Lake Como, Milan & St Moritz including The Bernina Express. 2026 now on sale.
13/20/27 May 2026 £1579pp,
3/10/17/24 June 2026, 1 & 8th July 2026 £1609pp
15/22/29 July 2026 £1629pp (later dates also available)
Includes:
- Flights from Dublin, with
10Kgs checked in luggage* - Stay 7 nights in the 4* Grand Hotel Menaggio, bed and breakfast basis
- Enjoy a half-day scenic boat cruise on Lake Como stopping in the town of Bellagio.
- Explore Italy’s fashion hub on a day-long excursion to Milan and see the iconic Duomo Cathedral. (Full day )
- Venture into the nearby Swiss Alps with a panoramic train journey on the Bernina Express. Visit the quaint Alpine towns of Tirano, Poschiavo, Chiavenna & St. Moritz. (Full day)
- Unwind with plenty of free time to swim, shop or just explore the quaint towns dotted around the lake.
Your Guided Group Holiday To Lake Como: Explore Lake Como to experience its dramatic scenery, rich culture and incredible weather. On this holiday, we’ll uncover the best of Lake Como including a relaxing boat tour with a stop at one of the most picturesque lakeside towns of Bellagio. We’ll also discover the delights of the Italian and Swiss Alps on a unique sightseeing journey on the Bernina Express and visit the Alpine towns of Tirano, Chiavenna and St. Moritz. Another day trip will take us into one of Italy’s trendiest cities, Milan, to see the world’s oldest shopping mall and the stunning Duomo di Milano. On each day trip and throughout your Italy holiday, you’ll also have plenty of free time to relax or explore on your own with helpful recommendations from your expert guide.
*20kgs Suitcase if required add £70.
Solo/Single traveller supplement add £529
Call 02890 644996 Deposit to secure £150pp
Itinerary, (subject to change )
Travel to Italy
Day 1
Transfer to Tremezzo or Menaggio
Upon landing in Italy, we will be met by our local representative in the arrivals area of the airport, who will escort us to our hotel in the pretty lakeside town of Tremezzo or Menaggio. As we travel our guide will share some information about the local region, suggest activities for us to enjoy and answer any questions we may have.
Boat Trip Around Lake Como
Day 2
Explore Lake Como
Time: Morning
Morning
After breakfast we set off by boat to discover the towns and villas dotted along the scenic shoreline of the Lake. Set at the intersection of the three branches of the Lake, a stop in the town of Bellagio is a highlight for many visitors.
At Leisure
Time: Afternoon
Afternoon
We have the afternoon to relax and enjoy Lake Como's charms. Shop, sightsee at your own pace or sit by the lake and take in the incredible views.
Day 3
Excursion to Milan
Time: Full Day
Full Day
After breakfast, join our guide and travel by coach to Italy's northern capital and fashion hub; Milan. Our guided tour will provide a fascinating overview of the city, passing the impressive Piazza del Duomo and Cathedral, and the world's oldest shopping mall, Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II (all viewed from outside). After the tour, enjoy some free time to refuel with a freshly made panino and an Italian coffee, before hitting the shops or visiting some of Milan's numerous museums and art galleries.
Day 4
Free Time at Lake Como
Time: Full Day
Full Day
Today, we will have a full day to relax and enjoy the charms of Lake Como. Our local guide will be happy to suggest activities to suit your interests and advise which highlights are a must-see. You could stretch your legs and admire the views with a walk on the lakeside promenade or relax at your hotel. During the summer months, a short trip on a water taxi will take you to one of the numerous beaches or Lidos on the shores of the lake, most offer amenities such as bars, restaurants and sunbeds to rent for a few euros.
Day 5
Excursion to the Swiss Alps
Time: Full Day
Full Day
After breakfast our guide will escort us on a full day excursion to the Swiss Alps. After a short visit to the Alpine town of Tirano travel onwards into Switzerland where we will board the Bernina Express in Poschiavo for a scenic one hour journey through alpine and glacial vistas of picture beauty. Disembark in Diavolezza for our onward coach transfer to the elegant Swiss town of St. Moritz where we can stretch our legs, take in the fresh mountain air and pick up some delicious Swiss chocolate to bring home. Our return coach journey to Lake Como will include a visit to the Italian mountain town of Chiavenna before arriving back to our hotel.
Two Days At Leisure
Days 6 & 7
Explore Lake Como at Your Own Pace
Time: Full Day
Full Day
Take two days to relax and explore Lake Como at your own pace. Don't forget to ask your guide for advice on what to see and do around the lake to suit your interests.You might like to visit some of the beautiful villas and gardens including Villa Carlotta or Villa Balbianello, one of the most famous and spectacular around the Lake. Take time to enjoy some of the delicious specialities of the region including risotto alla Milanese, thin crust pizza, or the great dish of Lombardy - osso buco.
Return Home
Day 8
Depart Italy
Time: Morning
Morning
Time to say 'arrivederci' to Lake Como!
We'll check out of our hotel and depart by coach to the airport for our return flight.
Prices valid as of 11/6/2025.
D-Day Beaches – Normandy Tour 2025
13th September and 18th September.. £746pp
Description
Immerse yourself in the history of World War ii and the D-Day invasion. Experience the locations that played host to this pivotal operation and discover more about the battles. Eighty years ago, on the 6th of June 1944, allied forces stormed beaches along the Normandy Coast. Join us as we explore the historic region around Caen, visiting Utah, Juno, Omaha, and gold beaches that were witness to the valour of those who fought. Explore the town of Sainte-Mere-Eglise and Pegasus Bridge – names steeped in the history of the D-Day landings.
Price Includes
- Luxury coach travel from Coleraine, Ballymoney, Cloughmills, Ballymena, Dunsilly, Belfast, Banbridge, Newry, Lusk and Dublin Irish Ferries Terminal
- Return ferry crossings with Irish Ferries – Dublin/Cherbourg
- 2 nights’ onboard ferry with cabin
- 3 nights’ accommodation in the 4* Novotel Caen Cote de Nacre, Caen
- Breakfast in hotel only
- Entrance to Caen Memorial Museum
- Entrance to Utah Beach Museum
- Entrance to Pegasus Bridge Museum
- Visit to the British Normandy Memorial
- Visit to the American Cemetery
- Services of a local English-speaking guide
- Services of an experienced Travel Solutions tour manager
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