Valpolicella

Culinary & nightlife

Your adventure begins with departure from Milan, setting the tone for a hassle-free start to your day. Arriving in Verona, immerse yourself in the city's rich history and charm. Visit the famed Juliet's House, explore the impressive Arena di Verona, and meander through historic streets adorned with timeless architecture. Upon arrival in Sirmione, be captivated by the town's unique charm and historical significance. Embark on an exclusive boat tour around the picturesque peninsula, located on the southern shore of Lake Garda. Your private captain will navigate the waters, allowing you to take in the stunning views of the historic town, the impressive Scaliger Castle, and the natural beauty of the surrounding lake. As you glide along the water, you will also see the famous Grottoes of Catullus, ancient Roman ruins that add a touch of historical intrigue to the scenic landscape. After the serene cruise, you will have some free time to explore Sirmione at your own pace. Wander through the charming streets, visit the local shops, or relax at a lakeside café. As the day winds down, embark on a comfortable journey back to Milan, providing ample time to reflect on the unforgettable memories created during this delightful tour.

Start your adventure by meeting your local guide in Verona’s city center, then set off by comfortable van to reach Sirmione, one of the lake’s most charming villages. Upon arrival, enjoy a scenic boat tour around the Sirmione peninsula, where you’ll be treated to breathtaking views of lakeside villas, Sirmione’s medieval castle, and the fascinating Roman ruins of the Grotte di Catullo. After the boat tour, embark on a guided walking tour through the historic streets of Sirmione, uncovering the stories and sights that make this lakeside gem so unique. With free time to follow, you can indulge in some shopping, savor a lakeside lunch, or even take a refreshing swim during summer. For those interested in history, we highly recommend visiting the Grotte di Catullo for an extra dose of ancient charm. In the afternoon, join your guide to hop on a ferry to Lazise, where more free time awaits you to explore this quaint lakeside town at your own pace. Stroll the cobbled streets, enjoy the view, or simply relax by the water before regrouping with your guide for the return journey to Verona.

Meet the guide/driver in the city center, take a seat in a comfortable air-conditioned van, and start to enjoy this relaxed half-day tour in the Valpolicella wine region. During the journey, your guide will tell you about the local wines and the Valpolicella valley. Then, arrive at a beautiful winery, located in the heart of Valpolicella. Here an expert sommelier will show you the wine cellar and explain the secrets of production and show you how the wine is kept. Afterward, sit around the table to taste some chosen wines, including the great Amarone. After taking some beautiful pictures in the gardens and vineyards, get back on board the van and make your way to the second winery for another tasting. After the tasting, you'll head back to Verona.

Your adventure begins with departure from Milan, starting the day with ease. Upon arrival in Verona, immerse yourself in the city’s rich history and charm. Visit the famous Juliet's House, explore the impressive Verona Arena, and stroll through the historic streets adorned with timeless architecture. When you arrive in Sirmione, you'll be captivated by the town's unique charm and historical significance. Join an exclusive boat tour around the picturesque peninsula, located on the southern shore of Lake Garda. Your private captain will navigate the waters, allowing you to admire the stunning views of the historic town, the imposing Scaligero Castle, and the natural beauty of the surrounding lake. As you glide along the water, you'll also catch sight of the famous Grottoes of Catullus, ancient Roman ruins that add a touch of historical intrigue to the landscape. After the peaceful cruise, you’ll have free time to explore Sirmione at your own pace. Stroll through the charming streets, visit local shops, or relax at a lakeside café. At the end of the day, you’ll embark on a comfortable return journey to Milan, with plenty of time to reflect on the unforgettable memories created during this delightful tour.

