Overview
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.
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Private & Small Group Tours on the Italian Lake District
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.
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...
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.
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