The Hotels

Saint Paul Hotel is a modern four-star hotel located in a newly made building, with elegant furnishing, boasting with natural chic monochrome spaces that create an atmosphere of peacefulness and relax.

Hotel Gattopardo is a friendly and welcoming establishment conveniently located close to Verona airport and just 10 minutes by car from the city center. The distance of mere 20 km separates the hotel from the Garda Lake and nearby amusement parks, such as Gardaland, Caneva world, Movieland or Parco Zoo safari.

Easily accessible from Venice Mestre ring road, Smart Hotel Holiday is a convenient holiday base for exploring La Serenissima and its surroundings, while Diva Hotel sits close to the historical centre of Florence.

Located in Sirmione on the magnificent Sirmio peninsula, Hotel Alfieri lies within a distance of just 2.5 km from the historical city centre.

A stay at Hotel Delfino places tourists in the heart of Mestre, convenient to Toniolo Theatre and San Giuliano Park. This 4-star hotel is within close proximity of Piazza Ferretto and Municipal Tower of Mestre. Travellers can search out in depth the landlocked highlights of Veneto or the Venetian lagoon and coastline.

Four-star Oliveto Hotel sits next to a golf course, within close proximity to Desenzano Castle and Port of Maratona.

Ibis Milano Centro is located in the centre of Milan, a stone’s throw from the Milano Centrale train station and close to the Repubblica metro stop.

• Check-in from 2pm (2:30pm only in Hotel Delfino); check-out by midday (in Smart Hotel Holiday and Saint Paul Hotel) or by 11am in the remaining hotels
• Wi-Fi at €3 per 24 hours in Hotel Delfino; complimentary Wi-Fi in the remaining hotels
• Staff speaks English
• Pets not allowed

Groupon’s Guide To Verona

Verona is a UNESCO World Heritage Site boasting historical buildings harking back to the medieval times. Famed as the setting for Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet, this northern Italian city comes draped in artistry and architecture.

Travellers may head to the Roman Arena to marvel at one of the most complete examples of early first century architecture. They can follow the flow to the Casa di Giulietta for a peek at the balcony made famous by Shakespeare’s star-crossed lovers, then duck into the Chiesa di Santa Anastasia to stand beneath the Gothic vaulted ceiling of Verona’s largest church, decorated with the frescoes of Pisanelli. Guests can stroll along the banks of the river or wander a sleepy cobbled street, or make tracks to the Giardino Giusti for the lush profusion of a sculpted garden. Verona boasts a subtropical and a Mediterranean climate. The warm season lasts from 16 June to 6 September and is characterised by humidity, with average highs of 34ºC and low temperatures between 16-17ºC. Over the summer, the common form of precipitation is moderate rain. In autumn temperatures rarely pass 23ºC, offering suitable conditions for leisurely strolls and sightseeing.

Groupon’s Guide To Lake Garda

The romantic town of Riva del Garda is sandwiched between the green-clad slopes of the Italian Alps and the blue shimmering waters of Lake Garda. Forming a secluded Mediterranean oasis with olive trees and palms at every step, the lake’s rolling shores are a paradise for travellers fond of nature.

Tourists can try their hand at a splash of water sports with sailing and windsurfing taking off from the town’s two harbours, while rock climbing provides further land adventures. Strolling down pedestrianized streets, guests can see the moated castles and the medieval tower, and enjoy a traditional Italian lunch in one of the many local restaurants in the historic town of Riva del Garda. The town’s civic museums include picture galleries and an archaeological collection, while historic sites can be found in the Rocca, a former fort just off the shore. The region features a humid subtropical climate characterised by warm summers and rather cold winters. Summer comes with average temperatures of 28°C, lots of sunshine in July and frequent rainfalls in August. In autumn, the sky is clear, and a moderate level of sunshine invites travellers to visit the city during this period.

Groupon’s Guide To Florence

Florence is a treasure trove of art and architecture, with numerous museums and galleries. Considered the birthplace of the Renaissance, the Tuscan capital is sprinkled with terracotta and ancient Carrara marble, as well as grand buildings and monuments that proudly stake their claim for admiration.

