Walking at Lakes Orta and Maggiore

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9 daysDuration

Private TourPrivate experience, no group joining

13 - 99 yearsAge range for participants

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Moderate

Involves sustained activity requiring a reasonable level of fitness and endurance.

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Highlights

Discover the tranquillity and romance of Lake Orta - medieval villages, ancient chapels, spiritual San Giulio Island

Explore shimmering Lake Maggiore - verdant mountains, crystal clear waters, the fascinating Borromean Islands

Immaculate botanical gardens, impressive Baroque villas, colourful villages with impossibly panoramic lakeside promenades

Walks are optional with plenty of time to discover each destination

Itinerary

day 1Day 1 - Arrive in Orta San Giulio

Explore this gorgeous village with its medieval centre, labyrinth of cobbled streets and 16th century town hall, before settling into your comfortable 3* hotel overlooking the lake, with stunning views from the hotel's terrace and from Headwater's allocated bedrooms!

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Breakfast

day 2Day 2 - Choice of walks at Orta San Giulio

day 3Day 3 - Orta San Giulio to Stresa

day 4Day 4 - At Stresa

day 5Day 5 - Stresa to Cannero Riviera/Cannobio

day 6Day 6 - At Cannero Riviera

day 7Day 7 - Cannero to Ascona

day 8Day 8 - At Ascona

day 9Leave Ascona

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Accommodation

Hotel-to-hotel accommodation staying in 3, hotels, Luggage transfers between hotels

Meals

All continental breakfasts

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Transfers to the start of the walks on days 3, 5 and 7

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