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From Milan: Bellagio, Varenna & Bellano gorge - small group tour
5.0
27 Ratings
Milano
Explore Bellagio, Varenna, and hidden gems on Lake Como with an expert guide. Enjoy a boat cruise, botanical gardens, and swim in the lake.
Duration:
11 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Bellagio - Discover one of Lake Como’s most renowned villages. Bellagio is a popular spot for the affluent and celebrities. You’ll have plenty of free time to explore Bellagio’s main attractions before the lunchtime crowds arrive. Admire the lavish villas, such as Villa Melzi, which has hosted notable figures like Napoleon Bonaparte, Franz Liszt, and Stendhal, along with its beautiful gardens.
- Varenna - Varenna is the quintessential Lake Como village featured on postcards and advertisements. Wander through its enchanting cobblestone streets, enjoy delectable handmade ice cream, and capture countless Instagram-worthy photos on the Walk of Lovers path that stretches over the water.
- Bellano - Explore a stunning natural gorge formed 15 million years ago. This hidden gem is away from the typical tourist spots. Over the ages, the river has carved the rock into massive potholes, dark ravines, and intriguing caves. Accessible via a network of footbridges anchored to the high rocks above the water, this narrow canyon offers a one-of-a-kind experience.
What's Included
- Licensed professional English speaking tour guide
- 1-hour boat cruise on Como lake to reach Bellagio
- Ferry tickets Bellagio - Varenna
- Round trip express train transportation, first class tickets
- Map of Como lake and radio system to hear the tour guide (if necessary)
- Ample free time and a well-planned itinerary
- Entry fee and visit of the biggest visitable gorge of Como lake
What's Not Included
- Lunch
Additional Information
Join a small semi-private group of up to 12 people and explore Bellagio, Varenna, and two NON-TOURISTY spots on Lake Como with an experienced English-speaking guide.
Start your adventure in Milan and reach Lake Como in just 1 hour.
Enjoy a relaxing 1-hour boat cruise and admire the spectacular mountains and charming villas.
This perfect Lake Como itinerary is crafted by an expert tour guide who has led over 500 tours of Lake Como, ranging from groups of 57 people to YouTube celebrities.
Discover the two most popular villages on Lake Como and uncover two hidden gems off the beaten path. Experience breathtaking locations that 90% of tourists don’t see. Our tour is by train, ensuring a traffic-free and quicker journey than by bus.
You’ll have plenty of time to explore all destinations, including one of the most beautiful botanical garden of Como Lake. Weather permitting, you can swim in the lake during the summer
- On this tour we do 10 000 to 12 000 steps
- Please note: This is 10 hours tour including the travel time in between places: round trip train ride and a boat cruise
Location
dm Italia
Piazza Duca d'Aosta
!IMPORTANT: THE MEETING TIME IS 8:50
The meeting point is INSIDE the train station, on the upper floor, next to BAR CENTRALE and in front of the TRAIN GATES
The guide will hold a stick with the Italian flag.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Natalya_j
Jun 6, 2024
A lot of activities in one day - We had wonderful time, it was very busy day with train ride, boat ride, ferry ride & Ã lot of going going going. I think this tour for younger people. Our guide Mira was very sweet & we got all information what we need. We saw a lot in one day.
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Natalie_g
May 30, 2024
Como without complexities and less crowds - Very much Worth the extra spend to tour Lake Como area for the day! Riccardo, our guide did a great job managing the complexities of train delays and tourist crowds and we were able to see all the attractions planned with just 1hr later arrival. I recommend this tour for people who want a taste of Varenna, Bellano, Bellagio and cruise on the lake. It was perfect for our family and we felt safe and in good hands.
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136jyotig
May 28, 2024
The right choice to explore Bellagio, Varenna, and Bellona! - We had an amazing experience exploring Bellagio, Varenna, and Bellona! Despite visiting three places in a single day, we did not felt fatigued or overtired . Our guide, Stefano, was not only incredibly knowledgeable but also infused the tour with his infectious sense of humor.
Initially, we debated whether to embark on this adventure independently for more flexibility, but opting for the tour turned out to be an excellent decision. The itinerary was well-crafted, and the group size was small, ensuring a personalized experience. We made the most of our time, with ample opportunities to explore each destination thoroughly. Stefano's expertise made us feel at ease throughout the journey; he recommended fantastic dining spots for lunch, took us off the beaten path to discover hidden gems, and expertly navigated us away from tourist crowds, particularly on our return to Milan.
Without a doubt, booking this tour was the right choice!
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Mlbozec
May 23, 2024
A beautiful day trip from Milan! - Oleg was our guide and he was amazing. He was extremely knowledgeable of the area and of the history. Unfortunately we had to revise the itinerary, due to train delay and weather and we were unable to see the gorge but sometimes things are being anyone's control. The small group was perfect and I highly recommend this day trip!!! Lake Como is stunning!
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721karinaf
May 19, 2024
Best!!! - I can't recommend this tour enough! The visited places were fantastic, we escaped all the crowds, and Bellano Gorge leaves you speechless. The train ride was comfortable.
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Mariedonitaannd
May 17, 2024
1000 stars - We had a great time at Bellagio, Varenna and Bellona! Though we explored 3 places in one day, we did not feel rushed. Our tour was led by Stefano, a very funny guy and ultra knowldgeble of his craft.
We were initially thinking of doing this trip on our own to have more freedom with our time, but it's a good decision booking this tour. The trip was well planned and was offered in a small group. Our time was incredibly maximized and was given ample time to look around. Stefan made us comfortable throughout the trip, gave great food suggestions for lunch, led us to non-touristy places, and helped us avoid crowds especially on the way back to Milan! Do not hesitate booking this tour!
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930annesophier
May 13, 2024
Amazing discoveries - I highly recommand the tour with Stefano. For our very first day in Italy, we discovered the Como Lake and its magnificent villages. The tour is with a small group, plenty of free time and around non-tourisic (but beautiful) spots. Stefano is really sympathetic and attentive to our needs. A very enjoyable moment!
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Sondra
May 11, 2024
Perfect day on Lake Como - We had a great trip led by Antonella. She was so sweet, friendly energetic and patient. We had 11 people in the group. Traveling by train and boat was perfect! Antonella helped us navigate the crowds and even made a lunch reservation for our group in Bellagio. The towns were lovely and we had a special treat by seeing the gorge in Bellano which is not well known to tourists. We would definitely recommend this tour as a day trip from Milan!
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Q9493xvcarolynr
May 11, 2024
Lovely experience! - This is the best way to day trip from Milan to Lake Como! I didn't have to think about train transfers or ferry tickets, it's all taken care of. You go to four amazing spots with a small group. I travelled solo so it was lovely meeting other travelers. Our guide was super sweet and knowledgeable about everything. She even got us into a great restaurant in Bellagio with the perfect view. 100% happy I went this route rather than figuring it out by myself.
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477halinad
Apr 28, 2024
The best Como lake and Bellagio tour! - Spectacular tour with an incredible tour guide, Antonella! We were only four on this tour, and she went above and beyond to make sure we all had a great time.
The itinerary is perfect: we visited the "must-see" places while avoiding the big tourist crowds in Bellagio and Varenna.
It was interesting to also see the non-touristy part of the lake and make a comparison with the busiest spots.
The time management is perfect: we never felt rushed.
Book this tour without hesitation; you will like it
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