Wine Experience in Franciacorta, Italy's Champagne Region

Chamonix



Discover Franciacorta, Italy’s iconic champagne region, on a perfectly designed day trip from Milan tasting with local sommelier at two refined wineries. Enjoy free time in the lakeside town of Iseo.

Franciacorta Wine Tour with Tastings and Lake Iseo Visit from Milan

This full-day guided tour departs from Milan and is ideal for wine enthusiasts interested in Franciacorta sparkling wines and scenic vineyard walks.

Highlights

  • Multiple wine tastings with a sommelier
  • Guided tours of prestigious Franciacorta wineries
  • Visits to wine cellars with explanations of the winemaking process
  • Free time to explore the town of Iseo and Lake Iseo
  • Walks through Franciacorta vineyards

Description

The tour begins with a comfortable departure from Milan, traveling toward the Franciacorta wine region known for its classic method sparkling wines.

First, you will visit a renowned Franciacorta estate for a private guided cellar tour, followed by a tasting of selected Franciacorta labels led by local experts.

Next, the tour continues to the lakeside town of Iseo, where you will have free time to explore the historic streets and enjoy a casual lunch by Lake Iseo (lunch not included).

In the afternoon, you will visit a second distinguished winery for an intimate tasting session of premium Franciacorta wines in a relaxed setting.

The tour concludes with the return journey to Milan in the early evening.

Includes

  • Five different wine tastings of local Franciacorta wines (Metodo Classico and others)
  • Appetizers paired with wine
  • Professional tour leader
  • Round-trip transport from Milan with a driver
  • Visits to wine cellars with detailed explanations of winemaking
  • Walks through vineyards

Excludes

  • Lunch
  • Extra wine tastings beyond those included

Important Information

  • Meeting point: by the Apple monument in front of Milan Central Station. Please arrive 15 minutes before departure. Late arrivals and missed departures are non-refundable.
  • The itinerary may be modified, replaced, or partially suspended due to safety or technical reasons such as bad weather. No refunds are offered for changes due to force majeure.
  • Itinerary is indicative and subject to change because of weather, traffic, road closures, or official decisions. These do not justify refunds or complaints.
  • Traffic delays or external disruptions are out of the organizer’s control and do not qualify for refunds or compensation.
  • The organizer is not responsible for lost or unattended personal belongings at any time during the experience.

Easy Cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund.

For the best experience, bring comfortable walking shoes and dress for the weather. Booking in advance is recommended, especially in spring and autumn when the vineyards are at their most accessible.

Frequently Asked Questions

The tour includes multiple wine tastings with a sommelier, guided visits to Franciacorta wineries and cellars, a walk through vineyards, plus free time at Lake Iseo and the town of Iseo.
The tour departs from Milan and travels to the Franciacorta wine region and Lake Iseo.
Yes, the tour welcomes wine enthusiasts of all levels, providing expert guidance from a sommelier throughout the tastings.
It is a full-day guided tour lasting several hours, including travel time from Milan to Franciacorta and Lake Iseo.
Yes, transportation from Milan to Franciacorta and Lake Iseo is included as part of the tour.
Yes, there is free time allocated for exploring the town of Iseo and Lake Iseo during the tour.
The tastings focus on Franciacorta sparkling wines, known for their traditional method similar to Champagne.
Yes, the tour includes leisurely walks through the vineyards of Franciacorta to learn about grape cultivation.
The tour operates year-round; check the website for current availability and operating hours.
No, this specific tour departs from Milan and explores Franciacorta and Lake Iseo, not Chamonix.

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