Guided e-bike tour on Lake Como
Description
The tour will allow you to enjoy the splendid view of glimpses of Lake Como that you would otherwise not see if you traveled by car or bus, forced to travel through the tunnels of the state road. With e-bikes, on the other hand, you can cover large stretches of road facing the shores of the lake, allowing for a wonderful view. The tour starts from Menaggio, a splendid village on Lake Como, easily reachable by car or public transport, from which it is possible to see the splendid Bellagio on the opposite shore of the lake. After this relaxing journey along the shores of the lake it will be possible to enjoy the beaches of Dongo, Gravedona or Domaso and if the season and temperatures allow it, you can dive into the waters of Lake Como to refresh yourself. After the break, there will be the possibility to have lunch in one of the characteristic restaurants found on the road towards Garzeno. We are waiting for you for a tour full of emotions and which can leave you with a beautiful memory of our beloved lake.
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Itinerary
Menaggio is the starting point of the tour. At the meeting point indicated, Dante will be present, who will welcome you and begin to distribute the equipment (helmets, padlocks, lights) and to deliver their e-bike to each person, helping them to configure the set-up in order to make it as comfortable as possible and as easy as possible. Afterwards there will be a briefing in which Dante will explain how the e-bikes work and how the tour will develop. After the briefing, the route begins which will allow you to enjoy the splendid view of glimpses of Lake Como that you would otherwise not see if you traveled by car or bus, forced to travel through the tunnels of the state road. The route develops on a paved road that runs along the beautiful Lake Como and that will let you enjoy a splendid view that will take your breath away. Furthermore, from Menaggio it is possible to see the splendid Bellagio, located exactly opposite on the opposite side of the lake.
Dongo is the arrival point of the tour, it is a beautiful village located on top of Lake Como, where it reaches its maximum width and from where it is possible to see the majestic mountains that surround Lake Como. After this relaxing journey it will be possible to enjoy the beaches of Dongo, Gravedona or Domaso and if the season and temperatures allow it you can dive to cool off in the waters of Lake Como. After the break, there will be the opportunity to have lunch at one of the characteristic restaurants located on the road to Garzeno, where you can taste local specialties such as missoltini (typical fish of Lake Como), risotto with perch and other specialities. or you can enjoy traditional Italian cuisine (pizza, pasta, etc.) Note: Remaining time is for round-trip transportation and time spent between attractions and leisure.
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The e-bikes have only one size, they are suitable for anyone with a minimum height of 155 cm, regardless of age.
Reviews(92)
This e-bike tour was a wonderful experience for our family of four (two of whom seldom bike). Our guide Dante was outstanding. He led us expertly on the paved trails and roads along the lakeside and up to an amazing mountain lunch we would have otherwise never experienced. Bikes and sights were great and Dante made it special.
A great bike ride with Guide/Owner Mr Dante. The bike ride took us up and down the lake, passing the villa used in James Bond's "Casino Royale". The best part was that Dante took us up to a local Italian restaurant WITH A VIEW!! And great food. The ride was approx. 36 km long, but it was on e-bikes, which made it easy. My 12 yrs and 14 yrs old sons were with me. I can highly recommend this with Dante. Top Notch!
Great experience from beginning to end. It was easy to meet up and communicate with Dante, which isn’t always the case when booking other tours around the lake. This tour is the best way to see the North side of the lake, away from tourists and crowds. We rode through parts of the lake that you wouldn’t be able to see traveling by car that were incredibly charming and beautiful. We stopped at famous villas, stunning viewpoints, and we even had the opportunity to take a swim. We continued to ride up the mountain and had a delicious lunch and were able to enjoy an intimate meal and get to know Dante a little more. I truly appreciated experiencing the authentic culture of the Dongo village. We arrived to a warm welcome and he made sure we were well taken care of throughout the meal. Although we rode through many parks and used bike lanes along the way, there was quite a bit of cycling along the rode. Dante led the way and took great care in making sure we always felt safe. He knows the roads and terrain well and it shows. I am by no means an experienced cyclist and although I felt challenged along the way, I always felt safe. He actually inspired me to get the bikes back out at home and get to exploring!
Dante was a friendly and thoughtful guide. The ~20 mile route was accessible for a family with teens some of whom don't cycle much ordinarily. The e bikes meant we could cope with the 31 Deg C heat OK. Overall, a very enjoyable day. Restaurant mainly did Polenta but you could get pasta if you asked.
This was a lovely tour along the coast of Lake Como. Dante and his wife Patrizia made sure to show us all the beauty up the lake coast and into the hills of lake Como, without any rush, and kept us safe.
Great way to see a lot of things. Dante and his lovely wife were great guides and we certainly saw things we would not have if we'd just rented a bike and winged it. The restaurant he recommended for lunch had one of the best views you could imagine too. Really great way to see the Western coast of the lake. Highly recommended.
We thoroughly enjoyed our tour with Dante, who was the most gracious host. The e-bikes were great fun to use and the perfect way to see beautiful views of the lake and towns leading up to Dongo. Dante took us to a traditional Italian restaurant for lunch with stunning views over the lake - an experience we wouldn't otherwise have had. Thank you Dante for looking after us so well and for all the interesting facts and points of interest along the way. Would highly recommend this tour - a great way to explore Lake Como as a family.
Dante was excellent! The 20 mile E bike ride was not difficult and among the most scenic on the lake front. He retrieved us five minutes after getting off the ferry and promptly fit our bikes. We met the other couple on the tour and we were off! Just a magnificent plethora of gorgeous vistas. relax and stop for pictures if you like.We had a quick stop for antipasto meats, and cheese (you don’t have to go fullbore on lunch) at Grotto restaurant. Start back and stop for a beer in Dongo on the waterfront if you like. Then back to Menaggio. Great trip! Dante speaks English well enough, but it’s not going to be conversations😍 highly recommend and willing to adjust to whatever you’d like to see
A great day on e-bikes up the west coast from Menaggio to Dongo near the top of the lake. Mostly on bike / pedestrian paths all the way to Dongo (more on the roads on return journey) Beautiful scenery & peaceful. Dante was an excellent guide pointing out sights along the way. We had a very nice 'homely' lunch in a great restaurant UP the hill in Dongo - easy on e-bikes. The bikes were great. Take water - can refill en-route. Very good communication with Dante before our ride & very precise meeting point. An excellent day. Thank you 👍😊
We had such an amazing time biking around Lake Como with Dante! He was so kind and patient and let us on a great adventure. Definitely recommend!
