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Lake Como Picnic: Scenic Views and Local Delicacies
5.0
74 Ratings
Varenna
Indulge in an exclusive picnic in the foothills of the Alps with breathtaking lake views. Experience the taste of local products while enjoying a photogenic venue and a short walk in the forest.
Indulge in an exclusive picnic in the foothills of the Alps with breathtaking lake views. Experience the taste of local products while enjoying a photogenic venue and a short walk in the forest.
Duration:
4 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Camaggiore - We meet at the pier at the Hotel Olivedo in Varenna. We board the car that will take us up to the mountains. Travel time will be around 40 minutes. On the way you’ll be able to admire dramatic landscapes, half-abandoned churches, orchards and, of course, the lake.\nWhen we reach the parking place we leave the car and the guide will…
- Camaggiore - We meet at the pier at the Hotel Olivedo in Varenna. We board the car that will take us up to the mountains. Travel time will be around 40 minutes. On the way you’ll be able to admire dramatic landscapes, half-abandoned churches, orchards and, of course, the lake.\nWhen we reach the parking place we leave the car and the guide will take us on a nice walk through the forest with panoramas of the water surface. The walk will take 20-30 minutes depending on the walking speed.\nRising to the very foothills of the Alps, the views will finally open in all their glory. We now get to the picnic area, where you find everything ready for you, a light music in the background, an elegant atmosphere and a magnificent view. We will show you the products we have selected from local farmers and tell you where they come from and the stories behind these places, then leave you to enjoy the atmosphere! We guarantee you will take great photos!\n\nThe total activity time will be 3 - 3.5 hours.\n\nEstimated end of the program:\n15.00
What's Included
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- Brunch
- All Fees and Taxes
- Alcoholic beverages
- The lunch equipment
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- Brunch
- All Fees and Taxes
- Alcoholic beverages
- The lunch equipment
Additional Information
Experience the perfect blend of appetizing flavors, picturesque views, serene nature, and privacy, all combined for creating an unmatched picnic experience.
Suddenly, find yourself nestled in the foothills of the Alps, witnessing Lake Como’s magnificence through a bird’s eye view. We have crafted for you an exclusive aesthetic picnic that features local…
Experience the perfect blend of appetizing flavors, picturesque views, serene nature, and privacy, all combined for creating an unmatched picnic experience.
Suddenly, find yourself nestled in the foothills of the Alps, witnessing Lake Como’s magnificence through a bird’s eye view. We have crafted for you an exclusive aesthetic picnic that features local delicacies from the Valtellina and Valsassina valleys.
Take a serene walk in the forest while absorbing the panoramic views of Lake Como’s iconic spots.
Get to know the local producers and farmers and their lifestyle.
Revel in a picturesque location, fully outfitted for an experience to remember.
Relish our carefully chosen and freshly made cuisine: meats, cheeses, fruits, vegetables, light snacks, water and wine.
- the minimum drinking age for the alcoholic beverage is 18 у.o
Location
Varenna
Meet our guide in front of the hotel Olivedo in the square Martiri, the guide have a sign Picnickle
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
5.0
(74 Ratings)
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Marmienorv
Oct 24, 2025
Best day ever!! - This picnic was magical! Maria is wonderful and puts so much thought into every aspect of the excursion. This could not have been better -absolutely fantastic. We will remember it always!
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Sjnorve
Oct 24, 2025
Among the world’s best views - We are speechless. Maria blew us away with this private, intimate tour of the Alps’ foothills. She went so far above and beyond to care for our party of four (two couples). The food and location were perfect. But the views…..this is a world class visual experience. We have traveled all seven continents. What we saw today was beyond reckoning. If you want to see Lake Como, there are three ways: boat tour, lakeside, or high above. The latter is this tour and you too will be speechless. Highly recommended.
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Companion12266522187
Oct 16, 2025
Not to be missed!! - If you want an experience you will not likely ever forget, book this activity! Maria and her picnickle team create an overwhelmingly beautiful presentation of delicious local cheeses, meats, fruits, breads, dessert, and wine in the most breathtaking spot overlooking Lake Como and Lake Lugano. A dream. Maria is great company as she drove us up the mountain, stopping at a beautiful lookout, and then to a point where we had the opportunity for a gentle walk with the lake view by our side. While we walked the incredible picnic was created. Absolute highlight of our Lake Como visit and we are still talking about it even as we returned home from our trip. Worth more than we paid for a priceless experience!!
