Hiking & Trekking Tours & Trips in Italian Lakes District
The Lake Como hiking routes really deliver with daily walks ranging from 7-12 kilometers, taking you up to fantastic viewpoints above the water. Our travelers tell us they love how the routes balance challenging climbs with enough downtime to properly explore villages like Bellagio. There's a particularly good trail starting from Gravedona that weaves through old villages and chestnut forests. Over at Lake Garda, you can follow the historic Ponale Road Path, partly carved into cliffs during WWI. The northern end of Lake Garda offers some of the most impressive routes - you'll find yourself on paths between sheer cliffs and deep blue water, plus gentler trails through olive groves at lower levels.
10 best hiking & trekking Italian Lakes District tours
Compiled by
MelissaItalian Lakes District travel expert at TourRadar
- From Verona to Lake Garda
- Walking Lake Garda and the Prosecco Hills
- Rund Um Den Gardasee Mit Charme
- South Tyrol - Sesto Dolomites (7 days)
- Sentiero Lago di Lugano - Ticino High-altitude Adventure10 Days
- Hiking in Lombardy: Via Valeriana and Lake Iseo 7 Days
- Around Lake Garda (8 Days) (12 destinations)
- Lake Garda individually - between mountains and Mediterranean flair 7 Days
- Lombardy - Lakes Como and Lugano 8 Days
- Around Lake Garda with Charm 8 Days
Hike 16 km through Italian Lakes vineyards from Parona to Fumane, ascending 400m past Romanesque buildings and wine estates where you'll stay at countryside properties. Continue 15 km to Cavaion Veronese with 450m elevation, passing through the marble village of Ponton before reaching Lake Garda's shore.
Duration 7 days Destinations Verona, Parona, Fumane, Cavaion Veronese, Garda Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, German Physical Rating Moderate Distance 21 mi Operator Eurohike From
- US$970
Walking Lake Garda and the Prosecco Hills
“All 4, thank you for efficient communication about the change of hotel in Torbole and follow up message which courteously and directly addressed my concerns.”
Mark, traveled in September
Mountain paths and lakeside trails blend seamlessly on this moderate hiking adventure. Daily walks stretch 8-16km with 400-600m elevation gains, enhanced by cable car rides to high ridges, historic paths, and frequent stops for regional wine and cuisine.
No departure dates availableDuration 8 days Destinations Verona, Garda, Torbole, Monte Baldo, Malcesine, Bassano del Grappa, Venice, Valdobbiadene Age Range Ages 14+ Physical Rating Moderate Distance 230 mi Operator Explore! 
Duration 8 days Destinations Riva del Garda, Limone sul Garda, Gardone Riviera, Salo, Manerba del Garda, Desenzano del Garda, Sirmione, Garda, Monte Baldo, MalcesineSee all destinations Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, German Physical Rating Moderate Distance 74 mi Operator Eurohike From
- US$1,606
Duration 7 days Destinations Sexten, Tre Cime di Lavaredo, Val Grande National Park Age Range Ages 16+ Operated in Only: German Physical Rating Moderate Distance 192 mi Operator ASI Reisen From
- US$1,612
Walk the Sentiero Lago di Lugano trail through Ticino's lake country, following high paths above Lake Lugano with nights in Miglieglia, Rivera, and Serpiano. Summit Gazzirola at 2,187 meters for views across the Italian Lakes District, then descend through alpine forests to lakeside Lugano over 10 days.
Duration 10 days Destinations Miglieglia, Medeglia, Monte Brè, Morcote, Serpiano, Mendrisio Age Range Ages 16+ Operated in Only: German Distance 27 mi Operator ASI Reisen From
- US$1,984
Start in Sarnico and trek through chestnut forests to Predore mountain plateau for great views of Lake Iseo's southern shores. Then head up to Monte Isola's 600-meter summit—it's Europe's largest inhabited lake island—passing ancient olive groves and the Madonna della Ceriola sanctuary along the way.
Duration 7 days Destinations Paratico, Predore, Iseo, Sulzano, Peschiera Maraglio, Pisogne Age Range Ages 16+ Operated in Only: German Physical Rating Easy Distance 25 mi Operator ASI Reisen From
- US$882
Trek the scenic ridgeline trails above Lake Garda's northern shores, starting from Riva del Garda through alpine Trentino. Walk through secluded forest areas of the Italian Lakes District and find panoramic viewpoints overlooking the Dolomite peaks. Follow the Path of Limone along steep cliffsides and descend from Monte Baldo via cable car after summiting its 2,218-meter peak with 360-degree lake vistas.
Duration 8 days Destinations Riva del Garda, Limone sul Garda, Gardone Riviera, Salo, Desenzano del Garda, Sirmione, Garda, Monte Baldo, Malcesine, TorboleSee all destinations Age Range Ages 16+ Operated in Only: German Physical Rating Moderate Distance 74 mi Operator ASI Reisen From
- US$1,189
Trek the Busatte panoramica trail along Lake Garda's northern cliffs and reach Monte Baldo's alpine meadows at 2,200 meters with views spanning from the Dolomites to the Brenta massif. Hike the circular Monte Brione route from Torbole and check out the tranquil Ledro Valley with its crystal-clear mountain lake. Stay 6 nights in local guesthouses including EpOch Zanella and Hotel San Giacomo, with daily luggage transfers between accommodations so you can trek with just a daypack.
Duration 7 days Destinations Nago, Torbole, Monte Baldo, Garda, Pieve di Ledro, Tenno, Arco Age Range Ages 16+ Operated in Only: German Physical Rating Moderate Distance 59 mi Operator ASI Reisen From
- US$1,202
Start from Varenna and walk along Lake Como's eastern shore to Dervio, passing traditional fishing villages and terraced vineyards along the way. Head into Val Sanagra Nature Reserve and climb to the summit of Monte Grona at 1,736 meters for panoramic views across the Lariani Alps. Climb from Breglia to Monte Bregagnino, navigating alpine meadows and rocky trails designed for serious hikers aged 16+.
Duration 8 days Destinations Menaggio, Varenna, Dervio, Breglia, Grona, Cavargna, Porlezza, San Mamete Age Range Ages 16+ Operated in Only: German Distance 38 mi Operator ASI Reisen From
- US$1,270
Walk the Sonnensteig's cliff path carved into rocks, ascending 400m through tunnels to viewpoints over the lake. Climb 950m on stone routes to Monte Baldo's hermitage, passing the shaped 'irons' rock formations and reaching San Michele church, then cross the Busatte trail's secured bridges.
Duration 8 days Destinations Riva del Garda, Limone sul Garda, Gardone Riviera, Salo, Manerba del Garda, Desenzano del Garda, Sirmione, Garda, Malcesine, TorboleSee all destinations Age Range Ages 16+ Operated in Only: German Physical Rating Easy Distance 72 mi Operator ASI Reisen From
- US$1,606
