Porto accommodation from NZ$175

The Ideal is positioned 19 kilometres away from the main part of Porto. Another alternative is the Hotel Lido Blu Surf & Bike, which is positioned 19 kilometres away. Some more hotel options in the area include the Residence Verdeblu and the Agritur La Cort.

Don't be a Wally and miss out on the other cool things to see and do in Lombardy. Explore the ruins in Lombardy, or simply head off and admire the area's rural landscapes, rivers, lakes and mountains. In this part of Italy, travellers may also partake in snowboarding.

7 kilometres to the northeast of Porto is Malcesine, where you can visit the Castello Scaligeri, Mount Baldo and Malcesine - San Michele Cableway. Should you wish to spend a night or two in Malcesine, be sure to check out the Hotel Oliveto and Hotel Sogno del Benaco. Or, you could consider staying in Torri del Benaco, 12 kilometres to the southwest of Porto, where you can choose from the Locanda San Verolo and La Corte. The Church of San Zeno and Museo del Castello Scaligero are amongst the more popular sites to see for those visiting Torri del Benaco.

If you're flying into or out of Valerio Catullo Airport and plan to stay nearby, check out the latest deals at the Corte Girlanda or the Agriturismo Ca' La Pergola.