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Lake Iseo & Franciacorta Winery Tour

4.8(62 reviews)Milan, Italy
8h15DurationEnglishOffered inMobile ticketTicketPickup includedPickupEasyLevel

About this experience

This tour takes you to Lake Iseo and the Franciacorta wine region. You will explore Lake Iseo, visiting picturesque villages and enjoying a boat ride to Monte Isola, the largest lake island in Europe. The experience includes a visit to a winery in Franciacorta, where you can learn about the production of Franciacorta DOCG sparkling wine and participate in a guided tasting of two traditional wines paired with local specialties. The tour is suitable for those interested in scenic landscapes and wine culture. It involves travel by comfortable coach-bus or minibus, and participants will have free time to explore Monte Isola. Notably, the duration and specific group size are not detailed in the provided information.

Itinerary

1

Milan

Meeting of participants at Excelsior Hotel Gallia, Piazza Duca d'Aosta, 9 and departure to Franciacorta countryside.

2

Iseo

Arrival in Iseo, a charming lakeside town in the heart of Franciacorta. Explore its picturesque center, Piazza Garibaldi, and stroll along the scenic lakefront promenade with views of Monte Isola, the largest lake island in Europe

3

Lake Iseo

Take the boat from Iseo and cruise across the enchanting Lake Iseo, admiring its serene beauty and mountain-framed shores, until you reach Monte Isola, the largest lake island in Europe.

4

Monte Isola

Free time in Monte Isolathe largest inhabited lake island in Europe, located in Lake Iseo. It’s a peaceful, car-free island with charming villages, scenic walking paths, and beautiful lake views. A perfect escape for nature, tradition, and relaxation.

5

Sulzano

Take the boat to reach Sulzano where you will meet your minibus.

6

Strada del Vino Franciacorta (Franciacorta wine route)

After traveling through the rolling hills and vineyards of the Franciacorta countryside, stopping at winery to taste authentic sparkling wines and snack on regional specialties.

7

Passirano

Enjoy a stop at a renowned winery to sample authentic sparkling wines

8

Milan

Return to Milan. The arrival in Milan is expected in the evening. N.B. THE PROGRAM HISTORY MAY BE INVERTED

What's included / not included

Private transportation2 Wines tastingAlcoholic beveragesLake Iseo boat rideFree time in Lake IseoAir conditioned vehicleVisit to the winery
LunchGratuities

Additional information

Accessibility and comfort

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Good to know

  • No pets allowed
  • In case of bad weather preventing navigation on Lake Iseo, the visit will be replaced with a free time in Brescia.

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