What are the most popular day trips from Milan?

Day trips from Milan center around several beloved destinations within a few hours' reach. Lake Como and Bellagio are just 2 hours away making them frequent choices for travelers. The dramatic Dolomites mountains provide outdoor adventure opportunities while Verona at 2.5 hours offers rich cultural experiences. The Italian Lakes District including Lake Maggiore and Lake Garda rounds out the popular options. As one TourRadar traveler shared: "The Lake Como excursion from Milan was absolutely stunning with amazing views and charming villages."

What are the most popular routes from Milan for multi-day tours?

Multi-day routes often follow two main paths: Milan-Venice-Florence-Rome or Milan-Lake Como-Venice. The itineraries regularly include stops at the region's notable lakes such as Como Maggiore and Garda en route to major cities. Many tours start from established properties like Starhotel Ritz in Milan or Hotel Regina in Gravedona. A TourRadar traveler noted: "The route from Milan through the lakes region to Venice was breathtaking offering a perfect mix of nature and culture."

What are the typical starting points for tours in Milan?

Tours commonly begin at three key locations: Milan Central Station (Milano Centrale) the city's primary transport hub the Duomo area in the historic center or prominent hotels including AC Hotel Milano and Starhotels Ritz. One TourRadar traveler shared: "Starting from Milano Centrale was super convenient since our hotel was walking distance and it connected us easily to Lake Como and other destinations."

Are transfers included from Milan airports to hotels?

Most tour packages cover transfers from both Malpensa (MXP) and Linate (LIN) airports to city center accommodations. Expect a 45-60 minute journey from Malpensa while Linate transfers take 20-30 minutes. According to one TourRadar traveler: "The included transfer from Malpensa to our hotel was seamless and made arrival day stress-free."

How long does it take to reach major attractions from Milan?

Key destinations are readily accessible from Milan's center. Lake Como is a 2-hour journey Venice takes 2.5 hours by high-speed train and Florence is 3 hours away. Within Milan the main sites including the Duomo La Scala and Castello Sforzesco are all within 20-30 minutes of each other. A TourRadar traveler mentioned: "The high-speed train connections from Milan made it easy to reach other Italian cities while keeping Milan as our base."

What's the best time of year to start a tour from Milan?

The main tourist season runs April through October. May-June and September-October offer the best combination of pleasant weather and manageable crowd levels. Winter tours from November to March provide better rates though some activities might not be available. A TourRadar traveler mentioned "starting our tour in September from Milan was perfect - great weather and not too crowded."

Italy Tours from Milan

Find your perfect adventure! We have 89 tours of Italy that start in Milan, Italy. The most popular month is May, and tour lengths range between 3 and 29 days.

