The 6 best things to do in Friuli-Venezia Giulia

Vespa tour with rental on Lake Garda, with special emphasis of the food and wine part: you will go to discover the landscapes and flavors of Valpolicella, east of the lake, just above Verona.

Tour coordinates:

• Starting point: Peschiera del Garda (or Bardolino)
• Distance: 95 km
• Duration: 8-9 hours

This itinerary was created in collaboration with Stefano Cantiero, one of the best experts on Veneto gastronomy. A culinary journey of discovery of tastes and smells awaits you: a breakfast in a small bakery; local cold cuts and cheeses; and the famous wines of Valpolicella. A full day of exciting tastes, breathtaking views and indelible impressions.

Program:

• Stop for breakfast at a real bakery in the village (to be paid locally)
• Have lunch at Valentino Marconi's with platters of typical cured meats and cheeses with wine to match.
• Take a walking tour of the historic Veja Bridge on foot (15 min)
• In the afternoon, a winery tour and wine tasting awaits you at Albino Armani's

Horseback riding in the hills overlooking the western shore of Lake Garda from Toscolano Maderno, on trails surrounded by nature.

The excursions are suitable for beginners who are going horseback riding for the first time. You ride through the countryside and woods and reach high ground from where you can admire beautiful views, and you can stop for short breaks.

1-hour hike

The excursion includes a tour of about 5/6 km around Gaino passing through historic places and opening the heart to the views of the Brescian Garda.

2-hour excursion

Tour of about 12 km along the hill between Gargnano and Toscolano, passing through historic places and opening the heart to the views of Garda Bresciano.

When the walks return, the reception continues with a lunch or dinner with a 3-course tasting menu, dessert and coffee, drinks included (dishes with seasonal and local ingredients).

Lunch is prepared by 12:30 / 1:00 pm. (preceding the walk). Dinner, on the other hand, is held after the walk.

Sportswear with long pants and closed shoes is required to participate.

Minimum age: 14 years old. Maximum weight: 95 kg.

The tour of the Albino Armani winery in Valpolicella with tasting is an unforgettable experience for all visitors who wish to discover the more unspoiled side of this territory.

The rock-cut winery, which serves as the guide for the tour, offers a unique and evocative environment that allows visitors to discover an ecosystem that had been forgotten but has now been rediscovered.

The tour includes multiple activities, including a guided tour of the winery where visitors can learn in detail about all the production processes, from grape to bottle, thanks to the expert guidance of the winery staff.

In addition, during the visit to the production areas, it will be possible to admire up close the care and attention that goes into the cultivation of the vineyards, which are located in unspoiled and wild territory.

Finally, there will be no shortage of opportunities to taste the best wines of Valpolicella, such as Valpolicella Classico Superiore Egle, Valpolicella Ripasso Classico Superiore, Amarone della Valpolicella DOCG and Recioto della Valpolicella DOC. These wines represent the best of local production and are appreciated worldwide for their intense flavor and elegance.

A winery brunch is available by reservation every Saturday and Sunday. An extremely delicious new winery tasting proposal!

The brunch includes potatoes from Valdadige, to be enjoyed with eggs and oil from the estate in Castelnuovo del Garda, which will enrich the board of cold cuts and cheeses, territorial excellences selected and paired with 3 wines from the winery's production.

Before the tasting, however, it will be possible to immerse oneself in the quiet of the resting vineyard and breathe in the scents of the aromatic herbs surrounding the winery.

The tour with brunch includes:

• Tour of the production spaces, fruit cellar and barrel room
• Tasting of 3 wines paired with brunch

WINES:

• Prosecco Rosè DOC
• Valpolicella Classico Superiore Egle
• Amarone della Valpolicella DOCG

Enjoy a fantastic sunset boat ride on Lake Garda around the Sirmione Peninsula with a glass of prosecco on board.

During the tour you will have the opportunity to take a complete tour around the Sirmione Peninsula, one of the most famous and important points of the whole Lake Garda. The departure will be directly from the Lungolago Diaz in Sirmione.

