Mon-Fri 7:30am-5:30pm
Sat: 9am-4:30pm (MST) Sun: CLOSED +1 720-487-9898
Search
Heart

Book now for 2025 - Popular trips are filling up!

 

Active Vacations in the Italian Lakes

Make an Inquiry

Hiking the Italian Lakes

Highlights
  • Explore scenic trails, known for some of the best hiking in Lake Como, Italy
  • Enjoy a peaceful setting from your charming ‘agriturismo’ farm stay
  • Take in panoramic views from ferries between picturesque, pastel-hued villages along the lakes
  • Relax with chilled spritzer cocktails at a lakeside café
  • Visit chic Bellagio and the immaculate gardens of Villas Carlotta & Balbianello
  • Discover Lake Garda - Italy’s largest lake - with its beaches, waterfront parks & cafés

Nestled into the foothills of the Alps, the Italian Lakes (featuring Lake Como, Lake Garda, and Lake Maggiore), with their lakeside villas and Michelin-starred restaurants, epitomize class, luxury and romance. Our Italian Lakes hiking tours are designed to showcase the authentic charm of the lakes of northern Italy for those wishing to add an active component with picturesque scenery to their vacation. 

Whether you're seeking hikes with expansive panoramas, historical landmarks, or culinary delights, the Italian Lakes has something for everyone. Easily accessible from Milan, our self-guided adventures promise a unique and enriching experience, making it hard to pick just one. Why not try them all?

All Photos (10)

Discover Hiking the Italian Lakes

  • Discover the Italian Lakes: A Hiker's Paradise Unveiled

    Whether you're a seasoned trekker or a weekend wanderer, the Italian Lakes offer superb scenery, charming villages, and trails that promise adventure and tranquility.

    Scroll these slides for our top picks to help you plan an unforgettable hiking in the Italian Lakes trip.

    And if you are ready to lace up those hiking boots and explore the Italian Lakes...Don't wait!

    Book Your Italian Lakes Hiking Tour Now. We can't wait to see you on the trails!

     

     

    Discover the Italian Lakes: A Hiker's Paradise Unveiled
  • Hiking Lake Como

    The Perfect Hiking Escape.

    Imagine sublime hikes along the most stylish of the Italian lakes, Lake Como.

    This seamless, highlights trip balances hiking with additional free time to explore everything from charming promenades to pastel-hued villages, all set against the backdrop of immaculate gardens.

    Hiking Lake Como
  • Lake Como Trails

    Eight Days of Hiking Bliss.

    Spend a little extra time getting to know the region by foot on hikes along elegant Lake Como and the Intelvi Valley, with panoramic mountain paths that will leave you in awe.

    Experience an authentic and charming farm stay where food is locally grown and meals spotlight Lombardy’s delectable regional cuisine.

    Hiker walking through the cobbled streets of a village along Lake Como
  • The Dolomites to Lake Garda

    From Peaks to Shores.

    Venture from the sky-scraping limestone peaks of the Brenta Dolomites down to the sun-soaked shores of Lake Garda.

    Enjoy the rustic charm in traditional mountain huts, quaint hotels and the historic resort-town of Riva del Garda.

    For the hiker looking for a mix of hiking trails, this trip offers more challenging hikes in the Dolomites, which lead to easy lakeside strolls around Lake Garda, the perfect spot to wind down.

    Lights of Riva Del Garda reflect in the lake at night
Featured

Featured Tours - Hiking the Italian Lakes

Slower Adventures
Type Slower Adventures
6 Days

9 Reviews

Hiking Lake Como

The perfect escape enjoying easy paced hiking in the most stylish of the Italian Lakes, Lake Como
From $1,295.00
Activity
Level
Accommodations
Level
More Info
Classic Routes
Type Classic Routes
8 Days

18 Reviews

Lake Como Trails

A week hiking around elegant Lake Como & the Intelvi Valley, with its panoramic mountain paths
From $2,195.00
Activity
Level
Accommodations
Level
More Info
Classic Routes
Type Classic Routes
8 Days

15 Reviews

The Dolomites to Lake Garda

Walk from the sky-scraping limestone peaks of the Brenta Dolomites to the shores of Lake Garda.
From $1,720.00
Activity
Level
Accommodations
Level
More Info

Discover more of Italy

Cyclists enjoying a scenic ride through the lush valleys and mountains during Italian lakes tours, capturing the beauty of the northern Italian countryside. Biking the Italian Lakes
Wanderreisen am Gardasee Learn more about the Italian Lakes
More Hiking Adventures in Italy More Hiking Adventures in Italy

Why Macs

Reasons to believe in Macs Adventure:
The Biggest Choice

The Biggest Choice

Self-guided hiking & biking is all we do - we have hundreds of tried & tested trips.
Our Heritage

Founded in 2003

We’re still founder led & the world’s number one self-guided operator with mountains of experience.
Reviews

23,000+ Customer Reviews

Plus, with a Feefo Platinum Service Award & British Travel Awards, you know you're in good hands.
Positive Impact

B Corp Certified

We’re proud to be B Corp certified, reflecting our commitment to sustainable travel that supports communities and upholds the highest social and environmental standards.
Read More
Currency:
$ - USD - US Dollar
Country/Region name:
USAUSA
Change country/region