Lake Como – 8 days from £899

Lake Como is a fabulous holiday destination and it is easy to see why so many of the rich and famous have holiday homes here. The region is blessed with stunning scenery, charming villages and towns and a fascinating history. During this holiday you can enjoy relaxing by the lake, shopping in vibrant cities and absorbing the culture of the area. The holiday begins when you meet up with your travelling companions at your chosen airport prior to departure. This gives you the chance to get to know some of the other single holidaymakers before you arrive in your resort.

On arrival in Milan you will be transferred to your hotel in Lake Como where you will enjoy a welcome dinner and drinks reception. Over the next 7 days you will enjoy several included excursions. Highlights include a visit to Como Town, a ferry trip and tour of the Villa Melzi Gardens at Bellagio and a day in the style capital of Milan.

You will also take a boat ride to the largest of the Borromean Islands, Isola Bella with its very impressive palace and gardens. Optional excursions include a trip on the Bernina Express Train. Of course you will also have plenty of time to relax at the hotel and explore at your own pace.

Your hotel will be the very comfortable and fantastically located Hotel Bazzoni in Tremezzo. This hotel offers amazing lake views and has a beautiful swimming pool and sun terrace, as well as a lake view dining area and a lounge bar. Lake view rooms are available at a supplement and come highly recommended. All bedrooms have private facilities, TV and telephone.