Wayfarers’ Trail from Varenna to Bellano
Hike, Local Food and Olive Oil / from Varenna to Bellano
. Scheduled or On Request
. Scheduled on: Tuesdays, Saturdays
. Including! Picnic break, Lunch with local specialties, Olive Oil tasting
A full-day experience among beautiful nature, discovering hidden treasures on the eastern side of Lake Como and tasting local specialties.
Walking along old trails, finding past time signs. Snuggling up with your footsteps while feeling the scent of olive trees and the colors of wild flowers. Discover old villages where time stands still, your mind breaks free and hidden ages still survive. Put the present day on hold and get yourself into history and nature: old mule tracks, mystery tales and dense woods, breathtaking views and local food specialties, just as the old travellers. Your day starts with a “Goodmorning Lake Como!” from Castello di Vezio. You’ll be then walking through the old “Wayfarers’ trail” discovering Nature and History; small picnic break with local honey and jam and lunch at a traditional Crotto restaurant at the end of the hike. After lunch you will visit one of the most important olive oil mill on the whole Lake before walking down to Bellano and catch the train back to Varenna.
Varenna is very easy to reach by train from Milano; The same train goes back to Milano from Bellano. It’s also easy to move around by ferry. This tour is pet-friendly. Lola, the tour guide’s companion will be more than happy to make new friends.
Highlights
. Guided mountain hike along the coast through beautiful nature
. Best view over Lake Como from Castello di Vezio
. Lunch with local specialties at a traditional Crotto
. Visit one of the best olive oil mill with tastings
. Small groups only to get the best out of this experience
Prices
. 189€ adult
. 0€ child 0-4 (must be kept safely on your back)
. 149€ child 5-8
Level
Medium – Mountain or mule tracks, about 2 hours hike including few stops.
Pls contact for any query.
Additional Info
. This tour takes place with a minimum 4 participants
. Confirmation will be received at time of booking. This tour is subject to availability.
. WE RECOMMEND! Water, Comfortable sporty clothes and trekking shoes, sweatshirt and rainproof jacket in case of unstable weather / sunscreen, sunglasses, hat in hot summer days
Cancellation Policy
A full refund is given as per the following:
. Bad weather conditions: when the cancellation comes from us
. 5 days before your tour date
We remind you that you can ask for an exclusive or personalized experience.
Contact us and we will do our best to meet your requirements! 😉
- DepartureMeeting at the train station in Varenna. Your guide for the day will be handling our flag.
- Departure Time9 am
- Return Time4:30/5pm: this tour ends in Varenna.
- IncludedCertified mountain guideEntrance to Castello di VezioShort break on the goLunch with local specialties and traditional dishesVisit to one the best olive oil mill with tastingTrain ticket from Bellano to VarennaA small local souvenir you can bring back to your hometown
- Not IncludedTransfer from/to your hotel (available on request at extra charge)Extra food & drinks
- Maps
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