Best 10 experiences in the Mincio Valley

Horseback riding on the banks of the Mincio River in Volta Mantovana.

During this horseback ride you will be accompanied by an experienced equestrian guide who will lead you to discover the river and the park of the same name.

Horseback ride with aperitif and lunch

To make your experience even richer, you can choose a tour with aperitif and lunch.

During this excursion, you can choose from 2 horseback rides depending on the duration:

•    2-hour ride, suitable for beginners
•    4-hour ride, recommended for those who already have horseback riding experience

Aperitif includes prosecco and appetizers varying with the season. For lunch, you can choose at the time from hot and cold dishes, piadinas, pints and more.

In addition, from midà May to midà September, you can access the swimming pool in which to relax following the walk.

•    For aperitif and lunch tours, access to the pool è included in the price.
•    Those who purchased only the walk will be able to pay on site for pool access at a cost of 10€ per person. 

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

Mini cruise on Lake Garda with lunch on board a boat. Departure from Peschiera del Garda allows you to visit the entire southern part of the lake.

During the cruise, the boat will head to the following points of interest: Lazise Castle, Rocca di Garda, Villa Canossa, Punta San Vigilio, Garda Island, San Biagio Island, Baia Verde, Rocca di Manerba Nature Park, Jamaica Beach Sirmione, Grotte di Catullo.

Depending on the weather, the boat can go clockwise or counterclockwise around the lower lake. There will be a guide on board who will explain the various points you are going to see.

A light lunch (usually a pasta dish) and a soft drink during the boat ride is also included in the boat tour.

A stop for swimming will be made for those who wish. The use of a life jacket is mandatory. No other stops are planned during navigation.

Small-medium sized dogs with muzzles are allowed on board. There is a bathroom and there is a bar where snacks or drinks can be purchased.

Embark on an excursion to Garda Island, perfect for admiring the view the picturesque villas from the Lake.

Departure and return are set in Sirmione, and during the tour you will have the opportunity to see the Sirmione Peninsula, Rocca di Manerba, San Biagio Island, and Garda Island.

You can choose from three tours, varying in duration from 25 minutes to 1 hour and 30 minutes. In addition, you can opt for the 1 hour 30-minute tour with a sparkling wine aperitif and appetizers.

Depending on weather conditions and the skipper's decisions, stops may change.

Reservations for bachelor parties are not possible (for bachelorette parties is possible). 

Horseback riding with lunch on Lake Garda, in Caprino Veronese, allows you to enjoy a unique experience surrounded by nature.

This experience is suitable for everyone, even those who are approaching the equestrian world for the first time.

After a brief initial briefing, you will mount your saddle and set off on an approximately 2-hour ride along the various equestrian trails that line the ranch.

You will be accompanied by an experienced guide and enjoy a unique experience in the midst of nature: vineyards, forests, hills and olive trees will frame your ride.

The facility is located within the Rivoli Moraine Hills Park and you will be accompanied by an expert guide who will tell you about the history of the places.

On returning to the ranch, you will have the opportunity to enjoy a lunch or dinner full of typical local products.

In case of food allergies and intolerances, you can contact the facility following your reservation.

Enjoy a fantastic sunset boat ride on Lake Garda around the Sirmione Peninsula with a glass of prosecco on board.

During the tour you will have the opportunity to take a complete tour around the Sirmione Peninsula, one of the most famous and important points of the whole Lake Garda. The departure will be directly from the Lungolago Diaz in Sirmione.

Points of interest include the Ex-villa of Maria Callas, the Aquaria Spa Center, the Boiola Thermal Spring, the Catullus Caves, the Scaliger Castle and the Medieval Port.

On board during the boat ride, a glass of Prosecco will be served to enjoy right on the lake with the sunset in the background.

The excursion is available daily from May to September.

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

Embark on an excursion to Garda Island, perfect for admiring the view the picturesque villas from the Lake.

Departure and return are set in Sirmione, and during the tour you will have the opportunity to see the Sirmione Peninsula, Rocca di Manerba, San Biagio Island, and Garda Island.

