Top Lombardy Unique Experiences - page 3

Immerse yourself in a private dining experience at a local's home, enjoy an exclusive show cooking and taste authentic Bergamo recipes treasured in family cookbooks passed down by real Italian Mammas. Feel the warmth of Italian hospitality as you connect with local people. Enjoy a 4-course menu including starter, pasta, main course with side dish, dessert with drinks included (water, selection of red and white wines from local cellars and coffee). This experience is held by Cesarine: Italy’s oldest network of 1000+ home cooks all over the country in more than 500 cities. They are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.

Immerse yourself in local culture as you prepare a traditional Italian meal under the guidance of a Cesarina—an Italian certified home cook. Meet your host at their home in Mantua, get hands-on in the kitchen as you make three regional dishes, and pick up tips and techniques to help you recreate them back home. Finally, join your host for a delicious lunch or dinner, accompanied by Italian wines.

Immerse yourself in a private dining experience at a local's home, enjoy an exclusive show cooking and taste authentic recipes from Mantua treasured in family cookbooks passed down by real Italian Mammas. Feel the warmth of Italian hospitality as you connect with local people. Enjoy a 4-course menu including starter, pasta, main course with side dish, dessert with drinks included (water, selection of red and white wines from regional cellars and coffee). This experience is held by Cesarine: Italy’s oldest network of 1000+ home cooks all over the country in more than 500 cities. They are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.

Have you ever been to a local market and traditional food shop in Italy, full of ingredients you'd love to experiment with?This is your chance to visit a market with a local expert, choose your most inspiring ingredients, and create and name your very own two recipes.  Go food shopping with your Cesarina and choose 3-5 staple ingredients that capture your imagination before immersing yourself in a private cooking class at their home. With their expert guidance, you will learn how to prepare your chosen ingredients and make your own two Italian creations. Cultivate your creativity and confidence in the kitchen by adding an Italian flair to your dishes. Then, taste everything you have prepared accompanied by a selection of red and white local wines. Cesarine is Italy’s oldest network of 1000+ home cooks all over the country in more than 120 cities. They are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.

Step into a Milanese home and learn all the Italian secrets during this private 3-hour cooking class. Learn how to make three traditional foods from start to finish such as traditional Milanese risotto, Lombardy polenta, and Milanese meat dishes. After helping your host cook the delicious meal, sit down and enjoy the fruits of your labor with a glass of local red and white wines.

Engage your senses and discover one of Italy's most sought-after specialty products on a  private truffle hunt in Bellagio. Hike through family land on the Lake Como shores with local chef Luigi Gandola and his trained truffle-sniffing dog on a search for the rare, fragrant tubers and wild mushrooms. Take the harvest back to a Bellagio restaurant, where the chef will whip up a gourmet meal featuring truffle and mushroom dishes with wine, prepared just for your party.

Enjoy an alternative perspective of the sublime Piedmont region during an exhilarating 1-hour hot air balloon flight from Milan. From the unique vantage point of the hot air balloon, absorb sweeping panoramas of Piedmont, a mountainous expanse surrounded by the snow-capped spires of the Alps. Glide over dramatic valleys and undulating hills, allowing your attention to be directed to the ancient castles and bounteous vineyards that pepper the landscape. On landing, toast your experience with a glass of sparkling wine or juice and enjoy the convenience of round-trip transportation from Milan.

Return from Lake Como with new skills in the kitchen, and impress your friends and family as you recreate dishes learnt on this pasta cooking class. Taking place in the home of a local chef, the experience teaches you how to create fresh pasta from scratch, and prepare a sauce or dressing that’s typical in the north of Italy. All equipment is provided; you just need to roll your sleeves up and get involved.

Shop in one of the world’s most recognized fashion districts with this private, personal shopping experience in Milan. Hit the streets in style and get help from your personal shopper to find unique garments, shoes, and accessories that have come straight from the catwalk. Customize your shopping experience to suit your tastes and enjoy time in designer’s studios and boutique showrooms.

Escape the bustle of Milan on a private full-day tour of picturesque Lake Como with round-trip transport by fast train. Personalize the itinerary to suit your interests, with options such as visiting historic city center attractions like the 11th-century Basilica of Sant'Abbondio, taking the ferry (seasonal) between lakeside villages, enjoying a picnic next to the lake or a restaurant lunch on Isola Comacina (own expense), and more.

