Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Italian, French, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 12 travelers
Overview
Cycle through the landscapes of Lake Como, explore charming lakeside villages, and discover vineyards just across the border in Switzerland.
This 22 km e-bike itinerary includes only a few gentle climbs, made effortless by our e-bikes. The tour begins and ends in Como. Riding north along the lake and through Villa Olmo Park, we will reach Cernobbio for panoramic lake views and photos, then continue to Moltrasio, a characteristic stone village.
We will then cross into Switzerland to reach a Swiss Merlot vineyard, where your guide will share stories about local wine traditions, before returning to Italy along the lakeside cycling path.
Itinerary and arrival time may vary depending on group size, pace, and riding ability.
Meeting Time: 10:00 AM
Typical Arrival Time: 12:30 PM
Distance: ~22 km | Elevation Gain: ~300 m | Duration: 2.5–3 hours
Options
Cycling Tour with Ebike Rental
E-Bike Rental Included: Top range E-Bike & helmet rental included.
Let us know your height to have the proper bike size reserved.
Cycling Tour Only
E-Bike rental NOT included: You will have to come with your own e-bike
What's included
Bike Rental (ONLY if "Cycling Tour with Bike Rental" option is selected)
Professional guide
TripAdvisor Experiences brokerage fee
Local taxes
One copy of "Beyond The Ride": our interactive PDF guide with tips about things to do in Lake Como
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Bike Rental (if "Cycling Tour Only" option is selected)
What to expect
Villa Olmo
Pass by
You will cross Villa Olmo park to proceed the ride on the cycling lane by Lake Como.
Parco delle Gole della Breggia
Pass by
Crossing the river Breggia will bring you out of Como city entering Cernobbio village.
Villa Bernasconi
Pass by
Typical Villa in Cernobbio
5m
La Riva square in Cernobbio town: we will stop for a panoramic lake view picture and some historical tales, we will resume the ride through the picturesque citadel.
Moltrasio
5m
Moltrasio: the village made of stones! A scenic lake view stop in this one of a kind place.
Il Giardino della Valle
5m · Admission ticket included
Pass by Cernobbio botanical garden at about one half of the ride.
Vacallo
10m
You will end up in a Merlot vineyard after crossing the border with Switzerland where your guide will tell you some interesting stories about local wine production.
Lungolago da Como centro a Villa Olmo
5m
Few minutes before ending your ride, get to know the story of Baradello castle and some suggestions for the rest of your day in Como city.
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point
End point
Additional information
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Minimum age to take part to the tour is 14 years old. Guests below 18 years of age must be accompanied by an adult.
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
An E-Bike is needed for the tour: Bike Rental option available
Maximum age to take part to the tour is 65 years old
For E-Bike size purposes Minimum Height is 150 cm (5 feet)
A good balance riding a bicycle is required
You must be confident riding a bicycle at a cruising speed of 20 kmh (12 mph)
For safety, guests not showing enough balance and confidence riding a bicycle during the initial bike test will not be admitted to the ride. Evaluation is at sole discretion of the Guide. There is a No refund policy in the unlikely event a guest is not admitted to the ride.
For safety reasons, the Guide reserves the right to modify the itinerary based on group ability and confidence whilst riding a bicycle. This assessment is made at the Guide’s sole discretion during the first flat part of the ride. Please note that no refunds will be issued in the unlikely event the itinerary is altered or shortened to ensure guests’ safety.
The itinerary may be subject to change due to road closures, or other circumstances beyond our control. No refunds will be issued in such cases.
Neither the Guide nor Como Bike Tours is liable for any injury to guests, or damage to their property, arising from falls, collisions, or crashes with other guests, third parties, vehicles, or objects. Guests ride at their own risk. Any damage caused by guests to rental bikes shall be the guest’s responsibility and must be paid directly to our partner bike shop.
Typical arrival time is 12:30 PM, though this may vary by up to 15 minutes depending on the group’s overall pace and ability.
Not recommend for travelers that are not confident riding a bicycle
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
