Italian Lake District, Garda is the largest lake, and offers stunning scenery, especially in its mountainous northern stretches.
2. Florence
The birthplace of the Renaissance and home to the Michelangelo’s David, Florence is essential viewing for art lovers, history buffs, fashionistas and foodies. You can’t go past the Uffizi Gallery for some of the best art on the planet, and the Duomo Cathedral for stunning architecture. Florence is also home to to-die-for leather goodies, so be sure to allow enough time for a shopping spree. Another bonus: it’s the capital of Tuscany – home of Italy’s premier wine country and most picture-perfect scenery.