The 8 best things to do in Friuli-Venezia Giulia

Horseback riding in the hills overlooking the west shore of Lake Garda from Toscolano Maderno, on trails surrounded by nature.

Hikes are suitable for beginners who are going horseback riding for the first time. You ride through the countryside and woods and reach high ground from where you can admire beautiful views, and you can stop for short breaks. 

To participate sportswear with long pants and closed shoes is necessary.

Minimum age: 14 years old. Maximum weight: 95 kg.

1-hour excursion

The’excursion includes a tour of about 5/6 km around Gaino passing through historical places and opening the heart to the views of Garda Bresciano.

2-hour hike 

Trip of about 12 km along the hill between Gargnano and Toscolano, crossing historic places and opening the heart to the views of Garda Bresciano.

1-hour excursion with lunch or dinner (Sunday evening dinner not possible due to closing shift)

The excursion includes a tour of about 5/6 km around Gaino passing through historical places and opening the heart to the views of Garda Bresciano.

In this experience a lunch or dinner with 3-course tasting menu are included, dessert and coffee, drinks included (dishes with seasonal and local ingredients).

Lunch is prepared for 12:30 / 13:00, is thus preceding the walk. Dinner, on the other hand, is prepared for 7:30 / 8:00 p.m. (Sunday evening excluded due to closing shift) and is held after the walk.

Lunch and dinner include:

•    3 courses
•    Dessert
•    Coffee
•    Drinks

This option is only available from March to September.

2-hour excursion with lunch

Trip of about 12 km along the hillside between Gargnano and Toscolano, passing through historic places and opening the heart to the views of Garda Bresciano.

In this experience lunch is included (available all year round). Lunch is prepared for 12:30 / 13:00, is then following the walk.

Lunch includes:

•    3 courses
•    Dessert
•    Coffee
•    Drinks

Guided winery tour with wine tasting and lunch of typical local products on a farm in Padenghe sul Garda offers several possibilities:

Visit and wine tasting

Experience includes winery tour includes tasting of a selection of 4 wines accompanied by a board of local products.

Lunch

This option begins with a guided winery tour and continues with a tasting of 4 premium wines. The tasting is accompanied by a sampling of local products.

The experience continues with lunch, which includes.

•    1 appetizer of your choice from the menu
•    1 main course of your choice from the menu
•    Water
•    Coffee

Wines and extra drinks are excluded.

Deluxe Lunch (From 2 to 10 people)

In addition to a guided tour of the winery, a 5-course tasting menu paired with locally produced wines is included. The menu changes according to seasonality (you can contact the winery after booking to receive information about this).

This tasting itinerary includes four premium wines paired with as many local dishes, prepared using raw materials and products from the Bottega Contadina line.

The experience concludes with a tasting of one of the local spirits, accompanied by a homemade traditional dessert.

In warm weather, the premium experience takes place on the patio.

In case of food intolerances, please notify the property at the time of booking. Vegetarian options are available, which must be notified at least 72 hours in advance to the facility.

Deluxe tasting takes place along with lunch.

Languages available: Italian and English.

Stroll through Prognol's Veronese vineyards and taste typical Valpolicella wines at the Corte Borghetti winery, along with a board of local cured meats and cheeses.

You will have a choice of two tours, and on each of the two, following the visit to the winery and vineyards, you will taste some classics of the Veronese wine tradition, with a pairing of Lessinia cured meats and cheeses, mustards and honey, Extra Virgin Olive Oil and a typical homemade dessert.

Classic (2 hours)

The classic tasting includes a short walk through the vineyards and Valpolicella production sites, accompanied by a tasting of the following wines:

•    Valpolicella Classico DOC
•    Valpolicella Classico Superiore DOC
•    Ripasso Valpolicella Classico Superiore DOC
•    Amarone della Valpolicella Classico DOCG

Light lunch (3 hours)

This is a real food and wine tour of Valpolicella, during which, following the estate visit, you will taste the following wines:

•    Garganega in purity
•    Valpolicella Classico DOC
•    Valpolicella Classico Superiore DOC
•    Ripasso Classico DOC
•    Amarone della Valpolicella Classico DOCG

For this tour, an appetizer of bruschetta with garden vegetables and a traditional first course will also be offered to accompany the wines and the platter of local cured meats and cheeses.

