Bergamo Tours

Visiting Bergamo, its hills and historic villages on two wheels is exciting. Carefully planned routes to best enjoy the ride in the highlights of the city in total relaxation and safety. An eco-sustainable, dynamic, open-air, exciting tour. Access all areas of the city, including those with limited traffic, no waiting for public transport or endless queues to park for a fee. This tour is suitable for everyone (minimum age 16).

Active tours, guided by geologists, archaeologists and natural Scientists, to discover nature, landscapes, history and traditions of Italy, off the typical tourist routes. We combine active experiences such as Hiking, Mountain Biking, Canoeing and cultural Experiences connected with typical Food, Wine and History. During the tour the Guide offers you a small snack to taste the tyipical local products. Presolana Peak is a white, calcareous mountain raising up among the Orobie Alps. Even if it is not the highest of the peaks, with its 2521 m above sea level it has always been considered a mecca for the alpinism. Escursions at the feet of this breathtaking mountain are a must if you are here! Trekkings of various levels of difficulties (to be chosen with the guide), great scenarios, traditional food

Nice view of lake Como and surrounding plus the several little villages around the water or clinged on the side of the Italian Alps. Learn a bit about local history, geography, food and wine. Your lunch possibly in a typical restaurant and the interesting visit to a winery!

Discover the best of Verona and Sirmione on a day trip from Bergamo. Take a walking tour of Verona, Shakespeare’s setting for his play 'Romeo and Juliet,' seeing the balcony associated with Juliet, and massive Roman Arena. Enjoy free time to stroll, shop, or have lunch (own expense), and continue to Sirmione, overlooking Lake Garda. Explore this medieval town independently, perhaps visiting its castle and Roman villa, before returning to Bergamo.

Bellagio is a little village on Lake Como: Bellagio is famous allover the world, a picturesque town that is visited every year by a multitude of tourists coming from everywhere. In Bellagio you can admire the fantastic panorama of Lake Como and also walk through the splendid gardens of Villa Melzi. The guided tour will be walking across the town center and then we will see the gardens of villa Melzi, later by a ten minutes trip to cross the Lake by public ferry boat we will go to the town of Varenna visiting first the splendid Villa Monastero and later the medieval church of St. George and the town center of Varenna. This is a private guided tour for your group only or only for you if you are a single tourist. Please take note that the entrance tickets to all villas and all ferry boat transfers are not included in the price of the guided tour and must be paid at local cash desks.

"Our Guides go fishing every week on the waters we offer. Our Guides know the seasons and every little change in the rivers. Seasonal water levels make fishing difficult to interpret, and this is where the Guide's work is essential. . The result of the fishing day in terms of satisfaction, experience and cultural growth depends on the Guide that accompanies you. It often happens that the profound knowledge of the Guide puts the customer in position to succeed even in the most difficult season. Our guides offer our customers the service that they themselves would expect during a fishing trip. "Gianluca Bonomi - Alps Store & Fishing Services Owner

Wonderful Hikingtour on Lake Como visiting the ORRIDO, a breathtaking natural gorge: we will cross the gorge walking on suspended walkways fixed to the rock wall, above the impetuous flowing of the Pioverna . Among dense forests , gardens,pictoresque old rural villages, we will reach the CASTLE OF VEZIO, a medieval Castle in a unique wonderful scenery in the central part of lake Como, in front of Bellagio, Tremezzo and Menaggio. Our Tour ends in VARENNA, typical village with its colorful houses and the walkway of lovers.

Enjoy a personalized experience of the Franciacorta region with this private tour from Milan. Travel in a private vehicle with a personal driver who will be at your disposal for the entire tour as you discover the beautiful Lake Iseo, visit one of the region's best Franciacorta wineries, and explore the town of Bergamo.

Take a nature walk along the banks of Lake Como during this small-group from Varenna. Learn about the local wildlife that inhabit the area including various bird species and walk along the ‘Greenway of the Patriarchs.’ Pass an English cemetery and learn about the natural phenomenon of the ‘fiumelatte’ before concluding the tour with visit the grand Villa Monastero.

We will go to the famous Franciacorta winery zone to taste local wine and and we will have a guided tour inside a local italian famous cellar and winery with a master sommelier. After visiting the winery we will reach Lake Iseo: a splendid place you will see Iseo ancient town on Lake Iseo and then we will get a public boat to reach the island of Monte Isola (Mountain Island) for an interesting guided tour of one hour on foot along the lakeside: you will see the cost from this island located in the middle of the lake. This is a private guided tour for your group only or only you if you are a single tourist.

Experience the fantastic flavors and scenery of northern Italy’s Valtellina region with this private day trip from Milan. Ride the private car north to the Italian Alps, where you’ll meet your guide on the shores of beautiful Lake Como for a walking tour of Varenna, a charming fishing village. Then travel in a private vehicle to Valtellina to explore its historic villages where you will have the opportunity to stop for an optional lunch in a typical restaurant. In addition, you may choose to partake in an optional wine tasting before returning back to Lake Como.

Get effortlessly to the top of the mountain thanks to our pedal assisted bicycles and enjoy a breathtaking view of the Camonica Valley

A great opportunity to visit the most interesting attractions of VARENNA with a local guide: CASTLE of VEZIO,a medieval castle with a breathtaking scenery of the central part of the lake, FIUMELATTE, the shortest river in Italy which was explored by Leonardo Da Vinci, VILLA MONASTERO, a beautiful villa with a botanic garden of thousands of species, VARENNA, a charming fishing medieval village, its colourful small streets and the "Walk of Lovers".

