A tree standing in Lake Garda, with mountains behind
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Italy · 4 nights · April 2027

Lake Garda

Italy’s most beautiful lake, with friends

From £585 pp

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When23–27 April 2027
Length4 nights
Fly fromLondon Stansted
MealsHalf board
Group10 to 20 people
Your hostTravels with you

One price, all this included

What’s included

Return flightsFrom Stansted, with a hold bag
4 nights, 3★ superior hotelIn Garda town, with a pool
Breakfast and dinnerEvery day
Airport transfersBoth ways
Your HSE hostWith you from London and back
Private group eventsA welcome dinner and a group evening, just for us
A group walk with your hostAlong the lake path, with a gelato stop
Local tips and booking helpYour host shares ideas and books trips with you

Not included: optional trips and entry fees, lunch, travel insurance, single room supplement, personal spending.

Why you’ll love it

Good to know about Lake Garda

Italy’s biggest lakeLake Garda is the largest lake in Italy, with mountains on one side and gentle hills on the other.
2,000-year-old ArenaVerona’s Roman Arena was built in the 1st century and still hosts opera every summer.
Natural hot springsSirmione has thermal springs, so you can end a day out with a warm soak.
FlightAbout 2 hours
April weatherAround 16°C, 6 hours of sun a day
MoneyEuro
Time1 hour ahead of the UK
PlugsBring a European adapter

Local ideas for your free time

Things to do around the lake, if you’d like

Our pick of local favourites, from free walks to day trips. Not in the price, so you choose. Your host will share tips and help you book.

Sirmione
Paid tripSirmioneA lakeside castle, the old town and gelato.
A boat trip on the lake
Paid tripA boat trip on the lakeAcross the water to the pretty towns. Easy, no walking needed.
Verona
Paid day tripVeronaThe Roman Arena and Juliet’s balcony.
Garda old town
Free to walkGarda old townLittle lanes, cafés and shops, right by the hotel.
The lakeside promenade
Free to walkThe lakeside promenadeA flat walk along the water, with mountain views.
The pool and garden at Hotel Bisesti

Where you’ll stay

Hotel Bisesti

★★★ Superior

  • In the centre of Garda town, about 200 m from the lake
  • Garden and outdoor pool with hydro-massage jets
  • Lift to all floors, accessible rooms on request
  • Around an hour from Verona airport

Good to know: the lake ferries leave about 800 m from the hotel.

Our travellers together in a cruise ship lounge
Whether you’re travelling alone or with friends, you’re made to feel part of the group from the moment you arrive.Linda P.
It’s a great way to meet people, make friends and create lasting memories.Harjit K. · Read our reviews

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Half board£585

From, per person, sharing a twin room. Guide prices: final prices are confirmed when booking opens. Places are limited to 20.

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Questions

Who are these trips for?+

Women and couples aged 45+. Come on your own, with a friend or with your partner.

Do I need to pay now?+

No. Registering interest is free and doesn’t commit you.

Can I come on my own?+

Yes. You can share a twin or pay a single supplement.

I have mobility needs. Can I come?+

Often, yes. Tell us and we’ll check the hotel and trips for you honestly.

Is the food suitable for me?+

We check vegetarian and halal options with the hotel before booking opens.

Is my money protected?+

Yes. When booking opens, your trip is financially protected through our licensed travel partner.

Financially protected through our licensed travel partnerYour HSE host travels with youSmall groups of 10 to 20

“From” prices are guide prices per person, sharing a twin room. Hotel photo: Hotel Bisesti. Photos: Unsplash (Thijs Kennis, Mariana Sandulovych, Charles Büchler, Domenico Adornato, Felicia Varzari, Alicia Steels). Group photo: our own travellers. Excursions, travel insurance and single supplements are extra.

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