Verona for Families
March 21, 2018
650,00€ – 1.280,00€
SIRMIONE AND BORGHETTO
CITY TOURS
Discover the charms
of Sirmione,
set on Lake Garda, and
nearby medieval Borghetto
from euro 60/person
Enjoy this unique excursion from Verona which combines visits to two of the most beautiful small towns in the Veneto region: Sirmione and Borghetto. Sirmione, nicknamed the “pearl” of Lake Garda, is set on its sunny southern shore. Borghetto is a medieval burg on the River Mincio, and was once famous for its many water mills. It’s widely known for it specialty gourmet product – delicate handmade tortellini
Our excursion starts with a a boat ride of approx. 30 min. as an introduction to Sirmione and Lake Garda. Your guide will point out the main sights as you cruise. You will have time for a coffee and stroll around the charming town of Sirmione.
We now leave Lake Garda and drive to tiny Borghetto. Our first stop will be a short demonstration of the famous tortellini being made, followed by lunch to taste this artisanal product. You will have time for a stroll around Borghetto after lunch before driving back to Verona
- Private day trip to the towns of Sirmione and Borghetto
- Pick-up and drop-off service from Verona or surrounding area
- Round-trip transportation by comfortable passenger van or car
- English-speaking local guide for the day
- Scenic drive through the countryside surrounding Verona, Sirmione and Borghetto
- A boat ride around Sirmione of approx. ½ hour
- A brief demonstation of how the local tortellini in Borghetto are still made by hand
- Traditional lunch at a local trattoria, including an appetizer, pasta course, dessert, local wine, water and Italian coffee
- Maximum flexibility in meeting any special requests before and during your tour
For groups of more than 8 people, send us a custom request.
Are you a single traveller looking to join a group? Contact us.
Program
- 8:45 am
Meet your guide in Piazza Simoni, near the Verona train station, and depart for Lake Garda - 9:30 am
Visit Sirmione on Lake Garda. Your visit begins with a private boat tour of Sirmione with your guide, followed by time for a stroll and coffee on your own - 11:00 am
Depart Sirmione and drive to Borghetto, the medieval burg just outside Valeggio sul Mincio - 12:00 pm
Arrive in Borghetto and see how the the traditional tortellini are made by hand - 12:30 pm
Traditional lunch at a local trattoria including an appetizer, pasta course, dessert, local wine, water and Italian coffee - 2:00 pm
Time for a stroll around medieval Borghetto on your own after lunch - 2:45 pm
Depart for Verona, arriving at approximately 3:30pm