The "Very Best of Lake Como" in one day! different departures from MILAN - VARENNA - MENAGGIO Small groups for a unique and authentic experience. Different from the other tours because you will be able to see the lake and its splendid villas from a small exclusive boat used only for our group. Most of the proposals on the lake generally offer transits by regulars ferries that do not allow a good view of the beauties around and are also crowded during the high season. If you depart from Milan your guide will travel with you by train. Stop in Varenna for the guided visit of this cute little town. You will then jump on a charming Venetian-style boat for "the perfect boat tour": Villa Carlotta, Villa Balbianello, Villa La Cassinella, Isola Comacina ... And what about a glass of Prosecco on board ?! Weeeeee! 1-hour tour and then you get to Bellagio, "The Pearl of Lake Como". Ready to discover its secrets ?! Free time and guided visit. Return to the starting point by regular ferry.

In Bellano we will be welcomed by a local art expert on the eastern bank of Lake Como. We will walk through the side streets of the village visiting its squares and its ancient churches. It is here that we will learn about the legends related to the Bellano “Orrido” waterfall while we listen to the roar of the waters thundering in the rocky gorge of the creek. We will be surrounded by stunning lakes and mountains in an adventure full of art, history, curiosities and famous characters from Lario (Lake Como).

Capture the spirit of Lake Como on a walking tour of Bellagio and Varenna, two of the mid-lake region's most enchanting towns. Stop at a historic olive oil mill to taste one of the region's local specialties, accompanied by cured meats and wine. A Lake Como boat cruise takes you to visit Villa Melzi's lush gardens and the opulent Villa del Balbianello, including a traditional lunch at a lakefront restaurant.

There is no better way to experience Varenna’s culinary culture than dining in a local home. With this experience, connect with a “Cesarina” home cook and learn about the city’s culture and cuisine with a private cooking demonstration highlighting beloved family recipes. Afterwards, socialize with your host over lunch or dinner featuring a starter, pasta dish, main course, and dessert—all served with regional red and white wines and authentic Italian espresso.

Discover the authentic tastes of Italy on this hands-on cooking class, with numbers capped at just 10 travelers for a more intimate experience. Experience the wealth of flavors in artisan olive oil, sample local produce, then prepare a feast of gnocchi, pasta, or Italian meatloaf. Finally, savor a 3-course lunch or dinner, including the dish you’ve prepared, washed down with a glass of Italian wine.

Come join us on this amazing and unforgettable experience, getting on board the Bernina Red Train: this is not a simple train, but a real arena overlooking the fascinating spectacle of the nature. A breath-taking astonishing thrilling journey along steep slopes will take you to the highest spot a train can reach in all Europe: 7392 feet above sea level! From Tirano to St.Moritz, you will run along villages, rivers, lakes and glaciers. Once arrive to St.Moritz you will have the opportunity to relax, walking on the lakeside or visiting the historic centre of this renowned village. Our driver will take you to the beautiful Silvaplana Lake where, on windy days, you can admire spectacular kitesurfing acrobatics. During the return journey by car, you will cross the mountain pass of Maloja, a panoramic road a panoramic road immersed in the woods between the Alps. At the end of your tour you will stop in Piuro, to admire the Acquafraggia Waterfalls, with the possibility to swim.

Bergamo is really a beautiful town not far away from Milan: by funicular we will go up to the medieval town of Bergamo through a picturesque valley. We will walk to the ancient town center and see the following: 1) The cathedral of Bergamo for its from 13th to16th. century architecture, you will see important paintings of Lorenzo Lotto and other famous Italian 16th century paintings and some tapestries as an excellent example of "Barocco" style church. 2) Then we will step inside the chapel of Captain Colleoni, a 16th century amazing mausoleum and chapel wanted by captain Colleoni to celebrate his power. 3) We will proceed to the ancient city tower for a panoramic view around the valleys of Bergamo. 4) We will walk to the City castle, a 15th century fortress looking at the panorama around. 5) We will see inside another important church some frescoes from the 13th century. This is a private guided tour for your group only or only for you if you are a single tourist.

Get an inside look into Bergamo’s historic cuisine with this gastro-tour led by a foodie guide. Explore the old town of Bergamo Alta on foot, stopping to sample rustic specialties and rich traditional dishes in a number of restaurants along the way. Learn about the evolution of the local cuisine from the Lombards to today, and end your tour with a scoop of stracciatella gelato, created in Bergamo.

Leave the tricky logistics to the experts and enjoy a stress-free day on Lake Como with this private tour. Save hours with hotel pickup and transportation to Bellagio to explore at your own pace. Afterwards, set sail for a boat tour of the lake to admire the villas along the shore, docking in the fishing village of Varenna for a stroll. End at the Castle of Vezio for an aperitivo with a view.

A beautiful place to visit, if you are staying in Milan, is Bergamo. It is easily reachable by a 50 minute train and can be visited in one day. When you arrive in Bergamo, you will meet your guide at the Funicolare, the cable railway station. Your tour will focus on the Upper town, which is where the medieval city centre is. Once arrived you will visit Piazza Vecchia, the main square of Bergamo and the Campanone, the bell tower, which is also a panoramic point of the city. Next you will go visit the church of Santa Maria Maggiore, of Romanesque era, and decorated with the extravagance of the Baroque style. Other main attractions of your tour in Bergamo are the Antico Lavatoio and the Cittadella Viscontea. And best for last, Gelato! You will stop at the ancient “Gelateria”, where the favourite flavour of Italians was invented, Stracciatella, milk-based ice cream with chocolate shavings.

Explore the beautiful Franciacorta wine region on this full-day wine and shopping tour from Bergamo. Visit an award-winning winery to sample local wines, like Bollicine and Satin. Eat a light lunch and chat with vineyard owners and winemakers. Finish the day by shopping for designer deals at the Franciacorta outlet.