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Lake Como: 3-Hour Boat Tour Balbianello/Bellagio/Varenna/Menaggio

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Book an exclusive yacht experience to discover the wonders of the most elegant of Italy’s lakes.

Enjoy breathtaking sceneries of waterfalls, villas, gardens, and historic towns, admire sights that are inaccessible by car or ferry, swim in magical waters, and taste delicious finger food accompanied by a bottle of prosecco.

Relax while the captain will take care of the boat and its guests, entertaining them with interesting stories and anecdotes on the visiting places, and making the cruise an unforgettable moment.

The tour is entirely customizable, places and duration of the stops can be arranged or planned ahead with the captain.

THE BOAT

Elegant and with an unmistakable Italian style, the Jeanneau Runabout 755 embodies the retro charm of the wooden boats of the last century. 8 meters (26.5ft) in length, it stands for its sleek lines and high levels of comfort and performance. An original day cruiser ideal for enjoying day trips without passing unnoticed.

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    Menaggio (pass by)

    One of the most picturesque villages of Lake Como, Menaggio is an enchanting destination offering visitors a perfect mix of natural beauty and historical charm. With a rich history and incredible natural environment, this location offers unforgettable experiences for visitors.
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    Varenna (pass by)

    Charming spot on the banks of the Lecco branch, characterised by the unmistakable pastel-colored houses and by its narrow streets steeply descending towards the lake.
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    Borgo di Pescallo (pass by)

    Located southeast of the Bellagio promontory, overlooking the Lecco branch of Lake Como, Pescallo is an ancient little fishing village nestled between the green and the lake, with a truly enchanting landscape looking like a postcard.
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    Bellagio (pass by)

    Named "The Pearl of the Lake", and located in the center of the lake, Bellagio is known for the narrow-stepped alleys, passages and arcades, local craft shops. Two famous landmarks are Villa Melzi, open to public, and Villa Serbelloni, illustrious 5-star hotel chosen by Winston Churchill, Roosevelt, the Rothschilds, J.F. Kennedy, Clark Gable and Al Pacino.
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    I Giardini Di Villa Melzi (pass by)

    Built in 1808-10 for Duke Francesco Melzi d’Eril , Vice-president of Napoleon’s Italian Republic, this elegant and sober villa and its gardens are a splendid expression of the Neoclassical style and have been declared a national monument. Among the artists contributing to the decoration sculptor Antonio Canova and botanist Luigi Villoresi, who shaped the park of the Royal Villa of Monza.
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    Laglio (pass by)

    A charming village famous for the several villas - including most famous George Clooney's Villa Oleandra - and the historic Cantiere Ernesto Riva, a shipyard crafting wooden boat since 1771. The tour will continue through Brienno, Argegno, Colonno and Sala Comacina.
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    Nesso (pass by)

    The iconic spot with the waterfall and the Civera, a bridge of medieval origin conneting the two sides of the gorge. A natural canyon in the rocks, dug by two rivers that confluence there, where the strength of the water through the centuries has opened a deep break in the stone resulting in a 200m-high waterfall and making it a marvelous place for swimming.
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    Lenno (pass by)

    An elegant village nestled in a natural bay - nicknamed “Gulf of Venus” (“Golfo di Venere”) for its undisputed beauty - washed by calm waters and kissed by the sun all day, surrounded by olive trees and tons of other luxuriant Mediterranean essences.
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    Isola Comacina (pass by)

    The one and only island on the lake, it is separated from the mainland by the “Zoca de l’Oli”, a stretch of crystalline waters that is the perfect spot for swimming or sipping a glass of prosecco in total tranquillity.
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    Tremezzo (pass by)

    A picturesque village overlooking Bellagio and famous for the Grand Hotel Tremezzo, a 5 star luxury hotel, and Villa Carlotta, a villa open to public, with one of the most beautiful garden of all Italy.
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    Menaggio (pass by)

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    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Pickup and drop off other than the standard meeting point are always available. contact us for details.

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    Q: Will I get seasick on Lake Como: 3-Hour Boat Tour Balbianello/Bellagio/Varenna/Menaggio?

    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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