You can choose from three tours, varying in duration from 25 minutes to 1 hour and 30 minutes. In addition, you can opt for the 1 hour 30-minute tour with a sparkling wine aperitif and appetizers.

Depending on weather conditions and the skipper's decisions, stops may change.

Reservations for bachelor parties are not possible (for bachelorette parties is possible). 

Take a friendly walk with alpacas on the Serio River in Romano di Lombardia in the province of Bergamo.

Before starting the walk there will be a small briefing to get to know these docile and curious animals.

The walk begins at the ranch and continues through the landscape of the Serio River Park, before arriving at the river, a protected natural area rich in biodiversity and pristine habitats.

During the experience you can take souvenir photos with your new friends. 

An alpaca will be delivered for each adult couple.

Children, up to age 7, participate in the walk free of charge and must be accompanied by at least one adult.

Take a horseback ride along the banks of the Serio River, within the nature park of the same name on the border between the provinces of Bergamo and Cremona. Depart from Romano di Lombardia.

Relying on your guide you will have the opportunity to admire the protected natural area, rich in biodiversity and pristine habitats.

Before or after the horseback ride you can rest inside the center's characteristic clubhouse, enjoying an aperitif, or book lunches and dinners or stay in the comfortable B&B, all with a background of ambient music.

Enjoy this equestrian experience as a couple, with family, with friends, and ensure a moment of happiness and relaxation.

Enjoy a fantastic sunset boat ride on Lake Garda around the Sirmione Peninsula with a glass of prosecco on board.

During the tour you will have the opportunity to take a complete tour around the Sirmione Peninsula, one of the most famous and important points of the whole Lake Garda. The departure will be directly from the Lungolago Diaz in Sirmione.

Points of interest include the Ex-villa of Maria Callas, the Aquaria Spa Center, the Boiola Thermal Spring, the Catullus Caves, the Scaliger Castle and the Medieval Port.

On board during the boat ride, a glass of Prosecco will be served to enjoy right on the lake with the sunset in the background.

The excursion is available daily from May to September.

Vespa tour with rental on Lake Garda, with special emphasis of the food and wine part: you will go to discover the landscapes and flavors of Valpolicella, east of the lake, just above Verona.

Tour coordinates:

•    Starting point: Peschiera del Garda (or Bardolino)
•    Distance: 95 km
•    Duration: 8-9 hours

This itinerary was created in collaboration with Stefano Cantiero, one of the best experts on Veneto gastronomy. A culinary journey of discovery of tastes and smells awaits you: a breakfast in a small bakery; local cold cuts and cheeses; and the famous wines of Valpolicella. A full day of exciting tastes, breathtaking views and indelible impressions.

Program:

•    Stop for breakfast at a real bakery in the village (to be paid locally)
•    Have lunch at Valentino Marconi's with platters of typical cured meats and cheeses with wine to match.
•    Take a walking tour of the historic Veja Bridge on foot (15 min)
•    In the afternoon, a winery tour and wine tasting awaits you at Albino Armani's

Horseback riding on the banks of the Mincio River in Volta Mantovana.

During this horseback ride you will be accompanied by an experienced equestrian guide who will lead you to discover the river and the park of the same name.

Horseback ride with aperitif and lunch

To make your experience even richer, you can choose a tour with aperitif and lunch.

During this excursion, you can choose from 2 horseback rides depending on the duration:

•    2-hour ride, suitable for beginners
•    4-hour ride, recommended for those who already have horseback riding experience

Aperitif includes prosecco and appetizers varying with the season. For lunch, you can choose at the time from hot and cold dishes, piadinas, pints and more.

In addition, from midà May to midà September, you can access the swimming pool in which to relax following the walk.

•    For aperitif and lunch tours, access to the pool è included in the price.
•    Those who purchased only the walk will be able to pay on site for pool access at a cost of 10€ per person. 

The experience begins inside the winery, located in the Morenic Hills, south of Lake Garda, where you will be accompanied by a guide through the history of the winery. The visit will immerse you in the production processes of Mantua's best-known wines. Afterwards, a picnic will be organized in the vineyard with different courses made by the Chef of Relais "La Casina." Depending on the option chosen, the picnic may be preceded by a tasting of selected wines from the area.

