Lakeside walks

Immerse yourself in the color and culture of Italy's Lakes District on a weeklong, self-guided walking tour. The area brings the flavor of the Alps to walkers of modest abilities. Explore Lake Maggiore, spending two nights at Isola dei Pescatori before ascending to a small resort high on Mottarone and descending to the lake at medieval Orta San Giulio. Other highlights: the UNESCO World Heritage site at Sacro Monte di Orta. Shorter versions of the route are available. Dates:

Flexible through early November and from late March to early November 2018. Price: From $1,080 per person, double occupancy. Includes seven nights’ bed and breakfast in small hotels and inns, luggage transfers, route notes and information pack. International airfare and airport transfers not included.