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A dog sitting on grass with mountains in the background. 1
A forested hiking trail with a dirt path, surrounded by trees and rocky terrain. 2
A mountain landscape with a building, trees, and a grazing horse. 3
By Ancris Experience
Free cancellation available
Price is $99 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 9h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • Day trip from Milan to Corni di Canzo for a relaxed and authentic hiking experience in the heart of Lombardy’s nature. Travel together from Milan by train and escape the city for a day surrounded by mountains, forests, and peaceful trails.

    Enjoy an easy and scenic hike suitable for beginners, with stops to admire the landscape and experience the calm atmosphere of the area. The route leads to Terz’Alpe, a traditional mountain spot where you can relax and take in the surroundings, with the possibility to see local farm animals along the way.

    Throughout the day, your local guide shares stories about the region, its nature, and everyday life in this part of Italy, making the experience more than just a hike. It’s a chance to connect with the landscape, learn about the area, and enjoy a genuine outdoor adventure just outside Milan.

    Perfect for anyone looking to discover a different side of Lombardy, breathe fresh air, and enjoy a friendly, well paced hiking experience in nature.

Activity location

  • Corni di Canzo
    • south of Lake Como
    • 22035, Canzo, Italy

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Piazzale Luigi Cadorna, 10
    • 10 Piazzale Luigi Cadorna
    • 20123, Milano, Lombardia, Italy

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Canzo Private Hike

  • Activity duration is 9 hours9h
    9h
  • English

Train Tickets: Included in the price. From Milano Cadorna Station, to Canzo and back.

Starting time: 9:00AM
Price details
$156.79 x 1 Adult$156.79
Total
Price is $156.79
Until Mon, Sep 7

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Public transport is included. The group travels together by train from Milan Cadorna to Canzo, and back after the hike.
  • Exclusions
    Lunch is not included. Bring a packed lunch for the hike. Lunch at Terz’Alpe rifugio may be possible depending on availability - Contact the guide via Viator or WhatsApp.

Know before you book

    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • You can hike with basic sneakers, and comfortable and casual clothes.

Activity itinerary

Corni di Canzo

  • 1h
The Corni di Canzo are a beautiful mountain area in the Lombardy Prealps, not far from Milan, known for their three iconic rocky peaks and peaceful forests. During the hike, you will walk through scenic woodland trails, enjoying nature, fresh air, and panoramic views. It’s a relaxed outdoor experience with time to explore, take photos, and enjoy the calm surroundings.

Lombardy (Pass by)

Lombardy is a region in northern Italy known for its mix of vibrant cities, lakes, mountains, and countryside. It offers a wide variety of landscapes, from the busy streets of Milan to the peaceful Alpine foothills and natural parks, making it a diverse and beautiful area to explore.

Sentiero Spirito del Bosco

  • 1h
The Sentiero dello Spirito del Bosco is a charming forest trail in the Corni di Canzo area, known for its peaceful atmosphere and the wooden sculptures hidden along the path. It’s an easy and scenic walk through the woods, where nature and art come together, giving the hike a playful and almost magical feeling.

Canzo

  • 1h
Canzo is a small, typical Lombard town surrounded by forests and mountains, at the foot of the Corni di Canzo (Horns of Canzo). We’ll begin our hike here and return later to catch the train. We’ll also have time for a gelato in town.

Piazzale Luigi Cadorna

  • 30m
The experience begins at Piazzale Luigi Cadorna in Milan, where the group will meet the accompanying host under the iconic “Needle, Thread and Knot” sculpture. From here, we will head together to Cadorna railway station and take the train towards Canzo. The train journey takes approximately 1.5 hours and runs regularly, with departures about twice per hour, making it a smooth and flexible connection out of the city and into the mountains.

Via Gajum

  • 1h
Via Gajum, is the main access point to the Corni di Canzo trails, located just above the town of Canzo in Lombardy. Starting from the historic Gajum spring, the path quickly leads into a peaceful forest setting with clear mountain air and shaded woodland trails. From here, well marked routes lead hikers toward destinations such as Terz’Alpe and the surrounding alpine area, making it one of the most popular starting points for easy to moderate hikes in the region.

Sentiero Geologico Canzo - Terz'Aple

  • 1h
The Sentiero Geologico in Canzo is a short and educational trail that showcases the area’s unique rock formations and geological features. Along the path, you can observe different types of stones, layers, and natural formations shaped over time, offering a simple introduction to the local geology.

Rifiugio Terz'Alpe Farmhouse La Fattoria

  • 2h
The hike’s main destination is Rifugio Terz’Alpe, situated in the heart of the Corni di Canzo forest at approximately 800 metres above sea level. This is a relaxed guided experience through shaded woodland trails surrounded by nature and fresh mountain air. Terz’Alpe is set between forest and meadows offering a peaceful alpine setting where local farm animals can often be seen grazing nearby. The hike takes approximately 1.5 to 2 hours covering 4–5 km (3 miles) with moderate elevation gain. The route is suitable for beginners with well-marked forest paths and natural spring water along the way. At the rifugio guests will enjoy a packed lunch. Upon request, lunch can also be arranged at the local farm (fattoria) or rifugio restaurant subject to availability. After lunch there is time to relax and enjoy light nature-based games in the surrounding meadows. Public toiletries are available.

Location

Activity location

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    Corni di Canzo
    • south of Lake Como
    • 22035, Canzo, Italy

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Piazzale Luigi Cadorna, 10
    • 10 Piazzale Luigi Cadorna
    • 20123, Milano, Lombardia, Italy

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