The experience lasts about 2 hours and is suitable for everyone. Minors are not allowed to taste.

The Trellis

The guided tour of the wineries (at 10:00 am) is followed by a picnic in the vineyard (at 12:00 pm) of 4 courses, made by the Chef of the Relais "La Casina," paired with a bottle of wine (every 2 people) from the Garda or Colli line.

The Lymph

Guided tour of the wineries (at 10:00 am) is followed by a tasting of 3 wines of your choice from the winery's catalog with appetizer. The experience concludes with a picnic in the vineyard (at 12:00 noon) of 3 courses, created by the Chef of Relais "La Casina," paired with a bottle of wine (every 2 people) from the Garda or Colli line.

For children, the picnic consists of three courses by the Chef accompanied by a cold drink.

The picnic in the vineyard in lower Garda in Lonato will give you a relaxing experience while admiring picturesque views.

This tour includes a visit to the winery and a picnic in the vineyard. You will be provided with a blanket and picnic basket with:

•    bread
•    cured meats
•    cheese from Lombardy
•    can of 100% Turbiana white wine
•    1 bottle of water

This experience allows you to taste traditional flavors paired with local wine to give you an innovative and sustainable tasting experience.

In case of food allergies and intolerances you can contact the facility after booking.

The Mincio River Boat Tour from Mantua has a duration of one hour and will take you to discover the most famous architectural monuments and lakes surrounding the Lombard city.

You will sail the boat to Lake Inferiore, admiring the spectacle of the Gonzaga Palace that seems to float on the water and then enter "Vallazza," one of the most interesting wetland environments, now protected by the WWF.

During the excursion you can admire fauna and flora typical of this Nature Reserve.

The experience is suitable for everyone. Depending on weather conditions and skipper's decisions, the stages may be subject to change.

The boat tour with navigation on the Mincio River will take you through the shallow lakes of Mantua and the Mincio Oasis, surrounded by nature.

Departing from the Andes Wharf in Mantua, the navigation begins at 11:30 am. You will have a view of the Castle with its towers and, later, discover the famous Mincio Oasis, known for its water lilies and lotus flowers.

During the navigation you will be treated to a lunch on board based on typical Mantuan products, which includes:

•    Appetizer based on Mantuan cured meats
•    First course: traditional pumpkin and sausage lasagna
•    Middle course: roast of the Gonzaga ducal table with rosemary baked potatoes
•    Dessert: homemade sbrisolona - lemon sorbet
•    Mantuan Lambrusco DOC wine
•    Mineral water

The excursion lasts 3 hours and is suitable for everyone. Depending on weather conditions and skipper's decisions, the stages may be subject to change.

The e-bike tour in the Mincio Park is an evocative experience among unspoiled nature and picturesque landscapes. You will have the option to decide whether to rent the e-bikes for half a day or a full day. Otherwise you can decide to take one of the 2 proposed tours:

The vineyards, the winery and the PGI wine

(half-day - about 40 km): This cycling tour will take you to explore the picturesque vineyards and gentle ups and downs of the Moraine Hills. You will be accompanied by a bicycle tour guide who will lead you along alternative roads, allowing you to appreciate the unique views and atmosphere of this region. During the tour, you will pay a visit to the "Tenuta Maddalena Winery" in Volta Mantovana, where you can taste local wines and learn about the production process.

The Morainic Hills and Italy's Most Beautiful Villages.

(half day - about 40 km or full day - about 55 km): This cycling tour offers two options: a half day of about 40 km or a full day of about 55 km. Along the way, you will pass through the villages of Castellaro Lagusello and Borghetto di Valeggio S/M, both listed among the Most Beautiful Villages in Italy. You will be accompanied by a bicycle touring guide who will take you through alternative roads among the vineyards and gentle ups and downs of the Morainic Hills, as well as sections of the famous "Mantova - Peschiera" bicycle path.

Clothing tips: gusseted bike shorts, light windproof jacket, sunglasses, and water.