About This Tour
Six hours with the boat and captain all to yourselves, to experience Lake Como in its entirety: all the villas and villages of our itineraries, with just the right time to stop, stroll and enjoy lunch on the lake.We set sail from Varenna, past Villa Cipressi and Villa Monastero, and cross the lake to Bellagio, where we stop for about an hour to wander through its lanes. Back on the water, we admire the gardens of Villa Melzi.
On the western shore we reach Villa del Balbianello, a James Bond and Star Wars film set, where we can stop for about 40 minutes to visit it (entrance ticket not included). We then pass Lenno, the elegant Villa La Cassinella, Comacina Island, the only island on Lake Como, and the grand Villa Balbiano, before following the shore of Lezzeno to the spectacular Nesso Waterfall.
In the middle of the day comes a lunch stop of about an hour and a half in the village of your choice, to savour the lake's cuisine or simply stroll along the waterfront. Lunch is not included in the tour price.
On the way back we pass Tremezzo, Villa Carlotta, Cadenabbia and Villa La Gaeta, before returning to Varenna.
A complete, unhurried itinerary to take Lake Como home with you in all its beauty.
Places on this tour
The stops in order, each with the captain's guide.
Tour Route
Varenna START
Picturesque fishing village with colorful houses, winding alleys, and romantic lakeside promenade.
Villa Cipressi VIEW
Elegant lakeside gardens in Varenna with terraced paths and panoramic views.
Villa Monastero VIEW
Historic villa and botanical garden in Varenna, once a Cistercian monastery.
Bellagio STOP 60min
The Pearl of Lake Como. Elegant town at the junction of the lake's three branches.
Romantic departure
Villa Melzi VIEW
Neoclassical villa with stunning gardens on the Bellagio waterfront.
Stunning garden backdrop
Villa del Balbianello STOP 40min
Iconic FAI villa on Lenno peninsula. Filming location for Star Wars and James Bond Casino Royale.
The proposal spot - Star Wars & Bond location
Lenno
Quiet village near Villa Balbianello, gateway to the Tremezzina riviera.
Champagne celebration cruise
Villa La Cassinella VIEW
Exclusive private island villa, one of the most luxurious properties on Lake Como.
Isola Comacina VIEW
The only island on Lake Como. Rich in history with ancient ruins and a charming restaurant.
Villa Balbiano VIEW
Magnificent 16th century villa featured in House of Gucci. Available for exclusive events.
Lezzeno
Quiet village stretching along the eastern shore, gateway to hidden coves and grottos.
Nesso Waterfall VIEW
Spectacular waterfall where two streams meet and plunge into Lake Como through a medieval stone bridge.
Tremezzo STOP 90min
Charming lakeside town with grand hotels, gardens, and stunning views of Bellagio.
90-minute lunch stop in the village of your choice
Villa Carlotta VIEW
Botanical garden and art museum housing works by Canova and Hayez. Over 500 plant species.
Cadenabbia
Villa La Gaeta VIEW
Varenna
Picturesque fishing village with colorful houses, winding alleys, and romantic lakeside promenade.