Best 10 experiences in the Mincio Valley

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

Vespa tour with rental on Lake Garda, without a guide. Thanks to the tour organization, you will be suggested a specific route that you can follow (also useful to avoid traffic), with many stops organized in local places, where you will have a reserved seat and special treatment.

Tour coordinates:

•    Choice of starting point: Peschiera/ Desenzano/ Bardolino/ Malcesine/ Riva/ Salò/ Moniga/ Torbole
•    Distance: 150 km (two and a half to three hours driving, total)
•    Duration: about 9 hours

Many people, trying to take a tour around Lake Garda leave frustrated as the only road along the shore is clogged with traffic, parking lots are all busy, and restaurants are full.

With this tour we guarantee you the most pleasant thrills as well as:

•    the opportunity to visit both sides of Lake Garda while avoiding traffic
•    the opportunity to take pictures in places where any person with a car could not stop even for a second
•    the most fascinating views of the lake and its shores
•    crossing the lake by ferry, skipping the waiting line
•    the chance to taste the best dishes in Tremosine at a special discount
•    the best table at a local restaurant
•    the opportunity to ride through one of the most mysterious gorges in Italy on your own
•    a 300cc or 125cc scooter equipped with navigator, Internet access, digital guide and a top case for your purchases

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

Visit and wine tasting

The experience includes the winery tour includes the tasting of a selection of 4 wines accompanied by a board of local products.

3-course lunch

In addition to the winery tour and tasting of 4 wines, è lunch is included with a first course of your choice from the menu, a side dish of seasonal vegetables, a dessert of your choice from the menu, water, coffeeè and cover charge, while wines are excluded.

Deluxe Lunch (From 2 to 10 people)

In addition to the winery tour, è included is the 5-course tasting menuù paired with locally produced wines. The menuù changes according to seasonality (è you can contact the property 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 the’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 facility at the time of booking. Vegetarian options are available, which must be notified at least 72 hours in advance to the facility.

Deluxe tasting is done along with lunch.

Languages available: Italian and English.

This experience è was designed for those who want to disconnect from the daily routine and spend a relaxing day surrounded by nature among the vineyards of Valpolicella.

The day will begin with a visit to the vineyards and the winery, where you will learn about wine production techniques and the history of the winery.

Afterwards, you will enjoy a selection of 5 classic Valpolicella wines, accompanied by typical local products such as salami, cheese and other products.

The experience will culminate with a picnic among the vineyards, during which you can enjoy local delicacies prepared especially for the occasion.

The picnic basket will include:

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•    Antipasto: stuffed focaccia
•    First course: baked lasagna with ragù
•    Side dish of the day
•    Chocolate dessert
•    1 glass of Valpolicella Classico
•    Water

Everything will be enjoyed in a charming atmosphere, among the colors and scents of nature.

In case of allergies, intolerances or food preferences è you can contact the facility after booking.

In case of bad weather the experience will be rescheduled and lunch eaten in the indoor halls.

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.

Enjoy an original experience in the heart of Franciacorta with a quad bike tour suitable for everyone, even those who have never ridden on an ATV.

You will be able to choose one of two available tours:

Aperitivo (3 hours)

The quad bike tour with aperitif includes a loop through the vineyards with departure and arrival in Erbusco, near Brescia.

Halfway through the tour an aperitif awaits you in a place overlooking the Torbiere del Sebino Nature Reserve.

•    25+15 km
•    2h30' of actual driving
•    Total duration: 3h

Tasting (3h30')

During the excursion with tasting you can visit one of the most renowned wineries in Franciacorta.

•    25+10 km
•    2h of driving
•    1h visit to a winery + 2/3 Franciacorta tastings
•    Total duration: 3h30min

Wineries visited: Contadi Castaldi (usually Saturday afternoon), Ferghettina (usually Sunday morning) and Ronco Calino.

In case rain is expected, you will be contacted by phone the day before. It is possible to take turns while driving.

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

Vespa tour with rental on Lake Garda, without a guide. Thanks to the tour organization, you will be suggested a specific route that you can follow (also useful to avoid traffic), with many stops organized in local places, where you will have a reserved seat and special treatment.

Tour coordinates:

•    Choice of starting point: Peschiera/ Desenzano/ Bardolino/ Malcesine/ Riva/ Salò/ Moniga/ Torbole
•    Distance: 150 km (two and a half to three hours driving, total)
•    Duration: about 9 hours

Many people, trying to take a tour around Lake Garda leave frustrated as the only road along the shore is clogged with traffic, parking lots are all busy, and restaurants are full.

With this tour we guarantee you the most pleasant thrills as well as:

•    the opportunity to visit both sides of Lake Garda while avoiding traffic
•    the opportunity to take pictures in places where any person with a car could not stop even for a second
•    the most fascinating views of the lake and its shores
•    crossing the lake by ferry, skipping the waiting line
•    the chance to taste the best dishes in Tremosine at a special discount
•    the best table at a local restaurant
•    the opportunity to ride through one of the most mysterious gorges in Italy on your own
•    a 300cc or 125cc scooter equipped with navigator, Internet access, digital guide and a top case for your purchases

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.

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

Horseback riding among the vineyards in Franciacorta near Lake Iseo from Corte Franca will provide a unique activity immersed in the tranquility of nature.

Available rides are 1 or 2 hours and extend through local vineyards passing through villages and some of the most renowned wineries such as Berlucchi.

The walks are suitable for all levels of experience, and the instructor will teach you the basics of riding as well as accompany you throughout the itinerary.

Sportswear with long pants and closed shoes is required to participate in the activity.

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.

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 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.

Horseback riding in the countryside between Lake Garda and Verona.

On arrival at the stables, after a brief introduction on the basics of horseback riding, you will set off on your ride. You will be able to choose between 2 different types of outings depending on the duration.

Accompanied by an equestrian guide, you will be able to walk on horseback and discover the wonderful natural landscapes of the Moreniche Hills of Custoza. Surrounded by unspoiled nature, hills and vineyards, you can relax and rediscover the beauty of the countryside.

A hike with llamas and alpacas of about an hour in the Moraine Hills. The trail è is 3-4km and will last about 1 hour.  

You will walk with docile and soft alpacas and llamas along trails, dirt roads and short sections of roads with low traffic.

Through forests, peat bogs, meadows and cultivated fields you will have the opportunity to appreciate the beauty offered by the Morenic Hills and the municipalities of Castiglione delle Stiviere, Lonato del Garda and Solferino.

During the summer season, alpaca walks are suspended due to the excessively hot weather.

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.