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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.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Our operators/drivers are not official tour guides but are professional drivers and Locals that have been provided with all the necessary historical information about the sights visited. They cannot accompany you to the sights but will provide extended historical and local information to help you get the feeling of the city. Please know that we are unable to pick up, start or stop this sightseeing ride from or to the airport/port/train stations. Kindly share any special requirements, such as traveling with a service animal or needing extra assistance, when booking your ride. This ensures a smooth and enjoyable experience for you.
Itinerary
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1Milan
Your Welcome driver will pick you up from your accommodation in Milan at a convenient time of your choice.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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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.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Designed by architect Giuseppe Bianchi and completed in 1760, the Palazzo Estense is a Baroque palace built for the Francesco III d'Este.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included -
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Villa Toeplitz was built towards the end of the 19th century on a hill in the Varese district of Sant’Ambrogio.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included -
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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.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included -
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The Angera Fortress stands majestically on a spur of rock that dominates the southern shore of Lake Maggiore, on the Lombardy side.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- For 1-3 people: A comfortable sedan will be assigned to your group.
- For 4-8 people: A spacious minivan will be assigned to your group.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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