Verona and Lake Garda Hand Stitching Retreat 2025

3rd – 10th November 2025

Join Carolyn Forster on this retreat to northern Italy, staying at the stunning Villa Quaranta. Enjoy three full-day hand stitching workshops and fantastic included excursions to Verona, renowned for its rich history, stunning architecture and cultural heritage, and Lake Garda, Italy’s largest lake, as well as enjoying a guided tour of remarkable Padua, a treasure trove of history, culture and academia.

Accommodation

You will stay for seven nights at the 4-star Villa Quaranta.
This family run 4-star hotel combines history and modernity in the very heart of the Valpolicella wine producing region. Along with the 76 bedrooms, the hotel also offers a thermal spa and Borgo Antico Restaurant, housed in a 17th-century villa.

Villa Quaranta in Verona
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  • Verona Arena

Itinerary

Day 1 Arrival

With our flight-inclusive package, today you will meet your expert and tour manager at London airport for your flight to Verona Airport. From here, you will be transferred to the hotel.
If you have booked our join direct package, meet us at the hotel.
Join your expert and tour manager this evening for a welcome drink and dinner at the hotel.
Included meals – Dinner.

Day 2 Verona Guided Tour and Arena di Verona
Verona is renowned for its rich history, stunning architecture, and cultural heritage. As the setting of Shakespeare’s timeless tragedy ‘Romeo and Juliet’, it captivates visitors with its romantic allure and medieval charm. The city boasts an array of well-preserved Roman monuments, including the majestic Verona Arena, an ancient amphitheatre still in use today for operatic performances. We’ll enjoy a guided tour with our English-speaking local guide, including a visit to the Arena, followed by some free time for you to explore at your own pace.
Included meals – Breakfast.

Day 3 Workshop
Enjoy your first hand stitching workshop with your expert in the hotel.
Included meals – Breakfast, Dinner.

Day 4 Limone with Lake Garda Boat Trip and Free Time in Malcesine
Lake Garda, Italy’s largest lake, seamlessly blends natural beauty with rich cultural heritage. Renowned for its crystal-clear waters and diverse landscapes, from rolling vineyards to rugged mountains, Lake Garda offers a picturesque venue for our excursion today.
Our coach will take us to Malcesine, where we’ll board a boat and sail across to Limone Sul Garda. Enjoy free time to explore and have lunch.
We return to Malcesine by boat. This small, picturesque town with its cobbled lanes and castle. Enjoy some free time to explore or relax with a drink or an ice cream. Time for an early dinner before returning to the hotel.
Included meals – Breakfast.

Day 5 Workshop
Enjoy your second hand stitching workshop with your expert in the hotel.
Included meals – Breakfast, Dinner.

Day 6 Padua Guided Tour
Padua is a treasure trove of history, culture, and academia. The rich architectural heritage is showcased in stunning medieval structures, including the iconic Basilica of Saint Anthony and the Scrovegni Chapel. The city’s vibrant atmosphere is further enhanced by its bustling piazzas, such as the historic Prato della Valle, one of Europe’s largest squares.
Our English-speaking local guide will show us the highlights of the city, followed by free time for lunch and for you to explore at your own pace. Return to the hotel early afternoon
Included meals – Breakfast

Day 7 Workshop
Enjoy your final hand stitching workshop with your expert.
Tonight’s evening meal will be a special treat from the chef in the hotel restaurant, a 4-course dinner with local specialities.
Included meals – Breakfast, Dinner.

Day 8 Departure
If you have booked our join direct package, your tour ends after breakfast.
With our flight-inclusive package, we include your transfer to Verona Airport. From here, you will board your return flight home.
Included meals – Breakfast.

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