About This Tour
Experience the magic of Lake Como in winter, when the silence of the lake and the snow-capped mountains create a truly unique atmosphere. Two hours aboard our private boat, with the captain all to yourselves, among historic villas and villages overlooking the water.Departure is not only from Varenna: we can set sail from wherever you prefer, and you choose the point on the lake where your tour begins. Along the way we will admire Villa Cipressi and Villa Monastero, then cross the lake towards Bellagio and the gardens of Villa Melzi. On the western shore we will see Villa del Balbianello, the elegance of Villa La Cassinella and the grandeur of Villa Balbiano, reaching as far as the Nesso Waterfall before returning past Tremezzo and Villa Carlotta.
Comfort is complete in any weather: the boat features dual-zone heating and an adjustable cover, fully closed on the coldest or rainiest days, or partly or fully open when the typical winter sun is shining, so you can enjoy the fresh air of Lake Como.
Would you like more time on the lake? The tour can also last several hours: simply write to us directly on WhatsApp or by email and together we will arrange a tailor-made experience.
An elegant, intimate and unforgettable experience.
The itinerary and stops are indicative: if you would like to do something different or reach a place that is particularly dear to you, we can take you straight there, within the time booked.
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
Elegant lakeside gardens in Varenna with terraced paths and panoramic views.
Villa Monastero
Historic villa and botanical garden in Varenna, once a Cistercian monastery.
Bellagio
The Pearl of Lake Como. Elegant town at the junction of the lake's three branches.
Villa Melzi VIEW
Neoclassical villa with stunning gardens on the Bellagio waterfront.
Winter gardens
Villa del Balbianello
Iconic FAI villa on Lenno peninsula. Filming location for Star Wars and James Bond Casino Royale.
Star Wars attack of the Clones, James Bond Casino Royal Possibility of stopping 40 minutes (ticket not included can be purchased at the time of booking)
Villa La Cassinella VIEW
Exclusive private island villa, one of the most luxurious properties on Lake Como.
Richard Branson
Villa Balbiano VIEW
Magnificent 16th century villa featured in House of Gucci. Available for exclusive events.
Featured in House of Gucci
Tremezzo VIEW
Charming lakeside town with grand hotels, gardens, and stunning views of Bellagio.
Snow-capped mountains view
Nesso Waterfall VIEW
Spectacular waterfall where two streams meet and plunge into Lake Como through a medieval stone bridge.
Reachable without stopping of 40 minutes to Villa Balbianello, winter waterfall
Tremezzo
Charming lakeside town with grand hotels, gardens, and stunning views of Bellagio.
Grand Hotel Tremezzo and its floating pool on the lake
Villa Carlotta
Botanical garden and art museum housing works by Canova and Hayez. Over 500 plant species.
Botanical garden and Art Gallery inside