A sweatshirt is recommended for the winery tour.

Horseback riding among the hills of Valpolicella, departing from San Pietro in Cariano, along routes immersed in nature. The experience allows you to immerse yourself, on horseback, among the vineyards of the renowned and picturesque area also known for the production of Valpolicella wine.

The excursion is also suitable for beginners who have never ridden a horse. Depending on the length of the ride, the route varies in length. You ride through the countryside among glimpses of typical villages and wineries. The views are always beautiful and the perspective certainly unusual.

Wine tasting and spa access at a winery in Padenghe on Lake Garda, surrounded by nature and tranquility.

Imagine a place where physical well-being is intertwined with inner well-being. Where you can find your balance and cultivate your creativity in a welcoming and stimulating environment.

Turkish Bath, Sauna, Wellness Waterfalls, Rural Spring, Hammam Ritual and Hot Tub are the stars of the SPA path.

Access to the SPA is a maximum of 3 hours. Bathrobe, slippers and towel are included.

Dedicated treatments are available for purchase on site.

The visit to the winery will be accompanied by a tasting of 4 wines and a cutting board with local products.

In the 9:30 a.m. schedule, please note that the tasting to follow will be no earlier than 2 p.m.

In the town of Lonato, a few kilometers from Desenzano del Garda, you will stroll through the vineyard and visit the winery of the Perla del Garda winery to learn about its renowned Lugana DOP wines.

The wines will be accompanied by baked goods and traditional Lombard gastronomic products.

You will be able to choose between two different tours:

Classic (1 hour and 30 minutes)

The classic tour includes a guided tour of the winery and vineyards along with a tasting of three types of Lake Garda wines:

•    Lugana DOC
•    Garda DOC
•    Valtènesi DOC

Vintage (2 hours)

The vintage experience includes a guided tour of the winery and vineyards along with a tasting of five Lugana DOC wines from Lake Garda, including wines awarded 3 Glasses by Gambero Rosso.

Get ready for a tasty and relaxing experience near the shores of Lake Garda, surrounded by nature and the landscapes of Lombardy.

Tour from Venice with visit to Murano and Burano, demonstration of glass making, and free time to explore and have lunch.

Program

It is possible to depart from San Marco or Santa Lucia Station.

The first stop on the tour is Murano, where you visit a glass factory and watch a demonstration of glassmaking, with about an hour of free time to explore or store in the island's stores.

Continue on to Burano, renowned for its lace and colorful houses, where there is two hours of free time to have lunch, stroll through the streets or enjoy an aperitif or ice cream in the center's cafés.

Panoramic navigation from St. Mark's Basin among the islands and less touristy places of the lagoon, stopping for a glass of Prosecco and returning via San Servolo and San Giorgio Maggiore.

Program

The navigation starts from St. Mark's Basin and heads to the less touristy part of the lagoon. Along the way we pass through the Riva dei Sette Martiri, the Giardini della Biennale, Sant'Elena, San Pietro di Castello, and the Arsenale.

The tour continues to the islands of Certosa, Sant'Andrea, San Nicolò and Santa Maria Elisabetta, with a short break for a glass of Prosecco on board. The return trip is via San Servolo and San Giorgio Maggiore, arriving in St. Mark's Basin.

Boat tour to the islands of Murano, Burano and Torcello with guided tour and free time to explore and have lunch.

Program

The excursion departs from San Marco or Santa Lucia station.

The first stop is Murano, where you visit a local glassworks and watch a glassmaking demonstration, followed by about an hour of free time to explore or shop.

Continue on to Burano, famous for its lace and colorful houses. After a brief introduction by the guide, there are two hours of free time to have lunch, stroll the streets or enjoy an ice cream.

The last stop is Torcello, an ancient town in the lagoon, where you have about an hour to visit the Basilica of Santa Maria Assunta and admire its Byzantine mosaics.

Return to San Marco is scheduled in the early evening.

Day tour to Burano with a visit to a glassworks, free time on the island and return to San Marco in the afternoon.

Program

The excursion includes a day exploring Burano, famous for its colorful houses and the art of lace making. A stop at a glassworks in the lagoon is planned during the cruise to watch a demonstration of glassmaking and have about 1 hour of free time.

