What You Will Do
Venture from Milan to Varese on a private half-day tour with an English-speaking driver in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle. Just an hour away, Varese, the "Garden City," awaits with its stunning villas, historic sites, and lush landscapes.
Begin in Varese's charming streets, lined with boutique shops and cafés, before visiting the Palazzo Estense, an 18th-century palace with Versailles-inspired gardens. Next, explore Villa Toeplitz, known for its exotic gardens and scenic walking paths.
Continue to Sacro Monte di Varese, a UNESCO-listed pilgrimage site with 14 fresco-adorned chapels leading to a hilltop sanctuary with breathtaking views. End at Angera Castle, a medieval fortress overlooking Lake Maggiore, featuring a museum and panoramic vistas.
Enjoy a fully customizable experience before returning to Milan, enriched by Varese’s natural beauty and history.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Itinerary
1
Milan
30 minutes
Your Welcome driver will pick you up from your accommodation in Milan at a convenient time of your choice.
2
Varese
30 minutes
Varese is a city in northern Italy known for its art-nouveau villas. Campo dei Fiori Regional Park is home to the 17th-century Sacro Monte di Varese complex.
3
Palazzo Estense
1 hour
Designed by architect Giuseppe Bianchi and completed in 1760, the Palazzo Estense is a Baroque palace built for the Francesco III d'Este.
4
Villa Toeplitz
1 hour
Villa Toeplitz was built towards the end of the 19th century on a hill in the Varese district of Sant’Ambrogio.
5
Sacro Monte Unesco di Varese
1 hour
The Sacro Monte di Varese is one of the nine sacri monti in the Italian region of Lombardy which were inscribed on the UNESCO list of World Heritage Sites in 2003.
6
Angera
1 hour
The Angera Fortress stands majestically on a spur of rock that dominates the southern shore of Lake Maggiore, on the Lombardy side.
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