Experience Northern Italy’s highlights in one unforgettable journey. From Venice’s canals and Verona’s romance to Lake Garda’s shores and the Dolomites’ alpine beauty, enjoy a perfect mix of culture, scenery and leisure at your own pace.

11 days | 9 nights

Format

• Self-guided tour

Trip Highlights

• Destinations that include planned activities and/or overnight stays.
• Italy
• Trentino
• Venice 
• Desenzano del Garda 
• Madonna di Campiglio

Inclusions

• Round-trip flights to Venice
• 9 nights of accommodation
• 9 breakfasts
• Round-trip transfer from the Venice airport to the hotel
• 6-day car rental in the selected category
• More Moment activity included:
• Gondola Ride in Venice

Itinerary

Day 1 | Depart Canada

• Fly to Venice. 

Day 2 | Welcome to Vence /Mestre

• Upon your arrival at the airport, take your transfer to your hotel and check in. The rest of the day is at your leisure.

Day 3 | Venice: Sightseeing

• After breakfast, spend the day exploring the city and enjoying a gondola ride along the canal.
• More Moments Activities Included
• Gondola Ride
• Glide through the enchanting canals of Venice on a traditional gondola ride, a quintessential Venetian experience. Over the course of 30 minutes, your gondolier will guide you along quiet, hidden waterways and under graceful bridges, offering a unique perspective of the city’s timeless charm.
• Meal(s): Breakfast

Day 4 | Venice – Padua – Verona - Desenzano

• Today, you’ll make your way to the train station, pick up your car rental and begin your journey from Venice Mestre and head to Padua, one of Italy’s oldest university towns. You’ll end the day in Desenzano del Garda, a vibrant lakeside town perfect for evening strolls along the waterfront promenade. (approximately 190 km)
• ($) Optional Activities
• Out & About
• Padua: Admire the world-famous Scrovegni Chapel, home to Giotto’s breathtaking frescoes and stroll through the lively Piazza delle Erbe with its open-air market.
• Verona: Continue to Verona, the city of Romeo and Juliet. Walk along romantic streets lined with medieval and Renaissance palaces, visit Juliet’s Balcony and don’t miss the iconic Roman amphitheatre, still used today for open-air opera.
• Meal(s): Breakfast

Day 5 | Desenzano: At Leisure

• Spend a slow day sunbathing, swimming or reading by the lake. Desenzano offers several small beaches with cafés nearby.
• ($) Optional Activities
• Out & About
• Sirmione 
• Drive to Sirmione, a fairytale peninsula town famous for its Scaliger Castle, Roman villa ruins and thermal springs. Explore its charming streets before continuing along the northern shore of Lake Garda.
• Boat Tour on Lake Garda
• Cruise by ferry or private boat to charming lakeside towns like Sirmione, Bardolino or Lazise. Enjoy castles, aperitivi by the water or simply relax with the breeze on the lake.
• Bike Ride Along the Lake
• Rent a bike and follow scenic paths from Desenzano to Padenghe or beyond. Stop for a swim or treat yourself to gelato along the shores.
• Wine Tasting in the Lugana Region
• Just a short drive from town, this renowned wine region is perfect for sampling crisp white wines. Many wineries offer tastings and light lunches with vineyard views.
• Meal(s): Breakfast

Day 6 | Desenzano – Riva del Garda - Limone sul Garda - Madonna di Campiglio

• After breakfast, follow a scenic route along the northern shore of Lake Garda, pausing in Riva del Garda and the picturesque town of Limone sul Garda. Continue your journey to Madonna di Campiglio, a stylish alpine resort set in the heart of the Brenta Dolomites, where you can unwind and enjoy a tranquil evening in the mountains. (approximately 220 km)
• ($) Optional Activities
• Out & About
• Stop in Riva del Garda, framed by dramatic cliffs and turquoise waters, where you can soak in panoramic lake views. Continue to Limone sul Garda, a quaint town with narrow alleys, artisan shops and lemon groves clinging to the slopes.
• For a scenic pause, detour to Tenno Lake or Molveno Lake, picture-perfect alpine lakes ideal for a coffee or gelato break.
• Meal(s): Breakfast

