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Depart from Milan by bus towards Lake Como. Upon reaching Bellano, board a boat to admire the historic coastal villas as you travel to Bellagio, the "Pearl of the Lake." Enjoy two hours of free time to wander through picturesque alleys and artisan boutiques, perfect for a scenic lunch. Afterward, take a boat to Varenna, a charming fishing village famous for its pastel-colored houses and the romantic "Lovers’ Promenade." Spend two hours soaking in the timeless atmosphere of this village before returning to Bellano by boat and continuing by bus to Milan, with an expected arrival in the evening. - Free time to explore Bellagio & Varenna - Travel from Milan in a private air-conditioned vehicle - Enjoy a boat ride to Bellagio - Learn about the history of Lake Como’s beautiful villas

Go behind the scenes at Milan’s celebrated Teatro Alla Scala opera house with a guided tour of La Scala Museum. Your guide shares live commentary about La Scala as you browse a collection of instruments, art, and other memorabilia that illuminate the history of this celebrated opera house. You can also go inside one of the opera boxes and hear about Italian opera notable like Verdi and Toscanini. Optional Hop on Hop off 2 days ticket: Get off and take your time to visit Cenacolo, Basilica of Sant’Ambrogio, Science and Technology Museum, Navigli and more, and get on again on the bus whenever you want. The ticket allow you to start the tour from all our bus stops and don’t forget that you can get on and off whenever you want.

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.

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.

Visit two of Italy’s most romantic historic cities from Milan in a single day with this tour. Set off from Milan by train and arrive in Venice relaxed and ready for your walking tour of the Floating City’s highlights. Enjoy free time to shop and sightsee afterwards, then continue to Verona. Stroll through the hometown of Romeo and Juliet and learn about its history before returning to Milan.

Experience the wines of northern Italy when you take a wine-tasting tour to the Franciacorta wine region from Milan. Join a small group and visit a local vineyard where you learn about the winemaking process on a guided tour before sampling a few wines paired with snacks. You also taking a walking tour of the town of Brescia to see its cultural and historical highlights.

See more of chic Milan without getting footsore with this e-bike tour of the city’s top sights. Join your local guide to pedal past iconic attractions like the Duomo and Galleria Vittorio Emanuele plus cycle through charming neighborhoods and elegant parks to experience a more authentic side of the city. Learn about Milan’s history and architecture, from the ancient Roman San Lorenzo columns to the ultra-modern Piazza Gae Aulenti.

Shop 'til you drop (and save money while doing it) on this day trip to Serravalle Designer Outlet from Milan, with round-trip transfers. Board a comfortable coach in Milan for the 60-mile (100-kilometer) ride to the outlet center. Once there, go wild popping into as many of the 200 shops that your time there will afford. Take advantage of discounts of 70% off name brands such as Dolce & Gabbana, Adidas, Versaci, Timberland, and more. For more benefits, upgrade the tour to the VIP Shopping Pass and get a 10% discount and fast-track coach boarding.

Delve into the brilliant mind of Leonardo da Vinci at this interactive exhibit. Leonardo3 - The World of Leonardo, located at Piazza della Scala, boasts a number of reproductions of Leonardo’s famous machines as well as manuscripts, digital restorations, and reconstructions. Enjoy a number of interactive experiences in a multitude of languages with audio guides.

Get an introduction to the most unique fashion stores of Milan during this walking tour. Visit local outlets, designer boutiques, and artisan stores as you search for unique pieces throughout the city. See how handmade pieces are created and the work it takes to brand them as ‘Made in Italy.’ This private tour is completely customizable to your interests and desires, so you can experience Milanese fashion your own way.

Discover the Swiss—Italian Lake District in just one day, with this well-crafted day trip from Milan. Led by a local guide, the excursion includes a Lake Como cruise on a private boat that sails past celebrity and luxury villas—such as Villa Carlotta and Villa del Balbianello—to Bellagio, known as the "Pearl of Lake Como." Spend free time in Lugano, Switzerland, admiring lakeside views, boutique shopping, and Swiss chocolate, and then relax on the return to Milan.

Travel to the highest point reachable by train in Europe on this full-day tour of the Swiss Alps and Saint Moritz, a luxury alpine resort town in Switzerland’s Engadin Valley. After some free time in Saint Moritz for shopping or pastry tastings (own expense), hop aboard the Bernina Red Train for a cliff-hanging 2.5-hour ride through the Alps—on a route with UNESCO World Heritage status.

When you’re in Milan, don’t miss the chance to visit nearby Lake Como and Lake Lugano. This day trip makes it easy with round-trip transport, and carefully planned stops at the lake towns of Bellagio and Lugano. Ample free time is included in each place, and you get the lowdown on the Italian lakes as you travel with a professional guide.

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.

Ensure that you see 'The Last Supper' by Leonardo da Vinci during your visit to Milan with this private tour at the Basilica of Santa Maria delle Grazie. It can be difficult to get tickets to this popular attraction, but with this tour you can guarantee your admission. The guide then provides detailed commentary about da Vinci’s masterpiece and the church itself, for an in-depth experience of this Italian destination.

Milan’s Duomo Cathedral is an ornate building that took almost 600 years to complete. Learn about the building’s history on a guided tour of the cathedral, rooftops, and baptistry. Discover the mosaics, stained glass windows, statues, and works of art that adorn the church and, at the end of the tour, enjoy unparalleled views of Milan from the rooftop.

Milan may be known as Italy’s capital of contemporary fashion and design, but it’s also rich in history and art. Delve into Milan’s cultural treasures with this private tour that touches on the city’s most important monuments and art in a single day. Begin at Leonardo’s "Last Supper" and end at the world-class Pinacoteca di Brera, with stops at the Duomo, La Scala opera house, and Sforza Castle in between.

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.

Go beyond Milan to discover a world of Swiss-Italian mountains and meadows from the seat of the Bernina Red Train. Known as one of the world’s most scenic train journeys, complete with ice fields and waterfalls, the Bernina Red Train is a bucket list trip, but the logistics can be tricky. This day trip makes it easy, packaging round-trip coach transport from Milan with a Bernina Red Train ticket from Tirano to glitzy St. Moritz. You even get a stop to visit the Sanctuary of the Madonna di Tirano.

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.

See Venice in a day on this convenient tour from Milan. Save money by choosing a group tour with a central meet-up point in Milan, or upgrade to a private tour for direct pickup from your hotel. Get a tour of Venice's important landmarks, such as St. Mark's Square, the Rialto Bridge, and the Bridge of Sighs. Enjoy some free time to explore on your own before heading back.

Get a taste of Venice with this guided full-day trip from Milan. See the main sights in Venice, including St. Mark's Square, the Basilica of St. Mark's, the Grand Canal. Il Fenice opera house, the Rialto Bridge and the Doge's Palace. Learn about the history of each place you visit. Sit in on a fun glass-making workshop by local glassmakers. And then enjoy a 30-minute gondola ride at your own expense, cruising through the narrow canals of this splendid city, before heading back to Milan.

See the best of Milan with a hop-on hop-off bus ticket valid for 24, 48, or 72 hours. Enjoy views from the top level of an open-air double-decker bus, including the Milan Duomo and La Scala opera house. Choose from four routes covering all main attractions, with unlimited hop-on hop-off access. The 72-hour weekend ticket from June to September also includes a Milan night tour.

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.