Scenic North Italy Campervan Adventure from Ingolstadt: Lakes, Sea & Italian Flavours

Day 1: Drive & Settle

Lake Garda, Italy on May 28, 2025

8:00am

Departure from Ingolstadt

Begin your scenic drive from Ingolstadt heading south towards Lake Garda, approximately 5 hours drive.
EUR0, 5h

2:00pm

Check-in at Camping Bella Italia

A top-rated campsite with electric, water, and quality showers right on Lake Garda’s shores, perfect for family and relaxation. [Website: https://www.camping-bellaitalia.it/]
EUR35-50 per night, 0.5h

4:00pm

Walk along Lake Garda Shoreline

Gentle stroll nearby to familiarise yourself with the lake’s beautiful views and relax after your drive.
EUR0, 1.5h

7:00pm

Dinner at La Cantina del Gallo

Enjoy fresh fish and seasonal salad specialities with a traditional Italian ambiance by the lake. Open 6pm-11pm.
Approx EUR25-40 per person, 1.5h

Day 2: Bike & Explore

Lake Garda, Italy on May 29, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Camping site cafe

Healthy Italian breakfast with fresh fruits, pastries and espresso.
EUR8-12 per person, 1h

9:30am

Bike trip from Peschiera del Garda to Lazise

Cycle along the scenic lakeside bike route (about 20 km round trip), stopping for photos and lakeside viewpoints.
Bike rental approx EUR15/day if needed, 3h

1:00pm

Lunch at Trattoria La Baita, Lazise

Eat light with fresh seafood pasta and garden salads focusing on wholesome flavours. Open 12pm-3pm.
EUR20-35 per person, 1.5h

3:30pm

Relax at the lakeside beach

Enjoy sunbathing or swimming in the clear waters to refresh after your bike ride.
EUR0, 2h

7:30pm

Dinner at Camping site restaurant

Sample their pizze or grilled vegetables with a glass of local wine.
EUR15-30 per person, 1.5h

Day 3: Lake Iseo Transfer

Lake Iseo, Italy on May 30, 2025

9:00am

Drive to Lake Iseo

Head east from Garda to Lake Iseo, approximately 2 hours scenic drive.
EUR0 (fuel cost varies), 2h

11:30am

Check-in at Camping Monticolo

High-quality campsite near Lake Iseo with full facilities and stunning mountain and lake views. [Website: http://www.campingmonticolo.it/]
EUR35-50 per night, 0.5h

1:00pm

Lunch at Osteria Ai Lumi

Enjoy fresh-caught lake fish dishes and crisp salads, an excellent local dining choice. Open 12pm-2:30pm.
EUR25-40 per person, 1h

3:00pm

Short lake shore bike ride

Cycle a 20 km loop around the southern part of Lake Iseo, pleasant and not strenuous.
Bike rental available locally approx EUR15/day, 2-3h

7:00pm

Dinner at Camping site restaurant

Light dinner options focusing on fresh local produce and pizzas.
EUR15-25 per person, 1.5h

Day 4: Milan Outskirts & Food

Near Milan, Italy on May 31, 2025

9:00am

Drive to Milan outskirts

Travel south from Lake Iseo near Milan, about 2 hours drive, staying outside the busy city.
EUR0 (fuel), 2h

11:30am

Camping Village Città di Milano

Modern campsite near Milan with excellent amenities, including electricity, showers, and bike rentals. [Website: https://www.campingcittadimilano.it/]
EUR30-50 per night, 0.5h

1:00pm

Lunch at Trattoria Milanese

Healthy Milanese specialities including risotto and seasonal vegetable salads. Open 12pm-3pm.
EUR20-35 per person, 1h

3:30pm

Bike ride in Parco Nord Milano

Enjoy a flat, scenic 20-25 km bike trip inside this vast urban park to experience nature within reach of the city.
Free entry, bike rental possible at campsite, 2-3h

7:00pm

Pizza dinner at Pizzeria Gino Sorbillo

Savour inventive thin-crust pizzas with fresh toppings, a famous local spot in Milan outskirts.
EUR15-30 per person, 1.5h

