Alpine Allure of Magnificent Lakes

Alumni Campus Abroad — Northern Italy

July 21-29, 2009 (9 days)
from approx. $2,790 pp/do plus airfare and taxes
single supplement available
Tour operator: Alumni Holidays

Situated on Lake Maggiore, in a delightful province of Piedmont, Baveno embodies the alpine allure of Italy’s charming Lake District. An enchanting place for walking tours, see colorful 19th-century villas that line the lakefront and explore the romantic lakeside towns of Intra and Pallanza. Then, cruise Lake Maggiore to the colorful Borromean Islands of Isola Bella, Isola Madre, and Isola dei Pescatori. Discover cultural Milan, visit La Scala — Italy’s premier opera house, tour the infamous 14th-century Duomo, and see Santa Maria delle Grazie — home to Leonardo da Vinci’s magnificent Last Supper fresco. Visit Tremezzo and the beautiful gardens of the Villa Carlotta. From Bellagio, on the stunning shores of Lake Como, enjoy a private boat ride to the town of Como and stroll its ancient Roman lanes. Finally, sail to the island of San Giulio on Lake Orta and visit its fourth-century basilica.

Daily Itinerary

1. arrive in Milan, Italy.
2. stay at the Lido Palace Hotel in Baveno. Attend the welcome reception and dinner.
3. take a walking tour of Baveno, Intra, and Pallanza.
4. visit the Borromean Islands.
5. explore Milan.
6. join an optional boat trip to Stresa or enjoy some free time.
7. visit and explore Tremezzo, Bellagio, and Como by boat.
8. see Lake Orta. Spend the afternoon at leisure in Baveno. Attend the arrivederci reception and graduation ceremony.
9. transfer to the Milan airport for a return flight home.

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