This luxurious 7-day getaway has been customized to uncover the delicious fare of the area and to lead you to the best areas around the lake. Luxuriate in Milan for a day before venturing to the gorgeous lakeside destinations of Como, Lenno, Bellagio, and Lecco. Literally, taste your way around the lake with sumptuous dinners and exclusive food tours that await you at every destination. A trip to Lake Como is a discovery of stunning landscapes and mouthwatering cuisine.
Customizable Itinerary
Day 1
Milan – Walking Food Tour
Your luxurious 7-day getaway to discover the gastronomic secrets of Lake Como will begin when you land at Milan’s Malpensa Airport. When you land, you will be greeted and transferred to your luxurious accommodation in the center of the city. After settling in, an expert guide will lead you on an engaging walking food tour. One of the first stops will be a meat shop, where you will sample some of the finest cured meats, including Milanese salami. Next, you will visit a local restaurant, where you will learn about and taste some typical dishes of Milan. No meal would be complete without dessert, and your tour will culminate with a visit to a local bakery.
What's Included:
Day 2
Como – Como Cathedral and Tiramisu Class
Day 3
Como – Indulge in a Private Wine Tasting
Day 4
Lenno – Tour of Tremezzina Villas
Day 5
Bellagio – Pasta-Making Class
Day 6
Lecco – Prosciutto and Cheese Factory Tour
Day 7
Lecco – Depart for Home
Trip Highlights
- Immerse yourself in the flavors of Milan with an exclusive walking food tour of the city
- Discover the process of crafting tiramisu, which is a traditional Italian dessert, during a private cooking class
- Sip on some of the most delectable Italian wine, including red and white varieties, during a private wine tasting in Como
- Explore some of the stunning villas of the Tremezzina area, including Villa Balbianello and Villa Carlotta
- Uncover your inner chef as you learn how to make traditional pasta dough during an exclusive pasta-making course
- Indulge in visits to the lively neighborhoods of Bellagio, Pescallo, and Loppia
- Sample authentic prosciutto and mouthwatering cheeses, which are specialties of the area
Detailed Description
A culinary tour of Lake Como is an authentic discovery of the Italian culture and lifestyle. Your luxurious 7-day getaway will begin with one night in the captivating city of Milan. During your first afternoon, you will embark on an intriguing food tour through the city with a private guide. From Milanese specialties to sweet desserts, you will visit multiple culinary destinations and taste several mouthwatering dishes. Your excitement will build as you return to your accommodation and prepare to transfer to Lake Como.
On the second morning of the trip, you will depart Milan and begin the picturesque expedition to Como, which is a city situated on the southern coast of Lake Como. The first sights that you catch of the lake will be incredible. Upon your arrival, your expert guide will lead you on a private tour of the ancient Como Cathedral. After your memorable visit, you will venture to a local bakery for a hands-on cooking class that will teach you how to craft the delicious Italian dessert of tiramisu. This sweet treat will be the ultimate way to conclude your day. The following day will be highlighted with an excursion to the town of Brunate and an exclusive wine tasting. The views of Lake Como from Brunate are breathtaking, and every sip of wine will be utterly delightful.
The following morning, you will sail across Lake Como to the next destination of Lenno. Your engaging tour in the afternoon will lead you to some of the area’s incredible villas, including Villa Balbianello in Lenno and Villa Carlotta in Tremezzo. Elegance and sophistication will emanate from the walls as you travel through the gorgeous rooms. The day will conclude with a multi-course dinner at a lakeside restaurant. With amazing views and delicious food, you will indulge in another amazing night under the scenic guidance of Lake Como.
The next day, you will set sail for the idyllic village of Bellagio. A private tour of the village will immerse you in the lifestyle of the area. Later in the day, you will head to an authentic restaurant for a private pasta-making class. Professional chefs will teach you how to make traditional pasta dough, and you will then indulge in your appetizing creations for dinner. The next morning, you will travel to your final destination of Lecco, where you will explore the cuisine of the area with visits to prosciutto and cheese factories. Delectable scents and delicious bites at both destinations will make for another memorable day. Sadly, the next morning, a private transfer will lead you back to Milan’s Malpensa Airport for the return flight as your vacation comes to a wonderful close.
