10 Scenic Railroads in Lombardy That You Shouldn't Miss

July 14, 2021 Merry Kessler

Lombardy (/ˈlɒmbərdi/ LOM-bər-dee; Italian: Lombardia [lombarˈdiːa]; Lombard: Lumbardia, pronounced: (Western Lombard) [lumbarˈdiːa], (Eastern Lombard) [lombarˈdeːa]) is one of the twenty administrative regions of Italy, in the northwest of the country, with an area of 23,844 square kilometres (9,206 sq mi). About 10 million people, forming one-sixth of Italy's population, live in Lombardy and about a fifth of Italy's GDP is produced in the region, making it the most populous and richest region in the country and one of the richest regions in Europe. Milan, Lombardy's capital, is the second-largest city and the largest metropolitan area in Italy.
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1. Sirmione, Lake Garda and Desenzano del Garda Tour by Train from Milan

Milan, Milan, Lombardy Veditalia - Day Tours
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Lake Garda is Italy’s largest lake, but there’s more than just the amazing Alpine scenery, mild climate and picturesque villages that keeps drawing visitors. On this day trip from Milan by train, visit the fascinating ancient Roman villas, castles and caves surrounding Lake Garda with an expert guide. Visit the old port of Desenzano del Garda and take a boat cruise to Sirmione for guided tours of the historical and archaeological treasures from thousands of years ago, plus enjoy free time to explore more on your own.

Inclusions: Professional guide, Lake Garda cruise

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

Reviewed By mattwN731OW

My girlfriend and I had just a single full day to spend exploring on a quick stop through Milan last September, 2019. I sort of fancy myself as a bit of an amateur historian and planned to explore the city on my own, but she knew better and booked us for the "Milan in 1 Day" tour with Veditalia. Am I ever glad she did! I had never been to Milan before and had a pretty lengthy list of things I wanted to see if ever one day I would visit. We saw most of the items on that list, and discovered many great sights that weren't on the list (but should have been) as well. And our guide for the day, Charlie, was perhaps the best and most delightfully unexpected discovery of them all! He was organized, well spoken, charming, humorous and very knowledgeable about not only the attractions on our itinerary, their history and cultural significance, but also seamlessly weaved in with that their relationship with life in the city over time up to and including the issues of life in modern Italy today. I gained a new appreciation for and understanding of Italy that I totally was not expecting. I could not ask for more than that! Thank you Charlie. And thank you Veditalia. You were a personal force-multiplier for my enjoyment of a trip I'd dreamed about making for decades. I will definitely book with you again on my next visit. :)

2. Bologna in a Day from Milan with Food and Wine Tasting - small group tour

Milano Centrale Railway Station, Piazza Duca d'Aosta, 1, 20124 Milano MI, Italy Your Travel Diary
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Located in the heart of Emilia Romagna, it is indeed a heady mix of culture, history, stunning architecture and of course food. It is its reputation for food that earns it the “food valley” of Italy tag, known worldwide for its commitment and traditions to creating authentic food dictated by centuries-old regulations, restaurants and street food. in a day one of the most famous and wonderful Italian cities.  Ready for your gastronomic route through Bologna, the capital of Italian food. Enjoy culture, history and delicatessen directly from Milan (departure from Central Station in Milan ) There’s so much to do in Bologna and its surrounding areas that it needs time to be fully appreciated. The best thing you can do in the centre of the Old Town is to put on your most comfortable walking shoes and traverse the streets and narrow, cobbled laneways with your Guide.

Inclusions: Tour escort at disposal full day, Food and wine tasting, Train tickets

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities

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!

3. Full-Day Lake Garda and Desenzano del Garda from Milan - small group tour

Central Station area, Milan, Metropolitan City of Milan, Italy Your Travel Diary
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Discover the beauties of Garda Lake with a private guide at your disposal from Milan. Escape from the crowded city and jump into the peacefulness of the lake. Visit Italy’s largest Lake, with its picturesque landscapes rich of historical heritage and charm. Get the train from Milan to Desenzano Del Garda and then enjoy a boat tour to Sirmione with its beautiful Roman villa and the Grottoes of Catullus (Grotte di Catullo) independently. After the tour you'll have free time strolling around the narrow streets and time for lunch. Your guide will take you to a famous Ice cream cafe where you can taste the authentic and delicious Italian made gelato. Return to Desenzano by boat for some shopping and train to Milan Central Station with your guide.

Inclusions: Professional Tour Escort at disposal full day, Ice cream tasting in Sirmione, Train Tickets, Boat tour

Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities

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!

4. 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!

5. 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

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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.

