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Before founding a tour company, we have been working for years for the major tour operators in Milan. We know the tourism industry like the back of our hands and we are looking forward to offering you perfectly crafted tours by our in-field experts
Milan, Lombardy, Italy
Why book with Abroads Tours
- We have been working for years with the biggest tour operators in Milan providing hungreds of tours to Lake Como, Lugano and Bernina Express.
- English
- Professional tour guide
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9–11 hours
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10–11 hours
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$132
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3–4 hours
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Recommended by 95% of travelers
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$55
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Likely To Sell Out
2–3 hours
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Most Recent: Reviews ordered by most recent publish date in descending order.
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Alan M
Woodford, UK8 contributions
Sep 2022
It couldn't have been better. Oleg is knowledgeable and has clearly done his homework in order to deliver the most exciting, but relaxing, days out I've ever had in the area. He's absolutely right - an informative one-hour journey on a train (rather than sitting for 2 hours on a coach with the guide having to say the same thing in 4 languages) with the sights of the Italian countryside to accompany us. He avoided the hordes of tourists and overcrowding which dog the area.
His knowledge of Balbianello was extensive and I was impressed that immediately he was able to reference the films which used the setting as a backdrop. Again, the ferries he used were not overcrowded and throughout the journey he was able to explain the history both recent and past.
And there were those things which are important to some and not others. Where to buy the best ice cream (Varenna), the best value cafe (Balbianello) and where to find a clean toilet!
This man has the right attitude of a tour guide and listens to his customers.
And finally - what great value! Thank you, Oleg.
His knowledge of Balbianello was extensive and I was impressed that immediately he was able to reference the films which used the setting as a backdrop. Again, the ferries he used were not overcrowded and throughout the journey he was able to explain the history both recent and past.
And there were those things which are important to some and not others. Where to buy the best ice cream (Varenna), the best value cafe (Balbianello) and where to find a clean toilet!
This man has the right attitude of a tour guide and listens to his customers.
And finally - what great value! Thank you, Oleg.
Written September 14, 2022
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Thanks a lot Alan, it's been a pleasure to guide you on this tour
Written October 8, 2022
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Melissa G
Boston, MA1 contribution
Jul 2024 • Solo
Really fun, beautiful and informative trip! Stefano was an excellent and engaging host. Wines were great and the scenery was amazing. Also met fun people on the tour :). Highly recommend!!!
Written July 8, 2024
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Nick Russell
Boston, MA1 contribution
Jun 2024 • Couples
We had a great time touring Alba and Barolo with our guide. Even though we were with a small group of non-Italians, the places we visited felt very authentic. We had lunch as a couple at a great restaurant in Alba recommended by the guide, which we probably never would have found otherwise.
It was a great mixture of guided touring with helpful information as well as unstructured time to explore around. Delicious food and wine, beautiful views, and nice people!
It was a great mixture of guided touring with helpful information as well as unstructured time to explore around. Delicious food and wine, beautiful views, and nice people!
Written June 29, 2024
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Hello Nick, what a great review you wrote for us! Thank you so much for your valuable feedback.
Greetings to Boston from Stefano and Oleg, founders of Abroads Tours.
Written July 3, 2024
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Sienna S
4 contributions
Mar 2024 • Family
This small group tour was a perfect walk and sightseeing. The views were perfect from Bellagio, Varenna and Bellano Gorge. The guide was helpful and knowledgeable who made this tour even better with little tid-bits about the place. The travel path was easy and the locations were wonderful. Everyone should experience this tour.
Written June 15, 2024
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Preston B
1 contribution
Fantastic day tour when you’re in Milan! Our guide was Stefano who was so nice and took the time the get to know everyone. The smaller tour with 10 people was so much better than a big tour because you were able to interact with everyone and the tour was more personal. Definitely an unforgettable experience that was breathtaking. The small village Torno was great because there were no other tour groups, and you got a little taste of what the locals’ lives were like. 100% recommend
Written July 22, 2023
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Thank you 😊
Written July 24, 2023
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Deborah N
Scotland, UK12 contributions
Sep 2024 • Couples
Ahead of the tour our guide Chiara got in touch to provide clear information about the trip - this was really helpful & meant our group easily gathered in plenty of time to board the train & sit together before the train got crowded. Como being Chiara’s home town, she had plenty of local knowledge & tips to help us get the best from our time.
