General description

DESCRIPTIONLake Como extra virgin olive oil can be considered as the northernmost production in Europe and its history dates back to roman time.During this hike we will discover the history of oil production in Lake Como area and some worldwide known spots such as Varenna and Vezio castle.It is a circular itinerary starting in Varenna and then running up to Vezio Casle, which we will visit and where we can enjoy a wonderful view on the lake.Perledo and a local farmhouse will be our next destination; here we will taste and compare different qualities of olive oil to understand and discover qualities.Lunch will be on the way at the castle bar.Tour in English, French and ItalianPOINTS OF INTERESTMeeting local people contributing to keep alive traditions and agricultural areas;＞The history of the production of olive oil on Lake Como;＞Wonderful and unique views on Lake Como;＞Visit to a farmhouse and tasting of local products, mainly extra virgin olive oil to discover its qualities;＞The geological history of Lake Como;＞Visit to Vezio Castle, an ancient watch tower in Varenna;＞Visit of Varenna Village and its many churches;TECHNICAL DETAILS: Difference in altitude: 980 feetDistance: 5 milesDURATION: approximately 6 hoursWHAT’S INCLUDED• Hiking guide fee;• Guidance in English, French and Italian according to participants;• Guide expenses;• RC insurance;• Guidance by a local hiking guide; WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED to be paid cash on site• Injury insurance for participants• Transport costs to the meeting point• Lunch to be paid cash on site à la carte• 12 € per person oil tasting including detailed description of characteristics;• 4 € per person entrance ticket to Vezio Castle;• Everything not included in the item "What's included"USEFUL INFORMATION AND PROGRAM- 9.30am meet your guide at Varenna railway station;- Hiking among Varenna and Perledo hamlets and olive groves, including Vezio castle (visit);- Visit to a farmhouse and its orchards and tasting of local products, mainly olive oil;- Lunch at castle bar;- Around 4.30pm back to VarennaTHIS EXPERIENCE IS SUITABLE FOR:Hikers used to hike and anyway not suffering from heart and respiratory diseases;Hiking shoes are required;Technical details: One-day excursion3.7 milesdifference in level 985 feetTHIS EXPERIENCE IS NOT SUITABLE FOR:People suffering from heart and respiratory diseases and not used to hike.CANCELLATION POLICYProgram and itinerary are subject to changes and/or cancellation in case of bad weather or any condition which do not guarantee safety for participants.We want you to get the best from this experience.