Points of interest include the Ex-villa of Maria Callas, the Aquaria Spa Center, the Boiola Thermal Spring, the Catullus Caves, the Scaliger Castle and the Medieval Port.

On board during the boat ride, a glass of Prosecco will be served to enjoy right on the lake with the sunset in the background.

The excursion is available daily from May to September.

Guided winery tour with wine tasting and lunch of typical local products on a farm in Padenghe sul Garda offers several possibilities:

Wine tour and tasting

Experience includes winery tour includes tasting of a selection of 4 wines accompanied by a board of local products.

3-course lunch

In addition to the winery tour and tasting of 4 wines, lunch is included with a first course of your choice from the menu, a side dish of seasonal vegetables, a dessert of your choice from the menu, water, coffee and cover charge, while wines are excluded.

Deluxe Lunch (From 2 to 12 people)

In addition to the winery tour, a seasonal tasting menu consisting of 5 courses (including dessert) and the pairing of 4 wines is included. Lunch includes.

• Chef's fancy amuse bouche
• Appetizer: He who sleeps does not catch fish - our marinated trout tartare with citrus from the Lake and Olio Evo Casaliva
• First course: Tortello Belante - Tortello stuffed with goat cheese on a summer velouté from the garden or "Muto come un pesce" - Tagliolino with lake ragout
• Second course: Agnus Dei - Cut of lamb depending on availability
• Dessert: And if they are roses they will bloom - Rose cake with custard

In warm weather the premium experience takes place on the patio.

In case of food intolerances please notify the facility at the time of booking. Vegetarian options are available, which must be notified at least 72 hours in advance to the facility.

Deluxe tasting takes place along with lunch.

Languages available: Italian and English.

The experience begins inside the winery, located among the Morainic Hills south of Lake Garda, and you will be accompanied by a guide through the history of the winery. The visit will immerse you in the production processes of Mantua's best-known wines, which you will later have the opportunity to taste along with a board of local delicacies.

The experience lasts about 2 hours and is suitable for everyone. Minors are not allowed to taste.

Journey to the Stefanoni Cranes

The visit to the wineries is followed by a tasting 3 Linea Cru and Sparkling wines. The tasting is accompanied by a board of local delicacies.

Journey in the Garda

The visit to the wineries is followed by a tasting 4 wines. The tasting is accompanied by a cutting board of local delicacies.

At the Root of Taste

The visit to the wineries is followed by a 4-wine tasting of fine wines that will engage all your 5 senses, accompanied by a cutting board of local specialties.

Minors and non-tasting adults will be served a cool drink paired with a typical Mantuan chopping board at the end of the visit.

This experience is a unique opportunity to learn about the history of the winery and taste its delicious wines in excellent company.

Kayak tour in Dolo, a quaint little village with a beautiful mill. The river has a very gentle current and is therefore suitable for everyone, even beginners and children from 12 years old and up.

During the itinerary you can admire the most picturesque areas: from the well-known Venetian Villas to the unspoiled nature of the Brenta Riviera. The instructor will not only explain how best to paddle, but also provide you with trivia and anecdotes to learn more about little Dolo.

Remember to bring a swimsuit and a change of clothes with you.

The facility will provide you with all equipment, including a life jacket.

Discover the Venetian Lagoon by double or single kayak from Cavallino Treporti.

You can rent a kayak for 2 or 4 hours. During the tour you will sail along the Lagoon, observe rare species of birds and enjoy sports in the park of Cavallino Treporti.

Before departure, you will receive life jackets and, upon request, a waterproof bag for your belongings. In addition, you will be provided with a detailed map of the routes with stopping points for lunch in the Lagoon.

Good swimming skills and athletic and mental/physical fitness are required.

Horseback riding near Venice is an atmospheric experience available in the morning or afternoon, in the wildest, and unspoiled nature of the country.

The rides are suitable for everyone, including beginners, but you must be at least 14 years old.

