Venetian Dreams & Lake Garda Romance: A Honeymoon Through Italy’s Heart
Starting fresh in northern Italy, where quiet moments unfold between you and your partner. Instead of noise, there's Venice with its soft light bouncing off stone canals, each step feeling like stepping into a story. Then comes Lake Garda, calm water stretching under sky so blue it hardly needs description. Ten days pass slowly, built around soft walks, shared laughter and evenings that linger long after dinner ends. Floating past narrow bridges, hand in hand, brings a sense of peace. Visits to small islands interrupt routine just enough to stay interesting. Wine from renowned regions arrives on the palate with quiet confidence. Sunset reflections ripple across the lake's surface without hurry. A journey like this doesn’t count only as travel. It marks how love shines through Italy’s loveliest landscapes.
What's included
Itinerary
Venice welcomes you, its beauty lingering in every quiet corner. A private water taxi meets you at the airport, sliding smoothly across the shimmering water toward your cozy hotel hideaway, close enough to touch the Grand Canal's edge. Once inside, wander slowly along winding paths and beneath soft light spilling from ancient stone, ending just before midnight at Piazza San Marco when stars overhead seem to hum along.
A quiet hum of orchestra notes drifts through the air, coming from nearby cafes. Start your honeymoon by raising a glass of prosecco, sipping quietly while looking forward to what lies ahead.
Inclusions:
- Private water taxi transfer from the airport
- Accommodation in a central boutique hotel
- Welcome aperitivo in Piazza San Marco
Picture yourself stepping through the quiet streets of Venice alongside a local guide. The day unfolds with visits to places that appear in every traveler's notebook. Step inside St. Mark’s Basilica where its shimmering mosaics will leave you breathless. Next up, walk across the Bridge of Sighs, weight heavy on stone steps worn by time. Winding paths lead into tangled side streets, where old signs creak in quiet air.
Later light softens the water as a private gondola moves slowly along narrow channels, guided by a steady hand that knows every bend. Dinner unfolds under soft candlelight inside a quiet courtyard eatery, tucked away from noise.
Set out on a private boat excursion to explore the beautiful islands of Murano and Burano in the Venetian Lagoon. Watch glassblowers at work in Murano, where centuries-old traditions create stunning glass masterpieces. In Burano, take a walk down its colorful streets, where the vibrant hues of the fishermen’s houses are a photographer’s dream. Discover the island’s lace-making tradition before stopping for a relaxing lunch at one of Burano’s waterfront cafés.
After your boat ride back to Venice, spend a relaxed afternoon exploring the quieter corners of the city, perhaps visiting a hidden café for an authentic Venetian experience. For dinner, enjoy cicchetti, the Venetian version of tapas, paired with local wine in a bacaro loved by the locals.
Inclusions:
- Private boat tour of Murano and Burano
- Entry to a glass workshop and lace shop
- Lunch on Burano Island
Today, step into Venice's rich world of art and music. Visit the Peggy Guggenheim Collection housed in a cozy palace right on the Grand Canal for a quiet, personal encounter with art. Once done, stroll through Dorsoduro, a neighborhood famous for skilled craftsmen busy at their desks alongside cozy cafes where neighbors chat over steaming cups.
Evening brings a real chamber music show inside an old palazzo, where soft flame glows and old songs drift like whispers, sound deep, feeling slow and gentle.
Inclusions:
- Private art-focused walking tour
- Entry to Peggy Guggenheim Collection
- Evening concert tickets
Leave the romantic canals of Venice behind as you journey west toward Lake Garda, with a stop in Verona, the home of Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet. Take a guided tour of the city’s Roman Arena, one of the best-preserved ancient amphitheaters in the world, and stroll through charming piazzas.
Continue to your lakeside hotel in Bardolino or Sirmione, where you can relax on your terrace and enjoy the views of the shimmering waters. As the sun sets over Lake Garda, take a peaceful walk along the shoreline before sitting down to a romantic dinner featuring fresh fish from the lake and fine wine.
Inclusions:
- Private transfer from Venice to Lake Garda
- Guided visit to Verona
- Accommodation in a lakeside hotel
Begin by stepping into Sirmione, a charming lakeside tip that holds old-world charm. Its silhouette rises with a medieval castle shaped by Scaliger times, offering vistas that quietly stun. Wander along its tight stone paths meant for leisurely steps taken side by side. Near the edge, uncover remnants from Roman ages such as the Grotte di Catullo that stands hidden beneath trees. After walking, unwind near the warm waters flowing from underground sources, a custom kept alive since long before you came here.
Later on, take a slow cruise on the lake’s southern edge. Float past quiet spots where snacks or drinks wait near the shore. After sunset, dine at a lakeside restaurant and enjoy the local cuisine.
Inclusions:
- Private driver and guide for Sirmione
- Entry to Scaliger Castle and Roman ruins
- Boat ride along Lake Garda
Now, walk beside Lake Garda's edge, near where peaks break sharply out of the waves. Climb into Malcesine, an old stone town tucked within hills. From there, rise further by gondola - to Monte Baldo - and see endless horizons unfold.
Eat beneath the open sky, sitting on blankets near grassy slopes or walk back later to sip coffee in quiet bars built centuries ago. In the evening, return to your hotel for a couple’s spa treatment or enjoy a quiet dinner on your terrace, taking in the tranquility of the lake at sunset.
Inclusions:
- Private driver for full-day excursion
- Cable car tickets to Monte Baldo
- Optional couple’s spa treatment
Discover the peaceful countryside surrounding Lake Garda with a visit to a local winery, where you’ll enjoy a private tasting of the region’s Bardolino wines. Afterward, visit an olive oil estate and learn about the olive oil-making process, followed by a delightful lunch at a family-run agriturismo set amidst vineyards.
In the afternoon, return to your hotel for a swim or a lakeside walk before enjoying a final dinner, paired with Amarone wine, known for its rich, complex flavor.
Inclusions:
- Wine tasting at boutique winery
- Olive oil farm visit and lunch
- Private transfers
Take the day at your own pace. Perhaps visit the charming town of Lazise or relax at your hotel’s spa.
In the evening, set out on a private sunset cruise across the shimmering waters of Lake Garda. Enjoy a glass of prosecco while you take in the breathtaking views of the mountains and surrounding villages. Celebrate your final evening in Italy with a romantic lakeside dinner, making the most in the soft glow of the setting sun.
Inclusions:
- Breakfast at hotel
- Private sunset cruise with prosecco
- Dinner reservation at lakeside restaurant
Breakfast unfolds slowly this morning. Your personal chauffeur will meet you near the door, guiding the way to Verona or Milan Airport where your trip ends. Stepping away from Italy means saying goodbye to its winding canals, shimmering lake edges, plus those quiet moments built alone together. Traveling across Italy's love-filled places became the right start for what comes next as newlyweds.
Inclusions:
- Breakfast at hotel
- Private transfer to airport
