Family in Italy for 16 nights, arriving and departing from Milan Malpensa Airport. Hiring a car and heading straight out.
Looking for recommendations on up to 3 or 4 towns or regions to stay in, avoiding big cities. We enjoy mountains, hills, farmlands and lakes but want to steer clear of very busy areas.
Will stay in some areas for at least 3 nights, possibly more. Use it as a base and do a few day trips - driving up to an hour or two away from base - no more. Rather take it slow, learn and soak up the local atmosphere in each area rather than ticking of wish lists and driving all the time.
Is Airbnb a good choice in Italy? We have found many places on there which seem lovely.
Any suggestions on towns or regions that fit this description?
Just one idea of a plan:
Airport to Lake Como (possibly Menaggio) 4 nights
Bergamo 3 nights
Breguzzo 3 nights
Verona 3 nights
Extra 3 nights?? Possibly take last night near Milan airport so it makes the departure day less stressful.
Staying in or near these areas which is possible as we have a car. Just not sure of schedule.
Cheers