Lake Como Day Tour from Como with Bellagio and Villa Balbianello
- 8 hours
- 2 languages
- Mobile ticket
Highlights
Discover the beauty of Lake Como on this full-day small-group tour from Como in a comfortable Mercedes van. Travel along the scenic western shore, passing elegant villas and charming lakeside villages such as Cernobbio (home to the famous Villa d’Este), Laglio (George Clooney’s villa), and Brienno. Stop in Sala Comacina to admire the bell tower of St. Mary Magdalene Church before continuing to Lenno. Here you will reach the stunning gardens of Villa del Balbianello and enjoy time to explore its panoramic terraces. Free time is provided for lunch at recommended lakeside restaurants. Cross the lake by public ferry to Bellagio, the “Pearl of Lake Como,” where a guided walking tour will introduce you to its cobblestone streets, elegant boutiques, and scenic viewpoints. Enjoy some free time for shopping and photos. On the return journey, drive through the mountains to Magreglio and stop at the panoramic Madonna del Ghisallo viewpoint before returning to Como.
Inclusions
What's included
- Professional English-speaking guide
- Entrance Tickets to Villa Balbianello gardens
- Transportation in comfortable Mercedes van
- Guided walking tour in Bellagio
- Public ferry ride from Cadenabbia to Bellagio
What's not
- Optional activities not listed in the itinerary
- Lunch and drinks
- Gratuities
Itinerary
Meet your guide outside Hotel Barchetta in Como and enjoy the scenic drive along the elegant western shore passing Cernobbio, Laglio (George Clooney's villa) and Brienno
Photo stop to admire the bell tower of St. Mary Magdalene Church.
Visit the beautiful gardens and panoramic terraces of Villa del Balbianello
Enjoy lunch at recommended lakeside restaurants
Cross the lake by ferry to Bellagio and enjoy a guided walking tour and free time for photos & shopping
Enjoy panoramic lake views before returning to Como
Cancellation
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Know before you go
- Meeting point
- Meet us outside Hotel Barchetta in Como. Look for a silver Mercedes Van.
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 6 travellers
- Operated by
- Taste & Travel Italy
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Free time for lunch; travelers pay for their own meals
- Comfortable walking shoes recommended for cobblestone streets and villa gardens
- Tour operates in all weather; dress accordingly
How it compares in Lake Como
- Its from-price is 86% above the median of the 145 day trips we list in Lake Como.
- It is longer than most of them.
About Lake Como
Lake Como is a deep, Y-shaped lake in Lombardy, ringed by steep green mountains, pastel villages, ornate villas and terraced gardens.
Lake Como is shaped like an upside-down Y, with three arms that meet near Bellagio. At more than 400 metres deep, it is one of the deepest lakes in Europe, held between steep wooded slopes that rise towards the Alps. Villages with painted houses and small harbours stand along the water, and a network of ferries links them, making a boat the best way to see the shoreline.
Top-ranked sights in Lake Como: Villa del Balbianello, Villa Melzi Gardens (Giardini di Villa Melzi), Como-Brunate Funicular Railway (Funicolare Como-Brunate).
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