What to expect

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

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

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.
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 you'll be doing

Day One: Arrive Verona
- Dinner Included

Day Two: Explore Val dei Mulini / Costermano
- Walking: Approx. 6.8 miles
- Breakfast & Dinner Included

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
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
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
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
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
It's time to say “Arrivederci”! After transferring to the airport, we will board our onward flight.
- Breakfast Included
Trip Reviews
Fabulous holiday
Had a fabulous holiday in the most beautiful place, every which way I turned was another lovely little cafe along a lovely little street. The area was so clean, we walked three times in the week with a local guide and there was plenty to do on the other days, with buses and ferries to take us to neighbouring towns. I was blessed to have a great group for my first ever solo holiday and our amazing tour leader Gary Bailey went above and beyond to make sure everyone had a great time!
Highly recommended
Just back from Lake Garda Walking - highly recommended. Beautiful location and 3 lovely walks. Hotel was good and located close to the centre of town, it also has the benefit of a lovely pool. Lots to see and do in the area on non walking days. Blessed with a fabulous group of fellow travellers and a wonderful tour leader - Gary Bailey. He took time to get to know everyone, made suggestions of things to do when not walking and was great fun. A wonderful week
Walking tours were excellent
I was impressed by my first solos holiday in Lake Garda and by Gary Bailey. He did a great job in bringing us together as a group but also making it clear that if something didn’t suit, and we wanted to do our own thing, he assisted in doing research to find an alternative e.g. ferry timetables. Standard of accommodation and organised walking tours was excellent. Will be booking again.
Solos organise everything
Solos organise everything, flights transfers and hotel. On a recent trip to Garda my group of fellow Solos had Gary Bailey as our tour leader.He was professional, friendly and fun throughout the week, he liaised with our walking guide and let us know where and when to meet for the day's walk. Looking for my next Solos holiday but undecided which to choose.
Accommodation
Hotel La Perla Three-star +
Facilities include
Room includes
Dates & Prices
Essential Information


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.

- 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.



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