6. Bernina express private tour

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Discover the enchanting beauty of the Alps on board the highest train in Europe with an expert guide. Through breathtaking landscapes you will arrive in Switzerland in the tourist town of St. Moritz. Here you can taste delicious desserts or go shopping in luxurious shops. • 2-hour and 20-minute train ride • English explanation on the train • Taste the delicate chocolates in a renowned pastry shop • Stroll through the luxurious shops • Travel by comfortable minivan

Inclusions: Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Round-trip private transfer, Air-conditioned vehicle, Bottled water, Private transportation, Train ticket for the St Moritz-Tirano route or vice-versa, Guided visit in St. Moritz, Explanation on board the train

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Tips

Reviewed By Seaside08192962311

This tour was great. I would like to thank our driver FIlipo, and tour guide for an amazing time. Would definitely recommend!

7. Bernina Express and Sankt Moritz PRIVATE Guided Tour

Lake Como Guided Tours
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Start from Milan (7 am), Como (8 am), Varenna or Menaggio (8:50 am) or any other town on the route. Drive to Tirano (about 2 hours) with views and experiences along the famous Valtellina valley with its vineyards, apples cultivations and food specialties. In Tirano you take the famous Bernina Red Train (Bernina Express), a journey of 2 hours via the Bernina Pass, a breath-taking journey in the Alps. Guided visit of Sankt Moritz. Lunch on your own. Extra costs: lunch, train tickets (about Euro 20 per person, will be bought at Tirano Station). Make sure you have a valid passport control (Switzerland is not part of EU). We suggest comfortable clothes and weather forecast (see here). The guided tour can be exclusive, if requested.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, WiFi on board, Guided visit

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Reviewed By emmasI3825GR

We had an unbelievable time on this tour! Giovanni couldn’t do enough for us and showed us lots of lovely towns and buildings. He asked us what we were interested in beforehand and catered to our needs. I could not recommend this tour enough!

8. Tour to Bernina Express and Swiss Alps with Hotel Pick Up

Excelsior Hotel Gallia, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Milan, Piazza Duca d'Aosta, 9, 20124 Milano MI, Italy TAOTRAVEL
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Discover the enchanting beauty of the Alps on board the highest train in Europe with an expert guide. Through breathtaking landscapes you will arrive in Switzerland in the tourist town of St. Moritz. Here you can taste delicious desserts or go shopping in luxurious shops. • 2-hour and 20-minute train ride • English explanation on the train • Taste the delicate chocolates in a renowned pastry shop • Stroll through the luxurious shops • Travel by comfortable coach

Inclusions: Pick up from your hotel, Round-trip private transfer, Air-conditioned vehicle, Professional guide, Second class standard train ticket for the St Moritz-Tirano route or vice-versa, Visit in St. Moritz, Explanation on board the train

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Reviewed By youngnanna

Early morning start for the day from Milan. First part of journey is by coach. Amazing scenery along the way. Only down side was the first stop for toilet and coffee if required. Establishment either not prepared for the huge influx of people and buses. One was lucky to get to the toilet let alone get coffee. Ohh and another negative, the rude fellow passengers who have scant regard for arriving back in allocated time. Lovely lunch before boarding the Red train( no it’s not the Bernina) however the trip was spectacular. We were fortunate there had been heavy snowfalls the day before. A trip not to be missed.

9. Lake Como Day Trip from Milan: Varenna, Bellagio, and Tremezzo - small group

Central Station area, Milan, Metropolitan City of Milan, Italy Your Travel Diary
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Visit the beautiful Lake Como departing from Milan by train. Your professional guide will give you the opportunity to explore the fascinating town of Varenna, departing for a boat-cruise on the lake to reach the charming village of Bellagio, pearl of the Como Lake. After lunch you will continue to Villa Carlotta with its magnificent botanic garden and art masterpieces in over 70.000 square meters of gardens and museum. Certainly, this land is beautiful… magnificent ridges are harmoniously combined here with waters of the crystal-clear lake and the human touch in the form of refined architectural constructions and centuries of history are waiting to reveal their secrets. After the tour your guide will escort you back to Milan.

Inclusions: Professional guide, Round-trip train travel between Milan and Varenna, Walking tours in Varenna and Bellagio

Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities, 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!

10. Swiss Alps Bernina Express Rail Tour from Milan

Milan Visitor Center - Zani Viaggi, Largo Cairoli, 18, 20121 Milano MI, Italy Zani Viaggi Day Tours
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Take a ride on the Bernina Express, Switzerland's alpine delight. This train journey takes you along one of the most beautiful railway routes in the world – now a UNESCO World Heritage Site – through the Bernina Pass to the exclusive resort of St Moritz at the ‘Top of the World.’ Enjoy a round-trip scenic coach trip and ride a bright red rail car, passing unrivaled landscapes amid the towering peaks of the Swiss Alps, including time to spend in charming Tirano and St Mortiz.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Professional guide, The tour may be bilingual. Please check at reservation., Bernina train ticket (2nd class)

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

Reviewed By adcdiving

Como, the largest city in this region. Along the way we are regularly treated to beautiful views of small villages on the other side of the lake. The radiant sun makes it even more idyllic, but otherwise there is little to do in this region (at this time of year).

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