Summer in the Italian Lakes is vibrant and lively, with hot, sunny weather. Lakes Garda, Como, and Maggiore are well-loved and popular destinations, but equally as beautiful are the quieter Lakes Iseo and Orta. Whichever you visit, you can expect postcard-pretty views from enchanting lakeside promenades, with green woodlands rising on the mountains all around. 
We’ve put together a collection of detailed guides for some of our most popular choices in Italy. Whether you’re looking for a bit of background information on a particular area, recommendations for top walks there, or even a few helpful phrases to learn before you go, our guides will stand you in good stead for your holiday.|
Between the Alps and the Adriatic lies one of the world’s most enchanting wine-growing regions – the tranquil Prosecco Hills. A landscape awarded UNESCO World Heritage status and home to Prosecco Superiore DOCG (the highest classification of quality), its dramatic, vine-covered slopes, outstanding local cuisine, and historic towns and villages offer everything you could want from a holiday destination. With countless opportunities to sample the region’s celebrated wines, your route dips and rises over the rolling hills, weaving between rippling terraces and gathering momentum as it reaches the foot of the mighty Pre-Alps.
 Spend your final two nights at the incomparable CastelBrando – one of Europe’s largest and oldest castles with spectacular views and a remarkable spa complex. |
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"Good food is at the heart of the Inntravel walking holiday experience in Italy – and we make sure whether it’s your included dinner at your hotel or in a recommended restaurant in the village, you’ll sample authentic Italian cuisine. Italy has a fantastic wine culture, too – it’s waiting to be discovered." - James Keane, Italy Expert |
These secret mountains are a peaceful haven away from the summer crowds, where nature takes centre stage. Wander over rolling hills rich in wildlife, and which reveal sudden, breathtaking views of your majestic surroundings at every turn. Hospitality is warm and genuine here too, offering delicious local cuisine. |
Experience the last 100 kilometres of this ancient pilgrim path, visiting the country’s largest volcanic lake before weaving through timeless countryside and historic towns towards Rome, the Eternal City. Few moments compare to your first glimpse of St Peter’s Dome – your journey’s end and confirmation of how close you are to fulfilling the iconic pilgrimage, collecting your official completion certificate, and celebrating your huge achievement with fellow pilgrims and travellers.
Did you know? Pilgrims have walked the Via Francigena from Canterbury to Rome for more than a millennium, following in the footsteps of 10th-century Archbishop Sigeric. |
The Dolomites beckon with the promise of joy and adventure in the summer. Walking trails wind over green and forested hillsides in the shadow of rugged peaks, cable cars and funiculars run you up to the higher routes with breathtaking views, wildlife abounds throughout the valleys, and villages are abuzz with the start of traditional, local festivals.
Introduced in 2024, already a classic: A Charming village-edge hotel with pool & spa, daily afternoon tea and dinner, plus easy valley and upland routes accessible via free local transport.
UNESCO-listed peaks | Experience Europe’s most beautiful mountain range.
Mountains made easy | Use cable cars and funiculars to avoid strenuous climbs.
Hotel La Perla | First-class, family-owned accommodation with top spa facilities.
Traditional culture | Ancient Ladin customs endure in Val Gardena.
Included journeys | Enjoy free travel on local buses and trains
Since 2021, Pathways of Puglia has charmed our Inntravellers with its blend of coast and countryside – seaside trails, wildflower meadows, and opportunities to swim in the warm southern seas, paired with stays in elegant hotels and timeless masserie.
Beautiful routes | By glistening coast and through unspoiled countryside.
Reasons to pause | Stop for a swim, or lunch in a seafront restaurant.
Discover Lecce | A Baroque gem and the ‘Florence of the South’.
Layers of history | Discover Greek, Roman, Byzantine, and Spanish influences.
Striking colour | Creamy stone, rich red soil, and expansive blue skies.
Tucked between Portofino and the Cinque Terre, the elegant Villa Edera & La Torretta offers a refined, adults-only retreat on the Italian Riviera. Run by the Schiaffino family since 1962, this women-owned boutique hotel blends slow living, thoughtful design, and warm Italian hospitality. Surrounded by fragrant gardens and just a stroll from the seafront of Moneglia, it’s a place to unwind, explore hidden coastal trails, and savour authentic Ligurian food and wine.
With International Women’s Day in mind, we spoke to Orietta, Edi and Francesca about what makes a stay here so special – from secret walking routes to slow-food traditions and the inspiration behind their beautiful hotel.
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"Puglia's Gargano Peninsula offers just the kind of experience you wouldn't expect from this up-and-coming Italian region. It is very much off the beaten track, with a striking mix of ancient forest, emerald seas, and a sacred pilgrim town." - James Keane, Italy Expert |
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