Top Milan Outdoor Activities

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.

Tap into the beauty of Italy’s famous Cinque Terre coast on this day trip from Milan. Travel in the comfort of a coach bus to the terraced landscape of five cliff-side villages and experience the landscapes by boat as you make your way from Monterosso to La Spezia. This tour includes plenty of free time to explore Monterosso and Manarola, as well as a scenic train trip between the two towns. This Cinque Terre day trip showcases the best of this stunning destination and offers travelers a hassle-free way to explore all the highlights.

Explore the city of Milan and Leonardo da Vinci’s masterpiece, Last Supper, on this half-day tour. Visit the main attractions of the city including the Duomo, Galleria Vittorio Emmanuele, and Sforza Castle and learn the history of each attraction. Head to Santa Maria delle Grazie and skip the line to admire the masterpiece of the Last Supper as you listen to informative commentary about the piece and the artist.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Active tours, guided by geologists, archaeologists and natural Scientists, to discover nature, landscapes, history and traditions of Italy, off the typical tourist routes. We combine active experiences such as Hiking, Mountain Biking, Canoeing and cultural Experiences connected with typical Food, Wine and History. During the tour the Guide offers you a small snack to taste the tyipical local products. This is a chance to explore the Pian di Spagna Natural Reserve from the water, in the peaceful silence of the wild nature, like the swans do! The whole time we are surrounded by vertical and gorgeous Alpine Mountains. An enchanting excursion, with our 3 seater Canadian canoes, paddling in the water of Pian di Spagna Natural Reserve to explore the Mirror lake of Dascio first, the bigger Mezzola Lake then, until reaching the Mera River. From a quiet oasis to stunning cliffs, stopping in secret bays which hide waterfalls, white beaches, medieval temples, and chestnut woods.

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.

Explore Como at your own pace with a package that includes round-trip train travel from Milan, and either lunch, a boat tour, or both. It’s easy to spend a day in Como, which has a historical center, picturesque lake, vibrant waterfront, and plenty of shops and cafes. Customize your excursion upon booking with your choice to include lunch or the Lake Como boat tour.

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!

Explore Genoa on a day trip from Milan, and visit the seaside villages of Portofino and Santa Margherita, too. With a guide, you’ll discover the delights of Genoa Old Town, an impressive medieval center that’s believed to be the largest in Europe. Learn about the city’s links to Sir Christopher Columbus, hear tales of ancient maritime history, then cross the sea by boat to Portofino. After another short cruise to Santa Margherita, you’ll return to Milan in the evening.

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.

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.

Explore the city of Como, cruise Lake Como, and discover the stylish Swiss town of Lugano, all without risking life and limb in Milanese traffic. Traveling with a guide on an air-conditioned coach direct from your hotel, see sights including the Cathedral of Como, Casino Lugano, and Via Nassa. There’s time to explore independently, choose a spot for lunch, and perhaps do a little shopping.

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.

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.

Escape the hustle and bustle of Milan and opt for a relaxing day at the beautiful Lake Como. This private excursion stops at Como for a guided tour of the city center and the Duomo. Then head to the village of Bellagio by jetfoil and admire the many lakeside villas. Explore Bellagio—the ‘Pearl of Lake Como’—as well as the village of Varenna before heading back to Milan.