Lake Como: 3-Hour Boat Tour Balbianello/Bellagio/Varenna/Menaggio

5.0 (6 reviews) Lake Como, Italy
Duration3h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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LanguagesEnglish, Italian, French, Spanish
Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

Book an exclusive yacht experience to discover the wonders of the most elegant of Italy’s lakes.

Enjoy breathtaking sceneries of waterfalls, villas, gardens, and historic towns, admire sights that are inaccessible by car or ferry, swim in magical waters, and taste delicious finger food accompanied by a bottle of prosecco.

Relax while the captain will take care of the boat and its guests, entertaining them with interesting stories and anecdotes on the visiting places, and making the cruise an unforgettable moment.

The tour is entirely customizable, places and duration of the stops can be arranged or planned ahead with the captain.

THE BOAT

Elegant and with an unmistakable Italian style, the Jeanneau Runabout 755 embodies the retro charm of the wooden boats of the last century. 8 meters (26.5ft) in length, it stands for its sleek lines and high levels of comfort and performance. An original day cruiser ideal for enjoying day trips without passing unnoticed.

What's included

  • Bottled water

What to expect

  1. Menaggio
    Pass by
    One of the most picturesque villages of Lake Como, Menaggio is an enchanting destination offering visitors a perfect mix of natural beauty and historical charm. With a rich history and incredible natural environment, this location offers unforgettable experiences for visitors.
  2. Varenna
    Pass by
    Charming spot on the banks of the Lecco branch, characterised by the unmistakable pastel-colored houses and by its narrow streets steeply descending towards the lake.
  3. Borgo di Pescallo
    Pass by
    Located southeast of the Bellagio promontory, overlooking the Lecco branch of Lake Como, Pescallo is an ancient little fishing village nestled between the green and the lake, with a truly enchanting landscape looking like a postcard.
  4. Bellagio
    Pass by
    Named "The Pearl of the Lake", and located in the center of the lake, Bellagio is known for the narrow-stepped alleys, passages and arcades, local craft shops. Two famous landmarks are Villa Melzi, open to public, and Villa Serbelloni, illustrious 5-star hotel chosen by Winston Churchill, Roosevelt, the Rothschilds, J.F. Kennedy, Clark Gable and Al Pacino.
  5. I Giardini Di Villa Melzi
    Pass by
    Built in 1808-10 for Duke Francesco Melzi d’Eril , Vice-president of Napoleon’s Italian Republic, this elegant and sober villa and its gardens are a splendid expression of the Neoclassical style and have been declared a national monument. Among the artists contributing to the decoration sculptor Antonio Canova and botanist Luigi Villoresi, who shaped the park of the Royal Villa of Monza.
  6. Laglio
    Pass by
    A charming village famous for the several villas - including most famous George Clooney's Villa Oleandra - and the historic Cantiere Ernesto Riva, a shipyard crafting wooden boat since 1771. The tour will continue through Brienno, Argegno, Colonno and Sala Comacina.
  7. Nesso
    Pass by
    The iconic spot with the waterfall and the Civera, a bridge of medieval origin conneting the two sides of the gorge. A natural canyon in the rocks, dug by two rivers that confluence there, where the strength of the water through the centuries has opened a deep break in the stone resulting in a 200m-high waterfall and making it a marvelous place for swimming.
  8. Lenno
    Pass by
    An elegant village nestled in a natural bay - nicknamed “Gulf of Venus” (“Golfo di Venere”) for its undisputed beauty - washed by calm waters and kissed by the sun all day, surrounded by olive trees and tons of other luxuriant Mediterranean essences.
  9. Isola Comacina
    Pass by
    The one and only island on the lake, it is separated from the mainland by the “Zoca de l’Oli”, a stretch of crystalline waters that is the perfect spot for swimming or sipping a glass of prosecco in total tranquillity.
  10. Tremezzo
    Pass by
    A picturesque village overlooking Bellagio and famous for the Grand Hotel Tremezzo, a 5 star luxury hotel, and Villa Carlotta, a villa open to public, with one of the most beautiful garden of all Italy.
  11. Menaggio
    Pass by
    Tour End

Meeting and pickup

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Floating Pier

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Bar La Gelateria

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Ristorante La Pergola

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Ristorante La Punta

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Bellagio San Giovanni Public Beach

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La Locanda Tremezzo

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Lido Sala Comacina

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San Michele Arcangelo Church

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Bar Caffetteria il Porto

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Ristorante La Locanda del Cantiere

End point

Floating Pier

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Bar La Gelateria

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Ristorante La Pergola

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Ristorante La Punta

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Bellagio San Giovanni Public Beach

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La Locanda Tremezzo

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Lido Sala Comacina

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San Michele Arcangelo Church

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Bar Caffetteria il Porto

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Ristorante La Locanda del Cantiere

Additional information

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Pickup and drop off other than the standard meeting point are always available. contact us for details.
  • Alcoholic beverages will not be served to minors under the age of 18

Cancellation policy

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

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