Day trip to enchanting lake Como
Day trip to enchanting lake Como
Day trip to enchanting lake Como
Day trip to enchanting lake Como
Day trip to enchanting lake Como
Day trip to enchanting lake Como
Day trip to enchanting lake Como
Day trip to enchanting lake Como
Day trip to enchanting lake Como
Day trip to enchanting lake Como
Day trip to enchanting lake Como

What you'll do

At enchanting Lake Como, renowned for its dramatic scenery, idyllic gardens, and palatial villas, you’ll spend a glorious day living like the rich and famous. You could take the funicular railway up to hilltop Brunate for incredible lake views or stroll the romantic streets of Bellagio below balconies covered in bougainvillea, stopping at a local winery for a wine tasting. Admire the iconic Villa Carlotta across the lake before sailing to the tiny village of Varenna, where you could step into the medieval Church of Saint George, see the milky white water of the Fiumelatte (the shortest river in Italy), or relax on the terrace of Varenna’s best-loved aperitivo spot, for a refreshing spritz and Italian delicacies.

Where you’ll go

With a local host, you’ll board the train from Milan to picturesque Lake Como at the foothills of the Alps – a playground for aristocrats and the fabulously wealthy since Roman times. You’ll walk in the footsteps of George Clooney and Madonna as you board a 45-minute ferry to historic Bellagio, the old town dotted with opulent lakeside villas and elaborate gardens. Its cobbled main road, via Giuseppe Garibaldi, is the perfect place to browse tiny boutiques and sit down for a glass of wine or an espresso before taking the ferry north to peaceful Varenna, home to lush hiking trails, botanical gardens and “Lover’s Walk” – a storybook alley at the ferry terminal where you could grab an artisanal bite before sailing back to the train station.

  • Private & 100% personalized tour

  • 10 hours

  • Matched to your ideal host

  • Walking tour (may use public transport)

  • Hosted in English (On request: Bulgarian, French, German, Hindi, Italian, Korean, Mandarin, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish)

  • Your hotel/apartment or any other central location

Experience outline

  • Take the train with your helpful host, who will organize tickets from Milan to Lake Como
  • Explore the historic city of Como, and take the ferry between the picturesque villages of Varenna and Bellagio
  • Enjoy a bite at a spot recommended by your host where you can indulge in the region’s famous dishes (and a drink or two)
  • See several of the town’s famous villas and historic architecture
  • Let your local host give you tips and recommendations for the rest of your trip

Things to know

What’s included

  • Private and personalized experience
  • 10 hours with a host
  • Transportation cost to and from Como, which takes around 1 hour by fast 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)

Cancellation

  • Cancel 14 days before the experience for a full refund
  • Worry-free cancellation terms: book with peace of mind knowing that you can cancel for free up to a day before the experience and receive a full refund.

Photos taken by our hosts and guests

City Unscripted guests photos

Reviews

    Marco was absolutely amazing! Very kind and incredibly knowledgeable about everything we could have wanted to know. We got to see all kinds of wonderful things and ate the absolute best food. Marco listened to to our needs a definitely catered to them. We will even stay in touch with him! Couldn’t have been better

    August 2023

    Hunter B

    Had a great day with Shan touring Como! He met us at our hotel, knew exactly where to go, was engaging with my teen, and gave us history and knowledge we wouldn’t have gotten on our own. Shan knew where to get a great meal and even waited in a long line for ferry tickets for us as we began to get hungry. When our train back to the city got canceled Shan knew just what to do and got us back to our hotel safely. You won’t want to miss the beautiful landscape this trip provides! I’d highly recommend City Unscripted with Zeeshan. To anyone looking to explore the area from Milan, this door-to-door individualized service is the way to go!

    August 2023

    Jillian G

    Excellent trip, covered a lot of ground with ease. Very informational both culturally and geographically. Would highly rate Marco for your Como tour.

    August 2023

    Chad R

    My friends and I booked a private and personalized day trip from Milan to Lake Como with a local host and it was so well worth the money. Our original host had a family emergency and Zeeshan was assigned to us the day before the outing. Upon reflection, I could not have imagined a better host. Zeeshan went above and beyond to accommodate our every request. He gave us great recommendations on the itinerary and shared fascinating facts about the surrounding area. He recommended an amazing spot for lunch with top notch food and service. He took a thousand pictures and videos for us and never complained. I would highly recommend this personalized tour by City Unscripted and if you could seek Zeeshan as your host you are sure to have a fantastic time! 5 out of 5 stars!!

    July 2023

    Kelli M

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