Top Lombardy Holidays - page 3

Cook in a real Milanese home with a true Italian chef and enjoy a fully private experience. Choose the menu you want to prepare — pasta, risotto, pizza, or dessert — and cook step by step together. Not a cooking school, but an authentic Italian home experience. The menu includes: -2 fresh pasta shapes -2 fresh pasta sauces -Dessert

A journey of contrasts, from the glamour of St. Moritz to the wine-growing traditions of Valtellina. The Bernina Class: Enjoy the most spectacular route of the Rhaetian Railway. You will travel through landscapes of extraordinary beauty aboard the First Class carriages of the legendary Red Train, on a line recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Exclusive private transfer: Forget the stress of connections. Your private driver will take you from your starting point (Lake Como or Milan) to the heart of the Alps and back. The outward journey, through the mesmerising Maloja Pass, is part of the spectacle. The Bernina Class: Enjoy the most spectacular section of the Rhaetian Railway, from St. Moritz to Tirano, comfortably seated in the First Class carriages of the legendary Red Train. At the end of the train journey, your driver will be waiting for you in Tirano to take you to a selected area of Valtellina (Chiuro/Sondrio) for a visit and tasting at a prestigious local winery.

Experience Livigno’s alpine heritage through craft beers brewed at high altitude, guided by expert sommeliers, with cellar visits and curated pairings for a truly unique tasting journey.

Embark on a journey through top wines and Champagnes without having to leave beautiful Como with this guided tasting in the heart of the old town. Sip a variety of prestigious white, red, and sparkling labels and learn about their terroir and producers from your sommelier host at a local wine shop, plus sample a variety of local gourmet specialties from cheeses to charcuterie paired with each glass.

Escape Milan for a day of breathtaking scenery, charming lakeside villages, and world-class sparkling wine. Your journey begins at Lake Iseo, a hidden gem surrounded by rolling hills and picturesque vineyards. Explore the delightful town of Iseo, wandering through historic streets and enjoying stunning lake views. Opt for the full package to embark on a panoramic cruise around Monte Isola, the largest lake island in Europe, where fishing villages and olive groves offer a true taste of Italian lakeside life. Next, venture to Franciacorta, Italy’s premier sparkling wine region. At a prestigious winery, expert vintners will guide you through a tasting session, revealing the secrets behind Franciacorta’s Champagne-style elegance. With an expert tour leader enriching your experience, this unforgettable journey blends nature, culture, and fine wine: perfect for wine lovers, explorers, and those seeking a relaxing escape.

I'm Edo. I personally designed this experience, and I'll be the one hosting you. I'm not a large tour operator, but a local who lives and breathes food and wine every day. Discover a different side of Barolo on a private wine tour through hidden wineries and quiet villages in the Langhe and Roero. I designed this experice for travelers who want more than a standard tasting: you'll visit small, family-run wineries, meet the people behind the bottles, and taste Barolo, Nebbiolo, and other local wines in an unhurried, personal setting. Between vineyards and hilltop villages, you'll experience the Langhe and Roero at a slower pace, away from the crowds, with time to enjoy the landscape, the stories, and the character that make this region truly unique.

We invite you to join our "Italian Wine Tasting" in one of the most romantic and charming village at Lake Como: Bellagio. A 1h captivating journey designed to delight your senses and elevate your tasting experience. A handpicked distinguished collection of the finest local and Italian reds and whites. Each of the 5 glasses accompanied by a tasty board of local cured meats and cheese, introduces a unique blend of refreshing flavours, subtle undertones, and aromatic bouquet, harmoniously united to create a truly memorable affair. Our passionate team and sommelier will guide you to enhance your understanding and appreciation of our Italian wines and share their knowledge about the grape variety and our winemaking techniques. The package includes complimentary tickets to visit the enchanting Villa Melzi's gardens.

Embark on a sensorial adventure with our Lake Como Wine Tasting Experience. A captivating journey designed to delight your senses and elevate your tasting experience. A handpicked distinguished collection of the finest local reds and whites. Each of the 5 glasses accompanied by some of Northern Italy’s most delicious and authentic regional tastings, introduces a unique blend of refreshing flavours, subtle undertones, and aromatic bouquet, harmoniously united to create a truly memorable affair. Our passionate team and sommelier will guide you to enhance your understanding and appreciation of our wines and share their knowledge about the grape variety and our winemaking techniques.

Starting from the picturesque winery of Salò, the e-bike tour crosses the suggestive paths that run along Lake Garda, offering breathtaking views of sparkling waters and amazing hilly landscapes. During the two-hour exploration, participants can enjoy the tranquility of nature and the fresh air of the lake. You will visit the big bench of Chiaretto in Muscoline, the town of Polpenazze, the little lakes of Sovenigo and the gulf of Salò. On the return road we slowly approach the cellar, where 4 glasses of Valtenesi wine await you, accompanied by delicious platters of local cured meats and cheeses, to conclude the journey thus completing an unforgettable experience of food and wine and scenic beauty. The tour last 3.30 hours, 2 hours with bikes, about 90 minutes for wine tasting

Sforzesco Castle and Milan Cathedral are two of the most popular sites of interest in Milan, but without a guide their rich histories can be hidden. This convenient walking tour makes it possible to check both off your list in a day, plus take in other Milan landmarks such as the medieval Piazza Mercanti, Piazza della Scala, and the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II. Enjoy personal attention from your guide on this private tour, limited to just you and your group.

