• Varenna - Discover Varenna, a picturesque village on Lake Como, often captured in photographs.

Enjoy a leisurely walk along the beautiful lakeside promenade, wander through the charming old town streets, and take advantage of free time to explore viewpoints, cafés, and quaint local shops.

The guide will assist in orienting the visit to ensure the best use of your time.

• Bellagio - Experience Bellagio at your leisure, renowned as one of Lake Como’s most beautiful villages.

Take a stroll along the lakeside promenade, ascend the stone stairways of the old town, unwind in peaceful piazzas, or savor a coffee with stunning lake views.

Consider visiting Villa Melzi Gardens or browsing through the small local shops.

The free time is relaxed, allowing you to enjoy Bellagio without any rush.

• Menaggio - Sail past the charming lakeside town of Menaggio, taking in the breathtaking views from the water as you proceed to the next destination.
• Orrido di Bellano - Explore the Bellano Gorge (Orrido di Bellano), a natural canyon sculpted by rushing waters over millennia.

Walk along elevated pathways attached to the rock walls, passing by waterfalls, narrow passages, and offering dramatic views directly above the river below.

The visit is fully walkable and well-maintained, making it easy to explore while enjoying a unique natural environment.

After the gorge, take the opportunity to visit Bellano, a serene lakeside village with a local charm, away from the crowds. This stop provides a quieter, natural experience that is often not included in typical Lake Como day trips.

• Free time in Bellagio & Varenna. Explore, relax, and enjoy the lake at your own pace.
• Round-trip express train (first class) Fast, comfortable travel from Milan — no buses, no traffic.
• 1-hour Lake Como boat cruise with pre-booked tickets, ensuring guaranteed boarding
• Licensed, top-rated English-speaking guide. Clear explanations, small group, no bilingual tours.
• Radio headsets provided Always hear your guide, even in busy areas.

• Lunch

Experience Lake Como at a leisurely pace that allows for true enjoyment. Begin the journey by boarding the fastest train from Milan early in the morning, avoiding the crowds — ensuring seats for everyone, with no standing or chaos.

Use the same strategy for the return trip: board the train while it’s still empty, so by the time it fills up at Varenna, the group is already comfortably seated.

Next, take a boat across the lake with a highly-rated guide who knows when to share insights and when to let the scenery speak for itself. The tour includes stops in Varenna, Bellagio, and the Bellano Gorge — a unique canyon not featured in other tours, with suspended walkways above a waterfall that you feel in your chest before you see it. For many travelers, this is the highlight of the day.

• Note: This 10-hour tour includes travel time—round-trip train ride and boat cruise
• Minimum age: 6 years. No strollers allowed

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