We were even lucky enough to catch a glimpse if the Italian ‘Red (white & green!) Arrows’ flying by.
Overall it was a fantastic tour - extremely well organized, beautiful scenery, great restaurant recommendations for lunch. Chiara was friendly & fun, taking time to make sure everyone enjoyed their day.
We did a fair bit of walking, so happy I wore comfy shoes.
It was wonderful to experience new areas of Italy & Switzerland by train … & there was chocolate!!
Would certainly recommend this trip & guide and would use this company again if I return to the area. Great value for money.
We were even lucky enough to catch a glimpse if the Italian ‘Red (white & green!) Arrows’ flying by.
Overall it was a fantastic tour - extremely well organized, beautiful scenery, great restaurant recommendations for lunch. Chiara was friendly & fun, taking time to make sure everyone enjoyed their day.
We did a fair bit of walking, so happy I wore comfy shoes.
It was wonderful to experience new areas of Italy & Switzerland by train … & there was chocolate!!
Would certainly recommend this trip & guide and would use this company again if I return to the area. Great value for money.
Written September 7, 2024
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Thanks so much for your awesome review of the Lugano and Como Lake tour with Abroads Tours!
We’re really happy to hear that you enjoyed being in a small group and checking out those off-the-beaten-path spots that our itinerary offers.
If you’re looking to explore more hidden gems in a relaxed, small-group setting, we’d love to have you join us on our tours! 😊
Chiara & Oleg
Written September 13, 2024
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LouiseBrown3013
Frimley Green, UK24 contributions
Mara was our guide and she was lovely, knowledgeable, funny and looked after us all. Train to Como was quick, Boat trip on lake was fab. In our free time we took the funicular up to Brunate (on the hilltop) and had lunch at Bellavista Hotel Restaurant, highly recommend, great views of the lake. 30 mins on train to Switzerland, chocolate tasting was ok. In free time strongly recommend you hire a small motor boat on lake Lugano (€40 for 30 mins, no licence required, just ID) and enjoy the quiet, the scenery and the properties, its stunning. Long day 09.30 - 19.30 but worth it!
Written September 5, 2024
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Thank you for your detailed review of our tour organized by Abroads Tours. It further confirms our commitment to providing a great experience with a small group, a no-rushed itinerary, and no time wasted on a bus. Unlike other crowded tours with 50 people, on this tour, you enjoyed a full day of genuine enjoyment while visiting some non-touristy places.
Written September 13, 2024
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Mackenzie S
Fayetteville, GA20 contributions
Aug 2024 • Couples
Absolutely amazing day trip!!! Simona was a fantastic and patient guide. She was incredibly knowledgeable, helpful, she recommended great food spots, amazing Gelato etc. We had an unlucky late train, but I never felt rushed and we had ample time to enjoy by ourselves. Simona was great showing us the history while also telling us about it and making sure we had lots of free time to explore, she was the best. I enjoyed the small group experience. We made great friends and enjoyed the intimate experience. Simona was able to attend to everyone and was just so kind and sweet. The train rides were beautiful and comfortable. The chocolate tasting in Switzerland was my highlight!!!! Although, after a beautiful day of traveling, I did also thouroughly enjoy taking a swim in Lake Lugano, so dont forget your swimsuit in the summer. It's warm and clear water! Im from Atlanta and I cannot wait to do this trip again, it was just that incredible!! Thank you Simona for everything!!! This was one of my most memorable life trips, all in a day!!
Written August 20, 2024
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Taylor K
Edinburgh, UK1 contribution
Aug 2024 • Friends
This was really a fantastic tour and I’d definitely recommend it for anybody interested in visiting Como and Lugano. Our tour was conducted by a wonderfully talented and informed lady named Najma, who was friendly and helpful throughout.
