Small Group Hike from Varenna

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Lombardy, Italy

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4 hours (Approx.)

Mobile ticket

Offered in: English

Good for avoiding crowds

Overview

Lake Como is a paradise for hikers, but visiting with a guide will ensure you take in all the best viewpoints. This half-day small-group hike from Varenna follows the Sentiero del Viandante trail through scenic woodlands, olive groves, and mountain paths, including spectacular views over Lake Como.

Half-day guided hiking tour from Varenna on the Sentiero del Viandante trail
Enjoy magnificent views over Lake Como and the surrounding mountains
Moderate level hike suitable for participants of good fitness
Small-group tour limited to 15 people ensures a personalized experience

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What's Included

Professional, friendly English speaking licensed guide

Train ticket Varenna/Bellano

Picnic with local food

Hotel pick-up and drop-off

Departure & Return

Departure Point

Lake Como, Italy

Our Cheese & Ham lover's Tour starts in front of the Ferry Terminal Ticket Office in Varenna at 9.30am. Directions: Varenna is easily reachable by public boat or train. The tour ends in Varenna. Please ask for our advice on how to reach Varenna or hot to get back, specifying your departure point.

Departure Time

9:00 AM

Return Details

Returns to original departure point

What To Expect

Meet your local guide and small group of up to 15 people at Varenna train station in time for a 9am departure. After a short train ride (tickets included), arrive in Bellano, the starting point for your hike.

Follow your guide along the scenic Sentiero del Viandante (the ‘path of the wanderer) trail, an around 3-hour hike though chestnut woods and olive groves. As you trek along the mountainside trail — a historic mule path that once linked Lecco and Valtellina — stop to enjoy spectacular views over the mountains and Lake Como.

Your tour ends back in Varenna, a short walk from the train station.

Itinerary

Stop At:

Sentiero del Viandante

This 4 hour guided trekking will allow you to discover the “Sentiero del Viandante” (Wanderer Path), a panoramic mountainside mule path winding through chestnut woods and olive trees. This path was the ancient way of connection between Lecco and Valtellina: starting from Abbadia and passing through the territories of Varenna and Dervio, the path reaches Colico, following the eastern shore of Lake Como at middle mountain level. Mountain walking allows us to get to know both nature and ourselves. It allows us to take a timeout from the grey cement cities and enter into harmony with our surroundings, listening to the sounds and silence of nature, our thoughts and to share these sensations with our travel companions. The Sentiero del Viandante is ideally divided into 3 or 4 stages: what we suggest is the Bellano - Varenna part, which is one of the most scenic ones. During this experience you will have the time to relax and savour some delicious local tastings: salame, cheeses, vegetables, accompanied with bread to finish with something sweet. A professional guide will meet you in Varenna, where you will take the train to reach Bellano. You will then start your 3-hour hiking back to the starting point in Varenna.

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Duration: 4 hours

Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Please make sure to wear comfortable clothes and hiking shoes or sport shoes for hiking
Activity Level: Moderate. We are on maintained trails, but there are a few significant elevation gain and loss on this hike. Effective duration of the hike: 3 hours
Participants should be active and healthy
Please bring a bottle of water; alternatively you can purchase one near the meeting point
Please check the weather. If rain is forecast the tour will be cancelled
Near public transportation
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
OPERATED BY Experience Italy Tours Srl

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 7 days in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 7 full days before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 2 full days before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 2 full days before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Any changes made less than 6 full days before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
For a 50% refund, you must cancel 3–6 full days before the experience’s start time.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.

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