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Full-Day Private Tour of Lake Como from Milan

Milan, Italyby Katerina G. P.

  • 6 hours
  • Private tour
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
  • Guide: English

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Overview

This private tour is designed according to your personal preferences and interests. You experience the lake in all its beauty and get lifetime unforgettable memories! With your expert guide you take a short walk in the medieval heart of Como, enjoy a panoramic cruise along the lake and see iconic places often featured in famous movies, villas of celebrities and noble families, waterfalls, canyons and much more. Starting either from Milan or directly from the lake, it goes all the way up to its central area visiting charming Bellagio and Varenna. You enjoy stunning views from the lake and from panoramic outlooks. You choose the type of transportation you prefer: from Milan to Como and back either train or luxury private car/van, along the lake either public or private boat. Your train and public boat tickets are already included in the price, while the luxury private car/van with driver cost is not as well as the private boat cruise. Enough free time for lunch and shopping.

What's included

  • Guide in English
  • Train tickets and public boat tickets
  • Gratuities
  • Private boat if selected and luxury private car with driver

Itinerary

  1. 1

    Lake Como

    2 hours

    A relaxing, spectacular cruise along the lake, during which you will admire and hear interesting stories about the lake itself, its nature, the inhabitants of the charming little towns along its coasts, the beautiful luxurious villas of noble families, politicians, movie stars and other celebrities. You will also admire their gorgeous colorful botanical gardens.

  2. 2

    Como

    40 min

    A short guided walking tour in the city center of Como with the main highlights like the cathedral, the medieval district and the statue of Alexander Volt.

  3. 3

    Bellagio

    3 hours

    During our stop in Bellagio you will enjoy a guided walk along the charming streets and salitas of the town, you'll see the two famous noble villas -- Serbelloni and Melzi, the 11th century stone church of St. James, the most panoramic place on the lake (la punta), the medieval tower and the cute tiny workshops of local craftsmen and artists. You will also have some free time for lunch and shopping.

  4. 4

    Villa Del Balbianello

    Pass by

    The stunningly beautiful place where famous movies like James Bond’s serie “Casino Royal” and Star Wars were shot.

  5. 5

    Varenna

    1.5 hours

    In the charming little town of Varenna we will have a nice panoramic walk along the lake to the medieval centre, where you will see the romantic harbour, a church from the 9th century and the beautiful villa Monastero with its wonderful botanical garden. You will also enjoy the most beautiful sunset on the Lake.

  6. 6

    Laglio

    Pass by

    George Clooney’s house Villa Oleandra

  7. 7

    Stop 7

    Pass by

    The super luxurious “Greta Garbo’s hotel”

  8. 8

    Stop 8

    Pass by

    From the lake, you’ll have a glimpse to the beautiful historical villa that stole the heart of the famous Holliwood actor George Clooney.

  9. 9

    Villa Erba

    Pass by

    The luxurious historical venue, former residence of Luchino Visconti and recently chosen as movie set for George Clooney’s Ocean’s 12 movie

  10. 10

    Villa Carlotta

    Pass by

    The XVII century noble villa with rich history and even richer and colourful botanical gardens.

  11. 11

    Stop 11

    Pass by

    XV century historical venue with enormous gardens and very popular fancy weddings location.

  12. 12

    Stop 12

    Pass by

    A historical location, home of many noble families in the past, which nowadays is the oldest super luxurious hotel on the lake.

  13. 13

    Orrido Di Nesso

    Pass by

    A natural canyon with a waterfall

  14. 14

    Isola Comacina

    Pass by

    The “cursed Island” on the lake, currently archaeological park

  15. 15

    Villa Passalacqua

    Pass by

    A luxurious historical venue with panoramic gardens, currently used for exclusive holiday rentals.

  16. 16

    Villa Pliniana

    Pass by

    A former monastery hosting Leonardo Da Vinci during his studies on the lake, currently a luxurious lake condominium.

  17. 17

    The Anglican Church of the Ascension

    Pass by

    The Wedding Church on the lake.

Meeting and pickup

We will meet at the big needle statue in the middle of the square.

End point

Piazza Duca d'Aosta, Milano

Good to know

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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

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