Full-Day Exploration of Bellagio and Varenna: Discover Lake Como's Natural Wonders
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158 Ratings
Como
Embark on a full-day exploration of Bellagio and Varenna, two charming towns on the shores of Lake Como. Discover the natural wonders, historic sites, and vibrant culture of this stunning Italian destination.
Duration: 8 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Piazza Cavour - Meet your guide in the center of the square and prepare for the day. Here you will receive the whisper system and a local map.
What's Included
  • Round-trip ferry tickets included
  • Exclusive small-group tour, limited to 14 travelers
  • Fast-track access - skip the ticket lines
What's Not Included
  • Private boat not included.
  • Lunch not included.
  • Pick-up and drop-off to your hotel or other villages not included.
Additional Information

Start your excursion in Como, where a welcoming guide will meet you. Join a group of like-minded voyagers to discover the captivating beauty of Lake Como, a jewel of Italy. Begin with a ferry trip to Varenna, bypassing the usual long queues for tickets. Soak in the colourful streets, historical churches, and the mesmerising waterfront as you embark on a walking tour. Then, voyage via ferry to Bellagio. Take in the beguiling allure of the place with your guide, feeling like you’re stepping into a picture perfect scene! Relish a traditional Italian lunch at a local eatery (at your cost), followed by a walking tour of Bellagio lasting around an hour. Uncover the town’s hidden treasures and scenic pockets while your guide shares interesting anecdotes about its rich past and vibrant culture. Lastly, take the ferry back to Como, drinking in the awe-inspiring views of the lake and mountains. Please remember: You will need to arrange your own travel to and from the meeting spot in Como City, Piazza Cavour. If the ferry service is unavailable, we will ensure our destination is reached by employing a private chauffeur-driven vehicle.

  • Comfortable walking shoes and weather-appropriate clothing are recommended. 
  • Guests must arrange their own transportation to and from the meeting point at Como’s Piazza Cavour.
  • To ensure our clients’ satisfaction, we prioritize providing the quickest and most efficient transportation between Como, Bellagio, and Varenna. Our preferred mode of transport is the public fast ferry, selected to enhance your travel experience. However, there may be occasions when the fast ferry is out of service. In such instances, we will use the standard ferry, which might slightly extend the duration of the tour but will still ensure a delightful and comprehensive experience. In extremely rare cases, should the need arise, we may opt for a luxury van to maintain the quality and continuity of the tour.
  • If you are accommodated in Bellagio or Varenna, please inform us in advance so we can adjust your meeting point accordingly and you won’t need to travel to Como.
Location
Piazza Cavour, 25
Piazza Cavour
Meet us at Piazza Cavour 25, directly in front of the 'Armani' store. The store is positioned on the right side of the square when facing the lake. We kindly request all travelers to wait outside, no information will be provided by the store staff. Please show up 15 min. before the tour departure.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Kathy_g
May 6, 2024
Overall outstanding! - Tour guide was friendly, patient and very knowledgeable. The weather cooperated. Lot to see - it went fast. Thank you
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Kerri_r
May 5, 2024
Beautiful lake day - Violetta was a wonderful guide and shared with us all of the highlights of the Lake Como area. The tour size was perfect, we were all able to clearly hear and ask questions. It was a wonderful day.
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Danapr8409tb
May 4, 2024
Fast paced, great overview, thoughtful guides! - Elena and Michele were wonderful, very knowledgeable, knew the ins and outs and really took care of us. Lunch was great. Of course, it’s a fast paced tour, in order to see everything, but they made sure we got a good overview. If you want more in depth, this might not be for you, but we had a limited amount of time, and this was perfect for that. The ferry can be challenging, so it was nice to have someone who could take care of that, it is the public ferry, very crowded, but it was all great!
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Jacqueline_c
Apr 27, 2024
Outstanding tour of Varenna and Bellagio - Violetta was an outstanding guide! We enjoyed every part of our tour. I would highly recommend this experience. Thanks again Violetta for making our day so memorable!!
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Jennifer_t
Apr 24, 2024
Two beautiful stops on Lake Como - Varenna and Bellagio were both enchanting. Our tour guide Elena was wonderful and so knowledgeable. The restaurant that was chosen for us was delicious!
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Kristen_m
Apr 16, 2024
Would recommend - Cinzia was a great tour guide and had so much knowledge about the areas and the lake. Very comforting and convenient having someone organise ferry tickets and getting to skip the queues. Would definitely recommend!
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Melissa_k
Oct 28, 2023
Best way to visit Lake Como cities - Sara was an excellent tour guide. Everything was handled very professionally and a huge bonus to have her manage all the ferry tickets. Bellagio is a lovely city and the views are amazing.
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Tracey_e
Oct 28, 2023
Long Day with Lots of Walking - Went to Villa Balbianello in Lenno instead of Varenna due to an itinerary change. We joined a group of 7 plus our guide. A terrific and long day. Our guide Sara was super knowledgeable and friendly. Wear comfortable walking shoes - we walked over 8 miles including an uphill climb to the villa. Ate well and learned a lot about the area. Suggest carrying a small backpack in case you buy souvenirs or food to take back.
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Anitasn382az
Oct 23, 2023
Amazing tour! - This was worth every Penny. Giovanni has an incredible wealth of knowledge and provided historical, geographical, cultural and architectural background from the moment we got together until we left bellagio. His energy level and enthusiasm just enhanced the day. He made sure we had the right seats in the boat so that he could show us points of interest throughout the ride. Cities and views were amazing. Wonderful lunch- great churches and views. Overall a great day.
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Fatma_t
Apr 21, 2024
Overpriced tickets for a mediocre trip - When buying the tickets I thought we will join a small group of max 12 in a private boat doing all the mentioned activities, but unfortunately it was through the public fairy and honestly it wasn’t as comfortable as I thought it would be. It was a bit crowded with no guaranteed seats in the fairy, its first come first serve. The tour guide girl was very nice and tried her best to let us joy the journey. Nothing is included not even a water ! Over all, it was a bit pricey for such a trip when you could plan the exact journey much cheaper.
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