Verona & Lake Garda tour from Milan: Boat cruise included

See Verona's Roman Arena and Juliet's Balcony, then cruise Lake Garda's waters

A full-day tour from Milan to Verona visits the Arena amphitheater, Juliet's Balcony and Piazza delle Erbe in the historic center, then transfers to Sirmione on Lake Garda for a boat cruise past the Scaliger Castle and time to explore the waterfront town. An English-speaking guide leads the group by private coach with hotel pickup and drop-off included.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each2 stops

1. Piazza delle Erbe10m
2. Scaliger Castle20m

Verona and Lake Garda full-day tour

• Meet participants and depart Milan
• Travel to Verona by coach
• Visit Juliet's Balcony
• See Piazza delle Erbe
• Explore the Arena
• Free time for lunch in Verona
• Transfer to Sirmione
• Visit Scaliger Castle exterior
• Boat cruise on Lake Garda
• Walk and enjoy ice cream in Sirmione
• Shopping in Sirmione historic center
• Return to Milan

The experience

The coach leaves from Central train station (Hotel Gallia) in Milan and heads toward Verona, one of northern Italy's most visited cities. Once there, you walk through the historic center to see the Arena, a 2,000-year-old Roman amphitheater still standing at the heart of the city. Juliet's Balcony draws crowds year-round (many touch the bronze statue for luck), and Piazza delle Erbe, the old marketplace, sits nearby with its medieval towers and Renaissance palaces framing the square. You have free time to grab lunch before the afternoon leg begins.

In the afternoon, the coach transfers you to Sirmione, a small town built on a peninsula jutting into Lake Garda. The Scaliger Castle rises from the water at the town's entrance, its crenelated walls and drawbridge marking it as a medieval fortress. You board a boat for a cruise on the lake itself, weather permitting, then walk through Sirmione's narrow streets lined with shops selling local products and souvenirs. The return journey to Milan takes you back the way you came, arriving in the evening.

What’s included

• An English-speaking tour leader guides the group.
• private coach transport with air conditioning.
• round-trip transfers from Central train station (Hotel Gallia) in Milan.
• boat ride on Lake Garda, weather permitting.
• free time to explore Verona's historic center and Sirmione's streets and shops.

Options for this experience

2 options

Standard TourGuide in English · Available from 30 Dec · 07:35 and 07:45

Private OptionGuide in English · 07:45Pickup is included

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Lasts 12h, runs every day at 07:45 and 07:35, from € 139 per person, with a live guide in English and with free cancellation up to 24 h before.

Days and timesEvery day except Wednesday: 07:45Wednesday: 07:35 and 07:45

Book up to12h before

AgesAdult (14 and older) · Child (4 to 13 years) · Infant (under 4)

GroupUp to 35

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 4 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyPublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by TAOTRAVEL

Is this one for you?Pick the shared coach if you're splitting costs with travel companions, or the private vehicle if your group wants a dedicated guide and flexible pacing for the full day.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (4 to 13 years); Infant (under 4).

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What is the Arena in Verona and why do people visit it?

The Arena is an ancient Roman amphitheater built nearly 2,000 years ago and remains one of Verona's most recognizable landmarks. It still stands in the city center and is one of the best-preserved structures of its kind from that era.

What happens during the boat cruise on Lake Garda?

The boat ride takes you out on Lake Garda, where you can see the Scaliger Castle from the water and enjoy views across the lake. The cruise runs weather permitting, and afterward you have time to walk through Sirmione's historic center before returning to Milan.

How much free time do I have in Verona and Sirmione?

The tour includes free time in both Verona (for lunch and exploring at your own pace) and Sirmione (for shopping and walking the town after the boat cruise). The exact duration of each free period depends on the day's schedule and traffic conditions.

Does the price include food, drinks or tips?

Food and drink are not included in the tour price. Gratuities are also not included, so you decide whether and how much to tip your guide.