Milan to Como: City Tour + Bellagio & Varenna Private VIP Cruise

Milan, Italy
Duration9h
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Italian
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Embark on an unforgettable journey to the breathtaking beauty of Lake Como on this exclusive private tour. Begin with a seamless transfer from your hotel in Milan to the enchanting town of Como, where a local guide will lead you through stunning sites facing the lake.

After your city tour, indulge in a luxurious 5-hour boat cruise featuring a heated cabin, where you'll savor the scenic views while enjoying a complimentary glass of prosecco. You will pass by idyllic villas like that of a famous American actor. Pause for lunch in the charming village of Bellagio, celebrated for its quaint streets and vibrant gardens. Continue to soak in the allure of Varenna.

- Enjoy an intimate experience in one of Italy's most remarkable destinations.
- 7.5-hour private tour with an English-speaking guide
- 5-hour VIP boat cruise on Lake Como, including prosecco
- Visits to Bellagio and Varenna
- Private luxury car transfers from Milan to Como and back

Options

Milan to Como: 3-hour Cruise

Duration: 7 hours: 3-hour Cruise with a short stop in Bellagio
2-hour walking tour of Como
Milan transfers included
Pickup included

Milan to Como: 5-hours Cruise

Duration: 9 hours: 5-hour Cruise with a 2-hour stop in Bellagio & a stop in Varenna
2-hour walking tour of Como
Milan transfers included
Pickup included

What's included

  • Drop-off to your place in Milan
  • Pick-up at your Hotel/B&B/Apartment in Milan
  • 5-hour or 3-hour Boat cruise on Laker Como depending on the tour option(heated cabin in winter)
  • Shorter option: 2 hrs tour of Como & 3 hrs boat tour
  • 2 hours Private English-speaking guide for the Como tour (ask for other languages)
  • Lunch in Bellagio
  • Varenna stop in the shorter option with 3-hour boat tour

What to expect

  1. Milan
    1h
    A private driver will pick you up at you Hotel/B&B/Appartment and lead you to Como where a private guide will lead you to the enchanting town of Como, where a dedicated private guide will lead your unforgettable journey.
  2. Piazza Cavour
    15m
    You will meet your private guide at Piazza Cavour, the vibrant heart of Como, offering the city's most iconic view where the historic center meets the stunning shore of Lake Como. Surrounded by elegant hotels and cafés, it is the main hub for ferries and lakeside strolls.
  3. 30m
    Como is an ideal shopping destination for fine scarves and ties for its reputation as the "Silk Capital."
    You will walk along Via Vitani, which maintains its medieval aspect and aim thanks to the artisan's shop.
  4. 15m
    You will enjoy a typical Italian village atmosphere as you approach the Basilica of San Fedele and its tall bell tower, overlooking the vast space of the eponymous romantic square.
  5. Tempio Voltiano
    15m
    Visit from Outside. Alessandro Volta, the inventor of the electric battery, was born in Como! Among other city landmarks, such as the omonimous square with his statue, you can admire the Volta Temple, dedicated to the scientist.
  6. Cattedrale Di Como
    15m · Admission ticket included
    The Como Cathedral with its intricate marble facade is a stunning architectural masterpiece.
    It is renowned for its harmonious blend of Gothic, Renaissance, and Baroque styles, as its construction spanned over three centuries from the 14th to the 18th Century.
  7. Lake Como
    1h
    After exploring the highlights of Como, enjoy an incredible lake cruise! The shores of Lake Como feature charming villages and opulent, historic villas, many with beautiful botanical gardens open from spring to autumn. Each has its own unique character, best appreciated from the water.

    Your captain will stop by all the main spots to explain their peculiarities and take incredible pictures.

    5-hour boat tour: You will have two stops. We have selected the most representative of the lake, Varenna and Bellagio.

    3-hour boat tour: You will have 3 minutes stop at Bellagio. Time is not enough for a stop at Varenna.

    Varenna is a charming village on Lake Como's eastern shore, known for its colorful houses and serene promenade. The former monastery, Villa Monastero, is now a museum and botanical garden, featuring a lovely lakeside walkway for visitors to enjoy.
  8. Varenna
    30m
    Varenna, a quiet, romantic village on the eastern shore, is celebrated for its colorful houses, tranquil lakeside promenade, and dreamy atmosphere. Villa Monastero in Varenna, once a monastery, has been transformed into a museum and botanical garden, offering visitors a long, picturesque lakeside walkway.
  9. 2h
    Bellagio, often referred to as the "Pearl of Lake Como," is situated at the tip of the Y-shaped lake's promontory. It is renowned for its chic boutiques, pristine gardens, and the iconic stairway street, Salita Serbelloni, which is perfect for photography.

    5-hour boat cruise: stop at Bellagio allows time for lunch.
  10. Lake Como
    2h
    Along the way you will enjoy the view of numerous photography spots!
    One of the most photographed sights is Villa del Balbianello in Lenno, renowned for its terraced gardens and its role as a backdrop for several famous movies. Another notable site is Villa Oleandra in Laglio, owned by a well-known American actor.
    You will pass by the Ponte della Civera, a medieval bridge in Nesso, famous for its dramatic location over the Nesso gorge. Built on Roman foundations, it features a graceful arch and historically links two villages. 
    At the end of the tour a private driver will lead you back to your hotwel in Milan
    Note that cars and drivers might change at every transfer; make sure not to leave personal belongings in the cars.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Pick-up time from Milan to Como is at 8:00 from your location. To optimize your precious
time, we pick you up from all hotels, apartments, and B&Bs within 4 kilometers of Duomo Square

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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