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 Enoteca la Principessa 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 Il Molo, 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: French, German, Hindi, Italian, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish)

  • Meet at your accommodation or a 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.

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Reviews

    Thais was a wonderful tour guide. The weather did not fully cooperate, but she helped us make the most of our trip to Como. She helped us get settled into our hotel and then we enjoyed the day with a boat ride to Bellagio where we explored a bit and then visited a Botanical Garden. We had lunch and then enjoyed some gelato. All along the way Thais provided input about the area and answered all of our questions about the Italian culture. We would highly recommend a tour with Thais.

    October 2022

    Nick B

    Very knowledgeable Tour Guide and very personable.

    October 2022

    Richard H

    Marco made this trip delightful. He met me promptly at my hotel and travelled with me from Milano to Varenna. He explained history and politics. He made me feel very comfortable and he was a warm ambassador of his country. The places we visited were simply breath-taking. Despite a rainy afternoon, every aspect of the long day was wonderful. I would not only book this tour again for myself, but I would also do the same for friends, family, and colleagues. I am sure that the sights of Lake Como and its grand villas would be special with most guides, but Marco elevated the experience to heights that I have not found paralleled in more than 59 years of international traveling. Do yourself a favour and reserve this day with him! Be sure to wear comfortable shoes. And try to be well rested, as the day was very long... almost 12 hours. But blissful nonetheless!

    October 2022

    Henry F

    We have been excited for this day trip during our two weeks visit to Italy and couldn’t be more pleased. Chiara planned a wonderful day for us to explore Lake Como in the given time and maximized what we could do. We had wonderful conversations with her, and she was lovely. Very impressed with this young lady and hope she comes to visit us in San Francisco so we can take her around. I’m a travel writer and have my own website (Vonskitravels.com) and this will be recommended to my readers.

    September 2022

    Adam V

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