All Lake Garda Tours & Excursions in 2026

Make the most of a day in one of the world's most romantic cities with this full-day trip to Venice from Lake Garda. See Venice's most famous attractions, including St Mark's Basilica, the Bridge of Sighs and the Rialto Bridge. Float through the canals in a private boat, and enjoy free time to explore on your own in the afternoon.

If you're short on time but want to see some highlights of Lake Garda, book this 25-minute cruise and glide around the scenic Sirmione peninsula. Just choose from a morning or evening option when you book online, then set off from Sirmione. The short cruise takes you on a route past luxury villas, the Aquaria Thermal SPA, and Roman ruins at the Grotte di Catullo.

Day trip to discover the Italian wine tradition and history in Valpolicella with guide! Visit a wine cellar with tasting of red wines as Amarone and Recioto. Visit San Floriano church and Lunch in local "agriturismo" only with Valpolicella's products.

Discover the best of the Italian Alps on this full-day Dolomites tour from Lake Garda. Hop into your air-conditioned coach from different pickup points around Lake Garda, then spin into the pretty Dolomites with a guide. Visit the traditional mountain town of Cavalese and take the Pordoi pass for fine views over the Catinaccio, Marmolada, and Sella peaks. Enjoy free time in the Alpine town of Ortisei and soak up the atmosphere among the peaks and valleys.

Admire the lush coastline, villas, and castles of Lake Garda from the water without the expense of a private boat tour with this group cruise. Set off from Garda or Bardolino and sail towards Sirmione, taking in the views along the way. Dock in Sirmione for a few hours of free time to explore the historic center at your own pace before the return cruise.

An activity with a magnificent view of Lake Garda, not technically difficult but there is enough to walk

Experience the picturesque beauty of Sirmione on both lake and land. First set sail, spotting historic landmarks, ancient ruins, and a bubbling sulphur spring from the water. Then follow your guide through the castle drawbridge, venturing into the village’s charming streets. Highlights of the walking tour include Maria Callas Villa and Grotte di Catullo, the impressive ruins of a Roman villa complex.

Learn the foundations of homemade Italian cooking during this hands-on class in Lake Garda. Prepare fresh pasta and tiramisu from scratch while discovering traditional techniques, from rolling dough to pairing pasta with the right sauce. After cooking, enjoy the dishes you’ve prepared alongside local wines including Bardolino Classico and Chiaretto. This experience offers practical skills and recipes you can recreate at home long after your time in Italy.

Admire Sirmione’s top attractions during the golden sunset hour with this unique boat tour. Cruise past the imposing Scaligero Castle, Grotte di Catullo Roman ruins, and Maria Callas’ elegant villa. Watch as bubbles rise to the surface at the Boiola sulfur springs and get a glimpse of the SPA & Thermal Garden. Finally, raise a glass of Prosecco as you glide beneath the castle drawbridge and back into the harbor.

The Italian Dolomites is a staggering mountain range that changes its hues with the shifting seasons. Weaving through the Fiemme and Fassa Valleys and up to the Pordoi pass, the iconic scenery is a 'must' for nature lovers and photographers alike. Your adventure begins as you travel by coach into the heart of the Dolomites. The exact itinerary varies depending on your point of departure, but all routes include a scenic drive through the Fiemme Valley and Fassa Valley with photo stops, as well as the spectacular 27 hairpin bend road to the Pordoi Pass reaching an altitude of 2240m. Here, you can indulge in a leisurely lunch break while drinking in the surrounding natural beauty. Then, seize the opportunity to take an optional cable car ride (payable locally) up to a dizzy height of 2950m, offering unparalleled views. The tour also includes a stop in one of the charming South Tirolean Villages, where you can find out more about the traditions and language of the Ladino people.

Spend a day in Verona on a trip from Lake Garda, and discover the charms of a city with Roman ruins, links to Shakespeare, and an Old Town with an abundance of elegant shops. On a tour, see and learn about Verona’s showpiece sights include Juliet’s House, the Pietra Bridge, and the shopping street of Via Mazzini. Round-trip transport from Lake Garda region hotels is included.

Discover Lake Garda on an Unforgettable Boat Tour! Departing from Lazise, this scenic journey takes you to the charming villages of Bardolino, Garda, and the historic Punta San Vigilio, before stopping in Torri del Benaco. Cross the lake to explore the stunning Isola del Garda, the serene Isola dei Conigli (Rabbit Island), and the panoramic Rocca di Manerba. Finally, visit the magical Sirmione, where you’ll have one hour of free time to explore, shop, or take a refreshing swim. Relax with a glass of Prosecco onboard, admiring Lake Garda’s breathtaking landscapes for a truly unforgettable experience. Book now and enjoy a day of beauty, history, and relaxation!

Visit a historic family-run winery in Sirmione on the southern shores of Lake Garda and learn more about the production of Lugana DOC wines. Founded in 1960, the winery combines traditional methods with modern techniques, offering insight into the local wine culture and the region’s winemaking heritage. During this private experience, taste wines produced on-sight while hearing directly from the people behind the winery about the passion and work involved in every bottle.

