Lake Como Highlights - Villa Balbianello & Bellagio exclusive full-day tour

4.8 (251 reviews) Lake Como, Italy
Duration8h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 12 travelers

Overview

This full-day tour with a duration of about 8 hours gives you a unique chance to explore the Highlights of the stunning Lake Como (almost 30 miles long) with its enchanting landscape and famous historical villas in one day. This is an exclusive tour with maximum 8 participants: special attention to each single client ensures an unforgettable experience!
After an introduction to Como’s rich history of about two thousand years, we will depart on a fast boat/hydrofoil to Villa Balbianello (40 min), setting place for Star Wars and James Bond Casino Royale. This instagramable spot will give you unforgettable memories!
On the way we will point out all the famous villas like Villa Erba (Ocean’s 12), Villa of G. Clooney, Pizzo wedding venue of John Legend etc.
From Lenno it is a short boat trip to the enchanting village Bellagio, where we will stop for lunch and an explorative walking tour. From here we will return to Como on a fast boat (45 m).

What's included

  • Small group (maximum 12 participants)
  • Guided tour of Bellagio
  • Tickets to Villa Balbianello (Star Wars and James Bond spots)
  • All fast boat/hydrofoil and ferry tickets are included.
  • Guided explanation of the history of Villa Balbianello
  • Live English-speaking tour guide
  • Lunch

What to expect

  1. Piazza Cavour
    30m
    At the beginning of the tour from the main square in Como, Piazza Cavour, the visitors will be explained the main sights and tourist attractions of the city. Furthermore, they will receive tips and information about activities thay can do during their entire stay. Also practical questions of any kind will be answerted by the guide.
  2. Lake Como
    2h
    During the boat ride, travellers will have a chance to admire the particular landscape mix of Lake Como with its pre-alpine and Mediterranean features.
    Villages on the lakeshore will be pointed out and its historic/famous villas described (e.g. Villa d'Este, ex-villa of G. Versace, villa of George Clooney, Villa Carlotta, Villa Melzi etc.).
  3. Tempio Voltiano
    Pass by
    Museum dedicated to the battery inventor A. Volta.
  4. Life Electric
    Pass by
    This is the last dedication to the Allesandro Volta, the most famous scientist of Como.
  5. Villa Olmo
    Pass by
    Built in 1790, it is one of the biggest historic Villas on Lake Como (Neoclassical Style).
  6. Villa Erba
    Pass by
    This villa is famous as setting spot for Ocean’s 12.
  7. Villa Le Fontanelle
    Pass by
    Known as Ex-villa of the mode designer Gianni Versace.
  8. Villa del Balbiano - Complesso Architettonico di Ossuccio (ante 1778)
    Pass by
    A historic villa famous as setting location for cult movies House of Gucci and Devil Wears Prada 2.
  9. Lenno
    30m
    Walking tour through the picturesque old town of the village Lenno.
  10. Villa Del Balbianello
    2h · Admission ticket included
    We will visit the probably most beautiful villa on Lake Como, tell you its history of over 700 years and explain where the famous scenes of Star Wars (Attack of the Clones) and James Bond Casino Royal were filmed.
  11. Bellagio
    1h 30m
    In this famous village we will walk through the narrow streets and picturesque staircases, enjoy the view from the Promenade Europa and stop at the L.F. Kennedy monument.
  12. La Punta Spartivento
    30m
    We will visit the most beautiful panoramic view point of Lake Como (view of the Pre-Alps and the villages Menaggio, Varenna and Tremezzo).
  13. Basilica di San Giacomo
    20m
    We will visit the main church in Bellagio, the Basilica di San Giacomo. Architectural style and main art pieces will be explained.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

The guide will wait for you in Como city, on Piazza Cavour 15 (in front of the bank Intesa Sanpaolo).

End point

The guide will wait for you in Como city, on Piazza Cavour 15 (in front of the bank Intesa Sanpaolo).

Additional information

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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