Top Lombardy Tours by Duration - page 3

Board the Bernina Red Train, Switzerland's alpine delight, for a ride along one of the most beautiful railway routes in the world. After a coach ride from Milan to St. Moritz, enjoy free time to explore the chic mountain town before boarding the bright red train to travel on the UNESCO-listed route. Soak up unparalleled views of tall peaks, clear glaciers, and wide valleys as you make your way to Tirano. Explore the town a bit before your return coach journey to Milan.

Escape Milan's bustle to enjoy Lake Como and Lugano in a small group. Cruise past villas, visit Torno, and enjoy 2 hours free in Como to stroll the historic center and relax by the waterfront. Spend the afternoon in Lugano, Switzerland, savor Swiss chocolate, ride the funicular to the city center, and optionally swim in Lake Lugano during summer. Discover Como's history and Lugano's scenic beauty on this relaxed day trip.

See Milan’s iconic Duomo from an alternative perspective on this 1-hour rooftop tour. After admiring Duomo’s splintering spires and fantastical Gothic façade, take an elevator to the cathedral’s roof terrace. Absorb panoramic vistas of Milan and gaze down at more than 3,400 statues of gargoyles and saints. Opt to climb the 50 steps to the Duomo’s highest level for the ultimate view of Milan’s skyline.

From pasta to pastries to good coffee, the metropolitan city of Milan is chock full of delicious food. This small-group gourmet food tour covers some of the best treats that Lombardy has to offer over the course of a few hours. Visit restaurants and eateries throughout the city center to sample treats like risotto, cold cuts, and cheeses.

See Leonardo da Vinci’s The Last Supper and La Scala opera house with a local guide on this half-day tour in Milan, and learn the history behind each of the sights. With a pre-booked ticket, you'll avoid the main entrance lines to see the ‘The Last Supper’ — a painting that attracts scores of visitors. In addition to spending some time with the masterpiece, you'll also explore La Scala Theater, the glamorous shopping arcade of Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, and the Milan Duomo.

Right in the center of Milan lies the Sforza Castle, built in the 15th century. Take a tour of the Medieval structure with a guide and learn about its rich history. The castle is now a museum and houses several masterpieces including Michelangelo’s Pieta Rondanini sculpture. See this and other great pieces as you stroll through the castle's interior and courtyard.

While Milan reigns supreme as Italy's fashion capital, its vibrant culinary heart beats in its streets. Join this private tour to uncover the city's best-kept street food secrets, a delicious mix of Milanese specialties. With your local guide, wander through Milan's most fashionable district, cherished by locals, and indulge in a gourmet street food experience. Savor authentic risotto from a family-run restaurant, a curated selection of Italian delicacies such as fine ham and cheese, visit a flavorful 1930’s patisserie, and a final, exceptional artisanal gelato—all paired with a glass of local wine. Vegetarian options are always available to ensure everyone enjoys this culinary adventure.

The magnificent Duomo is one of Milan’s most visited attractions, but most tours only include a brief visit. This great-value Milan Super Saver explores the iconic cathedral from all angles, with skip-the-line entrance, a 1-hour tour of the interiors and a 1-hour rooftop tour with spectacular views over the city.

Discover the charm of Lake Como without the crowds with a small-group tour from Milan. In the company of an expert guide, visit the villages of Bellagio and Varenna, explore hidden gems, and soak up the scenery on a lake cruise. Travel by train for a faster, hassle-free journey, giving you more time to explore the beauty of the lake and its stunning surroundings.

Venture away from Milan to the romantic cities of Sirmione and Verona on a private full-day tour. Discover the “Pearl of Lake Garda” with a guided visit to Sirmione’s historic center and optional boat tour around the castle. Then explore Verona, the setting of Romeo and Juliet, to see the famous balcony and other key landmarks. Hotel pickup is included for convenience.

For a Lake Como day trip from Milan, look no further. A great way to discover the timeless beauty of the Italian lakes, this experience includes a walking tour of the chic lake town of Como plus a Lake Como cruise to see snow-peaked mountains and luxury lakeside villas from the water. Dock in the village of Bellagio for free time to eat and explore.

Visit a villa winery in Domaso on Lake Como, and experience an authentic Italian family-run wine estate that’s been nurtured through the generations. Ideal if you’re looking for a Lake Como experience with a difference, the visit includes a tour of the wine cellar followed by an extravagant tasting session. You’ll savor local specialities that have been carefully chosen to complement the wine as you learn about viticulture in the northern Italian region.

