Piona Abbey Tour & Wine Tasting
Excursions & day trips

Piona Abbey Tour & Wine Tasting

4.4/5
Excellent
Based on 2 reviews
Free cancellation
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Language: English
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Duration: from 4 hours to 8 hours
Do this because
  • Explore historic Piona Abbey
  • Enjoy views over the western edge of Lake Como
  • Experience wine and local produce tasting at Valtellina cellar
What to expect

With a rugged beauty all of its own, the eastern shores of Lake Como are a joy to explore. On this tour, you'll visit a jewel of Romanesque architecture at Piona Abbey, enjoy spectacular views over Italy's most famous lake, and round off with a wine tasting session at an historic cellar.

It all begins by rolling through the Italian countryside, towards Piona Abbey. One of the most historic religious sites of the Lombardy region, its foundations date back to the 7th Century. Still a working monastery today, you've free time to soak up the serenity the Cistercian monks enjoy here and explore on your own.

We'll then head to Valtellina cellar. Nestled in an alpine pass along the border with Switzerland, they've been making wine for over 2,000 years, and are said to be the birthplace of bresaola – a delicious air-dried beef. Where better to wind-down the tour with a wine tasting session and some locally produced snacks.

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  • English-speaking guide for all nationalities
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TUI LAKES & MOUNTAINS
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins.

What people say about this experience

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  • David Bruce

    From United Kingdom - September 2022

    Travelled as a couple

     

    45 - 54 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    The whole tour was good, Abbey Piano was ok but not an awful lot to see apart from the church. Wine tasting was excellent with a young presenter of th ...

  • Sarah

    From United Kingdom - June 2022

    Travelled with family

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    4/5

    Excellent tour guide , so much better than others we had, interesting commentary with a mixture of information. Tips for other activities too

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