Milan

Day trip to enchanting lake Como

Day Trips & Local Escapes • 10 hours 5.0
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Day trip to enchanting lake Como

Discover picturesque Lake Como with its lush greenery and lakeside historic villages framed by the backdrop of the Alps, on a day trip from Milan

Don't forget to bring a compact umbrella as it can quickly turn from a blue-sky morning to a rainy, drizzly afternoon with little warning.

What makes this experience special

Key highlights

  • Take the train with your helpful host, who will organize tickets from Milan to Lake Como
  • Spend a day with a local host who tailors the experience to you
  • Enjoy a flexible walk through Como’s vibrant streets and hidden corners
  • Cruise to a serene village like Torno or Moltrasio, far from the crowds or enjoy a funicular ride
  • Discover villas, local legends, and lakeside life through real stories

What to know before you go

Here’s everything you need to know before your day unfolds.

At a glance What’s included Things to know
Don't forget to bring a compact umbrella as it can quickly turn from a blue-sky morning to a rainy, drizzly afternoon with little warning.
10 hours
Fully tailored to your preferences
English Other languages may be requested

What’s included

Private and personalized experience
10 hours with a host
Transportation cost to and from Como, which takes around 1 hour by train
A ferry ride between small picturesque towns in summer months
Walking experience (other transport can be arranged at an additional cost)

What’s not included

Additional food and drink
Additional transport costs
Tickets to any attractions
Gratuities (optional)

Meeting point

Your hotel/apartment or any other central location

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience

What to bring

  • We recommend wearing comfortable shoes and carrying a light bag for your essentials.
  • Public transport may be used during the experience - please bring a travel card or small amount of cash for fares.

How your day could unfold

A flexible, unscripted experience designed entirely around your interests. Your host will adapt the day based on what excites you most

What you’ll do

Trade the city’s energy for the soul-soothing beauty of Lake Como, experiencing it at your own pace with a local host who feels more like a friend. Stroll through Como’s historic streets and hidden corners, listening to local stories that bring the city to life, before either gliding across the water by boat in summer or riding the funicular up the hills in winter for sweeping views. Discover elegant villas, fascinating legends, and authentic lakeside moments—an experience designed not just to see, but to truly connect with the heart of Lake Como before returning comfortably to Milan.

1. Select a date
2. Select start time
3. Tailor your experience
Answer a few quick questions to help your host craft the perfect day tailored to you.
1. What’s your preferred hosting style?
2. How would you like the pace of your day?
3. What’s your walking comfort level?
4. Are you celebrating something special?
Per person incl.
taxes & fees $448.36 for
Adults (Aged 13+)
Children (Up to 12 years old)
$448.36
per person
including taxes & fees
Select a date and start time
Tailor your experience
Flexible start times
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience

Real Stories, Real Connections

See our hosts and guests creating memories

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Nirav Jul 2025

Reza was an amazing guide.... easy going, friendly, responsive, and knowledgeable. He tried very hard to accommodate our various requests (via WhatsApp starting several weeks before the tour) for our customized day trip from Milan to Lake Como. We managed to see Varenna, Bellagio, and Como City all in one day. We never had to wait in queue for the ferry because Reza took care of that for us. He also pointed out great views-restaurants-gelato-shops, shared great insights, and was funny. We would highly recommend City Unscripted and ask for Reza.

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Margaret Jun 2025

Simona had excellent local knowledge and gave us great and personalized advice on how to build the agenda for the day. Additionally Simona was very fun to be with!

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Ernestine May 2025

My tour guide was Reza, and he was absolutely amazing! Being on a solo trip in Italy for the first time, not speaking an ounce of Italian, I knew I may face a couple of challenges. So when it came to touring Lake Como, I decided to book this private tour and happy I did. I couldn’t have expected the sheer amount of crowds and chaos that we would experience, and if I would have tried to maneuver through this alone, I most likely would have turned right around and left Como. Reza had the transportation hashed out from the train, to busses and a subway, he had chosen some great landmarks to go see, and was able to think quickly and provide new suggestions when we experienced roadblocks where tickets were sold out. He was energetic, knowledgeable, and fluent in English so it helped tremendously that he was able to communicate with me and the locals seamlessly. I’m so happy I went this route, I learned a ton about the city and landmarks along the way, and took a billion pictures to remember them all.

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Eissa Nov 2024

The guide was very professional

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Adriano Aug 2024

Great experience. Put your guide Marco was excellent. Would highly recommend.

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Adriano Aug 2024

Amazing tour with a knowledgeable guide. Marco was excellent every step of the way. Travel was organized and simple. Would highly recommend.

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Nirav, Jul 2025

Reza was an amazing guide.... easy going, friendly, responsive, and knowledgeable. He tried very hard to accommodate our various requests (via WhatsApp starting several weeks before the tour) for our customized day trip from Milan to Lake Como. We managed to see Varenna, Bellagio, and Como City all in one day. We never had to wait in queue for the ferry because Reza took care of that for us. He also pointed out great views-restaurants-gelato-shops, shared great insights, and was funny. We would highly recommend City Unscripted and ask for Reza.

Margaret, Jun 2025

Simona had excellent local knowledge and gave us great and personalized advice on how to build the agenda for the day. Additionally Simona was very fun to be with!

Ernestine, May 2025

My tour guide was Reza, and he was absolutely amazing! Being on a solo trip in Italy for the first time, not speaking an ounce of Italian, I knew I may face a couple of challenges. So when it came to touring Lake Como, I decided to book this private tour and happy I did. I couldn’t have expected the sheer amount of crowds and chaos that we would experience, and if I would have tried to maneuver through this alone, I most likely would have turned right around and left Como. Reza had the transportation hashed out from the train, to busses and a subway, he had chosen some great landmarks to go see, and was able to think quickly and provide new suggestions when we experienced roadblocks where tickets were sold out. He was energetic, knowledgeable, and fluent in English so it helped tremendously that he was able to communicate with me and the locals seamlessly. I’m so happy I went this route, I learned a ton about the city and landmarks along the way, and took a billion pictures to remember them all.

Eissa, Nov 2024

The guide was very professional

Adriano, Aug 2024

Great experience. Put your guide Marco was excellent. Would highly recommend.

Adriano, Aug 2024

Amazing tour with a knowledgeable guide. Marco was excellent every step of the way. Travel was organized and simple. Would highly recommend.