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Overview
Lake Como is one of Italy's most beautiful corners — but in summer, the wrong timing means hours lost in ferry queues. This small-group tour (max 15) is planned by a guide who knows exactly when and where the crowds hit, so you reach Varenna in the morning while it's still quiet and explore Bellagio at its best. On the cruise from Bellagio to Como, you'll see Lake Como's most famous villas from the water — George Clooney's home, Versace's villa, Villa Passalacqua (voted the world's best boutique hotel), and the villas from House of Gucci, The Devil Wears Prada 2, James Bond and Star Wars — as your guide points out the stories behind each one. In Bellagio you can also visit Villa Melzi, one of the lake's most spectacular gardens (entrance not included, on your own). Your train and skip-the-line boarding are arranged for you. End your day free to stay for dinner by the lake, ride the funicular up for sunset over Como (on your own), or head back to Milan with your guide.
Meeting and Pickup
MEETING TIME: 8:10 AM. PLEASE BE ON TIME LOCATION: THE SQUARE IN FRONT OF THE TRAIN STATION, 10 SECONDS WALK FROM THE GIANT APPLE TOWARDS THE TRAIN STATION BUILDING , NEXT TO THE ARCH WITH THE UPSIDE-DOWN TRIANGLE . The guide will hold a stick with the Italian flag.
Language Offered
English-GUIDE
Itinerary
1. Varenna
2. Bellagio
3. Lake Como
4. Villa Carlotta
5. Villa Del Balbianello
6. Villa del Balbiano - Complesso Architettonico di Ossuccio (ante 1778)
7. Laglio
8. Villa Erba
9. Villa Passalacqua
10. Cernobbio
11. Orrido Di Nesso
12. Villa Le Fontanelle
Inclusion
Skip-the-line ferry tickets and guaranteed, pre-booked seats on the boat cruise
Professional, English-speaking local guide with you all day
First-class train tickets (Milan ⇆ Lake Como)
Radio whispering system (if necessary)
✅ Small group, capped at 15 — never a big bus or a crowd to follow
A balanced day: guided touring plus free time to explore on your own
Exclusion
Lunch and drinks — your guide will point you to the best lake-view spots in Bellagio
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Private luxury wooden boat — available as a private upgrade on request (not part of this tour)
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
- 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date
Additional Info
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
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4.8
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
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