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Angiesn1363zw
Oct 15, 2025
Highly recommended - Maria and Hayden were great! The tour was amazing in every way. The food, drinks, wine and views were fantastic and such a great experience to get away from the hustle and head to the mountains and experience the small villages.
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James_m
Oct 5, 2025
Best of the best - We have been on countless tours/excursions this is easily the best of them all. Nothing comes close to it. Amazing scenery, delicious food/ wine, and a guide who I rate a 10 out of 5. Maria was an absolute pleasure to be with. Never rushing you. the picnic does require some walking on unpaved roads but the payoff, once you reached the picnic site, was worth the walk. We have picnicked in Maui, and several US National Parks and nothing comes close to the panoramic views you will see here. We were fortunate to have a perfect weather day which added greatly to the experience. Highly recommend this tour.
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Kristao117
Oct 4, 2025
10 out of 10! - Our mountainside picnic experience was spectacular! We were going to do a wooden boat tour but I happened upon this gem and I’m soooo glad I did! ! We were greeted with warmth and genuine hospitality by our host, Maria, whose knowledge of the area and passion for sharing it added to the experience.
The setting was breathtaking—perched on a quiet slope with sweeping views of the mountains, valleys, and lakes that seemed to stretch forever. The picnic was beautifully arranged with local meats and cheeses and complemented the natural beauty around us. It was so nice to get out into nature and out of the hustle and bustle of Varenna for the day. This was the best day we had in Varenna!
What really made this experience stand out, however, was our host, Maria. Friendly, engaging, and incredibly knowledgeable, she shared stories about the history, wildlife, and hidden gems of the region. It felt less like a guided outing and more like spending the day with a good friend who just happens to know everything about the mountains. Absolutely 100% recommend!
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Michelleoc7021zi
Sep 21, 2025
Incredible Picnic and Short Hike! - Maria’s tour was an absolute dream. It felt intimate and authentic — far from the typical touristy experience. Her passion for sharing local culture sustainably really shines through. Everything was so peaceful, the food and drinks were incredible, and her communication beforehand made us feel completely at ease. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a more personal, meaningful experience in the Alps.
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Sunshine19010170170
Sep 19, 2025
Unforgettable views, great food/wine picnic, and great hosts - This felt like a once in a lifetime excursion with lovely hosts, Maria and Hayden. There is a relatively flat 30 minute walk along the foothills above Lake Como through a small village. They provided a perfect picnic of charcuterie, fruits, bread, and wine. The views along the way and at the picnic site are unbelievable from about 4,000 ft / 1,350 meters high with views of Swiss Alps to the right and Lake Como and many of its villages to the left and below.
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Daytrip306312
Sep 18, 2025
An unforgettable picnic - Everything about this tour was great! The drive in the van up the mountain, the views of the alps and the lakes, the picnic food and wine were all great. Haydin led us on a nice hike to the picnic and Maria had set up a great table for 8 looking down on Lake Como. After the picnic we had an hour to explore on our own. Highly recommended.
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Lmck68
Sep 13, 2025
This is so worth it 👌 - I came across this little gem on here and as we had a day off from our group tour decided this would a great idea.
We were picked up by Maria with another couple and driven to what felt like the top of the mountain. Then an easy walk to the picnic area.
Now unfortunately for us it rained but that did not diminish our experience. Maria took us to Roberto's restaurant for an indoor picnic.
We had gorgeous meats,breads, local cheeses and beautiful wine, and we all got to know each other. Then we were fed their polenta dish with mushrooms and a plate of tagliatelle bolognese.
By the time we finished, the rain had stopped and we walked on to the most breathtaking scenery. We really felt on top of the world! Maria showed us were we should have had our picnic and it was so impressive. She really makes an amazing effort. Such a lovely person that has so much passion for the area. This exclusive picnic is an absolute must do. It's awesome 👌 😁
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