroom (with shower), hairdryer, radio, Sat tv, minibar, safe, air conditioning and balcony.

Dates & Prices

Departure Return Nights Price from Other Info Regional flights
27 Sep 2025 4 Oct 2025 7
$2199
Limited space available

Essential Information

Transfer Time
The transfer time from Verona Airport to our hotel is approximately 45 minutes to 1 hour , depending on weather and traffic.
Walking FAQ

Three half-day guided walks are included in your trip. Your walking guide will provide details about the daily schedule once you've arrived at the resort. The walking program is rated as Easy to Medium, and you can expect to walk between approximately 5 to 7.5 miles per day. Be prepared for some ascents and descents, and varying terrain underfoot.

Here's a look at the included walks:

  • Val dei Mulini/Costermano: Length approximately 6.8 miles - medium terrain.
  • Tour of the 'Rocche': Length approximately 5.6 miles - easy terrain.
  • Garda/San Vigilio/Torri del Benaco: Length approximately 5.0 miles, mostly easy terrain.

It is essential that you are fit and healthy enough to participate in your chosen tour. If you are uncertain whether these walks are within your capabilities, please contact our office to discuss this further. We want to make sure you understand the type of terrain you will be covering. You may encounter uneven ground in some areas, so please take extra care, especially if conditions are wet. If you are accustomed to using walking poles or a stick, we recommend bringing them along.

Please understand that the route and content of the tour may be subject to change at the time, at the discretion of your guide or the organizer, should conditions require it for safety or other reasons. Solo’s Holidays Ltd cannot be held liable for personal injury, accidents, or damage to property during these walks, except for incidents directly resulting from the company's negligence. For safety reasons, your guide reserves the right to decline guiding a walk if a participant is not properly dressed for the conditions and activity.

What to Wear
It is important that you have the correct footwear. It is essential to wear walking boots that are comfortable and preferably lightweight, with some ankle support and a good grip. If you already have a pair of boots that you are happy walking in (including during hot/wet weather and on hard ground), then bring these along. However, if you are bringing new footwear, do make sure they are well broken in before you arrive. The weather, even in summer, is unpredictable – particularly in mountainous areas. We would therefore recommend you travel with clothing suitable for all conditions, and suggest you use the following checklist as a guideline of what to take:
  • Walking boots with good ankle support
  • Waterproofs – jacket and trousers
  • Walking poles – recommended as they provide good support for the knees, particularly on downhill sections of walks and when conditions are wet/slippery
  • Lightweight trousers and shorts with pockets
  • Shirts or t-shirts for walking in
  • Walking socks – several pairs
  • Lightweight fleece or jumper
  • Hat & gloves
  • Daysack/rucksack for walking
  • Umbrella – it can be used also for protection from the sun as well as rain
  • Lightweight drinking bottle to carry water whilst walking
  • Small first aid kit – plasters, insect repellant, etc
  • Good, high factor sunscreen, sunhat and sunglasses – the sun’s strength is often multiplied in mountainous areas.
Gratuities
We suggest a Group Collection to cover transfer drivers, and hotel staff of $25.00 per person. Your Tour Leader will collect this on your behalf and distribute it accordingly, thus relieving you of the burden of who, when and how much to tip. The tipping of housekeeping will be left to your individual discretion (a small amount left in your room on departure should cover this and would be much appreciated). As is customary, ‘the hat’ will be passed around for the driver and guide on all optional excursions. For any meals that are not included in your itinerary, or taxi fares, your Tour Leader can advise of an appropriate % add on.
Passports & Visas

We recommend that you check passport and visa requirements for the country you are visiting at the State Department if you have a U.S. Passport. Most countries require that your passport have at least six months validity when traveling internationally, and many require that you have one to two blank visa pages for either an entry stamp or visa. As a general rule, please check that your passport has six months validity beyond your planned trip, and if not, please renew your passport with plenty of time to provide Solos with your updated passport information by the final payment due date.

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