Day 7 - 9 | Madonna di Campiglio- Trento – Bassano del Grappa – Asolo

• During your three days in Madonna di Campiglio, enjoy the perfect mix of alpine charm and outdoor adventure. Wander the picturesque town, savour regional cuisine or take a cable car to soak in spectacular mountain views. For a leisurely day, explore forested trails on an e-bike or indulge in a wellness spa. A visit to Lake Molveno offers the chance for picnics, paddleboarding or lakeside dining amid stunning alpine scenery. (approximately 170km)
• ($) Optional Activities
• Out & About
• Depart the Dolomites and head to Trento, a lively alpine city blending Italian flair with Austrian influences. Visit Castello del Buonconsiglio, stroll through Renaissance squares and discover frescoed façades.
• Visit Bassano del Grappa, known for its iconic Ponte Vecchio wooden bridge and artisan distilleries offering grappa tastings ($). The town is also rich in art and mountain views.
• Make a stop in Asolo, a romantic hilltop town known as the “Pearl of Veneto.” Its cobbled streets, elegant villas and panoramic vistas have inspired poets and artists for centuries.
• Meal(s): Breakfasts

Day 10 | Madonna di Campiglio - Venice

• After breakfast, depart for Venice, your final destination. Return your rental car and make your own way to the hotel. Check in, unwind and take the time to revisit any sights or favourite spots you’d like to explore again.
• Meal(s): Breakfast

Day 11 | Venice - Return to Canada

• After breakfast, take your transfer to the airport for your return flight home. 
• Meal(s): Breakfast

Accommodations

• The hotels listed below are presented as examples for your reference only. Hotel accommodation details will be communicated to you or your travel agent prior to departure.

3 Star Accommodation

•  Mestre: Hotel Campanile Venice Mestre (or similar)
•  Desenzano del Garda: Hotel Riviera (or similar)
•  Madonna di Campiglio: Hotel Montana (or similar)

Departure Dates

• Daily departures from May 1 – October 31, 2026

Not Included

• Meals, unless specified
• Porterage
• Personal expenses
• Transfers between the train station and the hotel
• Local taxes
• Fuel, parking fees, traffic violation tickets, car upgrades, road assistance, intercity toll fees, additional insurance coverage, child car seats, luggage racks, additional rental nights, late drop off fees, damage to tires, damage to wheels, lost car keys
• Gratuities

Activities

• This itinerary includes Out & About suggestions for activities that are not included in your package, but they are great tips for places to visit and things to do.

Transportation

• Avis Car Rental:
• CDMR- Manual - VW T-Cross or similar
• IDMR- Manual - VW T-Roc or similar
• IDAR- Automatic- Mercedes A Class
• When booking your Fly & Drive, the first name added to the file is considered the principal driver of the vehicle. Modifications or changes of name to the principal driver will incur fees.
• Distances in kilometres are estimated and presented as a guideline for reference purposes only.
• Car Rental Inclusions:
• Unlimited Mileage, Loss Damage Waiver (includes Super Collision Damage Waiver (SCDW) + Super Theft Protection (STP), Vehicle License Fee (VLF), DOWF (Damage to Windscreen and Other Glass), One (1) additional driver (ADD), Airport surcharge, Tax
• Car Rental Exclusions:
• Fuel, Parking fees, traffic violation tickets, additional driver fee, car upgrades, road assistance, toll fees, intercity toll fees, young driver surcharge under 26 years, additional insurance coverage, child car seats, luggage racks, additional rental nights and late drop off fees. All extra services are payable at the rental counter.
• Minimum age for car rental is 21 years old with a prepaid voucher. A valid driver's license issued for at least 12 months from the country of origin must be presented at the time of rental. All drivers under the age of 26 will be subject to a surcharge. 

Important Note

• The sequence of the itinerary may be altered for reasons beyond the supplier’s control, such as accommodation availability, weather, national events, strikes, etc.
• The sequence of the itinerary could vary, including the number of nights in each city and/or county. Overnight stays could be confirmed on the final itinerary in the actual cities listed and/or cities or towns in the general areas.
• Kilometres are estimated, depending on the routes that drivers decide to navigate (main roads vs. scenic roads).

Check In, Check Out

• Check in: 4:00 p.m.
• Check out: 12:00 p.m.