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Romantic Lake District of Como
Tour the romantic lake district just outside Milan during your Lake Como day trip. Fresh air & relaxation are on the agenda between visits to area villas.
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- Spend a day in the idyllic setting of Lake Como
- Stroll through the picturesque village of Bellagio, considered to be the “Pearl of the Lake”
- Visit Villa Serbelloni and the botanical gardens of Villa Melzi
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Lake Como Day Trip from Milan
After breakfast at your hotel in Milan, enjoy a leisure drive to Lake Como. Italy’s romantic Lake District lies just north of Milan in the shadow of the Alps. The peaceful Lake District offers the allure of Italy beyond the hustle and bustle, far away from the chaotic Italian tourist experience. Dotted with pretty villages, tiny ports and aristocratic villas in lush gardens, Lake Como has an endearing Old World elegance. During this Lake Como day trip you can throw your itinerary to the wind and enjoy an afternoon of complete relaxation! Breathe in the fresh air and commune with nature in this gorgeous alpine setting. Enjoy a picnic lunch in a setting worthy of a Renoir painting, or visit one of the local restaurants serving authentic homemade cuisine. In the summer, dock at the enchanting village of Bellagio for free time to dine and shop. Bellaggio, is considered the pearl of the lake, with Villa Serbelloni and the botanical gardens of Villa Melzi. In the winter, take the funicular up to the town of Brunate for a sweeping panorama of the city and the lake below.
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