Como Lake Bellagio Luxury Cruise Experience

Experience unique natural beauty, as you cruise down the lake from Como through the very center and beating heart of Lake Como: Bellagio, admiring XIX villas and noble mansion (Villa Oleandra, George Clooney’s Summerhouse, Villa Fontanelle, Historical Versace Family’s house, Villa Le Rose, Villa Pizzo, Villa d’Este, Villa Erba, Villa Balbianello, Villa Carlotta, Villa Melzi). Satisfy your curiosity about the architectural features, culture and history of the hamlet stepping off the boat in Bellagio. Experience with your guide the true flavor, the sounds, the smells and the very life of this enchanting village and its surrounding walking through its picturesque steep stone alleys admiring the elegance of its boutiques. Enjoy local dishes at a charming hill top restaurant and mingle with your new travel companions over a glass of red wine. Stroll along the magnificent gardens of Villa Melzi to relax and finish creating your unforgettable Italian memory.

Meeting Point

Lungo Lario Trieste, 28

Lungo Lario Trieste, 28, 22100 Como CO, Italy

Meet us at the pier in front of the Bar Lario (Lungo Lario Trieste, 28 - Como). Look out for our "Taste & Travel Italy" captain. The tour ends in Bellagio.

What's included:

• 1 h cruise with captain (Como/Bellagio)
• Lunch at a charming hill top restaurant (starter, first course, water, a glass of wine, coffee)
• Friendly English speaking guide (You will meet her in Bellagio)
• Entrance Tickets to Villa Melzi's gardens
• Bellagio Walking Tour

Not included:

• Gratuities
• Hotel pick-up and drop-off - (Private transfers can be organised to fit your schedule)
• The costs of any drinks or food that are not explicitly listed in the programme
• Public Boat Ticket Bellagio/Como (Euro 15)

What to expect:

Duration: 8 hours

Como

Como

Meet your captain in Como and embark on its luxury boat to enjoy a relaxing and unforgettable 1 h cruise down the lake through the very center and beating heart of Lake Como, admiring its XIX villas and noble mansion with superb views of the lake’s three branches against a towering alpine background.

1 hour

Villa Olmo

Via Simone Cantoni 1, , Como, 22100

A stunning XVIII century villa built for the Odescalchi family. Today it houses exhibitions and events.

Pass by without stopping

Villa Erba

Largo Luchino Visconti 4, Cernobbio, 22012

Villa Erba and its grounds sit on the site of a former nunnery which was founded at the end of the XI century. The general Domenico Pino, owner of Villa d'Este bought part of it in 1816 and transformed the nunnery into a manor house. Today a stunning exhibition and conference center, often used as a cinema and television set.

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Cernobbio

Cernobbio

A charming village which hosts the most luxurious 5 stars hotel: Villa d'Este.

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Villa Le Fontanelle

Via Regina Vecchia 5, Moltrasio, 22010

It was built in the first half of the XIX century for the eccentric Lord Currie. The fashion designer Gianni Versace bought it in 1977.

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Villa Pliniana

Via Cesare Poggi 29, Torno, 22020

One of the most prestigious villas at Lake Como which hosts sumptuous events.

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Laglio

Laglio

Villa Oleandra - George Clooney's summer House.

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Orrido Di Nesso

Nesso, 22020

A charming fisherman's village with a beautiful ancient bridge and an hidden waterfall.

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Isola Comacina

Via Somalvico, , Ossuccio, 22010

The only island at Lake Como owned by the Brera Academy of Milan. A Perfect spot for swimming.

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

Piazza Cardinal Durini, Ossuccio, 22010

An elegant and romantic wedding location, home of the cardinal Durini who bought the nearby Dosso di Lavedo. Set for the movie "The House of Gucci".

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Villa Del Balbianello

Via Guido Monzino, 1, Tremezzina, 22016

One of the main tourist attractions of Lake Como, set for the movies: James Bond 007, Casino Royale and Star Wars. The count and explorer Guido Monzino was the last private owner.

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Villa Carlotta

Via Statale, 5605, Tremezzina, 22016

One of the most important cultural and tourist spot in Lombardy. A XVII century villa built for the milanese marquis Giorgio Clerici. It reached its splendour in 1801 when it passed to the banker and art collector Sommariva.

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Bellagio

Bellagio

Disembark in Bellagio to meet your guide for a guided walking tour of this world famous village and continue with a delicious typical lunch at a charming hilltop restaurant.

5 hours

I Giardini Di Villa Melzi

Lungo Lario Manzoni, , Bellagio, 22021

End the tour at Villa Melzi. A beautiful neoclassical villa built in  1808 for the duke of Lodi Francesco Melzi d'Eril. Today a private summer residence. Stroll along its magnificent gardens and learn about all the poets and composers that fell in love with it.

1 hour • Admission Ticket Included