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Private Wooden Boat Tour on Lake Como: Villages and Villas

Lake Como, Italyby Wooden Boat Como Tour

  • 1 hour
  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
  • Private tour
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
  • Guide: English, Italian, Spanish

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Overview

Experience Lake Como as it used to be: aboard a boat made entirely of wood, an original from 1957. A private tour that combines the most iconic villas of the lake with hidden corners of rare beauty, away from the crowds. No rigid itineraries, just the slow rhythm of the water and a view that changes at every turn of the coast. Experience Lake Como as it used to be: aboard a boat made entirely of wood, an original from 1957. A private tour that combines the most iconic villas of the lake with hidden corners of rare beauty, away from the crowds. No rigid itineraries, just the slow rhythm of the water and a view that changes at every turn of the coast.

What's included

  • Private Boat Tour
  • Bottled water
  • Alcoholic Beverages
  • Pro local captain and host
  • Fuel
  • Entrance ticket to the villas

Itinerary

  1. 1

    Bellagio

    5 min

    It starts from the most iconic and suggestive point of the lake, Bellagio, the Pearl of the Lake, leaving behind its pastel colors. (other meeting points are available, the itinerary may vary depending on the chosen starting point)

  2. 2

    Villa Carlotta

    5 min

    Famous for its botanical gardens and masterpieces of art.

  3. 3

    Stop 3

    10 min

    The icon of luxury hospitality on the lake.

  4. 4

    Tremezzo

    5 min

    Beautiful tourist village of Lake Como

  5. 5

    Golfo di Venere

    10 min

    The Gems of Lenno: We will admire from the lake the Park Mayer, the Church of San Lorenzo, and the unique architecture of Villa Sola Cabiati, Villa Amila and Villa Pessina.

  6. 6

    Lenno

    5 min

    Beautiful village set in the Gulf of Venus

  7. 7

    Villa Del Balbianello

    5 min

    One of the most famous villas in the world, set of Star Wars and 007. We will see it from its best corner: the Lake. Visit to Villa on Request and Reservation Required

  8. 8

    Villa del Balbiano - Complesso Architettonico di Ossuccio (ante 1778)

    10 min

    Famous all over the world for being the set of the movie 'House of Gucci' is a symbol of opulence and location for the most exclusive events

  9. 9

    Stop 9

    10 min

    The Inaccessible private paradise that looks like something out of a fairy tale is an ultra-exclusive property with dream gardens visible in all its glory only from the lake

  10. 10

    Isola Comacina

    20 min

    Passage near the only island of the lake for a bathing break. Rich in history and wild charm it is surrounded by calm waters to enjoy a refreshing dip (available from 2 hours tour)

  11. 11

    Argegno

    20 min

    Stop on the ground in an authentic medieval village to taste a bruschetta or ice cream. (Attraction available from 3 hours tour)

  12. 12

    Menaggio

    10 min

    Like a living painting this noble village possesses one of the most elegant promenades in Europe, adorned with palm trees, colourful flowers and wrought iron railings

  13. 13

    Cadenabbia di Griante

    5 min

    We will sail through the villages of Griante and Cadenabbia known for their stately and Art Nouveau homes. Many illustrious people stayed here, such as Giuseppe Verdi and Stendhal

  14. 14

    Varenna

    15 min

    We will head to Varenna, the village of lovers. Wonderful village set in the lake.

  15. 15

    Villa Monastero

    15 min

    We will then see Villa Monastero, an evocative architectural complex of the sixteenth century, once a convent of Cistercian nuns. Today it is one of the main tourist attractions, with its house museum and botanical gardens that welcome many plant species. It is possible to visit the gardens, booking in advance on the Villa site

  16. 16

    Stop 16

    10 min

    Heaven's Gate: Famous for its spectacular storey botanical gardens, it houses the iconic 'Heaven's Gate', a monumental gate that frames the lake in a divine way.

  17. 17

    I Giardini Di Villa Melzi

    10 min

    We will skirt the east coast admiring Villa Orlando, Villa La Placida and Villa Trivulzio, magnificent historic residences surrounded by greenery and the famous gardens of Villa Melzi that frame the entrance to Bellagio.

  18. 18

    Stop 18

    15 min

    We will end the tour with a breathtaking view of the Bellagio promontory and its historic village, the "heart" of Lake Como.

Meeting and pickup

Hello, see you at meeting point at the dock of the Grand Royal Victoria. Please note that to board a hotel you must be a guest. We will meet you directly on the pier, 5 minutes before your experience.

Hello, see you at meeting point at the dock of the Grand Hotel Tremezzo. Please note that to board a hotel you must be a guest. We will meet you directly on the pier, 5 minutes before your experience.

Hello, see you at meeting point at the dock of the Grand Hotel Menaggio. Please note that to board a hotel you must be a guest. We will meet you directly on the pier, 5 minutes before your experience.

Hello, see you at meeting point at the dock of the Grand Hotel Vittoria. Please note that to board a hotel you must be a guest. We will meet you directly on the pier, 5 minutes before your experience.

Hello, see you at meeting point at the dock of the hotel The Lake Como Edition. Please note that to board a hotel you must be a guest. We will meet you directly on the pier, 5 minutes before your experience.

We will meet directly on the public jetty

meeting point in Piazza Filzi Fabio, 12A, 22019 Tremezzo CO, Italy, on the public pier in front of Ristorante "La Locanda"

We will meet you directly on the public pier in Menaggio, 5 minutes before your experience.

see you at meeting point in Molo Riva Grande, 23829 Varenna LC, the floating pier in front of the Gelateria "La Passerella".

To reach the dock you have to walk on the left side of the pier and go down the iron stairs

End point

Hello, see you at meeting point at the dock of the Grand Royal Victoria. Please note that to board a hotel you must be a guest. We will meet you directly on the pier, 5 minutes before your experience.

Hello, see you at meeting point at the dock of the Grand Hotel Tremezzo. Please note that to board a hotel you must be a guest. We will meet you directly on the pier, 5 minutes before your experience.

Hello, see you at meeting point at the dock of the Grand Hotel Menaggio. Please note that to board a hotel you must be a guest. We will meet you directly on the pier, 5 minutes before your experience.

Hello, see you at meeting point at the dock of the Grand Hotel Vittoria. Please note that to board a hotel you must be a guest. We will meet you directly on the pier, 5 minutes before your experience.

Hello, see you at meeting point at the dock of the hotel The Lake Como Edition. Please note that to board a hotel you must be a guest. We will meet you directly on the pier, 5 minutes before your experience.

We will meet directly on the public jetty

meeting point in Piazza Filzi Fabio, 12A, 22019 Tremezzo CO, Italy, on the public pier in front of Ristorante "La Locanda"

We will meet you directly on the public pier in Menaggio, 5 minutes before your experience.

see you at meeting point in Molo Riva Grande, 23829 Varenna LC, the floating pier in front of the Gelateria "La Passerella".

To reach the dock you have to walk on the left side of the pier and go down the iron stairs

Good to know

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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

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