2-Day Milan and Lake Como Getaway via Stansted

Day 1: Arrival & Milan City Tour

Milan, Italy on May 18, 2025

9:30am

Flight from Stansted to Milan

Fly from London Stansted Airport to Milan Malpensa or Linate Airport, approximately a 2-hour flight.
EUR50-100, 2h

12:00pm

Check-in at QC Termemilano

Drop off luggage and freshen up at QC Termemilano, a luxury spa hotel offering excellent relaxation after your flight.
EUR200-300 per night, 30m

1:00pm

Lunch at Panificio Pattini

Enjoy an authentic Milanese lunch with fresh bread and panzerotti, located near the hotel.
EUR15-25, 1h

2:30pm

Visit Milan Cathedral (Duomo di Milano)

Marvel at the stunning Gothic architecture of Milan’s iconic cathedral open from 9am to 7pm.
EUR10, 1h

3:45pm

Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II

Walk through the elegant 19th-century shopping gallery, perfect for photos, shopping and people-watching.
Free, 45m

4:45pm

Stroll to Teatro alla Scala

Visit the famous opera house's exterior and the adjoining museum (open 9am-5:30pm).
EUR9, 45m

6:00pm

Return to QC Termemilano for spa time

Relax and enjoy spa facilities, pools and wellness treatments at your hotel until dinner.
Included with stay, 1.5h

7:30pm

Dinner at Ristorante Da Giacomo

Dine on classic Milanese dishes in a stylish setting, book ahead to secure a table.
EUR50-70, 1.5h
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Day 2: Lake Como Day Trip

Milan and Lake Como, Italy on May 19, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at QC Termemilano

Enjoy a hearty breakfast buffet before setting off on your day trip.
Included with stay, 1h

8:45am

Travel to Lake Como by train

Catch a train from Milano Centrale to Como San Giovanni station, approx. 40 minutes.
EUR6-8 one way, 1h

10:00am

Explore Como Town

Visit the Como Cathedral and scenic lakeside promenade; the town is charming and historical.
Free, 1.5h

11:30am

Ferry ride around Lake Como

Take a ferry cruise to admire villas and stunning alpine views, lasting about 1.5 hours. Ferries run from 9am to 6pm.
EUR10-15, 1.5h

1:30pm

Lunch at La Vita è Bella, Como

Enjoy a lakeside lunch of fresh seafood and regional specialties in a cosy atmosphere.
EUR25-40, 1h

2:45pm

Visit Villa Olmo and Gardens

Stroll around the elegant lakeside villa and its beautifully kept gardens, open 9am-7pm.
Free, 1h

4:00pm

Return train to Milan

Head back to Milan Centrale station for your final evening in the city.
Included in earlier ticket, 1h

5:30pm

Early dinner at Pizzeria Spontini

Savour famous Milanese-style thick crust pizza in a casual, iconic setting.
EUR10-15, 1h

7:00pm

Departure from Milan to Stansted

Head to the airport for your evening flight back to London Stansted.
EUR50-100, 2h
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