From Milan: Full-Day Discovering Garda Lake - Private tour

Greco, Milan



Discover the beauties of this Garda Lake with a private guide at your disposal from Milan. Visit Italy’s largest lake with its picturesque landscapes rich of historical heritage.

Overview

This full-day guided tour from Milan explores Desenzano Del Garda and Sirmione, perfect for travelers interested in history, nature, and local cuisine.

Highlights

  • Visit Sirmione peninsula, located in the middle of Lake Garda
  • Enjoy a boat tour on Lake Garda
  • Taste authentic Italian gelato

Description

Your guide will meet you at Milan Central Station and travel by train for one hour to Desenzano Del Garda, a historic lakeside town known for its cultural and archaeological significance. After a city tour, you will board a boat to Sirmione peninsula, offering natural scenery and gastronomic experiences.

In Sirmione, you will have free time for lunch and can sample traditional Italian gelato. Afterwards, return by boat to Desenzano for shopping and additional free time. When ready, your guide will accompany you to the train station for your return trip to Milan.

Includes

  • Round-trip train tickets between Milan and Desenzano
  • Full-day tour escort
  • Round-trip ferry tickets between Desenzano and Sirmione
  • Gelato tasting

Excludes

  • Lunch
  • Personal extras

Important Information

  • Informative, friendly, and professional guide

Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the tour.

Booking Tips

Wear comfortable shoes for walking and bring weather-appropriate clothing. Midday departures are best for enjoying the lake and gelato tasting in pleasant conditions.

Frequently Asked Questions

The tour includes a train ride from Milan to Desenzano del Garda, visits to Desenzano and the Sirmione peninsula, a boat tour on Lake Garda, and an opportunity to taste Italian gelato.
The tour begins at Milan Central Station where your guide will meet you.
The train journey from Milan to Desenzano del Garda takes approximately one hour.
Yes, the tour includes tasting authentic Italian gelato in the Sirmione peninsula.
Yes, the tour includes a boat ride from Desenzano del Garda to the Sirmione peninsula on Lake Garda.
Yes, the tour combines visits to historic sites in Desenzano and natural scenery around Lake Garda.
Check the official tour website or booking platform for the most current hours and availability.
Yes, it is a private tour designed to accommodate custom group sizes and preferences.
You will explore Desenzano’s lakeside town center and archaeological sites during the tour.
The tour lasts a full day, starting in the morning and returning to Milan by evening.

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