Staff will follow you throughout the walk. The trail is mainly in nature, while the 2-hour walk will take you to the sea and the lagoon.

From April, you will no longer be able to go all the way to the beach. The one-hour horseback ride follows a countryside route, and the two-hour ride follows a lagoon route.

For the excursion, it is recommended to put on comfortable clothing consisting of: closed shoes and long pants. The facility will provide you with all equipment for horseback riding, including helmet (mandatory).

Horseback ride at an altitude of almost 800 meters in Arsiè, in the province of Belluno.

Venture into a beautiful mountainous landscape, nestled between the Asiago Plateau and the Grappa Massif, surrounded by the Feltre Dolomites that will provide the backdrop for your ride.

The rides are suitable for everyone, even children 10 and under, who will ride independently.

You can choose from different durations, 1 hour, 2 hours or 3 hours.

The experience will begin with a short introductory lesson on how to ride your horse. Throughout the excursion you will be accompanied by an experienced equestrian guide.

The Ezzellini Hills quad bike ride in Veneto is an excursion into the heart of the region that will take you through the beautiful countryside and mountain landscapes to the top of Mount Grappa.

After a briefing on driving the quad bike, you will set off and travel along dirt roads that connect the beautiful villages of the Grappa foothills. Possible crossing of a few fords or rusciello in the off seasons.

Renting quads on this tour also takes you to discover an area rich in history and charm in the land of the Ezzelini. A minimum of 3 quads is required for weekday departures, Monday through Friday.

The half-day (4h 30 min) or middle half-day (10am-4:30pm) quad bike excursion to Mt. Grappa, with an intermediate stop for lunch.

Half Day (10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. or 3:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.)

Departure from Romano d'Ezzelino; after a few km necessary for the transfer to the mountain, the hike gets into full swing. Interesting passages, views and the stop in the malga give an intense pleasure that you will remember for a long time. Excursion of medium physical commitment.

Half-day Central (10 a.m.-4:30 p.m.)

After a few miles on the quad bike necessary for the transfer to the mountain, the hike gets into full swing. Interesting passes, views and a stop at an alpine hut for lunch give an intense pleasure that we will remember for a long time. Longer "Half Day" hike that allows trespassing in the northernmost area of the Grappa Massif.

Horseback riding in the Zoldo Dolomites is an adventure that will remain in your hearts forever. The magic of the Dolomites, in the silence marked only by the steps of our docile horse friends, will captivate you, leaving indelible memories in your memory.

The trail is on a white road that follows the forest and the river, accompanied by an instructor who will help you to better understand the notions for horseback riding.

The walk is suitable for beginners and can be performed even if there is snow on the route.

Enjoy a snowcat dinner at a mountain hut in Corvara in Alta Badia in the Dolomites. Departure is from the "Col Alto" gondola, where a snowcat will be waiting to take you to the refuge.

You can opt for a 3- or 4-course menu, with the option of deciding on your favorite dishes directly from the menu. In particular, you will find an offering that tries to reconcile traditional dishes with more original and creative ones.

Specialties include focaccia with lightly smoked Osvaldo ham, tagliatelle with venison ragout and veal bitok.

At the end of dinner, the facility will arrange for you to return to take you back to the gondola departure point.

Snowmobiling in the Dolomites in Alleghe, is an experience that will take you along scenic trails and snow-covered forests, you will have the opportunity to admire breathtaking slopes and enjoy the magical atmosphere of the night.

The night tour driving courses will take place at the Alleghe ski facilities, at the foot of the magnificent and striking Mount Civetta and will leave you immersed in the setting of the Belluno Dolomites, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where you will have a different experience on the snow, in contact with nature and snow-covered forests.

Snowmobile rental in the Dolomites will allow you to tackle steep climbs and snow-covered slopes, catch glimpses of mountain wildlife here and there, and stop to listen to the silence around you.

No experience is necessary for this snowmobile tour, but a minimum age of 18 is required of the snowmobile driver.