After about 30 minutes of travel, you will reach Burano, where you are scheduled to have 3 hours of free time to visit the island on your own and have lunch in local restaurants or cafes.

Return to San Marco is scheduled in the afternoon, arriving around 5:30 pm.

Discover Venice from a privileged vantage point, cruising along its water profile and among the city’s most intimate and fascinating canals.

This tour is the ideal for those who want to immerse themselves in the true Venetian essence, away from the crowds, lulled by the sound of the water and surrounded by breathtaking views.

You will sail along the perimeter of the city admiring iconic views and hidden corners. You can also explore the smaller canals while experiencing the authentic soul of Venice.

On board you will be offered water, wine, soft drinks and small snacks.

When booking, you can choose between group and private tours.

Kayak tour in Dolo, a quaint little village with a beautiful mill. The river has a very gentle current and is therefore suitable for everyone, even beginners and children from 12 years old and up.

During the itinerary you can admire the most picturesque areas: from the well-known Venetian Villas to the unspoiled nature of the Brenta Riviera. The instructor will not only explain how best to paddle, but also provide you with trivia and anecdotes to learn more about little Dolo.

Remember to bring a swimsuit and a change of clothes with you.

The facility will provide you with all equipment, including a life jacket.

Horseback ride at an altitude of almost 800 meters in Arsiè, in the province of Belluno.

Venture into a beautiful mountainous landscape, nestled between the Asiago Plateau and the Grappa Massif, surrounded by the Feltre Dolomites that will provide the backdrop for your ride.

The rides are suitable for everyone, even children 10 and under, who will ride independently.

You can choose from different durations, 1 hour, 2 hours or 3 hours.

The experience will begin with a short introductory lesson on how to ride your horse. Throughout the excursion you will be accompanied by an experienced equestrian guide.

The half-day (4h 30 min) or middle half-day (10am-4:30pm) quad bike excursion to Mt. Grappa, with an intermediate stop for lunch.

Half Day (10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. or 3:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.)

Departure from Romano d'Ezzelino; after a few km necessary for the transfer to the mountain, the hike gets into full swing. Interesting passages, views and the stop in the malga give an intense pleasure that you will remember for a long time. Excursion of medium physical commitment.

Half-day Central (10 a.m.-4:30 p.m.)

After a few miles on the quad bike necessary for the transfer to the mountain, the hike gets into full swing. Interesting passes, views and a stop at an alpine hut for lunch give an intense pleasure that we will remember for a long time. Longer "Half Day" hike that allows trespassing in the northernmost area of the Grappa Massif.

The Ezzellini Hills quad bike ride in Veneto is an excursion into the heart of the region that will take you through the beautiful countryside and mountain landscapes to the top of Mount Grappa.

After a briefing on driving the quad bike, you will set off and travel along dirt roads that connect the beautiful villages of the Grappa foothills. Possible crossing of a few fords or rusciello in the off seasons.

Renting quads on this tour also takes you to discover an area rich in history and charm in the land of the Ezzelini. A minimum of 3 quads is required for weekday departures, Monday through Friday.

Horseback riding in the Euganean Hills è an exciting opportunity to explore picturesque trails and enjoy breathtaking views. 

Horseback rides in the Euganean Hills are available by reservation Tuesday through Sunday and last approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes. The activity begins with a half-hour lesson, followed by a 1-hour ride.

The walk is suitable for everyone, including beginners, and the minimum age requirement is 14 years.

To finalize your reservation you will be asked to state your weight and height, please enter the correct values so that the facility can provide you with the appropriate resources.

Horseback riding in the Prosecco hills in the area of Conegliano and Valdobbiadene will allow you to immerse yourself in nature and cross an area recognized as a Unesco World Heritage Site.

In the walk, you start from the riding stables and walk through the hills to admire the view of the village of Rolle di Cison di Valmarino. It can be done during the day or at sunset, with the possibility of an aperitif following the walk.

At the end of the hike it is possible to stop at an agritourism in the area to have an aperitif and enjoy typical local products accompanied by a glass of Prosecco. 

