Lake Como & UNESCO Dry-stone Walls Vineyards
Milan, Italy
Escape the city to explore the idyllic landscapes of Lake Como and the nearby area on this full-day small-group guided tour from Milan. Enjoy round-trip transport by train to Varenna, short walk on this charming village, then we drive along the panoramic lake shore to admire spectacular views and reach the surrounding region, stop for lunch at a local restaurant (on your own expense) and afterward we head toward the typical UNESCO terraced vineyards made of just dry-stone walls! We also stop for a visit at a local producer ”.
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Itinerary
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Stop At: Lake Como, Lake Como, Lombardy
Visit of the charming little town of Varenna on the lake and drive along the panoramic road right next to the lake!
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Lake Como, Lake Como, Lombardy
Driving on the panoramic lakeshore!
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Lake Como, Lake Como, Lombardy
Stop in a cute town for a local shop with chees and wine cellars!
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Morbegno, Morbegno, Province of Sondrio, Lombardy
Typical restaurant for lunch!
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Valtelline Valley, Valtelline Valley, Province of Sondrio, Lombardy
We can see the dry-stone walls built long time ago as terraces for vines. UNESCO listed them as one of the world heritage sites, recognizing the art of it and the way in which they are built with stones piled onto others without using any other material except dry earth. Visit of the vineyards, cellar with barrels and possible wine tasting!
Duration: 1 hour
Inclusions
- Transport
- English speaking tour guide
Exclusions
- Lunch at a local restaurant (€30/40 per person)
- Gratuities (optional)
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Minimum age is 12 years
- Not recommended for travellers with heart problems or other serious medical conditions. It is a 12 hours long day involving some uphill walk and stairs.
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
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