With its vast iron and glass structure, Piazza San Lorenzo is one of the most authentic covered market places in Florence, with fruit and veg stalls, Tuscan trinket sellers, and historic restaurants. Masterpieces of modern fashion come in plenty on Florence’s hip Via dei Calzaiuoli and Via de Tornabuoni, which boast high-end boutiques, filled with haute couture pieces. After long days of traditional dining and market strolling, visitors may head to the Piazza Michelangelo for sunset shots, live music and Italian atmosphere at its finest. The summer season lasts from 16 June to mid-September and is characterised by humidity with more than 33ºC on average in July. In autumn, the weather gets cooler, with November being the wettest month of the season. In this season, precipitations may occur more often and the temperatures will rarely exceed 23ºC. The cold period lasts from 17 November to 8 March. During this season, the weather in Florence is not particularly cold, and snow is usually uncommon in the region. Springs are sunny, with temperatures ranging between 15°C and 23°C.

Groupon’s Guide To Milan

A magnet for designers, artists, photographers, and models, Milan is one of the fashion centres of the world, boasting an elegant backdrop rooted in Roman times.

From its imposing historic centre and fashion districts to the countryside outskirts, Milan is a rare and appealing mixture of ancient values and contemporary lifestyle. The Navigli area features a concentration of restaurants, from pizzerias to fine seafood haunts, while Piazza del Duomo, boasting the Milan Cathedral, one of the largest cathedrals in the world guarding the city’s cobblestoned streets since 1385, opens to shops, theatres, museums, and galleries in the city centre. Big fashion names can be found in the Corso Buenos Aires or Corso Vercelli, and cultural sights are plentiful, including attractions such as the Sforza Castle. Art lovers will rejoice at the chance to take in Italian art from the 14th century to modern times at Pinacoteca di Brera. Milan has a humid subtropical climate with hot days of summer and humid rather cold days of winter. During summer, the temperatures are expected to be around 21°C and sometimes a sudden rain accompanied by thunderstorms will thrill the cityscape. Spring and autumn come with moderate weather conditions when the nights will be colder than the days, and rainy moments will be frequent. Winter knocks at the door with positive temperatures, such as 7°C, but the sun won’t shine like in the previous months.

Itinerary

Option 1: Rome, Venice, Florence

Hotels: Saint Paul, Diva, Smart Hotel Holi* Day and Delfino

• Day 1: Flight London/Manchester to Rome with stay in Rome
• Day 2: Stay in Rome
• Day 3: Internal direct train from Rome to Florence with stay in Florence
• Day 4: Stay in Florence
• Day 5: Internal direct train from Florence to Venice with stay in Venice
• Day 6: Stay in Venice
• Day 7: Flight Venice to London/Manchester.

Option 2: Rome, Venice, Lake Garda

Hotels: Saint Paul, Smart Hotel Holi* Day, Delfino, Alfieri, Oliveto Hotel

• Day 1: Flight London/Manchester to Rome with stay in Rome
• Day 2: Stay in Rome
• Day 3: Internal 1 stop Over train from Rome to Lake Garda with stay in Lake Garda
• Day 4: Stay in Lake Garda
• Day 5: Internal direct train from Lake Garda to Venice with stay in Venice
• Day 6: Stay in Venice
• Day 7: Flight Venice to London/Manchester.

Option 3: Rome, Venice, Verona

Hotels: Saint Paul, Gattopardo, Smart Hotel Holi* Day, Delfino

• Day 1: Flight London/Manchester to Rome with stay in Rome
• Day 2: Stay in Rome
• Day 3: Internal direct train from Rome to Verona with stay in Verona
• Day 4: Stay in Florence
• Day 5: Internal direct train from Verona to Venice with stay in Venice
• Day 6: Stay in Venice
• Day 7: Flight Venice to London/Manchester

Option 4: Rome, Venice, Milan

Hotels: Saint Paul, Smart Hotel Holi* Day, Delfino, Ibis Milano Centro

• Day 1: Flight London/Manchester to Rome with stay in Rome
• Day 2: Stay in Rome
• Day 3: Internal direct train from Rome to Venice with stay in Venice
• Day 4: Stay in Venice
• Day 5: Internal direct train from Venice to Milan with stay in Milan
• Day 6: Stay in Milan
• Day 7: Flight Milan to London/Manchester

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