Top Milan Outdoor Activities

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.

Pedal off the beaten path on a 3-hour bike tour of Milan’s tucked-away treasures. See many of the city center’s iconic highlights, and then venture into a less-visited neighborhood for a glimpse into real Milanese life. Hear local legends and enjoy the freedom and flexibility of traveling by bike. Stop at a typical Italian café to refuel with delectable ice cream, espresso or a cocktail.

Go beyond Milan to discover a world of Swiss-Italian mountains and meadows from the seat of the red Bernina Express train. Known as one of the world’s most scenic train journeys complete with ice fields and waterfalls, the Bernina Express is a bucket list trip but the logistics can be tricky. This day trip makes it easy, packaging coach transport from Milan with a round-trip Bernina Express ticket from Tirano to glitzy St. Moritz. You even get a lunch stop in the cuisine-rich Valtellina region.

See Milan from another perspective with this exciting guided bicycle tour of Italy's fashion capital. Opt to take the tour in the morning, afternoon or evening and then hop on a mountain bike to tour the city. With your guide leading the way, pedal past some of the city's main attractions, such as the Duomo and the Sforza Castle, as well as off-the-beaten path landmarks. Numbers are limited to ten on this small-group Milan bike tour, ensuring you’ll see the sights with personalized attention from your guide.

Experience the beauty of Lake Como and the stunning views from atop the Swiss and Italian Alps on this full-day tour from Milan. Stop in the historic lakeshore village of Varenna—one of the lake’s most charming—and enjoy lunch in the Valtellina valley before ascending the Alps on the scenic Bernina Express train. The UNESCO-listed ride lets you straddle two countries and one of Europe’s great mountain ranges.

Enjoy your relaxing day in the Nature while hiking in the Pre-Alps of Como with your tour guide. If you are sporty and like to stay fit, choose this guided tour to go hiking from 800 to 1600 meters altitude above sea level and feel and breath fresh clean air, all the year, walk along a little forest, while walking reach the top of Monuntain St. Primo, near Bellagio from where you will see the fantastic panorama of Lake Como and of the mountains all around, you will have a three hours hiking across the country Pre-Apls of Como, near Bellagio, in the mountains. This is a private guided tour for your group only or only for you if you are a single tourist. Starting from Milan or Como it takes about 40 minutes to reach the mountains (20 minutes only from Bellagio)then on foot the path to to top of the mountain takes about two hours to get to the peak and one hour to get back. The total time for this guided tour is about five hours including transfers and hiking time.

Take an unforgettable rail tour through the majestic Swiss Alps on this day trip from Milan. Ride the rails along the spectacular Bernina Pass to the famous resort town of St Moritz. Admire the UNESCO-listed scenery along the railway route. Explore the picturesque town on your own before the return trip to Milan.

Depart from Milan and journey toward the beautiful cities of Como and Bellagio on a full-day tour including a cruise on Lake Como. Ride north with a guide and a small group, arriving at the charming lakeside town of Como. Set off on a lake cruise through the mountainous, fairytale landscape that has inspired countless artists and celebrities, and enjoy leisure time to explore the picturesque shoreline village of Bellagio.

Nice view of lake Como and surrounding plus the several little villages around the water or clinged on the side of the Italian Alps. Learn a bit about local history, geography, food and wine. Your lunch possibly in a typical restaurant and the interesting visit to a winery!

Board the Bernina Express, the historic red Swiss mountain train, for a ride along one of the most beautiful railway routes in the world. After a coach ride from Milan to Tirano, board the train to travel on the UNESCO-listed Bernina Express route with its unsurpassed alpine views. Look out at the Swiss Alps as you ride along the Bernina Pass to St Moritz, and then enjoy free time to explore the chic mountain town before your return to Milan.

For a Lake Como day trip from Milan, look no further. A great way to discover the timeless beauty of the Italian lakes, this experience includes a walking tour of the chic lake town of Como plus a Lake Como cruise to see snow-peaked mountains and luxury lakeside villas from the water. In the summer, visit the village of Bellagio for free time to eat and explore. In the winter, take a gondola ride from Como to Brunate to soak up the lakeland views.

