Valdobbiadene and Prosecco: The 5 best experiences to have

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 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.

Enjoy an unforgettable sailing adventure on Lake Garda, starting from the town of Riva del Garda.

Whether you opt for a half-day or full-day trip, you will be accompanied by an experienced skipper who will guide you through the peculiarities of the lake, giving you the opportunity to relax and enjoy the beauty of the lake landscapes.

Half-day tour

With the half-day tour, you can depart from Riva del Garda and immerse yourself in a sailing experience that will take you along the crystal-clear waters of the lake. Along the way, you will have the opportunity to admire the Ponale Falls and swim in the lake's enchanting coves. This trip is ideal for those who want a brief taste of the beauty of Lake Garda. The tour lasts 4 hours.

Full-day tour

The day tour allows you to spend more time discovering the wonders of the Lake: you can explore its islands, waterfalls, and hidden beaches while listening to the valuable information the experienced skipper will provide. The tour lasts 8 hours.

Sunset aperitif sailing on Lake Garda will allow you to enjoy a romantic and evocative experience.

This event is ideal for celebrating an anniversary, birthday or simply to surprise someone with a special gift, offering a relaxing atmosphere that will make your moment unforgettable.

Departure is scheduled from Riva del Garda at 6 p.m., guaranteeing a view of the sunset over the lake. The return is scheduled for 9:30 pm, allowing you to enjoy the lake in its evening hours. Throughout the experience, you will be accompanied by an experienced skipper who will make your trip carefree and full of curiosity.

The aperitif on board the sailboat will consist of prosecco, chips, fresh water, juices and a variety of soft drinks. This will allow all participants' tastes to be satisfied.

The boat can accommodate up to 11 people, but smaller boats are available for couples or smaller groups.

Book a horseback ride in the Giudicarie forests, an experience in which the trails are on a loop route, characterized by ups and downs. You'll pass through villages, including Rango, one of the most beautiful in Italy; forests; fields; and country roads.

The view is of the outer judicature surrounded by the Dolomites.

The horseback ride is an activity suitable for both experts and beginners 14 years and older.

Walk in the woods in Val di Sole, suitable for beginners. The horseback ride is always organized in the company of an equestrian guide.

1-hour walk

Starting from the riding stables, we take the route that between woods and countryside will take us to the outskirts of the village of Pellizzano.

It is a loop trail mostly at a walking pace. Depending on the level of the group, it will be possible to include stretches of leading at a trot.

2-hour walk

The 2-hour horseback ride will take you along forest trails to Ossana, at the foot of Castel San Michele. It is a pace and trot route, recommended for riders with a minimum of experience.

During the horseback ride starting from Cavedine, just north of Riva del Garda, we follow trails at the foot of Mount Bondone entering a nearby forest.

The walk is suitable for and enjoyable for everyone, beginner or not; even those who have never ridden a horse can participate, and will be able to take their first steps with the help of an equestrian guide.

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.

Wine tasting in the Euganean Hills takes place in the estate vineyard, surrounded by greenery. It is available from 9 a.m. to noon and 2 p.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Saturday.

During the experience, you will taste a selection of wines accompanied by local cured meats and cheeses, with detailed information about each wine, the soil of origin, grape variety, winemaking processes and organoleptic characteristics. The approximate duration is one hour.

The three tasting options are:

• "Arquà": 3 wines and cicchetti with local cured meats.
• "Colli Euganei": 4 wines and cicchetti with local cured meats and cheeses.
• "Vulcanica": 5 wines and cicchetti with local cured meats and cheeses.

These experiences provide an opportunity to explore local wines and discover the region's food and wine culture.

A guided winery tour in Vo', outside Padua, will immerse you in the wine culture of the Veneto region. You will taste historic Veneto wines on the winery's panoramic terrace, overlooking the Euganean Hills, or inside the barrique cellar.

The activity begins with a guided tour of the wine laboratory where you will learn about the winery's traditional production processes and aging techniques. Afterwards, you will taste 3 or 5 local wines, depending on the option you choose, paired with a charcuterie board.

Overview (1 hour 30 minutes)

The tasting takes place on the winery's panoramic terrace, which offers a beautiful view of the Euganean Hills. The tasting includes 5 wines:

• 2 white wines
• 2 red wines
• 1 sweet wine

The tasting is accompanied by:

• Bread crostini with extra virgin olive oil DOP
• 1 type of local cured meats
• 1 type of cheese
• Bread and water

A complimentary bottle of wine offered by the winery is provided for couples.

In the barrique cellar (2 hours)

The tasting takes place inside the winery's barrique cellar and includes 3 Riserva wines, paired with:

• Bread crostini with extra virgin olive oil DOP
• 2 types of local cured meats
• 2 types of cheeses
• Bread and water

Complimentary 2 bottles of wine offered by the winery are provided for couples.

The visit to the winery is a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the history of the production of the historic Veneto wines and to taste excellent wines in the company of friends, relatives or your partner.

A sweatshirt is recommended for the winery visit.

Wine Tasting in the Berici Hills between Padua and Vicenza can be developed, depending on your preferences, according to four different options:

Interlude Tasting

You will be offered 4 excellent labels specially selected for you accompanied by pan biscotto. The experience lasts 1 hour and 30 minutes and costs €20 per person.

Raixe Grixe Tasting.

You will be offered 4 excellent labels selected especially for you accompanied by pan biscotto and Asiago cheese, which are typical local products that are an integral part of the history of our area.

Edgard Tasting

You will taste the winery's most distinctive wines. From the highly prized Sior Marco 2020 to the winery's Arcadia. All accompanied by fragrant appetizers made up of products closely linked to the territory, both because they have been part of traditional Veneto gastronomy since time immemorial, and because during the tastings, materials produced in the Veneto are preferred if not directly in the Vicenza area, so as to offer an experience that immerses itself as much as possible in local life.

Picnic

The picnic is composed of 1 bottle of Costalunga wine for every two people, and the menu consists of Asiago Fr Nerone DOP (Caseificio Sociale Ponte di Barbarano), Sopressa Veneta (variable - Trentin) Pan biscotto (variable - Panificio F.lli Crescenzio), small bottle of water (choice of natural or sparkling).

Before the tastings, you will be offered a tour of the vineyards surrounding the winery, the historic villa, the small church and the fountain: a setting steeped in history that will remind you of your roots.

During the tours with tasting you will have the opportunity to taste different wines, paired with typical products of the local gastronomy, such as cured meats, cheeses and artisan-made bread.

At the end of the tour and tasting, you will have the opportunity to purchase products from the winery.

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.

Horseback riding in the Euganean Hills is an exciting opportunity to explore scenic trails and enjoy breathtaking views.

Horseback riding in the Euganean Hills is available by reservation Tuesday through Sunday and lasts approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes. The activity begins with a half-hour lesson, followed by a 1-hour walk.

The walk is suitable for everyone, including beginners, and the minimum age requirement is 14 years.