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Villa Olmo
A 18th-century villa now owned by the municipality of Como and used as venue for conferences, painting exhibitions, cultural and musical events.
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Villa Erba
A majestic classic villa owned by famous Italian movie director Luchino Visconti and shooting location for Oceans’ Twelve.
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Cernobbio
An elegant village on the lake, boasting a sheltered bay which is the nest of the majestic Villa d’Este Hotel, the epitome of luxury and refinement.
One of the finest 5 star hotels in the world, it hosts extremely wealthy visitors as well as world famous celebrities
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Moltrasio
A cozy town, surrounded by crystalline waters and home of many luxurious properties including Villa Fontanelle – formerly of the Versace family – and 5-star hotel Villa Passalacqua, a home built in the 18th century by one of Como’s leading noble families and counting Winston Churchill and Napoleon Bonaparte among its guests.
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Laglio
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.
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Isola Comacina
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.
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Villa Del Balbianello
One of the most beautiful properties on Lake Como, it was built in 1787 on a pre-existing Franciscan monastery and later inherited by the FAI (National Trust for Italy) with the aim of protecting and enhancing Italy's historical, artistic and landscape heritage. Offering dramatic views of Isola Comacina and the western shore of the lake,the villa is now a venue for private events such as weddings, ceremonies and movies such as Star Wars II and James Bond 007 Casino Royale.
The tour will also touch Villa Balbiano, an historic building, popular wedding location and set of The House of Gucci
movie.
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Tremezzo
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.
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Bellagio
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.
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Borgo di Pescallo
Pass by
A hidden gem just a few steps away from Bellagio, this enchanting village is an historical hamlet where time truly seems to have stopped. Once a fishing village, today Pescallo retains the charm of its simple, authentic past.
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Fiumelatte
Pass by
Admire the eponymous "Mliky River"
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Varenna
1h
A picturesque village on the eastern shore of Lake Como, loved for its quiet, romantic atmosphere, and famous for its colorful lakeside houses, elegant gardens at Villa Monastero, and the scenic Passeggiata degli Innamorati (Walk of Lovers) suspended over the water.
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Bellano
Pass by
A small town on the eastern shore and notable natural attraction is the Orrido di Bellano, a deep gorge carved over millions of years by the Pioverna River through rock formations shaped by glacial and fluvial erosion.
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Santa Maria di San Siro
Pass by
Villa La Gaeta, an eclectic villa located in San Siro, North of Menaggio. Constructed in the early 20th century, it is celebrated for its blending of Gothic Revival and Art Nouveau architectural elements, and for serving as a prominent filming location for the climax of the film Casino Royale.
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Menaggio
1h
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.
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Torno
A charming hamlet dominated by Villa Pliniana - a historical Italian palazzo from the 16th century, offering exquisite views of the lake and the surrounding mountains - and the Il Sereno, hotel designed by world-renowned studio Patricia Urquiola and reinterpreting the rationalism of Giuseppe Terragni ‘s Casa del Fascio, with a contemporary accent.
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Como
The tour ends with Villa Troubetzkoy, built around 1850 by the eponymous Russian prince and characterized by its impressive lift connecting it to the street. Currently boutique hotel.
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Blevio
The nice villas of Blevio, including the famous Mandarin Oriental hotel, once property of worldwide known opera singer Giuditta Pasta. for whom Bellini wrote the lead role in La Sonnambula.
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Nesso
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.
