• Como - Begin your journey with a first-class express train ride from Milan to Lake Como, followed by a guided walk through Como City. With a rich history predating the Roman Empire, Como has been governed by various Italian, German, and Austrian rulers due to its strategic significance.

Visit the Duomo of Como, the last Gothic cathedral built in Italy and the city’s most significant religious landmark.

Next, embark on a boat cruise on the lake, starting from Como City.

• Villa Olmo - During the lake cruise, enjoy views of the Alps, film locations, and celebrity villas.

The cruise begins in Como City, where you will first admire Villa Olmo and Villa D’Este. Villa Olmo, built in the 18th century after Villa d’Este, features a neoclassical design. Its charm is enhanced by symmetrical gardens, sculptures, fountains, and a vast English garden at the rear.

• Villa Erba - This renowned villa, a filming location for “Ocean’s 12” starring Brad Pitt, George Clooney, and Julia Roberts, was originally constructed in the late 19th century by Luigi Erba, brother of the notable Italian entrepreneur Carlo Erba, founder of the Erba pharmaceutical company, to showcase his grandeur.
• Cernobbio - After Villa Olmo, the cruise passes near Cernobbio and Villa D’Este, a 15th-century villa initially known as Villa del Garovo. It is a Renaissance patrician residence with a park spanning approximately 100,000 square meters.

Villa D’Este was transformed into a luxury hotel for royalty in 1873 and retained its name due to its association with the famous Villa d’Este in Tivoli, Rome.

In 1925, the acclaimed director Alfred Hitchcock filmed “The Pleasure Garden” here.

In June 2009, Forbes magazine named it the best hotel in the world.

• Torno - Appreciate Torno, one of Lake Como’s most picturesque villages, home to Villa Pliniana, named after Pliny the Elder, originally from Como.

Pliny the Elder was a Roman author, naturalist, philosopher, and naval and army commander, and a close friend of Emperor Vespasian. He authored the encyclopedic “Naturalis Historia” (Natural History), which became a model for future encyclopedias.

• Villa Carlotta - Located in Tremezzo on Lake Como’s left shore, Villa Carlotta is a significant villa and botanical garden. Today, it also serves as a museum, housing works by various sculptors. The villa was constructed in the late 17th century by Marquis Giorgio Clerici of Milan.
• Villa del Balbianello - Renowned as one of Lake Como’s most famous villas and a notable film location, Villa del Balbianello hosted movies like James Bond’s “Casino Royale” and “Star Wars.” It is particularly famous for its intricate terraced gardens.
• Bellagio - Conclude your boat cruise in Bellagio, the gem of Lake Como. Experience the lake’s renowned “golden triangle,” celebrated for its stunning villas and breathtaking villages.

Explore charming boutiques featuring local art and dine at a lakeside restaurant to savor authentic Italian cuisine. Your guide will recommend a couple of excellent lake-view dining options.

• Varenna - After lunch in Bellagio, take a ferry to Varenna with your guide and explore this historic village. Following your visit to Varenna, return to Milan by train with your guide.

• Priority skip-the-line access for boat cruise & guaranteed prebooked seats on the ferry to Bellagio
• Visit of Como, Bellagio & Varenna (a balanced mix of free time and tour)
• Professional local expert English-speaking guide to make your experience informative & entertaining
• Ferry tickets from Bellagio to Varenna are included in the cost
• Lake Como boat cruise is included in the cost with guaranteed seats & reserved skip-the-line access
• Train tickets (first class), ferry, subway & boat skip-the-line tickets are included in the cost

• Lunch
• Drinks
• It is not recommended to bring strollers on tour because there are some stairs in Bellagio
• Last Supper Leonardo Da Vinci museum visit is not included in this activity

Discover Italy’s most renowned lake on an engaging 10-hour guided tour with a small group of just 13 participants. Steer clear of tourist traps, crowds, and queues on this meticulously planned excursion led by a professional local guide. Marvel at the Alps, film locations, and celebrity villas during a scenic lake boat cruise.

Begin by meeting your guide in Milan and embark on an express train journey to Como together.

Experience a panoramic ferry cruise along the lake, delving into the lake’s iconic “golden triangle” area, and explore Bellagio and Varenna.

Benefit from pre-booked and guaranteed seating during the boat cruise, with priority skip-the-line access to the ferry.

Savor a meal at a lake-view restaurant in Bellagio, recommended by your guide.

Admire the stunning historical villas of Lake Como on this delightful day trip.

Return to Milan on the express train with your guide, concluding the tour at Milan’s Central Station.

• All time for transportation (train, ferry, subway, etc) is already included in the tour duration.
• The tour programme & schedule can change for operations reasons (eg train strike, bad weather, force majeure, technical issues of the boat, etc)
• At the end of the tour the group will normally take the train from Varenna to return to Milan, but if you wish you can stay in Varenna to spend more time there and take on of the next trains/buses by yourself (we will provide the tickets - this must be comunicated before 13:00 on the day of the tour)
• During the summer period, there is a small beach in Varenna if you want to swim a little
• The tour is always confirmed in case of rain
• In the winter time (November-March) the tour starts 1 hour earlier (7:55 AM meeting point in Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II and 8:15 meeting point in Central Station), while summer time (Aprile-October) the tour starts 1 hour later (8:55 AM meeting point in Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II and 9:15 meeting point in Central Station).
• It is possible to cancel free of charge only up to 24 hours before the tour, after that term it is not possible to cancel free of charge or modify the booking (for any reason). In order to cancel the booking, you need to do it from your account, please do not text us or call us to cancel the bookings - it can only be done by you personally from your account
• If you wish to visit Last Supper on the day of the tour, please book it separately in the early morning or late eveving.
• Not suitable for travelers with mobility impairments

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