Top Milan Outdoor Activities

See Milan from another perspective with this exciting guided bicycle tour of Italy's fashion capital. Opt to take the tour in the morning, afternoon or evening and then hop on a mountain bike to tour the city. With your guide leading the way, pedal past some of the city's main attractions, such as the Duomo and the Sforza Castle, as well as off-the-beaten path landmarks. Numbers are limited to ten on this small-group Milan bike tour, ensuring you’ll see the sights with personalized attention from your guide.

Board the Bernina Express, the historic red Swiss mountain train, for a ride along one of the most beautiful railway routes in the world. After a coach ride from Milan to Tirano, board the train to travel on the UNESCO-listed Bernina Express route with its unsurpassed alpine views. Look out at the Swiss Alps as you ride along the Bernina Pass to St Moritz, and then enjoy free time to explore the chic mountain town before your return to Milan.

For a Lake Como day trip from Milan, look no further. A great way to discover the timeless beauty of the Italian lakes, this experience includes a walking tour of the chic lake town of Como plus a Lake Como cruise to see snow-peaked mountains and luxury lakeside villas from the water. In the summer, visit the village of Bellagio for free time to eat and explore. In the winter, take a gondola ride from Como to Brunate to soak up the lakeland views.

Tap into the beauty of Italy’s famous Cinque Terre coast on this day trip from Milan. Travel in the comfort of a coach bus to the terraced landscape of five cliff-side villages and experience the landscapes by boat as you make your way from Monterosso to La Spezia. This tour includes plenty of free time to explore Monterosso and Manarola, as well as a scenic train trip between the two towns. This Cinque Terre day trip showcases the best of this stunning destination and offers travelers a hassle-free way to explore all the highlights.

Discover the Cinque Terre of Italy’s Riviera on this full-day trip from Milan. Drive along this UNESCO-listed coast, home to the five colorful villages of Riomaggiore, Manarola, Corniglia, Vernazza and Monterosso. Explore cliffside Manarola independently, and take the coastal train to Monterosso for more free time to relax, eat, and stroll. Finish with a scenic boat trip, admiring the cliff-perched villages from the sea. Round-trip coach transport and Milan hotel pickup included.

Experience the beauty of Lake Como and the stunning views from atop the Swiss and Italian Alps on this full-day tour from Milan. Stop in the historic lakeshore village of Varenna—one of the lake’s most charming—and enjoy lunch in the Valtellina valley before ascending the Alps on the scenic Bernina Express train. The UNESCO-listed ride lets you straddle two countries and one of Europe’s great mountain ranges.

Go beyond Milan to discover a world of Swiss-Italian mountains and meadows from the seat of the red Bernina Express train. Known as one of the world’s most scenic train journeys complete with ice fields and waterfalls, the Bernina Express is a bucket list trip but the logistics can be tricky. This day trip makes it easy, packaging coach transport from Milan with a round-trip Bernina Express ticket from Tirano to glitzy St. Moritz. You even get a lunch stop in the cuisine-rich Valtellina region.

Take an unforgettable rail tour through the majestic Swiss Alps on this day trip from Milan. Ride the rails along the spectacular Bernina Pass to the famous resort town of St Moritz. Admire the UNESCO-listed scenery along the railway route. Explore the picturesque town on your own before the return trip to Milan.

Explore the city of Milan and Leonardo da Vinci’s masterpiece, Last Supper, on this half-day tour. Visit the main attractions of the city including the Duomo, Galleria Vittorio Emmanuele, and Sforza Castle and learn the history of each attraction. Head to Santa Maria delle Grazie and skip the line to admire the masterpiece of the Last Supper as you listen to informative commentary about the piece and the artist.

Spend a day discovering the Cinque Terre on a private trip from Milan. You'll travel to the UNESCO-listed coast by luxury vehicle, then enjoy a walking tour of the area before cruising between the Cinque Terre's pretty coastal villages by boat. Gaze out at the candy-colored houses stacked into the cliffs and impressive sea views, and stop for a wine tasting with appetizers half-way through the day. Along the way, you'll learn about the region and hear tips for restaurants to visit from your own private guide.

Depart from Milan and journey toward the beautiful cities of Como and Bellagio on a full-day tour including a cruise on Lake Como. Ride north with your assistant tour leader and a small group, arriving at the charming lakeside town of Como. Set off on a lake cruise through the mountainous, fairytale landscape that has inspired countless artists and celebrities, and enjoy leisure time to explore the picturesque shoreline village of Bellagio.

Discover the beauty of Lake Como on a day-long excursion from Milan, and spend time in Como and Bellagio—the lake’s must-visit towns. After a visit to the Romanesque Basilica di Sant’Abbondio and Villa Olmo in Como, see the sights from the water on a lake cruise. Stop to explore Bellagio, then cruise to Cadenabbia before your return to Milan.

Explore the timeless beauty of one of Italy's most famous lakes with this day tour of Lake Como from Milan. Travel from Milan by train to the picturesque town of Como. Go on a walking tour of Como with your guide. Take a leisurely and romantic boat ride on the lake in the afternoon.