Valtellina is one of the hidden gems of northern Italy just two hours drive north of Milan. If you are a wine lover, this is an extraordinary destination to visit. Valtellina is the largest terraced area of vineyards in Italy with its 2,500 kilometers of picturesque vineyards built over the centuries and now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. During our tour you will visit the picturesque village of Varenna and through the paronamic road on Lake Como we will reach Morbegno where we will visit an ancient Bottega from 1883. Then in Traona in a dairy to taste local cheeses. Lunch in a family restaurant where you will taste the famous typical "pizzoccheri" dish. The tour continues after lunch until your last stop - a visit to a historic winery in the Valtellina Cantine Nera.

Indulge in tasty Italian delights on this tour of the Brera neighborhood, one of Milan's hippest neighborhoods. With your foodie guide by your side, traverse the intimate streets of Brera, stopping at various spots to sample Parma ham, Milanese meatballs, a special spritz, and other local delicacies.

There’s nothing like learning about Italian wines in a stunning location. This private wine tasting takes place on Lake Como, just minutes away from the town of Bellagio. Step into the restaurant of a renowned chef and sample delicious Italian snacks paired with local wines. Enjoy a personalized experience as you learn about grape varietals and wine productions from the sommelier chef.

Leave Milan behind—and avoid the crowds—on this private full-day tour of the Langhe wine region, including a winery tour with tastings. Take the scenic route out of the city and learn about culture, history, and architecture while exploring Alba on foot with a guide. Enjoy privileged access to a family-run winery, step inside the cellars, and sample seven local wines, including multiple Barolos, on a guided tasting.

Experience Lake Como from the water–and step away from the crowds–on this small-group boat tour. Cruise past beautiful villas, enjoy plenty of photo opportunities, and hear stories and local insights from your captain. Along the way, savor a glass of local wine or prosecco and keep refreshed with bottled water all included.

Visit Lake Como and enjoy a gastronomic experience during this small-group day trip, capped at just 10 people. Admire the beautiful scenery on the train ride from Milan to Como. Take a walking tour around the town’s key landmarks as you sample delicious treats such as Italian pastries, focaccia, gelato, homemade pasta, meats, and cheeses. Then, hop aboard a boat for a scenic tour of the lake before heading back to Milan.

Italy’s premier wine region of Piedmont is within striking distance of Milan, but exploring rural roads to find local winemakers is stressful. Relax on board a private minivan to reach the Langhe wine country, home of Barolo and Barbaresco. Enjoy a scenic drive and stop for tours and tastings at two boutique wineries in the vineyard-covered hills.

Stop by at the Restaurant Salice Blu in Bellagio on your Lake Como vacation, and meet the local chef-come-sommelier Luigi Gandola. You’ll taste a selection of wine from the region and around Italy, and enjoy samples of food chosen carefully to complement each sample of wine. Even better: You’ll get the lowdown on the local grapes and wine production as you sip.

The hills surrounding Lake Como are thick with excellent wineries, but visiting them on your own is a challenge. With this private tour, set out with a driver to spend the day touring boutique cellars in Valtellina to sample vintages that are hard to find outside the region. Stop at two or three different wineries for tours and tastings paired with local gourmet specialties, plus opt to visit a castle or basilica far off the beaten track.

Explore the best of the Brera district on this food and wine-tasting tour. Sample a number of delicious foods and a few different wines as you traverse the Milanese streets. Learn about the history of food in Milan as well as the local area. Enjoy personalized service on a private tour and make the most of your time in Milan.

During this 3-hour tour you in a small group (max. 15 people) will experience an entertaining wine & food tasting of famous Italian wines in a trendy wine bar. Your local expert guide will provide a detailed tour of the most significant attractions of Milan, including visit of Duomo & its rooftop (skip-the-line lift access), Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II & Piazza della Scala.

On your Private tour from Milan Central station explore a valley, just around the corner of Lake Como, nestling right inside the Alps with its typical terraced vineyards. Ride on the "wine road" in the middle of the vines and along some charming and old villages. Afterword visit two (or possibly three) different wineries where you can have an idea of the production, the aging in the wood barrels and a tasting of this elegant and aromatic Nebbiolo Valtellina wine! We end the tour again at Milan Central station.

Get ready to Rock with our Artisanal Food and Wine Adventures!!! During the meal we will also provide many secrets about Italy and Milan that you wouldn't be able to find on a normal Guide!! Instagram: @home.cooking.milan

Pleasure your palate with fine Italian wine during this express wine-tasting session in Milan. With a professional sommelier, you’ll sample four wine varietals—including red, white, and sparkling—while learning about their origins and manufacture, and enjoy a cheese and charcuterie platter. Plus, you’ll have chance to buy some of your favorite wines after the tasting session.