Bardolino Holidays

Bardolino Wine Festival

The Wine Festival in Bardolino (October) brings the summer season on Lake Garda to a close. Five days celebrating the new harvest of the grapes from which the famous Bardolino wines are made. Plenty of opportunity to taste the wines and sample regional food specialties, all accompanied by musical concerts ending in a spectacular firework display over the lake.

Verona Opera

A night at the opera in the ancient arena in Verona must surely be one of life’s great experiences even if you’re not an opera buff. The 2020 programme (13 June - 5 September) with all-time favourite Aida by Verdi loved for its lavish scenery and costumes. A new stage design for Carmen by Bizet, there are also performances of Nabucco by Verdi, as well as Turandot by Puccini. If you are staying in any of the main resorts on Lake Garda, we can book most performances (listed on the Verona Opera page) and transport to & from Verona is included in addition to your opera ticket.

Resort Code: ITBD

Languages spoken: English

Time difference: GMT+1

Currency: EUR

Transfer Approx. 45mins by coach.

Supplements: are based on 7 nights departures.

Self drive is available

Car hire available: Yes

Evening resort bus service: No

Local bus services:

Parking available: No

Resort Ski bus available: No

Inghams Plus

• Early Booking Offers at selected hotels
• Inghams Rep based in resort
• Catullo Restaurant Offer 

In a prime harbour side location, serving fresh pasta, seafood and wood-fired pizzas, The Catullo restaurant is a friendly spot from which to enjoy a beautiful setting.

Special Offer for all Inghams guests in Bardolino

• 10% discount on lunch and dinner menu prices
• Complimentary glass of Prosecco before meal
• Complimentary liqueur at the end of meal

Voucher provided in resort by Rep

Special Offers

FREE EXCURSION | Pre-book 3 excursions per person and receive Verona* full day FREE.

Please note: Only one Verona opera booking per person can be counted towards your 3 excursions.

PRE-BOOKABLE EXCURSIONS 2019

Verona Opera - Jun to Sept - please visit our Opera information page for booking details and prices

Wine Tour from £48 Thursdays only
12.30pm - 5.30pm
Spend the day sipping some of the finest wines of the Veneto and Trentino regions in the sunshine. Discover the secrets of wine making and enjoy a small snack with a selection of full bodied fresh, refreshing whites and vibrant rose.

Tour of Lake Garda from £48 Tuesday and Friday 
8.40am - 6.30pm
Explore the resorts of Lake Garda with one of our fantastic tours. Take a coach down the famous Gardesana road and cruise the crystalline waters on a boat trip to resorts with time for shopping, sight seeing and lunch.

Dolomites from £53 Monday and Friday 
7.20am - 7.10pm  
Drive through the scenic South Tyrol right through to Pass Pordoi and immerse yourself in the vibrant countryside of the Dolomites. Stop for a drink at one of the Refugio's or explore the flora and fauna on foot during this guided tour.

Venice Classic from £70 Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays 
8.45am - 7.55pm 
This spectacular guided tour offers you a full day in the rich and decadent city of Venice. Including coach and water taxi transfers, our tour leader will guide you through the sights and on a gondola (optional and payable locally) before you enjoy free time to explore this enchanting city at your own pace.

Venice Special from £75 Wednesdays only
9.30am - 11.40pm
An extended version of our exceptionally popular classic tour, this package gives you extra time in the magical city of Venice as well as a trip on a motorboat to visit the Laguna islands.

Verona Classic from £43 Tuesdays and Fridays
9.50am - 5.10pm  
Visit one of Italy's most popular citta d'Arte and traverse this spectacular medieval city which is home to the Roman Ampitheatre, Juliet's balcony and the stunning Via Mazzini.

Bookable Locally

Milan from £59 Thursdays only
Take the coach down to the cobbled streets of Milan and spend the day immersing yourself in the stunning architecture of this industrial city.

**Please note that we act at all times as a selling agent for the suppliers. All excursions require minimum numbers to run and subject to change. Prices will be confirmed at the time of booking. See terms & conditions.** 

• Walking
• Golf

Bardolino's main square is full of inviting terrace cafés where you can relax and enjoy a glass of the excellent locally produced wine. Evening choral and music concerts are also often held in the square. Bardolino has a very pretty harbour and a scenic 2 mile walk along the lakeside promenade takes you to neighbouring Garda. Ferries and hydrofoils provide a pleasant and relaxing way to explore other lakeside villages, each with their own individual character and atmosphere.

In September each year, Bardolino Wine Festival take place along the lake front promenade of Bardolino, celebrating the new harvest of the grapes that contribute to the delicious Bardolino Classico red wine.

You can also attend the Verona Opera page.

In and around Bardolino

• Visit wine museum
• Olive oil museum
• Visit to churches of San Severo, San Zeno and Pieve di Santa Maria
• Parco Natura Viva zoo safari
• Golfing
• Villa dei Cedri thermal park in nearby village of Cola
• Theme parks in nearby Peschiera

Resort Combinations

Two Centres | You can combine your 7 night stay in Bardolino with 3, 4 or 7 nights in Venice or Verona, or with a stay in Merano or Selva in the Dolomites.