1 – 17 June, 2027
17 Amazing Days: Tue 1 - Thu 17 June, 2027
Escorted from New Zealand by Chrissie Eagles
The Italian Lakes: a little slice of paradise
This wonderful tour starts in magical Venice and finishes in elegant Turin. In between you stay on two of the most beautiful and interesting of all the Italian lakes; Lago di Como and Lago Maggiore, both forming part of the border between Italy and Switzerland. Along the way you visit the smaller lakes of Lugano and Orta.
1 - 17 June, 2027
Your Tour Leader:
Chrissie has a particular passion for Europe. Affectionately known as an Italophile, she travels there regularly to seek out new adventures, enjoying local cuisine, history and to pursue her love of hiking.
What People Say About Chrissie
Philippa M
" Chrissie was great. Attentive to all details and caring and friendly."
Deirdre M.
"Chrissie did a wonderful job of escorting the tour & looking after the assorted company! She is fun, articulate & was highly attuned to all our diverse personalities!"
Margaret P.
" Chrissie was an enthusiastic, vibrant, cheerful, tactful tour leader sensitive to everybody's needs & feelings. I think she helped to cement the group together as a happy, caring group."
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