Have you always been curious to know how the cheese that is most used in your kitchen is produced? Let's discover Parmigiano Reggiano production secrets in a caseificio in Modena. And more: different let's taste many kinds of Parmigiano. Cotechino or Tortelloni and others tyopical dishes from Emilia will be on your plates during a lunch in a local trattoria. The Ferrari Museum in Maranello offers visitors exclusive shuttle bus tours to the Fiorano track and along the Viale Enzo Ferrari boulevard in the factory complex. A museum guide will also discuss the various characteristics of the Ferrari track where the Prancing Horse has carried out all its competition and road car tests since 1972. Last stage of the tour. The Luciano Pavarotti Home Museum is the home that Maestro Pavarotti built in the Modena countryside, in a large estate, where he lived the last years of his life. It opened to the public in 2015 to firmly ground Maestro’s memory to his beloved homeland.

Explore at your own pace with this private self-guided Vespa tour to discover Lake Garda from Salò. Trust the expertise of the carefully curated app to explore the most scenic and efficient route around the lake. Utilize the convenient app to help with navigation and skip the traffic and parking problems. Explore both shores of Lake Garda hassle-free. Note: scooter or motorbike riding experience is required.

South Tyrol is the most un-Italian part of Italy, stands out for its Alpine location, languages, architecture, and culture. This excursion mixes the best of both worlds with time in the regional capital, Bolzano, and scenery-rich train ride through the Renon plateau. Bolzano, or Bozen in German, is known for its Archaeological Museum, which houses Ötzi the Iceman, a 5,300-year-old mummified Copper Age shepherd. You can explore the museum or enjoy the city’s charming streets, piazzas, and local specialties like apple strudel. The trip continues with a cable car ride from Bolzano to the Renon plateau, followed by a narrow-gauge train journey through picturesque landscapes. A short walk leads to the plateau's unique earth pyramids, towering pillars shaped by nature, which can reach heights of 30 meters.

Spend a day soaking up the scenery surrounding one of Italy's most popular lakes. Passing olive groves, cypresses and grand villas, stopping off at pastel-hued towns and enjoying a short boat trip along the way. The northern shores of Lake Garda offer dramatic mountains rising behind pretty lakeside villages such as Limone and Malcesine. Your first stop will be Sirmione, often hailed as the lake's most beautiful village. Here, you'll have an hour to soak up its charm before the journey to Limone. Spread around a bay with an exceptionally mild climate, it's undoubtedly one of the most scenic spots along the lake. The town is a gem, full of character and pretty views. Next, we’ll take a scenic boat trip from Limone to Malcesine, our last stop, an impressive medieval village crowned by a castle. You'll have an hour or so here to explore the maze of narrow streets and absorb its history.

Take to the water on a private boat tour on Lake Garda from Sirmione to Isola del Garda. Admire views of the coastline as you sail past Scaligero Castle, the ancient Roman grottoes, and stunning villas. Enjoy a glass of prosecco before continuing the boat trip to Isola del Garda and San Biagio Island.

Lake Garda is known for its mild microclimate, perfect for producing top-notch wine, olive oil, and other gourmet goodies. Delve into the local cuisine with this wine and food experience in the vineyards surrounding the lakeside town of Lazise. Taste local Garganega, Chiaretta, and other still and sparkling wines paired with specialty cold cuts and cheeses, extra-virgin olive oil, and fresh bread.

Immortalised in Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet, Verona holds a special place in lovers' hearts. You'll get to fall in love with the city on this day trip from Lake Garda, seeing all its main sights as you wander around the history-steeped streets of its old town. Your guide will show you around, pointing out highlights such as the Roman Porta Borsari and the Roman arena – used every summer for an opera festival – and Juliet's Balcony. There are also some truly historic bridges over the River Adige as well as a world-class collection of medieval churches and basilicas. You'll also see the exterior of the Scaliger Tombs – five Gothic mausoleums for the Scaliger family, nobles who once ruled over Verona. And you'll discover the monumental Piazza dei Signori, location of the Romanesque Church of Santa Maria Antica, and the Piazza delle Erbe. There'll also be free time for lunch and shopping.

Experience a local biodynamic farm and taste its natural wines on this excursion in Lazise. As you overlook the property’s vineyard, sample natural wines, which are produced without any invasive intervention or chemical correction, and with few sulfites. The tasting is accompanied with cold cuts and cheeses served in the Veronese tradition.

Depart from Riva del Garda, pick up your e-bike and follow the Virtual Guide along a scenic route through the lake, villages and Sarca Valley The tour is about 28 km long, with 200 m of positive elevation gain: medium-easy level, without technical sections or demanding climbs. You ride mainly on bike paths, secondary roads and paved sections, with short sections open to traffic From the lake you can reach Varone, famous for its waterfall, which can be visited optionally. The route then continues towards Arco, dominated by the castle and animated by alleys, squares and cafes, ideal for a short break The most relaxing part follows the Sarca cycle path, between river, bridges, green areas and mountain views. An accessible and varied experience, perfect to discover Riva del Garda, Varone, Arco and one of the most authentic landscapes of Alto Garda in a few hours

Step aboard a speedboat to cruise past the lakeside castles of Lake Garda, and stop for a wine tasting at Bardolino. This shared-group boat ride covers a route past sights such as Castello Scaligero of Sirmione and the Roman ruins at Grotte di Catullo, with photo opportunities aplenty. A stop for a swim is also possible, depending on the weather.