What to do and see in Bergamo, Lombardy: The Best Day Trips from

May 19, 2022 Kandra Bartel

Bergamo is a northern Italy treasure. Dating from 49 BC, Bergamo has two centers: the Alta (upper) city and the Bassa (lower) city, connected by a funicular and walking trails.  For historic sites, go to Alta for the Piazza Vecchia,the Cattedrale di Bergamo e Battistero, and the Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore Baptistry,  as well as the quirky mausoleum of Rastelli, the world famous juggler. Bassa is more modern and residential, and boasts Via 20 Settembre - the shopping district.
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1. Private Tour to a winery in Franciacorta and Bergamo from Milan w/ Hotel pick-up

Teatro alla Scala, Via Filodrammatici, 2, 20121 Milano MI, Italy Tour Travel & More Italy

During this private tour to Franciacorta from Milan in private luxury vehicle, with a english speaking driver, you will discover the beautiful Lake Iseo and it's stunning views and villages, visit one of the best Franciacorta wineries of the whole region and visiting the beautiful town of Bergamo. In your visit to the winery you will be guided by a professional winemaker, who will teach you why the Franciacorta wines are so special, and what they do to make it so special. You will be able to enjoy and admire the beautiful nature of this area and learn how the produce the great Franciacorta. Your private luxury vehicle, with private english speaking chauffeur, will be at your disposition during the whole tour to enjoy Franciacorta region to the fullest. The tour has a duration of 8 hours from pick up to drop off in Milan. - SAVE COVID-19 SAFE - As this is a private tour we take care of maintaining social distance

Inclusions: Private luxury vehicle with english speaking driver for 8 hours, Guided visit and wine tasting at 1 of the best Franciacorta wineries, Hotel/apartment pickup and drop-off in Milan, Private tour, Local taxes, SAVE COVID-19 SAFE

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Separate official tour guide

Reviewed By Fady1958

This time we have chosen to discover Palermo in a walking tour. That was our first time in Palermo and our guide, knowing this detail, made a point in explaining and making us discover the main landmarks of this beautiful Sicilian city. After that he suggested a wonderful local restaurant where we had lunch and it was indeed very good food reasonably priced and the restaurant was full of local people, which is, when you don't know a city, the best token for good quality. After lunch our guide walked us back to our cruise. Thank you very much Tour Travel for this great experience

2. Day Trip from Turin to Bergamo

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Bergamo's Venetian walls are both classic and opulent, with the power to captivate the sternest of men. The wall has two armories, two platforms, 14 bastions, and the chance to walk inside the walls to visit the vaulted chambers of San Michele and San Giovanni. The wall also divides the city into two - the Upper Town, (La Citta Alta) which sits on top of the hill packed with narrow wandering streets, and the Lower Town (La Citta Bassa), which extends towards the plains and the major international airport. This split distinction is Bergamo's most seductive feature. The city boasts its proximity to the Alps, close distance to its airport, and its passion art. Bergamo's historic boroughs, Piazza Veechia, and a visit to any of the city's finest dining establishments are a definite must-do's for tourists.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, WiFi on board

Exclusions: Coffee and/or Tea

3. Highlights of Bergamo Upper Town: Walking Tour with Local Guide & Funicular Ride

Funicolare Città Alta, 24121 Bergamo, Province of Bergamo, Italy Raphael Tours in Milan

Bergamo is a fascinating medieval city! Take the chance to visit this beautiful town that is divided in Upper Bergamo and Lower Bergamo. With a help of local guide, start this 2,5 hours walking tour taking the “Funicolare”, an Italian cable train, that lead you to Upper Bergamo, where the tour focuses. Here, you can admire the ancient buildings and defensive walls of the city, built in medieval architecture, and enjoy some time in “Piazza Vecchia”, the heart of this part of town. It’s time to see the Campanone, the bell tower which is a panoramic point. Then, visit the church of Santa Maria Maggiore, built in Baroque style, the characteristic Antico Lavatoio and the Cittadella Viscontea. Finally, you can delight with some Gelato of an antique Gelateria, which invented “Stracciatella”, a milk-based ice-cream with chocolate shavings. A sweet ending for this wonderful day!

Inclusions: Funicular tickets

Exclusions: Gratuities

Reviewed By Milanfans

We toured il Duomo, la Galleria, il Castello Sforza and l‘Ultima Cena on the last day before closing because of the corona virus. We were lucky. Our guide, Fedra was fantastic: provided detailed background information to each and every point: always factual, and humorous, when appropriate. She was also helpful with general information, on other points of interest (Bosco Verticale!), with dining recommendations, with suggestions for our remaining time in Milano. She was certainly also responsible for the bright sunshine, and for the fantastic Italian blue sky. Our time was limited, so we decided to come back to see the rest! Thank you Raphael Tours! Kati + Attila

4. Franciacorta Wines & Bergamo from Milan - Private Tour

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Located just steps from Brescia and Lake Iseo, the area called Franciacorta is famous for its wine production, Franciacorta DOCG. There is more: its beautiful hills, cultural and historical sites, relaxing natural environment, sports and entertainment represent a true discovery for many tourists who visit the region for the first time.Franciacorta stretches for over km 200 and encompasses 19 municipalities in the province of Brescia, every town and village has unique treasures and a double common thread: good wine and nature. Let’s explore what you can do and see in Franciacorta, focusing in particular on the main strength of this land: its wine culture!

Inclusions: • English-speaking driver for the entire day, Private transportation, Lunch, • Tasting of 3 wines with a food tasting

Exclusions: gratuities

Reviewed By iancdeering

This was so much fun! Stefano (sommelier for the evening) is informative, very friendly, and makes for great conversation. The wines were absolutely delicious, the snacks were great, and the atmosphere was very inviting. An all around great experience that wine lovers are sure to enjoy!

5. Bergamo PRIVATE Guided tour

Lake Como Guided Tours

It's the only PRIVATE guided tour organized in the Como/Milan area, with one certified DRIVER GUIDE: DRIVER with licence on a private 8-seat minivan + TOUR MANAGER (that can help you visiting the town).

Inclusions: Private transportation, WiFi on board, Tour Guide

Exclusions: Funicular to San Vigilio (few Euros per person), Lunch, Entrance to Museums or other facilities you will request

Reviewed By T1757FAbiancad

The most incredible train ride of my life!!! Giovanni was such an amazing tour guide that really went out of his way to show us around. The train ride itself through the Swiss Alps was breathtaking. I will most certainly come back and do it again.

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