You travel directly from the metropolis of Milan to Lake Como, the most stunning lake in the region. Framed by the Rhaetian Alps, this Italian slice of heaven's crystal-clear waters seduced the most famous writers of the 18th and 19th centuries. You may even recognise its sparkling waters from James Bond's Casino Royale (2006).

Admire the mountainous vistas and colourful villas from the unique perspective of the water, as you hop on a leisurely boat trip across to the small Italian village of Lenno. Your boat trip is included in your tour price.

Once you're on dry land, you'll have a few hours free to enjoy the charms of Lenno. A walk through town and along the seaside promenade boasts an 11th-century octagonal baptistry, a Romanesque-style crypt, and enough lovely lakeside views to last a lifetime all the way across to Bellagio. Make sure to take a break and enjoy what might be one of the most picturesque lunches of your life before we head back out on the road. We have so much more to see!

You then cross the border into Switzerland and visit Lugano. You have a couple of hours here to explore however you please. People watch over a coffee in Piazza della Riforma, pour over the frescos at the Church of S. Maria degli Angioli, or feast your eyes on more waterside scenes on the shores of Lake Lugano. You travel to the quaint and cultural town of Locarno for your evening and overnight stay.