| For those wanting to experience Italy without the | | | | The area here is well known for its fine cuisine - |
| crowds and the sometimes unbearable summer | | | | eating out in Italy is not to be missed! |
| heat, a tour of the north has plenty that appeals. | | | | Verona itself, as well as providing an excellent |
| Let's take a look at some must-see highlights. | | | | base from which to explore the surrounding |
| The rise of budget airlines has meant that it has | | | | countryside, has a rich history. This is a city that |
| never been easier to find a cheap flight to | | | | was first brought to the attention of the English |
| northern Italy. Both Milan and Verona have busy | | | | by no lesser figure than William Shakespeare. |
| international airports, with flights from most major | | | | The Dolomites, the mighty mountains of the |
| European cities. Verona is served by regular flights | | | | region, provide some spectacular views and |
| from London Gatwick, making it a perfect starting | | | | wonderful spots to enjoy. The popular towns of |
| point for any tour. | | | | Vipiteno, Brunico and Bolzano are all well worth a |
| If you can't find a suitably priced flight from | | | | visit. |
| Verona, then you might also consider Bologna as | | | | Finally, no tour of this part of Italy would be |
| a feasible alternative. | | | | complete without visiting the medieval walled |
| Lake Garda is within easy reach of both airports. | | | | magnificence of Trento. |
| This grand lake has a quite wonderful location, | | | | A tour of northern Italy involves some of the |
| with a mountainous backdrop and a coastal feel. | | | | most beautiful towns, villages and countryside that |
| Lined by pretty villages and towns, Lake Garda is | | | | this country has to offer - it is not to be missed. |
| a natural focal point for any tour of northern Italy. | | | | |