Lake Como: Private Charter – Two Villas & Two Villages
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At a glance
- Duration
- 8–9 hours
- Price from
- $5,320 / person
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation
- Meeting point
- Meeting Point: Piazza Cavour 26, Como Number 26 is a building — we’ll be outside, in front. Face the lake, head to the right side of the square, between Bar Touring and Hotel Vista. ️ Google Maps: Piazza Cavour 26, Como Please arrive 10 minutes early. Thank you!
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Description
Experience the essence of Lake Como on a full-day private guided tour that reveals its most iconic villas and timeless villages. Departing from Como in the morning, cruise with your private skipper and local guide across the lake’s shimmering waters, discovering landscapes and stories that define this remarkable place. Visit two of its most celebrated villas—Villa del Balbianello in Lenno and Villa Melzi in Bellagio. When Balbianello is closed (Monday & Wednesday), the visit is replaced with Villa Monastero in Varenna.Between visits, enjoy relaxed moments on board and time to explore lakeside towns at your own pace. Throughout the day, your guide shares insight into Lake Como’s culture, art, and heritage, offering a deeply personal way to experience the lake and its surroundings.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Meet your private skipper and local guide in Como for a short introduction before boarding your private boat. As the morning light reflects on the water, begin your navigation north through elegant lakeside villages and grand villas.
Reach Bellagio, the “Pearl of the Lake,” in the peaceful early hours before the crowds. Your guide leads you through narrow cobbled alleys, small boutiques, and panoramic terraces that overlook both southern branches of the lake.
Enjoy a guided visit of the Villa Melzi gardens, a refined example of early 19th-century design with sculptures, exotic trees, and graceful paths along the shoreline. The ticket includes access to the Gardens, Chapel, and Museum, offering a serene walk among art and nature. Notes Villa Melzi: The villa is a private residence. The ticket includes access to the Gardens, Chapel, and Museum, offering a serene walk among sculptures and lakefront paths.
Take time to relax and enjoy lunch at one of Bellagio’s lakefront restaurants, where your guide can recommend local dishes and scenic spots. This is a moment to unwind and take in the atmosphere of village life.
After lunch, continue across the lake to your second villa visit. On most days, explore Villa del Balbianello in Lenno, a masterpiece of elegance surrounded by terraced gardens. When Balbianello is closed (Monday & Wednesday), the itinerary includes Villa Monastero in Varenna, known for its neoclassical architecture and botanical gardens. Note: - Villa del Balbianello: Interior visits are managed directly by the villa. We will do our best to reserve entry in advance, but availability is limited and often sells out several days or weeks ahead. When interior access is unavailable, the visit focuses on the panoramic gardens and terraces, famous for their appearances in films such as Star Wars: Episode II – Attack of the Clones and Casino Royale.
Relax on board as you cruise back to Como, passing charming villages and lakefront villas in the golden afternoon light. Your guide concludes the tour with final insights and local recommendations for your stay.
Highlights
Whisper audio system provided to clearly hear the guide throughout the tour.
Two villages. Two villas. One unforgettable day on the lake.
Admissions to Villa Melzi, Villa del Balbianello or Villa Monastero
Transportation by private boat reserved exclusively for you.
Professional guide. This tour is conducted in English. GER, FRE, RUS, ITA on request.
What's included
Included
Whisper audio system provided to clearly hear the guide throughout the tour.
Two villages. Two villas. One unforgettable day on the lake.
Admissions to Villa Melzi, Villa del Balbianello or Villa Monastero
Transportation by private boat reserved exclusively for you.
Professional guide. This tour is conducted in English. GER, FRE, RUS, ITA on request.
Not included
Villa Melzi interiors not open to the public (ticket covers Gardens, Chapel, and Museum).
Villa del Balbianello interior visit not guaranteed; if closed, the visit covers the gardens.
Lunch is not included in the tour to provide you with flexibility, but we can make reservations.
Pick-up or drop-off, guests must reach the meeting point on their own.
Important Information
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
- Villa del Balbianello interior access is not guaranteed; when closed (Monday & Wednesday) or sold out, the visit is replaced with Villa Monastero in Varenna. Villa Melzi is a private residence; the ticket includes the Gardens, Chapel, and Museum only. Departure and visit times may vary slightly depending on lake conditions and villa schedules.
- Not recommended for travelers with limited mobility, leg problems, elderly participants, or young children.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Lake Como: Private Charter – Two Villas & Two Villages take?
Lake Como: Private Charter – Two Villas & Two Villages lasts about 8–9 hours. The itinerary has 6 stops.
How much does Lake Como: Private Charter – Two Villas & Two Villages cost?
Prices start at $5,320 per person for this Lake Como experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Can I cancel Lake Como: Private Charter – Two Villas & Two Villages for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Meeting Point: Piazza Cavour 26, Como Number 26 is a building — we’ll be outside, in front. Face the lake, head to the right side of the square, between Bar Touring and Hotel Vista. ️ Google Maps: Piazza Cavour 26, Como Please arrive 10 minutes early. Thank you!. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Lake Como: Private Charter – Two Villas & Two Villages offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap Not recommended for travelers with limited mobility, leg problems, elderly participants, or young children.
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Not recommended for travelers with limited mobility, leg problems, elderly participants, or young children.
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