10 best Italy tour packages from Milan

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In-depth Cultural
Milano, Venice, Florence, Sorrento, Rome: signature (4* hotels) low carbon tour by train
5.0 (2 traveler reviews)
"The company was great in communication and all information given prior to trip."
Sheila, traveled in October
Duration
11 days
Destinations
Milan, Venice, Florence, Sorrento, Rome
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Operated in
English
Operator
Meet and Greet Italy
20% Off
From $4,342
US$3,474per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Explorer
Standard 8 nights Italy
4.7 (3 traveler reviews)
"The trip was amazing, the team was great, always attentive and supportive."
Verónica, traveled in October
Duration
9 days
Destinations
Milan, Lake Como, Venice, Florence, Rome
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Operated in
English
Operator
Wanderful Holidays LLC
21% Off
From $1,999
US$1,579per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Explorer
Italy : Cities and Lakes W/top sightseeing & train rides 4 Star
5.0 (4 traveler reviews)
"Everything was organized and we got reminders and updates via WhatsApp which was also beneficial."
Andres, traveled in September
Duration
9 days
Destinations
Milan, Lake Como, Venice, Florence, Rome
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Operated in
English
Operator
Wanderful Holidays LLC
21% Off
From $2,599
US$2,053per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Explorer
Milan, Venice, Florence, Rome: essential (3* hotels) low carbon tour by train
4.5 (4 traveler reviews)
"This is my second experience with Tour Radar and I am very satisfied with the service and price."
Idalia, traveled in August
Duration
9 days
Destinations
Milan, Venice, Florence, Rome
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Operated in
English
Operator
Meet and Greet Italy
20% Off
From $2,350
US$1,880per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Explorer
Iconic Italian Cities
4.0 (1 traveler review)
"The tour was good with some good selections of places to visit."
Patrick, traveled in May
Duration
9 days
Destinations
Milan, Lake Como, Venice, Florence, Rome
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Operated in
English
Operator
Wonderful Holidays UK
15% Off
From $2,338
US$1,988per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Explorer
9 Day Italy by Train from Milan, Venice Mestre, Florence to Rome
4.5 (2 traveler reviews)
"All the hotels were very good, clean, and comfortable, with convenient access to the train stations."
Evashanee, traveled in August
Duration
9 days
Destinations
Milan, Mestre, Venice, Burano, Murano, Florence, Pisa, Rome
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Operated in
English
Operator
STM Tours LLC
20% Off
From $1,692
US$1,353per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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In-depth Cultural
7 Days Northern Lakes and Dolomites Tour - from Milan
4.6 (7 traveler reviews)
"The routes are also excellent we enjoyed the trip very much since this was the first time for us to visit the Italian northern lakes and Dolomites area."
Eugene, traveled in September
Duration
7 days
Destinations
Milan, Lake Orta, Lake Maggiore, Como, Bellagio, Bergamo,Sirmione,Garda,Verona,Pieve di Cadore,Cortina d’Ampezzo,Misurina,Corvara in Badia,Mount Marmolada,Canazei,Merano,Bolzano,Trento+12 more
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Regions
Northern ItalyItalian AlpsAlps+2 more
Operated in
English, Spanish
Operator
Europeando Europa
20% Off
From
US$4,104per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Educational
Enchanting Italy With Luxury Stay & Business Class Train Rides
Duration
9 days
Destinations
Milan, Lake Como, Venice, Florence, Rome
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Operated in
English
Operator
Wonderful Holidays UK
20% Off
From
US$4,115per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Educational
Milan, Venice, Florence, Sorrento, Rome: essential (3* hotels) low carbon tour by train
Duration
11 days
Destinations
Milan, Venice, Florence, Sorrento, Rome
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Operated in
English
Operator
Meet and Greet Italy
20% Off
From $3,436
US$2,748per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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In-depth Cultural
Lakes & Lagoon : Lake Como, Lake Garda & Venice, 6 days private tour
5.0 (34 traveler reviews)
"We enjoyed this tour very much. Our driver Filippo was charming and expert at getting us safely through the traffic and narrow roads."
Mina, traveled in September
Duration
6 days
Destinations
Milan, Como, Bellagio, Brescia, Garda, Verona, Padua, Venice
Age Range
Ages 8+
Regions
Northern ItalyItalian Lakes District+1 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Taotravel
20% Off
From
US$8,159per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Explorer
6 Day Milan including visit to Verona, Lake Garda, Florence, Pisa, Lake Como, Bellagio, & Lugano.
4.3 (3 traveler reviews)
"Great part of Italy."
Carolyn, traveled in September
Duration
6 days
Destinations
Milan, Verona, Lake Garda, Florence, Pisa, Lake Como,Bellagio,Lugano+2 more
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Lakes
Italian Lakes District
Operated in
English
Operator
STM Tours LLC
20% Off
From $1,699
US$1,359per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Explorer
Enchanting Waters: Discovering the Lakes of Italy, Self-Drive
4.5 (2 traveler reviews)
"Hotels were exquisite, and suggested activities were lovely. Gorgeous scenery, and fantastic locations."
Laurie, traveled in April
Duration
8 days
Destinations
Milan, Stresa, Lake Maggiore, Como, Bergamo, Garda, Verona
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Regions
Northern ItalyItalian AlpsAlpsItalian Lakes District+3 more
Operated in
English
Operator
TUI Italia
15% Off
From $2,042
US$1,736per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Hiking & Trekking
Lake Como Walking
4.5 (17 traveler reviews)
"The scenery was spectacular, walks at times challenging with some long uphill climbs. Worth it for the views!"
Mary, traveled in May
Duration
8 days
Destinations
Milan, Gravedona, Livo, Sorico, Domaso, Menaggio, Bellagio,Civenna,Tremezzo,Cadenabbia,Santa Maria Rezzonico,Dongo+5 more
Age Range
Ages 16+
Regions
Northern ItalyLombardyItalian AlpsAlpsLake ComoItalian Lakes DistrictItaly & Switzerland Lakes+6 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Explore!
15% Off
From
US$2,490per person
Price based on Shared Room
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In-depth Cultural
Northern Italian Lakes & Countryside
4.4 (5 traveler reviews)
"Overall, I would recommend this itinerary, it was excellent! The nature and beauty of the lakes and mountains can't be beat."
Lisa, traveled in September
Duration
9 days
Destinations
Milan, Baveno, Como, Bergamo, Garda, Verona, Mantua, Modena
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Regions
Northern ItalyItalian Lakes District+1 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Trafalgar
10% Off
From $2,725
US$2,453per person
Price based on Shared Room
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In-depth Cultural
Discovering Milan
4.0 (1 traveler review)
Duration
4 days
Destinations
Milan, Lake Como, Lugano
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Regions
Lombardy AlpsItalian Lakes DistrictItaly & Switzerland Lakes+2 more
Operated in
English
Operator
TUI Italia
15% Off
From $1,181
US$1,004per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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