Your Welcome driver will pick you up from your accommodation in Milan at a convenient time of your choice.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.Designed by architect Giuseppe Bianchi and completed in 1760, the Palazzo Estense is a Baroque palace built for the Francesco III d'Este.Villa Toeplitz was built towards the end of the 19th century on a hill in the Varese district of Sant’Ambrogio.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.The Angera Fortress stands majestically on a spur of rock that dominates the southern shore of Lake Maggiore, on the Lombardy side.
Italy · Garden Stroll
Private Varese Gardens & Historic Sites Tour From Milan
The journey
- 01 Private half-day tour from Milan to Varese
- 02 Visit Palazzo Estense and its elegant gardens
- 03 Explore the scenic grounds of Villa Toeplitz
- 04 See the UNESCO-listed Sacro Monte di Varese
- 05 Enjoy views over Lake Maggiore at Angera Fortress
- 06 Travel in a private air-conditioned vehicle with driver
- 07 Custom pickup and drop-off in Milan
Discover the elegance of Varese on a private half-day journey from Milan, travelling in comfort with a professional English-speaking driver. Known as the "Garden City," Varese offers a rewarding mix of grand villas, landscaped gardens, sacred heritage, and lakeside scenery.
Explore highlights such as Palazzo Estense and Villa Toeplitz, then continue to the UNESCO-listed Sacro Monte di Varese, where a series of chapels leads to a hilltop sanctuary. Complete the experience with views over Lake Maggiore at the impressive Angera Fortress before returning to Milan.
The Angera Fortress stands majestically on a spur of rock that dominates the southern shore of Lake Maggiore, on the Lombardy side.
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What's Included
- Hotel or custom pickup and drop-off
- Professional English-speaking local driver/informal guide
- Fuel and Tolls
- All taxes and handling charges
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- WiFi on board
- Water
What's Not Included
- Meals and beverages
- Tips and Gratuities
- Sacro Monte di Varese
- Rocca di Angera (Angera Castle)
- Licensed guides available to accompany you inside the attractions
Know before you go
- STROLLER OR PRAM ACCESSIBLE
- PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION NEARBY
- INFANT SEATS AVAILABLE
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not suitable for pets
- Infants must not sit on laps
- 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.
- Throughout your ride, our drivers serve as informal local guides—sharing stories, history, and local tips at every stop. Please note that drivers are not permitted to enter museums or archaeological areas, but they’ll ensure you make the most of your visit with suggestions and background information before you explore on your own.
- Some stops on your itinerary may be closed on the date of travel due to public holidays, maintenance or special events. We recommend verifying opening hours on the attraction’s official website or contacting us before your tour. If a stop is unexpectedly closed, we will try to offer a suitable alternative.
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- Your Welcome Pickups driver will be waiting for you at the selected pickup location and time.
Before your ride, you’ll receive your driver’s details — including their name, car information — so you can easily recognize them.
Your driver will arrive on time and be ready to assist you and any special requests before starting your journey.
Please note that our sightseeing tours does not automatically include airport pickup or drop-off. If you wish to start or end your tour at the airport, simply select the option with airport pickup included when booking if available.
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.
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