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Lake Como: Your Private One Day Cruise

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You're the one who made your day. Choose the villages you want to visit and the coves to linger in. It's not just a boat trip; it's a fully customizable private oasis for your group of up to 7 people. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion, planning a romantic wedding proposal or just making a dream come true, we offer you the luxury of time and privacy of a private boat.

Iconic movie spots: Navigate past the atmospheric Villa del Balbianello (seen in Star Wars and the James Bond movies) and capture the perfect Hollywood-style shot.

Hidden treasures: Visit secret waterfalls and charming ancient fishing villages, unreachable for large tourist boats.

Expert Navigation: Relax while your local captain takes care of logistics, telling you anecdotes and pointing out the best spots for your photographs.

What's Included

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

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    Lake Como

    Plan your perfect day: experience the charm and tranquility of Lake Como exactly as it should be seen: from the deck of your private boat. Nestled at the foot of the picturesque Alps, Lake Como is a masterpiece of natural beauty and architectural history. This private rental allows you to immerse yourself in such beauty without the rush of a predetermined schedule.
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    8 hours • Admission Ticket Free

    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, sightseeing, 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, sightseeing, 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 Dr. Mantegazza from Como, today it belongs to the Australian magnate Richard Branson, English entrepreneur and Owner of the Virgin Group Brand. Photo stop optional, leisure time, sightseeing, passage, panoramic views along the way.
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    Villa del Balbiano - Complesso Architettonico di Ossuccio (ante 1778) (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, sightseeing, passage, panoramic views along the way.
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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, sightseeing, passage, panoramic views along the way.
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    Bellagio (pass by)

    The pearl of Lake Como, situated in a spectacular position exactly at the intersection of the two inner branches of the lake, famous for its 5-star hotels such as Villa Serbelloni. Photo stop optional, leisure time, sightseeing, 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, sightseeing, 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 scenes for the movie “ Gucci” starring Lady Gaga. Photo stop optional, leisure time, sightseeing, 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, sightseeing, passage, panoramic views along the way.
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    The Spa at 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, sightseeing, 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, the architect Daniel Libeskind in 2015 dedicates his famous monument “the life Electric” Optional photographic stop, 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, sightseeing, passage, panoramic views along the way.
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    Cernobbio (pass by)

    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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    Moltrasio (pass by)

    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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    Villa Le Fontanelle (pass by)

    In the 1970s it was bought by Italian designer Gianni Versace, founder of the iconic Versace fashion house. Photo stop optional, leisure time, sightseeing, passage, panoramic views along the way.
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    Laglio (pass by)

    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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    Torno (pass by)

    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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    Lenno (pass by)

    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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    Nesso (pass by)

    We see the spectacular waterfall called Orrido di Nesso – a small village famous because a spectacular waterfall flows from the heart of its land with a drop of over 200 meters.
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    Tremezzo (pass by)

    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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    Blevio (pass by)

    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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    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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    Q: Will I get seasick on Lake Como: Your Private One Day Cruise?

    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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