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La 'Dolce Vita' Hike to Mountain House with Lake View Aperitivo
Starting with a gentle 40 minute hike on the “sentiero del Viandante”, an ancient trail on the foothill of the lake’s mountains, you’ll be able to take in views of the lake before reaching our final destination - a family mountain house p...
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Starting with a gentle 40 minute hike on the “sentiero del Viandante”, an ancient trail on the foothill of the lake’s mountains, you’ll be able to take in views of the lake before reaching our final destination - a family mountain house passed down through the generations.
Here is where you’ll enjoy a traditional aperitivo with a postcard view of the Lake. Relax while you sip on a crisp Aperol Spritz, glass of wine or refreshing beer, accompanied by a delicious spread of fresh, locally sourced Italian treats.
Watch the sun set over the Alps and experience the true meaning of the Dolce Vita.
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What's Included
Included
- Bottled water
- Snacks
- Alcoholic beverages
Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Itinerary
17.30: meet at Lavatoio di Mugiasco
17.30 - 18.10: hike on the 'sentiero del viandante', which will pass by a viewpoint of Lake Como (5 minutes for pictures), local mountain houses and woodlands (passing through without stopping) [approx 40 minutes total]. The hike will finish when we arrive at the destination.
18.10 - 20.10: arrival at the mountain house with an inside tour and brief history. Guests will have the chance to sit back, relax and take photos of the viewpoint showing Lake Como / Bellagio. An aperitivo will be served consisting of beverage of choice (aperol spritz, wine, beer, soft drink) and local Italian food (like prosciutto, focaccia, bruschette, burrata, locally grown tomatoes). We will spend approximately two hours at the mountain house, finishing with a view of the sunset before making our way back down to the start point
20.10 - 20.45: hike back down to the starting point
📍 Meeting Point
Starting Point
End Point
Frequently Asked Questions
This tour has a specific cancellation policy. We recommend checking the terms at the time of booking to understand the refund conditions.
You will receive your confirmation via email immediately after booking. Viator sends your voucher as soon as payment is completed.
The expected duration is approximately 3 hours. We recommend arriving at least 10-15 minutes before the departure time.
The tour price includes:
- Bottled water
- Local Italian food to accompany aperitivo drinks
- Italian aperitivo (Minimum drinking age is 18); Guests under 18 will be able to choose from a selection of soft drinks (like coca cola, juice, tea)
The starting point is: Lavatoio di Mugiasco. We recommend using Google Maps to easily reach the meeting location.
We recommend bringing comfortable shoes, water, sunscreen, and a camera. Check the tour's additional information for any specific requirements.