In this picturesque area you will have a choice of two exciting activities:

Snowshoeing at Giau Pass

Accompanied by an experienced Mountain Guide, you will have the opportunity to scropriate the majestic views offered by the Italian Alps. You will wear snowshoes to cross silent snow-covered forests and climb to discover the most imposing peaks up to the Giau Pass, which will offer you a never-seen-before panorama: the Mondeval plateau surrounded by unique mountains such as Pelmo, Lastoni de Formin, Becco di Mezzodì.
A very beautiful hike along an open and sunny route suitable for everyone, even beginners.

Snowmobiling and snowshoeing

During this activity you will travel a journey of about 30 minutes on a snowmobile driven by an experienced driver. This snowmobile ride will allow you to reach the highest point of your excursion while enjoying the snowy landscapes from a whole new perspective. Once you arrive, you will begin your snowshoe descent through a quiet trail with breathtaking views at the edge of the forest.
Easy hike, suitable for everyone.

Both hikes can be private or group depending on the number of participants or personal preference. Group snowshoeing will not be done if the number of those booked is less than 4. In the event that the Guide does not receive any more reservations, you will be notified that the hike is cancelled.

Proper winter clothing is recommended with waterproof clothing, thick gloves, sunglasses and hiking boots, but not moonboots. Also, it is recommended to have a backpack with water, sunscreen and snacks in it.

Snowshoeing by snowmobile to the Three Peaks of Lavaredo is a unique and adventurous experience that will take you on a discovery of beautiful snowy landscapes.

The tour involves snowmobiling to the Three Peaks of Lavaredo and then a snowshoe hike and sledding descent. It is a peaceful route with beautiful views at the edge of the forest.

The snowshoe hike includes a loop tour, all around the Three Peaks, passing under the dizzying and impressive north walls that rise 550 meters into the sky.

Itinerary description:

• Upon arriving at Rifugio Lago d'Antorno, you rent fast snowmobiles that ascend to Rifugio Auronzo (at 2320 meters) in about 25 minutes. The route you take by snowmobile ends just below the great rock walls of the Tre Cime Di Lavaredo and takes about 30 minutes.
• The snowshoe hike begins at the Auronzo Refuge and follows the summer trail counterclockwise to the Forcella Lavaredo, a strategic point for a 360-degree panorama of the surrounding mountains.
• It continues by crossing all the north walls to the Forcella di Mezzo, from which it returns to the Lago d'Antorno Refuge along the Val delle Fontane.
• For the return trip we recommend a nice toboggan ride that can be rented directly at the start of the hike.

A unique experience to admire one of the most beautiful landscapes of the Dolomites and suitable more or less for everyone (physical condition permitting), requiring no particular effort as the uphill part is done driving the snowmobile, so that one can enjoy the panoramic tour of the Peaks and the descent.

A real Safari... but on snow by snowmobile, from Lake Antorno, near Cortina and Misurina, to the Three Peaks of Lavaredo at the Auronzo refuge.

On the way you will be driving the snowmobile for a length of about 20 km, going through stretches in the middle of forests and fir trees, until you reach the foot of the Three Peaks of Lavaredo, the most famous mountains in the Dolomites with an incredible view of Cortina d'Ampezzo and the whole valley.

The serpentine of snowmobiles (maximum of 4) will follow a guide who will determine the pace and safety of the chosen route. You will first run a 3km loop around Lake Antorno and after that the real climb begins, stop for 10 minutes at the Auronzo hut, just below the Three Peaks for photos and a small break and then return to the bottom of the valley.

At the end of the experience, it will be possible to add a tasting of wines and local products including D.o.c.g. wines from Trenitno, Veneto and Alto Adige and local cold cuts and cheeses. One tasting is for 2 people.

Experience a fantastic snowmobile ride through the forests and spectacular scenery all over the snow-capped Dolomites in one of the most beautiful winter resorts in all of Veneto.

No prior experience is needed to ride a snowmobile and all you need is to be of legal age.