The lakes and mountains of Italy and Switzerland are in easy reach of Milan, but it’s difficult to know the best spots to visit and how to reach them if you’re new to the area. This Lake Como and Bernina Express tour makes the stunning scenery accessible with round-trip coach transport from Milan, a ride on one of the world’s most famous alpine train routes, and free time in the glamorous ski town of St. Moritz.

Leave the hustle and bustle of Milan to explore some of northern Italy’s most romantic regions. Visit Verona, known as “Little Rome,” due to the number of ancient Roman monuments in the city like the amphitheater. After seeing Juliet’s famous balcony, head to the medieval village of Sirmione, and sample their local food and wine, before crossing Lake Garda to the historic village of Desenzano.

Discover the Cinque Terre of Italy’s Riviera on this full-day trip from Milan. Drive along this UNESCO-listed coast, home to the five colorful villages of Riomaggiore, Manarola, Corniglia, Vernazza and Monterosso. Explore cliffside Manarola independently, and take the coastal train to Monterosso for more free time to relax, eat, and stroll. Finish with a scenic boat trip, admiring the cliff-perched villages from the sea. Round-trip coach transport and Milan hotel pickup included.

Take a journey to the Swiss Alps on the Green Train from Milan. Pass through a number of villages including Domodossola and Spiez until you reach the beautiful Interlaken. Snap some photos of the lakes and the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau mountains that reflect off the blue waters. Learn the history of each area from your guide as you take in the lush scenery of these Alpine villages.

Leave urban Milan for the day and spend some time at picturesque Lake Maggiore, located in Italy's Lake District. Explore the chic town of Stresa, learning about the area's history from your guide and perusing the shops. Then hop on a boat for a cruise around the lake, and take in the scenery of the water and surrounding mountains. Visit Isola dei Pescatori, where you have free time to explore, and then explore Borromeo Palace in Isola Bella, before making the return trip to Milan.

Discover the beauty of Lake Como on a day-long excursion from Milan, and spend time in Como and Bellagio—the lake’s must-visit towns. After a visit to the Romanesque Basilica di Sant’Abbondio and Villa Olmo in Como, see the sights from the water on a lake cruise. Stop to explore Bellagio, then cruise to Cadenabbia before your return to Milan.

Leave the bustling city of Milan behind and enjoy a day in Italy’s beautiful lake district. Visit the picturesque Lake Como that sits at the bottom of the Alps and explore its quaint villages. Head to the towns of Varenna, Menaggio, and Bellagio by ferry for gorgeous lake views and in the winter months, take the funicular to the mountain village of Brunate.

Visit the town of Bergamo on a half-day tour from Milan. Located at the foot of the Alps, the ‘Città Alta’—the high city—is filled with historic buildings dating back to medieval times. Learn about the history of the city from your guide and view landmarks such as the St. Maria Maggiore cathedral and the city walls that stretch for more than 5 kilometers.

Take a journey in the soul of the fashion and economic heart of Italy, dive in a city full of history and unveil its many faces. An experience not only of historical heritage but of the changing urban landscape. Cycle your way into its neighbourhoods, narrowed streets and parks. Discover the places of excellence that have made the italian city famous throughout the world. Explore the old, welcome the new! Marvel at the past, enjoy the present and mesmerise at the future of Milan ​ WARNING: this is not a classical tour. With us you will have a 360° view of the city: not only of the most important historic monuments like the Duomo Cathedral, Brera, Sempione Park but also of popular local and places.

Find out how it feels to drive a Ferrari during this exciting Milan tour. With an instructor, you'll have the chance to speed along the road in this iconic sports car as you discover the power of its engine.

Get out of Milan for the day and explore the Italian Riviera, seeing the seaside port town of Genoa and prettied-up Portofino on this action-packed guided tour. Learn about the history of both towns, as you take a guided walking tour of Genoa and then take some free time to discover Portofino on your own.

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.

Spend a day discovering the Cinque Terre on a private trip from Milan. You'll travel to the UNESCO-listed coast by luxury vehicle, then enjoy a walking tour of the area before cruising between the Cinque Terre's pretty coastal villages by boat. Gaze out at the candy-colored houses stacked into the cliffs and impressive sea views, and stop for a wine tasting with appetizers half-way through the day. Along the way, you'll learn about the region and hear tips for restaurants to visit from your own private guide.