Italian Lakes District Small Group Tours
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10 best Italian Lakes District small group tours
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- Lakes, Lagoon & Mountains: Lakes Como, Garda, Bernina train & Venice. Small Group Tour
- Rome, Florence, and Venice with a Serene Lakeside Getaway in Sirmione
- COMBO VENICE + LAKES and MOUNTAINS of SWITZERLAND from VENICE
- Lakes & Lagoon : Lake Como, Lake Garda & Venice, 6 days private tour
- Magic of Lakes and Alps with Panorama Express
- Private Wine Tour,Franciacorta,Lake Garda and Verona - 5 Days Tour
- Northern Italy Tour: Milan, Como, Bellagio, Sirmione, Bergamo, Verona– 6 Days
- Swiss Elegance Meets Italian Romance W/Glacier Express & Lake Como
- COMBO ART CITIES of ITALY + LAKES and MOUNTAINS of SWITZERLAND from ROME
- COMBO ART CITIES of ITALY + LAKES of ITALY and SWITZERLAND from ROME
Duration 7 days Destinations Milan, St Moritz, Bernina District, Como, Bellagio, Lake Como, Brescia, Lake Garda, Sirmione, VeronaSee all destinations Age Range All Ages Welcome Group Size Max Group Size 12 Group Type GroupPersonalized Operator Taotravel From
- NZ$7,116
Lake Garda's treasures unfold with dedicated attention to each guest. Private tours of Sirmione include special access to Scaliger Castle's towers. Intimate groups ensure personal connections while visiting lakeside villages.
Duration 8 days Destinations Rome, Florence, Venice, Lake Garda Age Range All Ages Welcome Group Size Max Group Size 10 Group Type Private Operator Wanderful Holidays LLC From $3,558
4% Off- NZ$3,416You save $142
Lake Como reveals its secrets to small groups, with flexible boat service for shoreline exploration. The boutique NYX Hotel in Milan provides an elegant base for ventures to Como's charming boutiques and waterfront promenades.
Duration 10 days Destinations Venice, Milan, Como, Lake Como, Lugano, Lucerne, Interlaken, Zurich Age Range All Ages Welcome Group Size Max Group Size 10 Group Type Group Operator Destination Italia From
4% Off- NZ$4,694
Lakes & Lagoon : Lake Como, Lake Garda & Venice, 6 days private tour
34 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Very nice experience.”
Ona, traveled in October
The Italian Lakes District opens up beautifully for groups of 2-6 travelers, offering close-up views of Como's Gothic Cathedral and Bellagio's charming streets. Intimate group size provides personal attention at Lake Garda's historic Sirmione and lakeside dining spots.
Duration 6 days Destinations Milan, Como, Bellagio, Brescia, Garda, Verona, Padua, Venice Age Range Ages 8+ Group Size Max Group Size 6 Group Type PrivatePersonalized Operator Taotravel From
4% Off- NZ$13,537
Duration 5 days Destinations Milan, Verona, Sirmione, Lake Garda, Tirano, Lake Como, Bellagio Age Range All Ages Welcome Group Size Max Group Size 10 Group Type GroupPersonalized Operator Expeditions Gateways From $4,405
4% Off- NZ$4,229You save $176
Duration 5 days Destinations Verona, Iseo, Sirmione Age Range Ages 20+ Group Size Max Group Size 6 Group Type PrivatePersonalized Operator Soleto Travel From
4% Off- NZ$3,925
Duration 6 days Destinations Milan, Como, Bellagio, Bergamo, Riva del Garda, Sirmione, Verona Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, Portuguese, Spanish Group Size Max Group Size 10 Group Type GroupPersonalized Operator Receptivo Aborigen Tours From $3,897
10% Off- NZ$3,507You save $390
Duration 10 days Destinations Zurich, Zermatt, Milan, Venice Age Range All Ages Welcome Group Size Max Group Size 10 Group Type GroupPersonalized Operator Wanderful Holidays LLC From $6,439
4% Off- NZ$6,182You save $258
Lake Como's elegant villas and Lake Lugano's pristine shores welcome groups of 12-15. The intimate setting includes hop-on-hop-off boat services and local experiences. NYX Milan serves as a luxurious base for Italian Lakes District adventures.