This is the closest snowmobile experience to Cortina d'Ampezzo, which climbs the Three Peaks of Lavaredo. An unforgettable experience!

Horseback riding on the Altopiano dei Sette Comuni plateau in Asiago will allow you to have a unique experience riding a horse.

The excursions are also suitable for beginners, in fact, before the walk the guide will explain how to mount and teach you the commands to best ride the horse.

You can choose from 1- or 2-hour hikes in which you will immerse yourself in the peaceful forests and grasslands of the Plateau. The rides are available from April through November.

Sportswear with long pants and closed shoes is required to participate in the walk.

The Vespa tour of Prosecco in Veneto is a unique experience to discover the landscapes and culinary specialties of the area.

The tour begins with Vespa rental and pickup (at 9:30 am or 10:30 am) and then continues along the route. The return is flexible: from 3:30 pm to 7:00 pm.

During the tour, you will have the opportunity to travel 75 km through the hilly landscapes of Veneto, discovering medieval testimonies, hermitages, centuries-old churches and ancient ruins.

You can stop at a winery and vineyard for a picnic, with the basket composed on site (not included in the price). Along the way, you will also find numerous places where you can sample the food and wine specialties of the area.

On this journey through vineyards, cultivations, rural houses and farms, you will encounter numerous wineries where grapes are vinified.

Wine tasting in the hills of Valdobbiadene is a delightful experience that can be developed in two different ways.

Both tours will begin with a description of the production process and a tour of the winery.

If you then decide to take the 1h15minute tour, a tasting of 4 wines will follow. In the 2h tasting, however, you will also take a guided walk through the winery's rows during which you will also have time to ask questions.

Both tastings include a food pairing with each of the proposed wines.

For children and it will still be possible to have a tasting with snacks and non-alcoholic beverages.

For the vineyard picnic in Valdobbiadene, you can choose from two different baskets:

Little Red Riding Hood

The "Little Red Riding Hood" basket includes a bottle of Prosecco Marchet Extra Dry, smoked Giacomino salami or half salami, smoked ricotta, a loaf of bread and two 0.50-liter bottles of Italian water.

Flavors of Valdobbiadene

The "Flavors of Valdobbiadene" basket includes a bottle of Marchet Extra Dry Prosecco from Terra di Guia winery, half a salami, a smoked pork tenderloin called "Giacomino," malga cheese, smoked ricotta, sweet and sour giardiniera, a loaf of bread and two 0.50-liter bottles of Italian water.

Both offerings will give you an authentic gastronomic experience of the Valdobbiadene region, with high-quality local products and breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside.

Horseback riding in the Prosecco hills in the area of Conegliano and Valdobbiadene will allow you to immerse yourself in nature and traverse an area recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The walks can be 1 or 2 hours.

In the 1-hour walk, you start at the riding stables and walk up into the hills to admire the view of the village of Rolle di Cison di Valmarino. It can be done during the day or at sunset, with the possibility of an aperitif following the walk.

In the two-hour walk, from the riding stables you will enter the hills crossing paths, vineyards, woods and waterways. You will also discover on your horseback the charming villages of Arfanta and Rolle.

At the end of the one-hour excursion, it is possible to stop at an agritourism in the area to have an aperitif and taste typical local products accompanied by a glass of Prosecco.

The horseback riding experience is suitable for anyone over the age of 14, even first-time riders, and the maximum number of participants is 5. Appropriate clothing for horseback riding, such as closed shoes and long pants, is recommended.

The horseback ride between Vicenza and Padua, in Montegaldella, can take an hour or two, depending on your preference, and is ideal for a relaxing experience in excellent company.

It starts at a local ranch and continues into the Vicenza wilderness, with the option of ending the experience at sunset by choosing the 4 p.m. tour.

Your guide will also teach you how to clean and prepare your horse, before you mount.

The tour is organized exclusively and can be either 1 hour or 2 hours long. It is suitable for everyone, including beginners.

Participants should send ID and social security number to the facility following booking.