When planning a long road trip with a group, comfort and safety come first. That is why we highly recommend the refined Mercedes V-Class van, seating up to 8 passengers in a luxurious cabin with high-tech features. You can adapt the seating arrangements to suit your needs. The seats can be swivelled by 180 degrees to allow a face-to-face position for passengers to chat, play games or enjoy a snack. Travelling with a small child? Seats are equipped with a three-point seat belt and ISOFIX child seat anchor. The driver will enjoy a relaxed drive with the cutting-edge MBUX infotainment system which responds to voice control.
Want to add a touch of class to your trip when you rent a Mercedes V-Class? We offer a high-end chauffeur service, only available in Milan, giving you a professional, private driver for a relaxed and stress-free leisure or business trip. Our driver can meet you at Milan Linate Airport – he will be waiting in the arrivals hall holding a sign with your name on it. Or, alternatively, he can arrive at your 5-star hotel or luxury villa in Milan centre after you have settled in.
For a no-fuss, dependable and practical option, the Mercedes Vito van offers seating for 8 in a well-organized cabin ideal for a family or a group of friends. It is powered by a 2.0-litre turbo diesel engine known for smooth, efficient performance and comes equipped with features like Crosswind Assist for greater stability on the open roads.
A Scenic Drive from Milan To Monza
Once comfortably seated behind the wheel of your Mercedes V-Class, leave Milan Linate Airport and head north via A51 and enjoy the stunning landscapes of Lombardy! When you reach Monza, visit the beautiful Duomo, known also as the Cathedral of San Giovanni Battista, built in 595. See the Corona Ferrea, according to legend it was made using one of the nails from the Crucifixion.
Stroll in the magnificent Parco di Monza. Located on the Lambro River, it is one of the largest enclosed parks in Europe. Art lovers must see the Museo e Tesoro del Duomo, which holds a priceless collection of Lombard gold work. Stop for a bite at the Menabrea Pub. A double portion of olive ascolane with a Birra Moretti is a must! After lunch see the stunning Villa Reale, built in 1777 as a residence for Archduke Ferdinand of Austria.
Then feel the adrenaline rush of driving a high-performance sports car around the Autodromo Nazionale Monza racetrack. Take a lesson from a professional instructor and slip behind the wheel of a Ferrari 458 Italia or a Lamborghini Huracan. Speed around the famous circuit for a few laps and cross the finishing line. A glass of champagne is a must for a celebration and you will be given a certificate to take home as a memento.
Get your breath back at the lovely Il Gusto della Vita, a little inn where you can relax, order a meal and savour the day.
Medieval Bergamo to Serene Lake Iseo
Travelling northeast from Monza, you will enjoy a scenic drive along the A4 motorway to Bergamo, about 45-minutes away. Explore Bergamo’s charming medieval Città Alta (Upper Town), filled with cobbled streets, ancient walls and beautiful piazzas. You can ride the funicular up the hillside, wander the old town and soak in panoramic views of the Lombardy countryside. Take the family for a treat at La Marianna, a renowned bar and pastry shop known for its delicious fiordilatte gelato enriched with large pieces of dark chocolate. The café offers seating in a charming shaded courtyard, making it an ideal spot to relax.
Continue your drive to Lake Iseo, a stunning lake surrounded by lush hills and quaint villages. Wander around the charming town of Iseo and enjoy a late lakeside lunch. Don’t miss the Oldofredi Castle, a well-preserved medieval fortress that dates back to the 11th–12th centuries and has served as a monastery and private residence. Today, it houses a public library and a small war museum, where you can get a glimpse into the region’s rich history. Then, hop aboard a boat and take a short ride to Monte Isola, the largest lake island in Europe, to view a stunning sunset. It is a wonderful escape into nature and local life.
Rent a high-end Mercedes V-Class luxury van from Milan Airport for a self-drive or a stylish chauffeur-driven road trip into the heart of Lombardy.
