Italian Lake District
Overview
Discover Italian Lake District: Private Tours, Experiences & Custom Travel
The northern Italian lake region of Lombardy is famous for its "smiling landscape" borders Switzerland and its alpine north, however the lake district has its own microclimate and offers comprably warm tempertures throughout the winter.
The lake district consists of 6 lakes including Lake Maggiore, Lake Orta, Lake Como, Lake Garda, Lake Iseo and Lake Lugano. They are all in relatively close proximity to one another, though each offer unique beauty.
The varied geography and unique climate give rise to differing styles of gardens that abound throughout the area. From the lemon groves and exotic gardens flourishing on the shorese of the lakes, to sixteenth-century gardens reflecting the long reach and agricultural influence of Renaissance Rome, Italy's Lake District is most certainly a garden enthusiasts paradise.
Some of the most fantatic gardens to visit in the Lake District are those of Villa Del Balbianello which occupies one of the most idyllic positions on all of Lake Como as welll as Villa d'Este, Villa Carlotta the Barromeo Islands in Lake Maggiore which are all completely covered by gardnes.
Our own photographs
Italian Lake District Through Our Eyes
Photographed during our own travels and research, these images follow the journey through Italian Lake District, from the first view of the landscape to the small details that give the place its character.
Map
Get your bearings before you go
Multi-Day Holidays Tours
Whole journeys, planned end to end
Lake Garda, Verona, Trentino Alto Adige - Tirolo & Val Pusteria - Dolomite mountains- Winter & Summer - Private Individuals & Small group Tours
This unique experience of northern Italy starts and ends in Venice. Focusing on some of the most incredible natural places in Europe like Lake Garda and the Dolomite mountain ranges we will experience some incredible landscapes, remarkable towns and...
Italian Winter Wonderland: A Christmas Journey Through Northern Italy
Experience the magic of Italy this holiday season with a luxurious 12-day private tour through its most iconic cities. From the fashion hub of Milan to the romantic canals of Venice, you'll explore festive Christmas markets, enjoy guided tours of his...
Northern Italy including Lake Garda, Verona, Bologna & Venice Harvest 2026
Experience the best of northern Italy on a journey of fine food, fast cars, great wine and extraordinary places. From beautiful Lake Garda and romantic Verona to the culinary heartland of Bologna and Modena, the world of Ferrari and the magic of Veni...
Northern Italy - Piedmont, Cinque Terre, Lake District, Emilia Romagna & Venice - Private Individuals & Small group Tours
What an incredible experience in store for travel professionals this fall! Our trip through Northern Italy is designed for travel professionals who want to learn more about Northern Italy's incredible geography, culture, food and wine. The journey i...
The Fine Wines of Lake Garda and the Veneto
A 5 day trip to discover the finest wines, historic villas and picturesque landscapes of the Veneto region.
Private & Small Group Tours on the Italian Lake District
Days out with people who know the way
Private Tour of Lake Como including a Stop at the Villa Balbianello Gardens
This is a private tour by boat of Lake Como that includes a stop at one of the most beautiful gardens in the Italian Lake District, Villa Balbianello. This is a great tour for people who want to experience the extraordinary villas around Lake Como an...
Day Trip to Lake Como
Escape the bustling city and spend a day exploring the charming town of Bellagio and one of Italy's most beautiful and popular lakes with a private driver.
Full Day Tour of Lake Garda Including Bardolino, Lazise and Sirmione
A full day tour leaving from your hotel in Venice or Verona in the early morning. We will take in the lakeside towns of Bardolino, Lazise and ... (Sirmione). In the evening you will be transported back to your hotel.
Private Tour of Lake Como by Boat including the Gardens at Villa Balbianello and stop for Lunch at Isola Comacina
This is a private tour by boat of Lake Como and includes a stop at one of the most beautiful gardens in the Italian Lake District, Villa Balbianello. This is a great tour for people who want to experience the extraordinary villas around Lake Como and...
Hotels
Rooms we would happily sleep in again
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Hotel San Rocco
Set on the shores of the picturesque Lake Orta, Hotel San Rocco is surrounded by the ancient walls o...
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Hotel Verbano
The Verbano Hotel is located on the picturesque Isola dei Pescatori (Fishermen’s Island) in the hear...
Villas
Private homes with stories of their own
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Explore Towns and Cities in Italian Lake District
Every town here has its own personality. We know them by name.
Our Featured Properties
Stays we picked one by one
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Getting here
The Road to Italian Lake District
Most of our guests arrive by private car, with a driver who knows these roads and where it is worth stopping along the way. These are the journeys we arrange most often.
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Stories that stay with you
What our guests write to us once they are home again
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