Recently Viewed
Lake Como Tour: Hidden Gems and Scenic Villages
4.9
52 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.
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:
24 hours
Highlights
- Bellagio - Discover one of the most renowned villages on Lake Como. Bellagio is a popular spot for the affluent and celebrities. Enjoy plenty of free time to explore Bellagio’s main attractions before the lunchtime crowds arrive. Admire the luxurious villas, such as Villa Melzi, which once hosted notable figures like Napoleon Bonaparte, Franz…
- Bellagio - Discover one of the most renowned villages on Lake Como. Bellagio is a popular spot for the affluent and celebrities. Enjoy plenty of free time to explore Bellagio’s main attractions before the lunchtime crowds arrive. Admire the luxurious villas, such as Villa Melzi, which once hosted notable figures like Napoleon Bonaparte, Franz Liszt, and Stendhal, along with its beautiful gardens.
- Varenna - Varenna is the picturesque village of Lake Como often featured on postcards and in Lake Como advertisements. Wander through the enchanting cobblestone streets, indulge in delightful handmade ice cream, and capture numerous Instagram-worthy photos on the Walk of Lovers path that stretches over the water.
- Como - Explore the largest town on Lake Como.
- Province of Como - Enjoy a boat cruise.
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 (or Boat cruise November - March)
- 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 (or Boat cruise November - March)
What's Not Included
- Lunch
- Lunch
Additional Information
Join a small, semi-private group of up to 12 individuals and explore Bellagio, Varenna, and Como town with a knowledgeable English-speaking guide.
Begin your journey in Milan and arrive at Lake Como in just one hour. Enjoy a leisurely 2-hour boat cruise while taking in the stunning mountains and charming villas.
This ideal Lake Como itinerary is designed…
Join a small, semi-private group of up to 12 individuals and explore Bellagio, Varenna, and Como town with a knowledgeable English-speaking guide.
Begin your journey in Milan and arrive at Lake Como in just one hour. Enjoy a leisurely 2-hour boat cruise while taking in the stunning mountains and charming villas.
This ideal Lake Como itinerary is designed by an expert tour guide who has conducted over 500 tours of Lake Como, catering to groups of 57 people and even YouTube celebrities.
Discover the two most popular villages on Lake Como and uncover two hidden gems away from the usual tourist paths. Experience breathtaking locations. Our tour is conducted by train, ensuring a traffic-free and faster journey compared to traveling by bus.
There will be ample time to explore all destinations.
The Bellano Gorge is open to visitors during the high season, from mid-March to the end of October. From November to March, Como town is visited instead of Bellano.
- 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
Piazza Duca d'Aosta
!IMPORTANT: SEPTEMBER - END OF APRIL THE MEETING TIME IS 8:50
MAY - END OF AUGUST THE MEETING IS 8:00
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.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.9
(52 Ratings)
5 stars
4 stars
3 stars
2 stars
1 star
Mehdiaj4983tz
Oct 8, 2024
Visiting Lake Como from Milan - A wonderful and enjoyable day to visit different areas around lake Como. A small group of friendly travelers, guided by Alessandro our knowledgeable tour guid. This tour is the most efficient way to see that area traveling from Milan. The area around lake Como is beautiful and worth visiting and we really enjoyed the trip.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Joy_p
Oct 5, 2024
Fabulous tour - Best day ever! Chiara was charming, attentive and informative. The tour was wonderful and included a variety of activities and conveyances! A first class train ride from Milan to Varenna, a ferry to Bellagio, a hydrofoil to Bellano and a return train to Milan. The Bellano Gorge was a highlight! Absolutely stunning! Explored the Marketplace in the Centrale Statzione at our guides recommendation and it was amazing! Fabulous day all around!
Review provided by Viator
Chavabienoui
Sep 18, 2024
Great day 😎 - Thank you Chiara to have helped me to practise my english! Your english IS perfect! I had the opportunity to live a beautiful day with a small group of 6 people and discover beautiful places around the lake thanks to the wise advice and kindness of our Guide! A nice atmosphere, friendly and beautiful international meetings 👍😄 great!
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Colleenwd1314il
Sep 11, 2024
Great day in Como! - This tour is the BEST one by far! Andy couldn’t have been a better guide and leader!
Being from NYC I didn’t not want to be on a “traditional” tour with a flag and headphones. This was a unique tour where a small group travels together and Andy was great in giving tips and options for when we wondered into the smaller towns of Como area and setting meeting points.
If I could give this tour 10 stars I would! Best day in Lake Como, Bellagio, Verenna, Bellamo. Beautiful views!
Thank you for a great day!
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Walfordloretta
Sep 9, 2024
Abroads Small Group tour to Lake Come... - Andy, our guide, was generous in sharing information which enhanced our experience. Abroads Tours' concept of small group made our experience most enjoyable notwithstanding the inclement weather, specially in Bellagio.
We booked through Viator...
Review provided by Viator
Stay48794605698
Sep 6, 2024
Great time! - Andy (Andrea) was an amazing tour guide! He was extremely knowledgeable about the Lake Como area, Milan, and overall Italy. He had excellent recommendations and we loved all his stories. We had a small tour of 7 people and made several stops (both picturesque tourist spots and quiet local areas) with plenty of time at each stop. Started in Milan, then Lucca, Bellagio, Varenna, and Bellano gorge. Would highly recommend Andy and the Abroads Tours company!
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Kertrina_m
Sep 5, 2024
Amazing - Our guide Chiara was an absolute joy to spend the day with. She was very knowledgeable about the area, personable, and fun to hang out with. She made the day flow flawlessly. Having all the transportation arranged for the group was priceless (no stress!) Thanks for all the tips for our continued adventures in Italy!
Review provided by Viator
Elannon28
Aug 18, 2024
Best option for a daytrip of Lake Como! - This was an excellent way to spent a day touring the villages of Bellagio and Varenna on Lake Como. I chose this tour because of the small group size (maybe 13?) and strong recommendations of the guides.
Our guide Chiara was friendly, very organized and helpful in arranging our group’s transport on the ferry and trains to reach each destination. I appreciated hearing her knowledge and tips of the area! One feedback is to skip Bellona and spend more time in Bellagio so we could have more time to walk around. Otherwise, an excellent daytrip - highly recommend!
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Jeanne_s
Jul 25, 2024
Great tour with a great guide - We had an amazing excursion to Lake Como from Milan with our tour guide, Andy (Andrea). He was incredibly friendly, knowledgeable, and engaging throughout the entire trip. We learned so much about Italy, Milan, and Lake Como, and his passion for the area really shone through.
The tour itself was fantastic, offering a perfect way to experience Lake Como in just one day. We especially enjoyed our time in Varenna! We were part of a nice small group, which allowed us to get to know each other and made the experience even more enjoyable. Spending the day with Andy was a highlight of our trip. Highly recommend this tour!
Review provided by Viator
Melissa_w
Aug 13, 2024
Not in August - Definitely not in August when all the Milanese migrate for their holidays to the lake. We were unable to take the first boat because it was was full. The guide had to rearrange the order of the tour which was understandably difficult. Both the train and boat rides were extremely full, forcing many passengers to stand or sit on the floor in the unbearable heat.
Review provided by Viator
