Lake Garda Sunset: Desenzano Walk & Sirmione Boat Tour

Highlights

• Guided walk in Desenzano
• Roman Villa Visit
• Sunset Boat Ride

What's included

Itinerary

1. 1

   Desenzano del Garda

   45min

   We will explore the "Capital" of Lake Garda by walking by the most significant ancient, renaissance and new buildings and sites and give you the best insights as both guides and citizens of Desenzano. We will tell you about the stories and the history of it with a sense of humor and without lecturing you.

2. 2

   Villa Romana ed Antiquarium di Desenzano del Garda

   30min

   The Roman Villa was built by a Roman merchant and noble man in the 1st century BC. We will access the site and keep the explanation clear and simple. Admiring the ancient mosaics is a memorable experience!

3. 3

   Castello di Desenzano

   15min

   The Old Medieval defensive tower and castle offer a stunning view over the old town and the lake´s Northern shores. We will reach the very top of it and enjoy the broad view from the Monte Baldo and Sirmione to the Mountain parks of the Brescia district

4. 4

   Porto Vecchio

   15min

   The Old Harbour and the Venetian district - the best spot to have a perfect picture of town and its glorious past. This is one of the spots where most of the visitors can´t walk by without stopping and admiring its beauty. You will learn the stories of the local fisherman and the great influence of the Venetian Republic on this beautiful town

5. 5

   Duomo Di Santa Maria Maddalena

   10min

   The main church of Desenzano from the 16th hundreds. Even a smaller town like Desenzano offers great art and architecture, We will access the church and admire its great works of art

6. 6

   Monumento agli Aviatori del Reparto Alta Velocita

   5min

   The statue dedicated to the Aviators from Desenzano and their speed record. This modern sculpture glorifies the great actions of the local aviation and the world speed record they set many years ago

7. 7

   Lungolago Di Desenzano Del Garda

   30min

   BOAT RIDE - Here is where we will start our boat tour. We will leave Desenzano from the central pier, in front of the Ancient Venetian Harbour and we will have the chance to enjoy a unique view of this lovely town. The tour will then continue on a slow pace along the shore towards the Lake Town of Padenghe. The sunset light will be with and a nice glass of local wine will make this last part of the tour relaxed and enjoyable.

8. 8

   Sirmione

   20min

   BOAT RIDE - Once we reach Sirmione, we will be able to admire its world famous peninsula by riding close by the shore and seeing the most beautiful sites away from the crowds

Before you go

Location