Lake Garda
Lake Garda and Classical Med Explorer from Venice
Train Journey from Lake Garda to Venice.
Departure available from Edinburgh, Gatwick, Glasgow, Manchester and Newcastle. Click here to see options.
- Departure
- 29-May-2028
- Duration
- 12 nights
- Region
- Mediterranean
- Ship
- Explorer of the Seas
- Cruise line
- Royal Caribbean
- Depart point
- Gatwick
- Holiday type
- Cruise & Rail
- Deal number
- SLT105710
Quick itinerary
Lake Garda - Mestre (Venice) - Dubrovnik - Athens - Santorini - Split
from £1,769
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Set out on a 12‑night journey that pairs the beauty of Lake Garda with the historic highlights of the Mediterranean aboard Royal Caribbean’s Explorer of the Seas. Your holiday begins with return flights, airport transfers and three nights in a four‑star Lake Garda hotel, giving you time to enjoy peaceful lakeside towns and dramatic alpine scenery.
Travel by train to Venice for a two‑night stay before boarding a rail transfer to Ravenna to begin your 7‑night cruise. Explore Dubrovnik’s medieval streets, Athens’ ancient landmarks, Santorini’s iconic cliffs and Split’s impressive Roman heritage. With scenic train journeys, premium hotel stays and a destination‑rich itinerary, this package brings together Italy’s charm and the Mediterranean’s most celebrated ports.
What’s included
- Return flights from the UK
- Airport transfers
- Three nights' four-star bed-and-breakfast accommodation in the Desenzano or Sirmione areas of Lake Garda (in hotel featured or similar)
- Train journey between Desenzano (Lake garda) and Mestre station (Venice)
- Two nights' four-star bed-and-breakfast accommodation in Mestre Venice (in hotel featured or similar)
- Train journey between Mestre station (Venice) and Ravenna
- Seven nights' full-board cruise accommodation on board Royal Caribbean Explorer of the Seas
- Please note that hotel taxes and fees may be payable directly to the hotel upon check in - please call for details.
Itinerary
Fly to Verona and transfer to Lake Garda for an overnight hotel stay.
Hotel Acquaviva del Garda
Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages, body treatments, and facials. If you're looking for recreational opportunities, you'll find a health club, an indoor pool, and a spa tub. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and wedding services. Getting to nearby attractions is a breeze with the area shuttle (surcharge). Enjoy a meal at Caravaggio, or stay in and take advantage of the hotel's room service (during limited hours). Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary buffet breakfast is included. Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Event facilities at this hotel consist of a conference center and a meeting room. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.
Ship in this Deal
Explorer of the Seas
Royal Caribbean
Hotels in this Deal
Hotel Acquaviva del Garda
Hotel Plaza Venice
May 2028
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| Origin | Start date | Interior | Oceanview | Balcony | Suite | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Edinburgh | 8 May 2028Monday | £1,849 | £1,939 | £2,169 | £2,849 | |
| Gatwick | 8 May 2028Monday | £1,799 | £1,899 | £2,129 | £2,799 | |
| Glasgow | 8 May 2028Monday | £1,849 | £1,929 | £2,169 | £2,839 | |
| Manchester | 8 May 2028Monday | £1,859 | £1,939 | £2,179 | £2,849 | |
| Newcastle | 8 May 2028Monday | £1,859 | £1,949 | £2,179 | £2,859 | |
| Edinburgh | 15 May 2028Monday | £1,829 | £1,899 | £2,149 | £2,819 | |
| Gatwick | 15 May 2028Monday | £1,789 | £1,869 | £2,099 | £2,779 | |
| Glasgow | 15 May 2028Monday | £1,829 | £1,899 | £2,149 | £2,819 | |
| Manchester | 15 May 2028Monday | £1,829 | £1,919 | £2,149 | £2,829 | |
| Newcastle | 15 May 2028Monday | £1,839 | £1,919 | £2,159 | £2,829 |
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