Day 5: Toward Pisa Coastline

Pisa / Tuscany Coast, Italy on June 1, 2025

9:00am

Drive to Pisa coast area

Travel southwest towards the Pisa coastal region; journey is about 3-3.5 hours providing little traffic.
EUR0 (fuel), 3.5h

1:00pm

Check-in at Camping Torre Pendente, Pisa

Well-equipped campsite within easy reach of Pisa and the nearby beach, with electrical and water connections. [Website: http://www.campingtorrepensente.it/en/]
EUR30-45 per night, 0.5h

2:00pm

Lunch at Osteria di Culegna

Dine on Tuscan seafood and fresh local salads featuring olive oils and seasonal vegetables. Open 12pm-3pm.
Approx EUR20-35 per person, 1h

4:00pm

Pisa bike tour

Cycle 20 km around Pisa’s less touristy parks and river areas, avoiding the city centre but enjoying open spaces.
Bike rental approx EUR12-15/day if needed, 2h

7:00pm

Dinner at La Buca di San Ranieri

Enjoy light fish dishes in a relaxed atmosphere – perfect to end your day in Pisa. Open 7pm-11pm.
EUR25-40 per person, 1.5h

Day 6: Pisa & Coast Relax

Tuscany Coast, Italy on June 2, 2025

8:30am

Beachside breakfast café

Start with fresh Italian coffee and fruit on the beach promenade.
EUR8-12 per person, 1h

10:00am

Day at Marina di Pisa

Enjoy swimming, paddle-boarding, or just relaxing on the sandy beach with family at this peaceful spot.
EUR0 (equipment rental extra), 4h

2:00pm

Lunch at Ristorante O’ Sole Mio

Healthy, locally sourced Italian seafood specialties and fresh salads, open for lunch 12pm-3pm.
EUR20-35 per person, 1.5h

4:00pm

Relax or explore local artisan shops

Stroll small shops or relax back at campsite enjoying facilities.
EUR0, 2h

7:00pm

Dinner at Camping site or nearby pizzeria

Choose from well-made pizzas or light seafood dishes, completing your day perfectly.
EUR15-30 per person, 1.5h

Day 7: Tuscany Countryside

Pisa Surroundings, Tuscany, Italy on June 3, 2025

9:00am

Drive to nearby Tuscan countryside

Short drive of about 40 minutes to explore rolling hills and vineyards around Pisa.
EUR0 (fuel), 0.75h

10:00am

Camping Village Il Poggetto

High standard campsite nestled in Tuscan hills, with extensive facilities and great for cycling. [Website: https://www.ilpoggetto.com/]
EUR35-50 per night, 0.5h

11:00am

Bike tour through Chianti hills

Enjoy a 25 km bike ride through mild Tuscan slopes, vineyards and quaint villages with scenic stops.
Bike rental approx EUR15-20, 3h

2:30pm

Lunch at Osteria del Gesso

Savour local Tuscan dishes focused on fresh vegetables and grilled fish, open 12pm-3pm.
EUR25-40 per person, 1.5h

5:00pm

Relax at campsite

Leisure time at campsite pool or walking nearby nature trails.
Included in campsite fee, 2h

7:30pm

Dinner at campsite restaurant

Taste freshly made pizza or a healthy vegetable platter to end the day.
EUR15-30 per person, 1.5h

Day 8: Return toward Germany

Drive back from Tuscany on June 4, 2025

9:00am

Departure from camping near Pisa

Start your return trip north after a wholesome breakfast, driving toward Ingolstadt with optional quick stops.
EUR0 (fuel), 5-6h

3:00pm

Stopover for late lunch in Verona

If time allows, break the trip at Verona for a walk and lunch with Italian salads and fish options at Osteria Le Vecete, open 12pm-3pm.
EUR20-35 per person, 1.5h

5:00pm

Resume driving to Ingolstadt

Continue comfortably back home after refreshing stop.
EUR0 (fuel), 2.5h

Day 9: Arrive & Rest

Ingolstadt, Germany on June 5, 2025

10:00am

Arrive home in Ingolstadt

Rest after your relaxed and nature-focused camping holiday in northern Italy.
EUR0, All day rest