Small-Group Lake Como Experience with Boat and Van from Milan
Description
A very Small-Group tour departing from Milan Central station for the transfer, either by train or by minibus, to Lake Como where we take a short walk in the charming village of Varenna and adjacent area. Afterwards we experience a 15 minutes public ferry boat cruise for another perspective of this landscapes beauty heading first to Bellagio, the "pearl of the Lake" and then to Menaggio (free time for lunch, at your own expense)! Getting back in our minivan we drive along a panoramic section of the lake shore with spectacular view and after that we explore the nearby off-the-beaten-path region nestled in the breathtaking Alps mountains where sometimes we are able to do a short visit of a small local farmer or producer. Finally we will drive along another section of the Lake and at some point we take the train for the return to Milan Central station.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Local train ride from Milan
Visit of the charming little town of Varenna and surrounding!
Ferry boat ride!!
Explore this well-known town, the "pearl" of the Lake!
Ferry boat ride!!
Free time for your own lunch and a short walk
Driving along part of the panoramic Lake shore with a short stop
Short detour to this off-the-beaten-path region just next to the Lake
If available, visit of either a local farmer or a cheese shop
Driving along another part of the Lake shore
Local train ride back to Milan Central station
Highlights
What's included
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- 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
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Minimum age is 12 years
- BEING WALKING AND SOME STAIRS INVOLVED CLIENTS MUST BE IN GOOD PHYSICAL CONDITION. -----------------------------------------------WE ARE GLAD TO OFFER SUGGESTIONS, BUT WE ARE NOT INVOLVED IN TRANSPORTING YOU FROM YOUR ACCOMMODATION TO OUR MEETING POINTS. YOU WILL BE RESPONSIBLE IF YOU MISS THE ESTABLISHED TOUR DEPARTURE TIME
Reviews(230)
This was such a wonderful experience! I was incredibly thankful that I booked this trip over attempting to manage it myself; we also saw way more than we would on our own anyways! The wine and cheese cellar tours at the end really made the end of the tour unique and wrapped up very nicely. I would definitely book this again!
Luca was our guide. The fact that he was a local resident added much to the day. Very varied places with much local knowledge was wonderful. We had only five people in our group, just perfect. Luca showed us the lake and villages with some personal touches. His English was perfect (he lived in the DC area for a number of years)
We could not be more grateful for the service we received; our guide was Lucca and the truth is that I would repeat the entire experience.
The entire experience was wonderful. I loved every moment, from the departure to the return. Luca knows the best places for taking photos and finding great food. He was also incredibly kind throughout the trip, answered every question we had, and was always attentive and friendly. Paola, who took us to the train station in Milan, was also very kind. I truly enjoyed the experience and highly recommend it!!
I had a fantastic day with a great small group to share the experience of Lago di Como. A big thank you to Luca for being a wonderful tour guide. He is friendly, knowledgeable and made the whole experience memorable. Highly recommend tour!
Oh my gosh! This tour was completely unexpectedly amazingly beautiful. Our family were on our 3rd week in Europe and final tour of Italy. Guilia was the best tour guide we could have gotten, and since she is a local in one of the villages at Lake Como, we hit the jackpot. She took us on the best VIP tour around Lake Como and some of the local small villages. We skipped the lines at the ferries and had. A private van with an amazing driver. This was our 14th tour, and by far was the best . Gulia had recommendations for places to eat, places to go to beat the crowds, and the most amazing views in Lake Como. If you go on a tour at all, make sure it’s with Guilia and Luca. You will thank me, and if you see her tel her hello from the Pedroso Family.
I had a wonderful experience with Luca having a day trip to Lake Como. It was very well organized and went smoothly without rush. I liked that there was a small group of 6 people only. With Luca we skipped all the crowds during onboarding and offboarding 2 ferries, he drove us to the best view points and, told the stories about local villages. We visited a local family business where they produce local cheese and age wines. You could buy many other things there. We also had restaurants recommendations in the stop points where everyone could choose a restaurant based on their gastronomy tastes. I highly recommend this excursion.
If you're looking for the perfect way to experience Lake Como, book a tour with Luca! From the moment he picked us up in Milan until he dropped us back off, everything was thoughtfully planned and personalized. Luca took us all around Lake Como, visiting beautiful towns by ferry and giving us plenty of time to explore each one at our own pace. Along the way, he shared fascinating history, local culture, and stories that made every stop even more meaningful. He also took us to hidden gems we never would have found on our own, including watching homemade polenta being made, a truly authentic Italian experience. When the trains were unexpectedly down, Luca and the team went above and beyond by driving us all the way back to Milan. This tour was a carefully curated and unforgettable experience that let us see the very best of Lake Como. Luca's knowledge, kindness, and attention to detail made this the highlight of our trip to Italy. Without a doubt, Luca is the best tour guide l've ever had. I can't recommend him highly enough!
Very good, the lake is beautiful. Lucca is an excellent guide.
Luca was an incredible guide. He went out of his way to make sure we saw most of Lake Como. I highly recommend doing this tour with Lucca as you get off the beating path and see unique things around the lake. 5 stars all the way!