Go shopping in the fashion capital of Italy (and Europe some would say) on this half-day tour in Milan. Your guide provides a personalized tour tailored to your interests and budget. Get an introduction to the city’s best shops, ranging from luxury boutiques to family-owned businesses. Some options include the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele, Quadrilatero d’Oro, or the Brera district.

Eat your way around Milan’s trendiest foodie district on this 4-hour private tasting tour. Walk through the Brera neighborhood stopping at classic delis and cafes to sample delicious Milanese treats like risotto, coletta gelato, 24-month aged Parma ham, and much more. After all of this eating and walking, settle down at a delicious aperitivo in a trendy bar to end the night with a drink and some more nibbles.

Kickoff your trip to Milan with a private tour of the city sights. With this tour, you’ll get a great introduction to the city’s landmarks and neighborhoods while also learning how to navigate the city streets on your own. Your guide will make sure you make the most out of your trip to Milan by providing plenty of insider tips about the best local spots to visit as well as advice on how to avoid the tourist traps.

You will fly to the province of Milan just 50 minutes from the center. San Colombano al Lambro (35 km from the center of Milan) is an ex-club in the province of Milan, its territory is in fact completely surrounded by that of the province of Lodi and Pavia.

Explore the beautiful Franciacorta wine region on this full-day wine and shopping tour from Bergamo. Visit an award-winning winery to sample local wines, like Bollicine and Satin. Eat a light lunch and chat with vineyard owners and winemakers. Finish the day by shopping for designer deals at the Franciacorta outlet.

Immerse yourself in the wine and fashion culture of the Franciacorta region during this guided tour from Milan. Visit a local winery to learn about the winemaking process and taste some of the world-renowned local varietals, then sit down for a light lunch. Continue to the popular Franciacorta Outlets to shop for famous Italian designer products at deeply discounted prices. Round-trip transportation from Milan is included.

Learn about the world’s premier fashion capital on this private tour through Milan’s fashion district. Explore the Navigli district and explore its canals and discover a few hidden, fashion gems like local artisan boutiques as well as big-name designer stores while learning about the fashion industry from your informative guide.

Learn to make an authentic Italian pizza with the benefit of a hands-on cooking class in Milan. Discover the art of perfecting your pizza dough and how to choose combinations of toppings for your pizza. Afterward, enjoy a meal of the pizza made during the class accompanied by wine, beer, or soft drinks. You can also receive online support from the chef and access the updated video course later when preparing pizza at home.

Flytographer 120 Minute Vacation Photoshoot Connect with a local professional photographer in Milan and capture your most memorable moments during this private photoshoot. Get insider tips on the best things to do in Milan, including where to eat and what to see from your vacation photographer.  Return from your trip with beautiful, high-quality, vacation photos. The best souvenir ever.

Flytographer 90 Minute Vacation Photoshoot Connect with a local professional photographer in Milan and capture your most memorable moments during this private photoshoot. Get insider tips on the best things to do in Milan, including where to eat and what to see from your vacation photographer.  Return from your trip with beautiful, high-quality, vacation photos. The best souvenir ever.

Flytographer 60 Minute Vacation Photoshoot Connect with a local professional photographer in Milan and capture your most memorable moments during this private photoshoot. Get insider tips on the best things to do in Milan, including where to eat and what to see from your vacation photographer.  Return from your trip with beautiful, high-quality, vacation photos. The best souvenir ever.

Cherish the memories you’ve made in Milan forever with this private photographer session with a local photographer. Choose from an array of iconic locations such as the Duomo, Vittorio Emanuele Gallery, the Brera district, or choose your favorite spot. Meet your photographer at your chosen spot for your shoot and then receive high-resolution photographs delivered straight to your email just a few days later.

Flytographer  120 Minute Vacation Photoshoot Connect with a local professional photographer in Lake Como and capture your most memorable moments during this private photoshoot. Get insider tips on the best things to do in Lake Como, including where to eat and what to see from your vacation photographer.  Return from your trip with beautiful, high-quality, vacation photos. The best souvenir ever.

Capture memories of your Italian vacation during this private photography session in Lake Como. Choose from pre-set routes to take photos in stunning places like Menaggio, Varenna, and Bellagio or customize your own route. Sessions can be booked for individuals, couples, or groups and receive 45 high-resolution digital photos no more than five days after the shoot.