Como, Bellagio & Varenna: Small Group from Milan, Villas Cruise
Overview
Lake Como is one of Italy's most beautiful corners — but in summer, the wrong timing means hours lost in ferry queues.
This small-group tour (max 15) is planned by a guide who knows exactly when and where the crowds hit, so you reach Varenna in the morning while it's still quiet and explore Bellagio at its best.
On the cruise from Bellagio to Como, you'll see Lake Como's most famous villas from the water — George Clooney's home, Versace's villa, Villa Passalacqua (voted the world's best boutique hotel), and the villas from House of Gucci, The Devil Wears Prada 2, James Bond and Star Wars — as your guide points out the stories behind each one.
In Bellagio you can also visit Villa Melzi, one of the lake's most spectacular gardens (entrance not included, on your own).
Your train and skip-the-line boarding are arranged for you. End your day free to stay for dinner by the lake, ride the funicular up for sunset over Como (on your own), or head back to Milan with your guide.
What's Included
- Skip-the-line ferry tickets and guaranteed, pre-booked seats on the boat cruise
- First-class train tickets (Milan ⇆ Lake Como)
- Radio whispering system (if necessary)
- ✅ Small group, capped at 15 — never a big bus or a crowd to follow
- A balanced day: guided touring plus free time to explore on your own
- Professional, English-speaking local guide with you all day
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Private luxury wooden boat — available as a private upgrade on request (not part of this tour)
- Lunch and drinks — your guide will point you to the best lake-view spots in Bellagio
Meeting Location
Piazza Duca d'Aosta
14, 20124 Milano MI, Italy
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Varenna
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Bellagio
2 hours • Admission Ticket Free
Lake Como
2 hours • Admission Ticket Free
Villa Carlotta (pass by)
Villa Del Balbianello (pass by)
Villa del Balbiano - Complesso Architettonico di Ossuccio (ante 1778) (pass by)
Laglio (pass by)
Villa Erba (pass by)
Villa Passalacqua (pass by)
Cernobbio (pass by)
Orrido Di Nesso (pass by)
Villa Le Fontanelle (pass by)
Additional Info
- 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 spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
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Activity code: C-362653P4
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