Day Trips in Verona

See more of Italy in just one day by heading east of Milan on a day trip to Lake Garda (Lago di Garda) and Verona. You'll take a boat ride on the lake and explore Verona's historical city center with a guide, plus enjoy free time in Verona to eat lunch (own expense).

Visit Verona on a day trip from Milan, and discover the romance of the city made famous by Shakespeare's 'Romeo and Juliet.' After free time in Verona's medieval center, you'll continue by coach to the banks of Lake Garda. Stop in the town of Sirmione where Roman ruins, a moated castle, and enchanting lake views await. 

Soave Castle ranks among northern Italy's most impressive fortifications, surrounded by vineyards with a history dating back to the medieval era - but its remote location makes it hard to reach from Verona. On this self-guided tour, explore Soave Castle's ramparts and frescoes at your leisure, and visit a local winery to sample some of the wines for which the region is famous. With round-trip travel from your Verona included, you're free to relax and enjoy your day.

Get to know Verona during a day trip from the Lake Garda region, led by a local guide. Perfect for first-time visitors, the tour includes hotel pickup and drop-off from the lake's major towns plus a walking tour that takes in the Verona Arena, Juliet's House, and Piazza Erbe. You'll learn the history behind the landmarks as you explore, then have free time to scout out the chic shops for which Verona is known.

Experience the best of the Valpolicella wine region with this wine-tasting day trip from Verona or Vicenza. Visit a small and charming village before visiting a local winery. Learn about the wine-making process in Valpolicella, from grape to bottle, and the elements of wine that determine its quality - aroma, color and taste. Enjoy lunch at a local trattoria. Visit an olive oil mill in the afternoon to sample at least two kinds of olive oil.