What to do and see in Italian Alps, Italian Alps: The Best Scenic Railroads

August 16, 2021 Christa Meece

Discover the best top things to do in Italian Alps, Italy including Half-Day Lake Como Discovery Tour from Milan - small group tour, Authentic Cinque Terre - private tour, 2 Hours Walking Tour Como, Lake Como & UNESCO Dry-stone Walls Vineyards, Cinque Terre hiking tour from La Spezia train station, Lake Como Romantic Cruise from Milan - small group tour, Cinque Terre Day Trip from Florence with Optional Hiking, Cinque Terre Small Group Guided Tour from Florence, Semi Private Cinque Terre and Pisa Leaning Tower Tour from Florence, Experience Cinque Terre from Florence in One Day.
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1. Half-Day Lake Como Discovery Tour from Milan - small group tour

Milano Cadorna, Piazzale Luigi Cadorna, 20123 Milano MI, Italy Your Travel Diary
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The city of Como in Italy overlooks the southwest end of its lake and is surrounded by green ridge hills, resulting in unparalleled, natural scenery. A pleasant and relaxing half-day guided tour awaits you. Take a train from Milan to Como and get ready for an amazing tour in the historical center of Como to discover its main highlights such as the majestic Duomo, Via Vittorio Emanuele with Piazza San Fedele, the ancient medieval walls with the huge Porta Torre the main gate to enter Como in the past centuries. You will have a free afternoon after your 4-hour guided tour is complete, to wander at your own pace before heading back to Como.

Inclusions: Professional guide at disposal (4-hours), Train Tickets

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities, Boat tour, Hotel pickup and drop-off

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!

2. Authentic Cinque Terre - private tour

19015 Levanto SP, Italy BeautifuLiguria
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Escape tourist crowds and discover the Cinque Terre villages with an insider's touch. Travel at your own pace and enjoy an authentic private experience through this area and its people accompanied by a passionate and expert local insider. Explore the five picturesque villages uncovering hidden corners and secret alleys, off the beaten path. - The schedule is flexible and the tour can be customized based on your interests. - Guide at disposal just for you. - No rush or strict schedule. - Flexible departure times.

Inclusions: Local guide, Private tour, hotel pick-up and drop-off (if centrally located in Cinque Terre villages, Levanto or La Spezia)

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities, public transport tickets

Reviewed By caznewland

Genoa was such an interesting city, we enjoyed the old town, markets and our guide clearly knew the city well. The Pesto cooking class was a revelation, I've ordered my own pestle and mortar!!

3. 2 Hours Walking Tour Como

Hotel Barchetta Excelsior, Piazza Camillo Benso Conte di Cavour, 1, 22100 Como CO, Italy Romaetravel
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The easiest way to visit the most beautiful and important areas in Como in just 2 hours. A local guide will accompany you through the city to show you monuments, squares, buildings and characteristic places that make Como unique.

Inclusions: Local guide, Small group limited to a maximum of 8 people

Exclusions: tickets, Food and drink are not included

Reviewed By Manuela L

On Piazza di Santa Maria, this very nice papal basilica has a lot of treasures ; it's a museum to visit with a guide or alone; the first crib, a scuptured work in white marble and representing the Virgin with the Child, San Joseph and the three Wise Men and also the donkey and ox; it's the first crib created by the artist named Arnolfo di Cambio from pape Nicolo V; (Hommage to San Nicolas today) visit also the archaelogical excavations, la sala di Papi and scala di Bernini.

4. Lake Como & UNESCO Dry-stone Walls Vineyards

Via Vittor Pisani, 31, 20124 Milano MI, Italy LUCAfromITALY
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Nice view of lake Como and surrounding plus the several little villages around the water or clinged on the side of the Italian Alps. Learn a bit about local history, geography, food and wine. Your lunch possibly in a typical restaurant and the interesting visit to a winery!

