What can be more romantic than a train tour across Italy?This 8-day, 4-city tour will take you through all of the most romantic spots in Italy, from Rome to Florence to Lake Garda. Enjoy the scenery and culture as you travel from city to city on one of the most scenic railway journeys. Spend your days exploring each destination and your nights enjoying Italian cuisine and entertainment.
This is an experience that you won’t soon forget!
The Journey Begins in Rome
Fly from Manchester to Rome with Ryanair through Omio - Friday 7th July
16:55 - 20:35 - Current Price £71 per person (without baggage)
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Where To Stay In Rome
It's best to spend 3 nights in Rome on this trip, take a taxi from the airport to your chosen hotel the first night to rest after your flight, then a further two days & nights to explore the city before leaving Rome on the Monday morning of the 10th. When in Rome, we recommend keeping it sensibly priced & prioritising location over everything else, that is why our choice would be this hotel (click link to view)
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Spend your first two days exploring the Colosseum, admiring Michelangelo’s works at St. Peter's Basilica, and taking in the view of the city from atop the Spanish Steps. Be sure to sample some of Rome’s famous delicacies like pizza and gelato while you are there. Make sure to explore all parts of this incredible city—you won’t want to miss a thing!
If you'd like to sample some of the history in Rome consider booking an experience or tour with Getyourguide!
Onward To Florence
Your third day brings you to Florence, one of Italy’s most popular tourist destinations for its stunning Tuscan countryside and artistic masterpieces.
Book Your Train - 10th July 2023
Use the link below to book your tickets - Usual price is £20 - £25pp
Rome (Rome Termini) to Florence (Firenze Santa Maria Novella)
We would recommend getting the train at around 10/11am so you haven't got to overstay check out & should arrive in Florence late enough to be able to check into your new hotel.
Where To Stay In Florence
Our favourite place to stay is the F4 Boutique Hotel ( Pictured Above)
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Spend your days taking a leisurely walk by the Arno river or admiring centuries-old sculptures at museums like The Uffizi Gallery or The Bargello Museum. Take time out for some retail therapy at Florence’s many boutique shops.
Piazzale Michelangelo Steps, Florence
Take a walk up to the amazing Piazzale Michelangelo steps that overlook the city for sunset (Take some wine, cups & a bottle opener) and after sunset savor delicious meals made with local produce at some of its many restaurants.
Lake Garda
Set in northern Italy, Lake Garda is known for its breathtaking views and romantic atmosphere. Take a stroll along the lakefront promenade or take a boat ride around its serene waters while soaking up beautiful sunsets over the mountainside that surround it.
Book Your Train - 12th July 2023
Florence (Santa Maria Novella) to Lake Garda (Desenzano Del Garda-Sirmione)
This train journey is a limited limited in terms of possible departure times as there is only 3 trains direct per day that allow to travel from Florence to Lake Garda without changing at least once. Our recommendation would be to catch the 10am Direct Italo Train
Standard class usual price is £25 - £30pp
Executive Class usual price is £60pp ( Worth the upgrade in our opinion)
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The location of the main station for Lake Garda is at the southern point of the lake. Lake garda has plenty of options when it comes to staying on the lake, its hard to make a decision. Once you have, athough not too budget friendly, the best method to get to your next hotel is a taxi from outside the station.
Our Favourite Town On Lake Garda
Without a doubt - Sirmione
This option is not the cheapest on Lake Garda but in our opinion is well worth the money - It has absolutely everything you could want from a lakeside town.
If you opt for Sirmione, we highly recommend staying at Mavino Appartamenti - it has a large spacious balcony with views of the lake & is perfectly located for getting around the town & fairly priced.
The best meal & sunset view we had in Sirmione was here at the Hotel Pace Ristorante on the west side of the peninsula.
One Last Stop Milan
Finish off your romantic getaway with one night in Milan before heading home. Explore Milan's fashion district and find unique souvenirs for friends back home or simply relax at one of Milan's many cafes while sipping espresso together!
Book Your Train - 15th July 2023
Lake Garda (Desenzano Del Garda-Sirmione) to Milan (Centrale)
Usual price around £15pp
We'd recommend getting this train just before lunch, that way you'll arrive into Milan ready to check into your final hotel & drop your bags straight away!
Where to stay in Milan
If you are wanting somewhere close to the station to drop off/ pick up your bags to get to/ from central station
We recommend
Worldhotel Cristoforo Colombo Milan
Fly Back To Manchester - July 16th
Firstly you need to get to the airport, this journey takes around 50 minutes so we suggest getting on the train that departs around 3 hours before your flight does
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Easyjet flight from Milan Malpensa (MXP) to Manchester
22:15 to 23:25
Currently £78 pp (Without seats or baggage)
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