Explore Milan from a unique angle on a Navigli Canal cruise. Learn about landmarks with an audio guide. Start at Alzaia Naviglio Grande 4. Pass "case di Ringhiera" and San Cristoforo church. Discover where Marscarpone cheese originated. See Canottieri Milano Olona and Vicolo dei Lavandai. Reach Darsena for bars and clubs. Cross Scodellino bridge to Trophy bridge and Conchetta by Leonardo da Vinci. Experience 14 navigation basins connecting Milan and Pavia, operational for five centuries.

Get your bearings and see Milan's top sights in just a few hours with this intimate guided walking tour. Choose a private tour or join a small group of just six people to admire the city's A-list attractions, including Leonardo da Vinci's 'Last Supper'. Stroll through the bustling downtown to take in historic churches, the financial district, and stop at a coffee house for an espresso before ending at the Duomo.

Many Milan tours focus on headline photo points such as the duomo, but if you’re more interested in Milan’s artistic treasures, this is a better way to discover them. After a stroll around Brera, the bohemian hangout of artisans and designers, visit the Pinacoteca di Brera for a guided tour of its vast collection of European art. Head straight to the highlights, and hear stories behind Renaissance masterpieces of Caravaggio, Raphael, and more.

Visit two countries and two famous lakes in one day with this day trip from Como. Ride a ferry across Lake Como to see the elegant towns from the water. Traveling with a Tour Leader, you’ll first visit Lugano in Switzerland to sample Swiss chocolate and admire Lake Lugano.

Get out of Milan for the day and explore the Italian Riviera, seeing the seaside port town of Genoa and prettied-up Portofino on this action-packed guided tour. Learn about the history of both towns, as you take a guided walking tour of Genoa and then take some free time to discover Portofino on your own.

Cover two of Milan’s most famous cultural treasures in just hours on this guided tour of both the Duomo and La Scala. Save time with skip-the-line access to both sites and take a deep dive into the history and lore of La Scala opera house and museum before strolling through Galleria Vittorio Emanuele to the Duomo. Admire this landmark cathedral's Gothic facade and tour the interior with commentary from your guide. Upgrade to include a 2-day hop-on hop-off bus pass to visit the rest of the city.

The Duomo is a Milan highlight, but the long lines to enter can eat into your sightseeing time. On this express tour, save time with skip-the-line access and a guided tour that covers the interiors in just an hour. Choose a tour time that fits your schedule and take in the church and crypt, with insights to better understand their history and architecture. Opt to add on a 2-day hop-on hop-off bus tour pass to visit Milan's A-list sights with ease.

The panoramic cathedral rooftop is one of the most striking sights in Milan, but lines to enter can be long. Optimize your time on this skip-the-line tour, which includes express elevator access to reach the final 50 steps to the top. Learn about the Duomo’s history and architecture as you take in views across Milan and, on a clear day, well beyond the city. Upgrade for an optional hop-on hop-off 2-day ticket to visit the city's other attractions by open-top buses.

Discover the art of Italian cooking during a private workshop in the heart of Milan. Alongside your private host, learn to make a traditional Italian dish from start to finish. Learn how to make pasta or gnocchi from scratch as well as the famous Italian dessert of tiramisù. Your host also reveals the secrets to making great Italian food so you can recreate dishes back home.

A millennia-old city that’s also a fashion, banking, and automotive hub, Milan truly is what you make it. This small-group guided walking tour pits the vintage charm of Brera, with its galleries, antique stores, and flower-decked balconies, against the dynamism of the modern Moscova quarter. Besides historic architecture such as Brera Palace, see contemporary landmarks such as futuristic Porta Nuova, Eataly food market, and the 10 Corso Como concept store.

Skip the well-trodden tourist track and discover hidden hotspots during this insider’s tour of Milan, which matches you with a vetted Milanese local. Embark on a special itinerary, tailor-made to your unique preferences and interests, and enjoy an intimate and personalized travel experience. Your guide will show you lesser-known attractions, left off the internet guides and travel guidebooks, and introduce you to the Milan only known to locals.

Lake Como's waterfront villages and mountain scenery make it a popular escape from Milan, and this full-day trip ticks off Bellagio and Lugano too. Start with a walking tour of Como's old town, taking in the Duomo, the Broletto, and San Fedele church, before jumping on a boat cruise to Bellagio. Your final stop is in Lugano where you can take in the palm-lined lakefront and views of Monte San Salvatore.