Inclusions: Driver/Guide, Round trip ticket, Small Group Tour

Exclusions: Entrance fees, Lunch (optional), Gratuities (optional), Wine tasting (optional), Hotel pickup and drop-off

Reviewed By ChloeB0511

Luca was absolutely fab! The whole day was so well done and very smooth. It massively exceeded my expectations. It was a surprise for 2 of the group of 4 and they loved it, especially with the optional wine tasting at the end of the day! Luca has so much knowledge and there were not any questions he couldn't answer. Absolutely perfect day, thanks Luca!

5. Cinque Terre hiking tour from La Spezia train station

La Spezia Centrale, Piazzale Medaglie d'Oro, 19122 La Spezia SP, Italy Ciao Florence Tours and Travels
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After you meet your tour leader at La Spezia train station, you will take the first train that will take you to the small town of Manarola from where it will begin with your intrepid trekking experience. Get ready and explore the ancient trails of this mountain passing through the vineyards perched on the rock. Consider that the maximum height is 1000 ft and the climb is very steep. When you reach the top of the mountain and begin the descent towards Corniglia, you will be able to appreciate the charm of this little village that is more than 100 meters high at sea level!. After lunch, you will go to the train station to head towards our next destination, Vernazza. This village has best preserved the aspect of a marine town, the perfect place to relax while you admire the wonderful landscape. We are sure you will love it! Finally, and before going back to La Spezia, we will go to Riomaggiore where you will have some free time to walk through its narrow streets and enjoy beautiful places

Inclusions: Expert multilingual tour leader, 3 hours of trekking from Manarola to Corniglia, Cinque Terre Card, for the use of the trains that you will need to go from one town to another, Wifi in the train station of each town to visit, Access to the bathrooms, Worry-free Shore Excursion Guarantee: return on time to the cruise ship

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Reviewed By J Adam K

Took the walking tour today with Safe as our guide. Wonderful experience. Safe spoke flawless English and his passion for Florence, art and history was addicting. We hope to do something similar in the future.

6. Lake Como Romantic Cruise from Milan - small group tour

Milano Cadorna, Piazzale Luigi Cadorna, 20123 Milano MI, Italy Your Travel Diary
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Located at the foot of the Alps, Lake Como provides one of the most picturesque sceneries in the world. If you’re going to visit the Italian lakes, you’ll be surprised to learn about the many things to do in Lake Como. A great way to discover the beauty of the Italian lakes, this 7-hour experience includes the transfer by train from Milan Cadorna Station to Como Lake Station and a walking tour of the lake town of Como with a professional guide at your complete disposal. Enjoy free time for lunch in Como. In the afternoon you will take a boat tour on the lake with your guide. Visit Torno, small village on the lake and return to Como for additional free time and shopping.

Inclusions: Professional guide, full day, Train tickets, boat tour

Exclusions: Lunch

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!

7. Cinque Terre Day Trip from Florence with Optional Hiking

Piazza della Stazione, 50123 Firenze FI, Italy Walkabout Florence Tours
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If you love an outdoor adventure, our Cinque Terre tour is sure to add a little something special to your Italian holiday. Join us and explore some of the country’s most beautiful coastal towns and admire the stunning landscapes on a guided tour you’re sure to remember for life. - A magical trip along Cinque Terre’s rugged coast - Exploration of local villages boasting beautiful scenery and architecture - Free time in the villages for wine tasting and souvenir shopping - A scenic boat ride along the Riviera (weather permitting)

Inclusions: A fun and professional guide who is there to lead you through the day, Transport between Florence and Cinque Terre by coach plus all other transport for the day, Entry tickets to the Cinque Terre National Park, Boat ride along the Riviera (weather permitting), Time to explore the Cinque Terre villages on foot

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Reviewed By katiegN3709NB

Christian helped make our Florence experience memorable! My husband and I traveled throughout Italy with our two young children ( 8 and 5 years old) and they were so excited for their Fiat tour. They were the only kids on the tour but Christian made sure it fun and educational for them. The whole group was inviting and it was great to get to meet people from all around the world! My kids can not wait to travel more and still talk about how awesome the tour was. I highly recommend this tour with or without kids. We were taken to scenic views throughout Tuscany and even had to maneuver through the streets of Florence in a super fun classic Fiat. Everywhere we drove people would stop and wave because of the group of Fiats brought joy to everyone! This was the best tour we took in Italy and when we come back for a visit we are definitely doing it again! (Our tour was pre-covid)