Explore the park which comprises of over 42 acres of Morenica woodland, with 1200 animals of which 200 are endangered species. Learn how a qualified team of biologists, veterinary surgeons, and naturalists take care of this extraordinary Noah’s Ark which has more than 200 animal species. Discover the Safari Park, which you explore on board your own vehicle that leads you to discover the inhabitants of the savannah. See giraffes, lions, cheetahs and hyenas and many more animals that are found on the African continent. Explore the Fauna Park, which is a relaxing trail covered by an oak wood and is home to animals of all continents. Within the Extinction Park learn more about the evolution and extinction of the dinosaurs. With spectacular reproductions in real dimensions, the exhibition will help you to uncover the fascinating story of earth´s inhabitants before the time of humans. From the conquest of dry land to the arrival of the first enormous mammals, you will learn about the story of all life on earth, going back millions of years.

Be guided through the world of the Italian homemade pasta in a warm enviroment with this cooking class in Lazise. Immerse yourself in local culture as you find out how to traditionally prepare pasta that is used from the North to the South of Italian. Roll up your sleeve as you uncover the tips and tricks to kneading and rolling out the dough. Watch as your instructor shows you the difference between Italian flours. Pick between a course on making gnocchi and tagliatelle or a course on spaghetti and farfalle, or take both courses and become a master. Sit down to a dinner that you helped to make paired with typical wines of the territory such as Bardolino Classico and Bardolino Chairetto. Realize authentic recipes and take home cooking skills that last a lifetime.

Get ready to discover the hills of Lake Garda, where the favorable climate has allowed for many centuries to cultivate vines and to produce wines with an unmistakable taste and flavor, which tell the story of the beauty and history of the place. By visiting the vineyards you will discover which are the varieties used and the processing methods, constantly updated and evolving, in search of innovative practices to guarantee quality and sustainability. Roam the countryside to the bottle, as you walk under the arbor of bunches of grapes, where you can taste a selection of white, red and rosé wines, accompanied by tasty platters of local products, such as soppressa veneta, local salami, cheeses and rustic bread sticks. In the cellar, you can also find artisanal productions such as jams, honey, extra virgin olive oil and grappa.

After a warm welcome, we will take you to discover our vineyards where we obtain Turbiana grapes using sustainable methods to produce the best Lugana possible, explain our work philosophy based on respect for the territory and attention to biodiversity. From the vineyard to the cellar, we will share the winemaking methods and the times and ways to first obtain musts, and then the wines, which reflect the typicality and uniqueness of our clays and the vines we grow. We will then go to the tasting area, where you can taste two Lugana wines, one of which is from a previous vintage, and a red cabernet, accompanied by salami and Brescian cheeses with homemade jam, vegetables in oil, bruschetta with Garda oil

Discover a unique wine estate near the Unesco-listed city of Verona and Lake Garda. Visit the Gaetano Bertani Family Estate at the heart of the Valpolicella Classica wine region. Our guides will take you on a experience of history, architecture and winemaking tradition through the frescoed room of the Villa, the Romantic Park of the poets, the vineyards of the brolo, the historic fruttaio for the drying of the Amarone Della Valpolicella grapes and the ancient monumental cellar. At the end of the visit you can taste the wines produced by the Gaetano Bertani family. The programme includes a guided tasting of minimum four wines with an illustrated explanation of the terroirs of origin, the grape varieties used, the winemaking techniques and organoleptic characteristics. Wines are served only to adults.

Immerse yourself in the local culture and lifestyle with an insightful trip to the traditional Bergamini Vini winery. Discover what the winemaking process entails, explore the facilities, and taste some delicious local Garda products, such as wine, cheese, and cold meats.  After a short introduction and presentation of the company, enjoy a guided visit to the vineyards and learn about the traditional methods used, which guarantee the excellent quality of Bergamini wines. Up next is a delicious tasting of the most famous Garda wines: Bardolino, Chiaretto, and Custoza. Upon your return to the cellar, a whole new journey awaits you. View the winemaking, fermentation, and aging process, then taste at least 6 to 8 wines, selected from the best of the production. Pair your wine with cold cuts, local cheeses, bread, and the famous Garda olive oil.