We began in Milano and departed on a relatively short train journey to Como, during which we were introduced to Najma and the itinerary for the day was divulged.
Upon alighting the train we made a short walk into the first square of Como. The tour was conducted via a radio system and we were given information about the area and the history during the walk.
The walk around Como lasted around half an hour, during which we were shown around to some interesting areas with historical significance and were provided with facts and information about the area, highlighting their role in the history of Como.
We then traveled to the dock to board the boat, and this process was all very easy and swift which was pleasantly surprising based on how busy the area and the attraction seemed. The boat tour provided some fantastic views of Lake Como and we were given more interesting tidbits regarding the villas and the surrounding areas of the lake.
Upon completion of the boat tour a meeting point was designated and we were granted some time to explore the area on our own, during which I had some lunch at a small restaurant and some ice cream.
After our free time was completed we made the short walk back to the train station and boarded a train to Lugano, which again was not too long. The views of the area from the train were beautifully scenic and were obviously even better after alighting. We descended from the train station and arrived in Lugano, at which point we were briefly shown around the area and pointed in the direction of some areas and activities in which we could spend our time.
We then partook in a chocolate tasting experience which was very lovely and were then granted around an hour in which to spend in the area, or we were offered the opportunity to stay later and make our own way back afterwards (we were told the processes and train times if we were to take this option).
The city was amazing and the views were absolutely stunning, and there were plenty of places to explore or shop. I opted to travel back on the first train, and this was very easy yet again with the help of the tour leader.
Overall I can’t speak highly enough of this tour, it was an amazing day, thoroughly enjoyable and highly engaging.
We began in Milano and departed on a relatively short train journey to Como, during which we were introduced to Najma and the itinerary for the day was divulged.
Upon alighting the train we made a short walk into the first square of Como. The tour was conducted via a radio system and we were given information about the area and the history during the walk.
The walk around Como lasted around half an hour, during which we were shown around to some interesting areas with historical significance and were provided with facts and information about the area, highlighting their role in the history of Como.
We then traveled to the dock to board the boat, and this process was all very easy and swift which was pleasantly surprising based on how busy the area and the attraction seemed. The boat tour provided some fantastic views of Lake Como and we were given more interesting tidbits regarding the villas and the surrounding areas of the lake.
Upon completion of the boat tour a meeting point was designated and we were granted some time to explore the area on our own, during which I had some lunch at a small restaurant and some ice cream.
After our free time was completed we made the short walk back to the train station and boarded a train to Lugano, which again was not too long. The views of the area from the train were beautifully scenic and were obviously even better after alighting. We descended from the train station and arrived in Lugano, at which point we were briefly shown around the area and pointed in the direction of some areas and activities in which we could spend our time.
We then partook in a chocolate tasting experience which was very lovely and were then granted around an hour in which to spend in the area, or we were offered the opportunity to stay later and make our own way back afterwards (we were told the processes and train times if we were to take this option).
The city was amazing and the views were absolutely stunning, and there were plenty of places to explore or shop. I opted to travel back on the first train, and this was very easy yet again with the help of the tour leader.
Overall I can’t speak highly enough of this tour, it was an amazing day, thoroughly enjoyable and highly engaging.
Written August 20, 2024
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Ava S
Belmont, MA1 contribution
Aug 2024 • Friends
This trip was absolutely amazing and well worth the money. If you are doubting it, BOOK NOW. We spent 8 hours exploring como and Lugano. The tour guide Simona was extremely knowledgeable and a pleasure to be around. I would do it a million times over again. We were with a small group and were able to make friends with everyone. Great vibes all around.
Written August 17, 2024
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Hello, We are considering joining your tour in April. The tour is from Milan to Como and Lugano. We have some questions.
1. The description on Trip Advisor recommends the tour for ages 6-69. We are in our mid seventies. We are mobile and able to walk distances. Do you see our age as a problem.
2. Is there guaranteed seating on the boat ride.
3. Why is there a concern about back problems?
We look forward to your response.
Written January 18, 2024
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