The horseback riding experience IS suitable for anyone over the age of 14, even those riding for the first time, and the maximum number of participants is 5. It is appropriate clothing for horseback riding is recommended, such as closed shoes and long pants.

Tour from Venice with visit to Murano and Burano, demonstration of glass making, and free time to explore and have lunch.

Program

It is possible to depart from San Marco or Santa Lucia Station.

The first stop on the tour is Murano, where you visit a glass factory and watch a demonstration of glassmaking, with about an hour of free time to explore or store in the island's stores.

Continue on to Burano, renowned for its lace and colorful houses, where there is two hours of free time to have lunch, stroll through the streets or enjoy an aperitif or ice cream in the center's cafés.

Panoramic navigation from St. Mark's Basin among the islands and less touristy places of the lagoon, stopping for a glass of Prosecco and returning via San Servolo and San Giorgio Maggiore.

Program

The navigation starts from St. Mark's Basin and heads to the less touristy part of the lagoon. Along the way we pass through the Riva dei Sette Martiri, the Giardini della Biennale, Sant'Elena, San Pietro di Castello, and the Arsenale.

The tour continues to the islands of Certosa, Sant'Andrea, San Nicolò and Santa Maria Elisabetta, with a short break for a glass of Prosecco on board. The return trip is via San Servolo and San Giorgio Maggiore, arriving in St. Mark's Basin.

The Prosecco winery tour and tasting in Valdobbiadene is the perfect experience for those who want to discover all the secrets of Valdobbiadene DOCG.

This tour includes a full tour inside the winery and the tasting of 5 homemade Prosecco sparkling wines.

The tour starts with a guided tour of the winery: you will enter the production rooms where you will see the grape production tank, the presses and all the machinery. During the tour a guide will explain the stages of Prosecco production.

After the tour of the winery is over you can take a few moments among the beautiful vines that surround the facility and then move on to the tasting.

The tasting will be of 5 different sparkling wines chosen from among a dozen products (10 prosecchi doc, dogc, with all varieties of prosecco sweetness).

Clothing appropriate for the low temperatures from the winery is recommended.

Horseback ride at an altitude of almost 800 meters in Arsiè, in the province of Belluno.

Venture into a beautiful mountainous landscape, nestled between the Asiago Plateau and the Grappa Massif, surrounded by the Feltre Dolomites that will provide the backdrop for your ride.

The rides are suitable for everyone, even children 10 and under, who will ride independently.

You can choose from different durations, 1 hour, 2 hours or 3 hours.

The experience will begin with a short introductory lesson on how to ride your horse. Throughout the excursion you will be accompanied by an experienced equestrian guide.

A real Safari... but on the snow by snowmobile, from Lake Antorno, near Cortina and Misurina, to the Three Peaks of Lavaredo at the Auronzo refuge.

During the ride you will be driving the snowmobile for a length of about 20 km lasting 1 hour, going through stretches in the middle of forests and fir trees, until you reach the foot of the Three Peaks of Lavaredo, the most famous mountains in the Dolomites with an incredible view of Cortina d'Ampezzo and the whole valley.

The serpentine of snowmobiles (maximum of 4) will follow a guide who will determine the pace and safety of the chosen route. You will first do a 3km loop around Lake Antorno and then the real climb begins, stop for 10 minutes at the Auronzo hut, just below the Three Peaks for photos and a short break and then return to the bottom of the valley.

Total activity duration 1 hour.

At the end of the experience it will be possible to add a tasting of wines and local products including D.o.c.g. wines from Trenitno, Veneto and Alto Adige and local cold cuts and cheeses or a snack.

Experience a fantastic snowmobile ride through the forests and spectacular scenery all over the snow-capped Dolomites in one of the most beautiful winter resorts in all of Veneto.

No previous experience is needed to ride the snowmobile and only the age of majority is required.

The use of a helmet is mandatory.

Passengers must be at least 8 years of age.

Duration and route may be subject to change or cancellation depending on weather and snow conditions

This is the closest snowmobile experience to Cortina d'Ampezzo, ascending the Three Peaks of Lavaredo. An unforgettable experience!

Snowmobile ascent and sledding descent to the Three Peaks of Lavaredo starting from Misurina, the pearl of the Dolomites, in the province of Belluno.

