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Half day private boat tour on Lake Como

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Overview

A private boat tour to discover the beauties of Lake Como for a group of up to 7 people.
A boat ride on Lake Como is an unforgettable experience. The lake is nestled between the Alps, the beautiful mountains that surround northern Italy and offers breathtaking views in every direction.

During the boat ride, you can stop at different points to admire the natural and historical beauty of the region. For example, you could stop at Villa del Balbianello, a splendid historic villa located on a hill, to explore its gardens and discover the panoramic view of the lake.
The real pleasure of a boat ride on Lake Como is enjoying the surrounding landscape, admiring the mountains, traditional houses and ancient villages. It would be a relaxing and enjoyable experience that will surely stay in your memory forever.

What's Included

  • Meals snacks and fruits
  • Alcoholic beverages Prosecco Italian Wine
  • Bottled water

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    Lake Como (pass by)

    Hop aboard Crissi, our elegant and powerful private motor boat, and immerse yourself in a fairytale atmosphere, turning your sightseeing trip into a true Italian fantasy. Forget crowded ferries – this is your exclusive and luxurious trip on the most beautiful lake in the world.
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    Villa d'Este (pass by)

    Historic Villa of the sixteenth century, today one of the most famous five-star luxury hotels in the world. Photo stop optional, leisure time, city tour, passage, panoramic views along the way.
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    Villa Fontanelle (pass by)

    In the 1970s it was developed by Italian designer Gianni Versace, founder of the iconic Versace fashion house. Photo stop optional, leisure time, city tour, passage, panoramic views along the way.
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    Villa Oleandra (pass by)

    Famous for having passed from the Heinz family property to the home of the well-known American actor George Clooney. Photo stop optional, leisure time, city tour, passage, panoramic views along the way.
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    Villa Pliniana (pass by)

    Historic Villa built in 1573 and famous for having inspired great scientists over time including Leonardo da Vinci. Now an exclusive location for weddings and events. Photo stop optional, leisure time, city tour, passage, panoramic views along the way.
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    Villa La Cassinella (pass by)

    Villa accessible only from the lake. Awarded among the 10 most exclusive residences in the world. Once owned by the Como architect Dr. Mantegazza, today it belongs to the Australian magnate Richard Branson, English entrepreneur and Owner of the Virgin Group brand. Photo stop optional, leisure time, city tour, passage, panoramic views along the way.
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    Villa del Balbianello (pass by)

    Wonderful residence located on the Gulf of Venus of Lenno with breathtaking panoramic views, donated by the anthropologist explorer mountaineer Guido Monzino to the Italian Environmental Fund. It has been used several times to shoot spectacular scenes of popular films such as Casino Royale, 007 and Star Wars. Photo stop optional, leisure time, city tour, passage, panoramic views along the way.
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    Bellagio (pass by)

    The pearl of Lake Como, located in a spectacular position exactly at the intersection of the two internal branches of the lake, famous for its 5-star hotels such as the Villa Serbelloni.
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    'Orrido di Nesso (pass by)

    Small village famous because from the heart of its land flows a spectacular waterfall with a jump of over 200 meters.Optional photo stop, leisure, city tour, passage, panoramic views along the way.
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    Isola Comacina (pass by)

    The one and only island of Lake Como on its territory are still visible some ruins dating back to Romanesque times. Photo stop optional, leisure time, city tour, passage, panoramic views along the way.
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    Villa Balbiano (pass by)

    Historic Villa built in the 16th century by Tolomeo Gallio. Today owned by a wealthy Russian family, it is one of the most prestigious locations for exclusive weddings. It was recently used to shoot the scene of the movie “Gucci” starring Lady Gaga. Photo stop optional, leisure time, city tour, passage, panoramic views along the way.
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    Villa Carlotta (pass by)

    Villa of the seventeenth century, famous both for the art collections kept inside but, above all, for the beautiful botanical garden that surrounds it. Photo stop optional, leisure time, city tour, passage, panoramic views along the way.
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    Mandarin Oriental, Lago di Como (pass by)

    Villa Rocca Bruna – once owned by the famous opera singer Giuditta Pasta, the building is now one of the most exclusive Resorts on Lake Como: the Mandarin Hotel Oriental. Photo stop optional, leisure time, city tour, passage, panoramic views along the way.
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    Como (pass by)

    city that was the birthplace of the famous scientist Alessandro Volta to whom, in 2015 the architect Daniel Libeskind dedicates his famous monument “the life Electric” Photo stop optional, leisure, sightseeing, passage, panoramic views along the way.
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    Villa Erba (pass by)

    is among the main symbols of the city of Como, once belonging to the Erba family and later to the great director Luchino Visconti di Modrone. Photo stop optional, leisure time, city tour, passage, panoramic views along the way.
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    Lenno

    We will see the Villa la Cassinella – a villa that can only be reached from the lake. Awarded among the 10 most exclusive residences in the world. Once owned by the Como-born architect Dr. Mantegazza, today it belongs to the Australian tycoon Richard Branson, an English entrepreneur and owner of the Virgin Group brand. We will see the Villa Balbianello – Wonderful residence located on the gulf of Venus of Lenno with a breathtaking panoramic view, donated by the mountaineer explorer anthropologist Guido Monzino to the Italian Environmental Fund. It has been used several times to shoot spectacular scenes in blockbuster films such as Casino Royale, 007 and Star Wars.
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    20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Laglio

    We will see the Villa Oleandra – famous for having passed from the property of the Heinz family to the home of the well-known American actor George Clooney.
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    20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Blevio

    We will see the Villa Rocca Bruna – once belonging to the famous opera singer Giuditta Pasta, the building today is one of the most exclusive resorts on Lake Como: the Mandarin Hotel Oriental.
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    20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Tremezzo

    We will see the Villa Carlotta – 17th century villa, famous both for the art collections kept inside but, above all, for the splendid botanical garden that surrounds it.
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    20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Cernobbio

    We will see the splendid Villa D'Este. Historical villa of the sixteenth century, today one of the most famous five-star luxury hotels in the world
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    20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Moltrasio

    We will see Villa Fontanelle. In the 1970s it was bought by the Italian designer Gianni Versace, founder of the iconic Versace fashion house.
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    20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Torno

    We will see the Villa Pliniana – historic villa built in 1573 and famous for having inspired great scientists over time including Leonardo da Vinci. Now it has become an exclusive location for weddings and events.
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    20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Operated by a business

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    Q: Will I get seasick on Half day private boat tour on Lake Como?

    A: If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy. Read more Feb 2023

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    • Mealssnacks and fruits
    • Alcoholic beveragesProsecco Italian Wine
    • Bottled water
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