Duration 14 days Destinations Rome, Florence, Venice, Milan, Como, Lake Como, Lugano, Lucerne, Interlaken, Zurich Age Range All Ages Welcome Group Size Max Group Size 10 Group Type Group Operator Destination Italia From
4% Off- NZ$5,875
Groups of 12-15 travelers find their perfect pace at Lake Maggiore's Borromean Islands, Lake Lugano's Monte Brè funicular rides, and Lake Como's Villa Serbelloni gardens.
Duration 14 days Destinations Rome, Florence, Venice, Milan, Lake Maggiore, Stresa, Locarno, Lugano, Como, Lake Como Age Range All Ages Welcome Group Size Max Group Size 10 Group Type Group Operator Destination Italia From
4% Off- NZ$5,071
Reviews of Small Group tours to Italian Lakes District
Best trip ever, Filippo did everything he could to take care of us. It wasn't easy to take 60 people travel together at the same time but he did excellent!!! My Number one Guide! Luv you Filippo
Lakes & Lagoon : Lake Como, Lake Garda & Venice, 6 days private tour
- Switzerland and Italy
We had a fantastic time We had a fantastic time. Everything was organised perfectly. Hotels were in great locations and transport to and from hotels was excellent. Communication through Whatsapp was great. We would like to mention that our local tourguide in Venice (Denise) was the best. All in all a fantastic holiday and we willl book withh Tourradar again.
Overall it was a very nice tour. I enjoyed our visits, there was a mention in other reviews as well ,about the hotels, and I have to agree, unless you have the upgraded option not all hotels are good. There were a few hiccups in the program as well. One of the visits was scheduled on the day the cathedral was closed. The private boat ride on another which was supposed to offer a cocktail on the boat was also canceled. There's absolutely room for improvement in the scheduling and the visits. Also lunch time at your own was a short hour or so, which made it very hard to find where to eat in a town you don't know at all. Italians tend to take their time with serving food so that was a big challenge. There was a mention about free wifi available, which was not the case. In one of the previous tours I took there wifi on-board the bus, but here there was none. Big problem for north Americans who don't want to pay hefty long distance charges.
4 Days Northern Lakes Tour - from Milan
What our customers ask about Italian Lakes District Small Group Tours
What is the ideal group size for exploring the Italian Lakes District?
Groups of 8-12 travelers tend to work best in the Italian Lakes District with tours like Lake Como Walking demonstrating this sweet spot. Hotels such as the Starhotels Ritz in Milan and Hotel Indigo in Verona are set up well for these smaller numbers giving everyone space to spread out and get personalized attention from guides. A TourRadar traveler noted: "Had a wonderful experience with a small group. Our guide was always helpful reassuring and cheerful."
What unique experiences are available on small group tours in the Italian Lakes District?
The smaller scale opens doors to local experiences that larger groups can't access. Visitors can join private tastings at family wineries in Valpolicella take intimate boat rides on Lakes Como and Garda and visit historic sites like Villa Carlotta in Tremezzo without overcrowding. The Hotel Regina in Gravedona and Hotel Metropol in St. Moritz serve as comfortable bases for these activities letting travelers explore quieter spots like Bellagio and Sirmione at a relaxed pace.
What accommodation options are available for small group tours in the Lakes District?
The focus stays on character-filled properties ranging from boutique hotels to family-run establishments. Properties like the Hotel Belvedere in Ranco with its Lake Maggiore views and the Art Boutique Hotel Metropol in St. Moritz offer a more personal touch. As one TourRadar traveler put it: "The location was excellent quiet and beautiful. The hotel staff were helpful and pleasant."
What is the best season for small group tours in the Italian Lakes?
The lakes shine from April through October with the shoulder seasons of May-June and September-October offering the best mix of pleasant weather and manageable crowd levels. Lake Como Walking tours run primarily during these periods when temperatures suit trail hiking. The Hotel Piemontese in Bergamo provides a good year-round base for exploring the region.
How physically demanding are small group tours in the Lakes District?
Tours range from gentle walks to more challenging hikes. Lake Como routes often include 4-6 hour daily walks with 300-500 meter elevation gains while cultural-focused itineraries keep to easier terrain. One TourRadar traveler shared: "Walks were pretty steep more moderate than easy but that's personal comment obviously."
What is included in the price of a small group tour to the Italian Lakes?
Expect daily rates between 200-350 USD covering stays at places like Hotel Regina or Hotel Belvedere daily breakfast select meals local transportation including ferries and trains professional guides and entry to attractions like Villa Carlotta. The exact price varies based on accommodation level and planned activities.