Take a journey to the Swiss Alps on the Green Train from Milan. Pass through a number of villages including Domodossola and Spiez until you reach the beautiful Interlaken. Snap some photos of the lakes and the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau mountains that reflect off the blue waters. Learn the history of each area from your guide as you take in the lush scenery of these Alpine villages.

See Milan from another perspective with this exciting guided bicycle tour of Italy's fashion capital. Opt to take the tour in the morning, afternoon or evening and then hop on a mountain bike to tour the city. With your guide leading the way, pedal past some of the city's main attractions, such as the Duomo and the Sforza Castle, as well as off-the-beaten path landmarks. Numbers are limited to ten on this small-group Milan bike tour, ensuring you’ll see the sights with personalized attention from your guide.

Get out of Milan for the day and explore the Italian Riviera, seeing the seaside port town of Genoa and prettied-up Portofino on this action-packed guided tour. Learn about the history of both towns, as you take a guided walking tour of Genoa and then take some free time to discover Portofino on your own.

Leave the bustling city of Milan behind and enjoy a day in Italy’s beautiful lake district. Visit the picturesque Lake Como that sits at the bottom of the Alps and explore its quaint villages. Head to the towns of Varenna, Menaggio, and Bellagio by ferry for gorgeous lake views and in the winter months, take the funicular to the mountain village of Brunate.

Leave urban Milan for the day and spend some time at picturesque Lake Maggiore, located in Italy's Lake District. Explore the chic town of Stresa, learning about the area's history from your guide and perusing the shops. Then hop on a boat for a cruise around the lake, and take in the scenery of the water and surrounding mountains. Visit Isola dei Pescatori, where you have free time to explore, and then explore Borromeo Palace in Isola Bella, before making the return trip to Milan.

Lake Como is the third largest lake in Italy. It has been a popular place of retreat of aristocrats and wealthy people since the roman times. Today, in fact, it is a famous place where celebrities spend their summer vacations. The particularity of the lake is that it has a unique “Y” shape. When you will take the boat, from here you will be able to admire the beautiful villas of celebrities. Certainly, this land is beautiful… magnificent ridges are harmoniously combined here with waters of the crystal-clear lake and the human touch in the form of refined architectural constructions and centuries of history are waiting to reveal their secrets.

Explore the city of Como, cruise Lake Como, and discover the stylish Swiss town of Lugano, all without risking life and limb in Milanese traffic. Traveling with a guide on an air-conditioned coach direct from your hotel, see sights including the Cathedral of Como, Casino Lugano, and Via Nassa. There’s time to explore independently, choose a spot for lunch, and perhaps do a little shopping.

Enjoy your relaxing day in the Nature while hiking in the Pre-Alps of Como with your tour guide. If you are sporty and like to stay fit, choose this guided tour to go hiking from 800 to 1600 meters altitude above sea level and feel and breath fresh clean air, all the year, walk along a little forest, while walking reach the top of Mount St. Primo, near Bellagio from where you will see the fantastic panorama of Lake Como and of the mountains all around, you will have a three hours hiking across the country Pre-Apls of Como, near Bellagio, in the mountains. This is a private guided tour for your group only or only for you if you are a single tourist. Starting from Milan or Como it takes about 40 minutes to reach the mountains (20 minutes only from Bellagio)then on foot the path to to top of the mountain takes about two hours to get to the peak and one hour to get back. The total time for this guided tour is about five hours including transfers and hiking time.

Explore Lake Como on a full-day tour by bus from Milan that includes a boat cruise to Bellagio. Upon arrival, your guide shows you the Como Cathedral and other parts of picturesque Como. Continue by ferry across the lake to Bellagio and the Santuario Della Madonna del Ghisallo, a church that is popular with bicyclists. A combination of guided touring and free time allows you to personalize your visit.

Get into the mountains from Milan with a trip to the alpine resort of Courmayer. Glide up the mountain in a gondola, appreciating spectacular views of the Italian Alps. Browse shops, visit the highest Botanic Gardens in Europe to learn about alpine ecosystems and enjoy the spectacular natural beauty after the monuments of Milan.

See Lake Como how you want to with this private day trip from Milan. After a pickup direct from your hotel, you’ll travel north with your own driver and personal group of family and friends to the picture-perfect Lombardy lake. Your day can be tailored to you, but a typical itinerary includes visits to the lake towns of Como, Cernobbio, Bellagio, and Tremezzo, plus attractions such as Villa Carlotta. Note that entry fees are paid at your own expense.

Take a trip to the Italian Riviera from Milan to explore the UNESCO-listed region of Cinque Terre. Explore the colorful lands of Monterosso, Vernazza, Corniglia, Manarola, Riomaggiore on a walking tour and a boat cruise and learn about the history and culture of this picturesque region. Enjoy plenty of free time to roam around the five villages or sample some of the local cuisine before heading back to Milan.