8. Cinque Terre Small Group Guided Tour from Florence

Piazzale Montelungo, Firenze FI, Italy Prestige Rent
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Discover the breathtaking area of Cinque Terre, a UNESCO Heritage site, visiting three of the five villages; departing from Florence, in a small group of max 25 participants, and using the right size vehicle, you’ll be able to reach the Cinque Terre Park, very fast. Moving by train/boat (tickets included), to maximize your time/comfort, and with the assistance of an expert guide, discover the beauties of Manarola, Vernazza and Monterosso. In Monterosso free time for lunch (not included), shopping or relax on the beach; in the afternoon you will meet your driver, to come back to Florence.

Inclusions: Small group day trip to the Cinque Terre with roundtrip transportation by AC vehicle with free wi-fi, Max. group size reduced to 16 participants, Licensed English speaking guide at your disposal for the whole duration of the service, Guided visit of Manarola, Vernazza and Monterosso with expert guide, Stop in Monterosso with free time for lunch (not included), shopping or relax on the beach, Local train to move through the villages + Local boat ride (SEA & DOCKING CONDITIONS PERMITTING)

Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Lunch, Gratuities

Reviewed By Alli S

We did a private wine country tour with Francesco in October 2019 (it has taken me entirely too long to write this review). We had a great time with Francesco. He is so personable and was so much fun to spend the day with. Ask him to tell you the story of why there are black roosters on Chianti Classico wine bottles. Francesco is very professional, was able to accommodate a change in plans based on our preferences, and delivered top-notch service throughout the day. If (when) we go back to Florence, we will be giving Francesco a call!

9. Semi Private Cinque Terre and Pisa Leaning Tower Tour from Florence

Hotel Boccaccio, Via della Scala, 59, 50123 Firenze FI, Italy I Just Drive
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Semi-Private Small-Group (up to 8 people) Cinque Terre and Pisa leaning tower tour in a Black Mercedes Minivan. Only in a small group, it becomes possible to visit the Cinque Terre and experience all the true magic of this enchanted coastline.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Hotel pickup and drop-off or Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points, Your driver will be with you for the entire day. He will escort you on the boat, trail and train!

Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities, Entrances to museums, castles and villas, Cinque Terre National Park tickets, Professional Guide

Reviewed By nwagenbr1

We had the best day with our driver Daniel for the "Chianti Best" tour. I would recommend this to everybody. Our driver was super knowledgable and friendly and made seeing all these beautiful places so convenient and fun with so much great background information. I would book the "I Just Drive" service for any tour. Financially you get so much for your money - Highly, highly advise.

10. Experience Cinque Terre from Florence in One Day

Piazza dell'Unità Italiana, 50123 Firenze FI, Italy City Wonders
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Get an early start on an amazing day journeying out of Florence, and its man-made masterpieces, because you are off to the Italian seaside. Admire nature’s artistry in Liguria, a spectacular region and home of Cinque Terre – the much acclaimed string of seaside villages along the Italian Riviera. Steep terraces adorned with colorful homes and vineyards, rugged fishermen reeling in their daily catches, and the region’s most famous flavor – pesto. All experiences you can enjoy on this tour.

Inclusions: Round-trip transport from Florence in a comfortable air-conditioned coach, Free time in Vernazza, Monterosso, Manarola and Riomaggiore, Cinque Terre Card train tickets, 45mins optional light hike with tour leader, Expert bilingual local guide English/German (commentary in both languages)

Exclusions: Gratuities, Hotel pick-up/drop-off, Food/beverage

Reviewed By carloseqg

This tour was so so good. Our tour guide Angelo was amazing. He knew everything there was to know and was able to answer any and all questions brought up to him even if they were about things not related to the tour exhibitions. It was worth seeing both the Uffizi and the Accademia. There were no lines to skip due to the covid-19 situation as we took this tour a week before things got shut down but I would recommend this tour to anyone coming to florence as it is not only a tour of the two big galleries but also a small city walking tour.

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