Milan: Franciacorta Winery and Bergamo Day Trip with Lunch
Franciacorta, Milan
Take a break from the hustle and bustle of Milan on this day trip to the stunningly-preserved town of Bergamo, a UNESCO world heritage site. Try some of the region’s most prestigious sparkling wines.
Franciacorta Wine Route Day Trip from Milan
This day trip from Milan offers a guided winery tour, a three-course lunch, and free time exploring Bergamo’s medieval city walls.
Highlights
- Discover the origins of Franciacorta wine along the scenic wine route
- Photograph panoramic views of Lake Iseo and surrounding vineyards
- Explore Bergamo’s medieval city and its UNESCO-listed Venetian walls
- Enjoy a three-course meal with a glass of local wine in a traditional restaurant
Description
Begin your day in Milan, where you will meet your driver and board an air-conditioned minivan with onboard Wi-Fi. Relax as you travel through the Italian countryside to Bergamo, one of Italy’s best-preserved medieval cities.
Enjoy two hours of free time to explore Bergamo’s cobblestone streets and Venetian walls, a UNESCO World Heritage site, at your own pace.
Afterwards, head to a traditional restaurant near Lake Iseo for a three-course lunch accompanied by a glass of local wine.
Next, visit a historic winery in the Franciacorta region for a guided tour and tasting led by a sommelier. Learn about the history and production process of Franciacorta’s sparkling wines, see the cellar where bottles undergo their second fermentation, and taste two varieties of Franciacorta sparkling wine.
Drive through hillside vineyards and stop at scenic viewpoints around Lake Iseo to learn why Franciacorta is renowned for producing Italy’s finest sparkling wines.
Includes
- Winery tour and tasting of two Franciacorta wines
- Three-course lunch in a traditional restaurant
- One glass of wine included with lunch
- Roundtrip transportation by luxury minivan
- Two hours of free time in Bergamo
- Wi-Fi on board the minivan
- English-speaking driver
Excludes
- Personal expenses
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
For the best experience, bring comfortable walking shoes for Bergamo and a camera for panoramic views. Morning departures are recommended for a full day of activities.