Starting Price
$3,200 per person (excluding international flights)
Your Zicasso trip is fully customizable, and this sample itinerary is a starting place for your travel plans. Actual costs are dynamic, and your selection of accommodations and activities, your season of travel, and other such variables will bring this budget guideline up or down. Throughout your planning experience with your Zicasso specialist, your itinerary is designed around your budget. You can book your trip when you are satisfied with every detail. Planning your trip with a Zicasso travel specialist is a free service.
What's Included
The starting price is based on travel during the low season for a minimum of two travelers staying in shared 3-star accommodations. Please inquire for a custom trip quote based on your travel preferences and travel dates.
Reviews of Zicasso's Referral Service
4.9 stars based on 5805 reviews.
Zicasso’s travel company was wonderful in planning our trip on short notice and in line with our requests and preferences. Their suggestions of what to do and where to stay were perfect. And when we accidentally got off on the wrong island, the travel company quickly got us new ferry tickets to get to the right place. It was all seamless.
Reviewed By Sherry G.
This trip was the greatest week of our lives! Everything planned was better than I could have imagined. The private drivers being coordinated behind the scenes made the trip so easy and removed all the stress of trying to navigate a new country. Every driver and our tour guide was so nice and I feel like we made friends with all of them.
My favorite part of the trip was definitely the cooking classes and that every tour was private and intimate for my wife and I. The connections Zicasso’s travel agent hooked us up with made the trip the most memorable experience. Our travel agent and the travel company took special care of all the tiny details of the trip; our hotel knew it was my birthday and had a special surprise for me! I’m beyond thankful for the perfect honeymoon they provided my wife and I.
Reviewed By Branson S.
The accommodations and private tours were worth the extra money. Our drivers were professional and helpful.
Reviewed By Claudia R.
The overall trip was great. The weather was terrific and the countries we visited had so much to see. Zicasso's tour company did a good job of balancing relaxation with fun. Each of the guides we had was so pleasant and shared so much information with us. They were very attentive to our needs.
Reviewed By Nisha V.
Wow, where to begin. This trip was an absolute dream.
When I first spoke to Zicasso’s travel consultant, I told her my main travel concern: traveling with nine- and 15-year-old boys as a single mom in Italy. I was excited to take the trip with them, but I really needed something that was meticulously planned to take away the nerves of having to navigate alone with two kids. She listened and executed the most beautiful trip.
She planned activities that captured the attention and imagination of a fourth grader and a teenager. And the experiences were unique. Probably the highlight of the trip was a truffle hunt with the hunter and his dog in the countryside outside of Florence. My oldest wants to move to Florence and start hunting! We had a personalized cooking class, a private Vespa tour of Rome, and a delicious and informative art and food tour, among other amazing experiences. As we were sending photos back home, I got so many requests for our itinerary because it was so special and unique. Both boys were hard-pressed to choose which part they liked best.
The hotels she selected were beautiful, comfortable, and right in the heart of the cities and attractions we wanted to see. When we encountered a small hiccup (by our hotel, not our travel agent), I contacted her and she responded right away, getting us a free room upgrade and free dinner! We felt very taken care of.
Aside from the amazing activities and locations we saw, the trip was fantastic because everything was so seamless. We always had a private driver arranged, pre-booked train tickets, and even someone to make sure we made it on time for our flight home. I never had to worry about a thing. It was also telling that every tour guide we interacted with had only glowing things to say about our travel agent and her keen attention to detail and organization.
If you're planning on visiting Italy, this travel company is the travel agency you need to select. It takes any of the stress and guesswork out of the travel process, and all you have to do is show up and enjoy.
Thank you so much! You helped us make some amazing memories!
Stephanie
Reviewed By Stephanie S.
This was possibly the best vacation we have ever taken. A fitting trip to mark our 25th anniversary, we will remember our days in Positano and Sorrento forever. Everything was perfect and the service and support were extraordinary.
Zicasso's travel specialist and the other people were always super-helpful and friendly. The hotels they chose for us in particular were exactly what we wanted. I can’t think of a single issue. Transport, transfers, etc., were perfect. The only bad part was that we had to return to normal life afterwards! We highly recommend our travel company to anyone! Grazie mille!
Reviewed By Mauro A.