Schedule

For this experience the selected time is only indicative. Just show up at the meeting point (communicated after booking) between 9:00 am and 3:00 pm to get in line and wait your turn to get on the snowmobile.

You will then be transported through the woods to the Auronzo Refuge at 2300 meters where you will be handed your sled and can begin your descent down the slope.

A helmet is mandatory for this activity and is included in the price

The sledding descent is very easy, not dangerous and is also suitable for families.

Those who do not wish to toboggan down can return with the guides to Misurina comfortably by snowmobile, or even on foot.

The Las Vegas Lodge is located at about 2050 m above sea level in the hamlet of San Cassiano in Badia, in the province of Bolzano, Trentino-Alto Adige. The lodge is ready to host you for a tasteful and fun-filled dinner.

The experience begins with a beautiful snowmobile or snowcat tour that takes you from the Golden Eagle ski rental in San Cassiano up to the mountain, where you can enjoy a three-course dinner with a set menu, buffet entrèe followed by a choice of first and second course and dessert (drinks are not included).

The dishes offered are determined by the establishment based on seasonal products and are perfect for discovering South Tyrolean as well as Italian cuisine.

This experience is perfect for spending an evening in good company with good taste and fun, all in the beautiful setting of the Dolomites by moonlight.

On Wednesdays the facility organizes a DJ set to accompany dinner.

It is important to notify the facility of any allergies or specific dietary needs in advance.

The snowmobile tour in Misurina is the perfect winter experience to discover the area of the Dolomites of Veneto. It is a real snow safari!

The experience includes a 20 km route starting from Lake Antorno to the Three Peaks of Lavaredo at the Auronzo refuge. During the trip you will be able to admire the snow-capped mountains, and once you arrive at the foot of the Three Peaks you will enjoy a beautiful view of the valley.

Helmet is mandatory and available on site

Lunch will be around 12 noon then, depending on the time you book (9:00 am or 3:30 pm), it will be after or before departure, at Chalet Lago Antorno, where you can enjoy:

•    Appetizer of local cold cuts and cheeses.
•    Mixed grill with pork ribs, chicken, rump, vegetables,
•    House dessert.
•    Wine, water and coffee.

Throughout the experience you will have to follow the guide, who will indicate the speed.

For the 3:30 p.m. safari, lunch will be at 12:30 p.m., never after the activity.

It is not necessary to have driven a snowmobile before; to be the driver you only need to be at least 18 years old.

Passengers must be at least 8 years of age

Duration and route may be subject to change or cancellation depending on weather and snow conditions.

In case of food needs or allergies, please contact the facility directly.

The Rifugio Burz is a recently built facility, capable of combining tradition and modernity, both in its location and in its cuisine. Located at 1963 m, it is part of the Sellaronda circuit, a ski tour that connects the four Dolomite passes around the Sella massif.

The experience they offer includes dinner at altitude, in a setting that combines traditional wooden beams with large windows and modern interior furnishings, with round-trip transportation from the Arabba chairlift by snowmobile or snowcat.

The cuisine is capable of combining traditional flavors with a dash of modernity. Dinner includes a 4-course menu (appetizer, first course, main course, dessert).

Thursday:

•    Aperitif around the fireplace
•    Alpine Gray meatballs with pistachio mayonnaise and sweet and sour red onion
•    Buttered spinach casunzei with smoked ricotta and poppy seeds
•    Costata of Moi Moi beef with baked vegetables
•    Chocolate indomitable with sea buckthorn and rum

Saturday (Live Music):

•    Aperitif around the fireplace
•    Tartare of Grigio Alpina with marrow gratin
•    Mushroom risotto with the scent of bear garlic
•    Costata of Grigio Alpina with baked vegetables and tubers
•    Creme brulée and berries

In case of allergies or specific dietary needs it will be necessary to contact the facility directly.

Horseback riding in the Zoldo Dolomites is an adventure that will remain in your hearts forever. The magic of the Dolomites, in the silence marked only by the steps of our docile horse friends, will captivate you, leaving indelible memories in your memory.

The trail is on a white road that follows the forest and the river, accompanied by an instructor who will help you to better understand the notions for horseback riding.

The walk is suitable for beginners and can be performed even if there is snow on the route.