Private Wooden Boat Tour on Lake Como: Villages and Villas
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 you'll see & do
- ✓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)
- ✓Famous for its botanical gardens and masterpieces of art.
- ✓The icon of luxury hospitality on the lake.
- ✓Beautiful tourist village of Lake Como
- ✓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.
- ✓Beautiful village set in the Gulf of Venus
- ✓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
- ✓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
- ✓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
- ✓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)
- ✓Stop on the ground in an authentic medieval village to taste a bruschetta or ice cream. (Attraction available from 3 hours tour)
- ✓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
- ✓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
- ✓We will head to Varenna, the village of lovers. Wonderful village set in the lake.
- ✓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
- ✓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.
- ✓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.
- ✓We will end the tour with a breathtaking view of the Bellagio promontory and its historic village, the "heart" of Lake Como.
What's included
- ✓Private Boat Tour
- ✓Bottled water
- ✓Alcoholic beverages
- ✓Pro local captain and host
- ✓Fuel
What's not included
- ✓Entrance ticket to the villas
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
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
Private Wooden Boat Tour on Lake Como: Villages and Villas
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 you'll see & do
- ✓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)
- ✓Famous for its botanical gardens and masterpieces of art.
- ✓The icon of luxury hospitality on the lake.
- ✓Beautiful tourist village of Lake Como
- ✓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.
- ✓Beautiful village set in the Gulf of Venus
- ✓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
- ✓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
- ✓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
- ✓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)
- ✓Stop on the ground in an authentic medieval village to taste a bruschetta or ice cream. (Attraction available from 3 hours tour)
- ✓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
- ✓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
- ✓We will head to Varenna, the village of lovers. Wonderful village set in the lake.
- ✓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
- ✓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.
- ✓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.
- ✓We will end the tour with a breathtaking view of the Bellagio promontory and its historic village, the "heart" of Lake Como.
What's included
- ✓Private Boat Tour
- ✓Bottled water
- ✓Alcoholic beverages
- ✓Pro local captain and host
- ✓Fuel
What's not included
- ✓Entrance ticket to the villas
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
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.