LAKE GARDA

Lake Garda — A Day to Discover Sirmione

Take time to discover Sirmione — explore its medieval castle and Roman villa with your private guide, enjoy a private boat cruise and wander the historic streets of this lakeside gem.

GA-05 Boat & Lake, Guided Tours & Culture

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Availability: Seasonal, from March to early November, Wednesday to Sunday
Hours: 6
Schedule: 9:00 AM–3:00 PM or 10:00 AM–4:00 PM
Max. guests: —
Departure from: Sirmione

The experience

Castle walls reflected in the water, Roman ruins framed by olive trees and little streets inviting you to linger — spend a day discovering the many sides of Sirmione. With your private guide, explore beyond the first impressions, combining its historic treasures with the pleasure of seeing the peninsula from your own boat.

A private 30-minute cruise reveals Sirmione from the lake. Admire the setting of Maria Callas’s former villa and the Grotte di Catullo, passing near the Boiola thermal spring as the peninsula’s shores unfold around you.

Back on land, discover the Castello Scaligero, whose imposing walls guard the entrance to the village. Your guide brings its defensive role and medieval history to life before you enjoy free time for lunch, browsing shops or simply soaking up the lakeside atmosphere.

At the Grotte di Catullo, step into another chapter of Sirmione’s past. Walk among the remains of a grand Roman villa, where ancient stone, olive groves and open lake views create a memorable setting. Discover the stories behind the ruins and enjoy the time to appreciate a place whose beauty extends far beyond its history.

What's Included

Private licensed tourist guide for six hours
Private 30-minute taxi-boat cruise around the Sirmione peninsula
Admission to Castello Scaligero
Admission to the Grotte di Catullo archaeological site and museum

Additional information

Hotel meeting is available in Sirmione’s historic centre. Please provide your hotel name when booking.
Free time for lunch is included in the itinerary; lunch is payable separately.
The itinerary includes walking on cobbled streets, steps at the castle and uneven surfaces at the archaeological site. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
The order of visits may vary according to monument opening hours and navigation conditions.
The boat itinerary may vary, or navigation may be cancelled, if weather or lake conditions compromise safety.

Private Tour Rates

Per person • All prices in EUR

2 People: € 346
3 People: € 240
4 People: € 187
5 People: € 155
6 People: € 134
7 People: € 119
8 People: € 108
9 People: € 99
10 People: € 92
12 People: € 83
15 People: € 74