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Florence and Lake Garda via the Alps

Independent rail trip from Geneva via the Alps to Garda and Florence

Railbookers sells Florence and Lake Garda via the Alps as an independent rail vacation, meaning travelers make their own way rather than joining an escorted group. The 7-day, 6-night trip starts with a night in Geneva, described as a cosmopolitan city, before the train follows the Simplon Pass through the Swiss Alps, skirting lakes on the way to Lake Garda. There, travelers spend three days relaxing on Sirmione's beaches before continuing to Florence. In Florence, the days center on the Uffizi Gallery, walking across the Ponte Vecchio, and time in the city's piazza. It suits travelers who want an Alpine train ride combined with a lake stop and a classic Italian art city.

What to know before you look closer

  • Railbookers publishes no day-by-day itinerary for this package; confirm the exact schedule with them before booking.
  • The description states one night in Geneva and three days at Lake Garda but does not specify how many nights are spent in Florence.

Questions travellers ask

Which train route is used?
The Simplon Pass route from Geneva through the Swiss Alps to Lake Garda, described as skirting shimmering lakes.
Is this escorted or independent?
Independent rail package, with no escorted group mentioned.
How long is the trip?
7 days and 6 nights.
What is there to do in Florence?
The description mentions visiting the Uffizi Gallery, walking across the Ponte Vecchio, and spending time in the city's piazza.
How many nights are spent at Lake Garda?
The description says 'three days of relaxation' next to Lake Garda's beaches; the night counts for Geneva (one night) and Florence are not both given.
What is the starting price?
From $1,099 per person, about $157 a day.

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