Varenna on the Como Lake, the Villa Monastero and the Patriarch's Greenway path

4.4 (7 reviews) Lake Como, Italy
Duration7h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Italian
Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

Discovering nature, history, culture and curiosity about Varenna with Cristina Rovelli ( first female gamekeeper in Italy ) is an experience that remains in the heart

What's included

  • Guided tour with detailed naturalistic historical explanations by an expert and qualified guide
  • All local taxes
  • Villa Monastero entry ticket not included ( € 9 each )
  • Restaurant or packed lunch at the expense of the participants

What to expect

  1. 1h
    From the ferry, we follow a almost flat pedestrian path, overlooking the Como lake, called "Passerella degli Innamorati"(lovers' catwalk) to reach the magnificent Villa Monastero. It will be the opportunity, through a guided nature walk, to discover the ecosystem of water with its many inhabitants, including grebes, coots, swans and ducks
  2. 3h
    Our nature walk continues along the path called "Greenway of the Patriarchs" to discover other secrets of nature. We will pass from the famous cemetery of the English and from the strange and mysterious geological phenomenon of Fiumelatte
  3. Villa Monastero
    3h · Admission ticket not included
    In the afternoon, return to Varenna and guided naturalistic visit to the splendid gardens of the Villa Monastero and its interiors.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Next to ferry ticket office - At 9,30 AM
The starting point is reached by ferry, by bus or by train.

End point

Next to ferry ticket office - At 9,30 AM
The starting point is reached by ferry, by bus or by train.

Additional information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • It is required trekking shoes and clothing suitable for the season

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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