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Wonderful, relaxing morning.
Marco was wonderful!! Coordinated pickup at our hotel dock due to boat race. Very friendly and knowledgeable. I wished we had time to explore more than 2 hours and do an afternoon experience…next time!
Lake Como Private Cruise: The Real Local Experience
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At a glance
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Price from
- $308 / person
- Location
- Lake Como, Italy
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 462 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- HERCULES
- Meeting point
- Meet directly at the floating dock on the side of Villa Margherita (Villa Geno), the speedboat has the code: Hercules Lake Como on its side.
Description
The captains, Marco, Stefano and Alice with their speedboats, will make your tour on Lake Como unique, you will be able to enjoy the anecdotes and stories experienced on the Lake by famous people. You can take a refreshing bath or a pleasant aperitif. All always in total safety. We are waiting for you!
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 9 times a day, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
- Next available
- Thu, Oct 15
- Group price
- $308 per group of up to 5
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
Out at sunset: the 4:00 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 5:19 PM in the coming weeks.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 13.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Como
We will leave from the pier in Como, in front of the Bar Lario. As soon as you leave you can admire "The Life Electric" designed by the architect Libeskind. We will continue on the western shore of the lake up to Villa Olmo, a Neoclassical villa with a wonderful park and Italian garden.
Cernobbio
We will then arrive in Cernobbio, which with Villa Erba, the home of Luchino Visconti, the famous Italian director, and Villa d'Este, currently one of the best hotels in the world, create a truly suggestive Skyline. After the gulf of Cernobbio you can admire Villa Le Fontanelle, which was the home of Gianni Versace.
Moltrasio
Continuing on the western shore of the lake we will reach Moltrasio and Carate Urio with their wonderful private villas directly overlooking the lake.
Laglio
We will then reach Laglio, a lakeside town chosen by George Clooney, who animates the international jet set from his Villa Oleandra.
Argegno
We will then continue towards Argegno, a splendid fishing village.
Orrido Di Nesso
At this point of our journey we will cross the lake to take us to the eastern shore to admire the ravine of Nesso, a rock gorge formed by the confluence of two streams which, with its natural waterfall, is dominated by the Civera bridge. It will be possible to swim and dive into the lake from the bridge.
Torno
We will continue towards the Villa Pliniana which overlooks the lake, where it will be possible to take a regenerating swim in the lake.
Torno
We will then admire the village of Torno which leaps directly onto the lake. Continuing towards Como we will then be able to admire the Mandarin Oriental Hotel.
Villa Troubetzkoy
The visit will end with a tour in front of the very special Villa Troubetzkoy.
Como
At the end of our tour you will be able to admire viale Geno di Como, with its marvelous city villas. Drop offs.
What's included
Included
Life jackets
Bottled water
Fuel
Soft drinks
Prosecco, Beer
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
462 reviews
How it compares in Lake Como
- No. 8 by number of reviews among 763 tours in Lake Como
Excurgo comparison of 763 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Small pets are allowed Pets allowed
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Lake Como Private Cruise: The Real Local Experience take?
Lake Como Private Cruise: The Real Local Experience lasts about 2 hours. The itinerary has 10 stops.
How much does Lake Como Private Cruise: The Real Local Experience cost?
Prices start at $308 per person for this Lake Como experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 4 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Lake Como Private Cruise: The Real Local Experience run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 9 departures a day between 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM.
Can I cancel Lake Como Private Cruise: The Real Local Experience 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 Meet directly at the floating dock on the side of Villa Margherita (Villa Geno), the speedboat has the code: Hercules Lake Como on its side. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Lake Como Private Cruise: The Real Local Experience 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 Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Lake Como Private Cruise: The Real Local Experience worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 462 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by HERCULES.
Reviews(462)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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Great experience
By no means are these trips cheap but the guide made it memorable and her passion for the local area could be felt in her delivery she was a part of a memory that will last forever so i really appreciate her for that The boat was pristine and well looked after and the experience went just as i imagined
Operator response
Thank you so much it was a real pleasure to do this tour with you! We hope to see you soon! Marco & Stefano.
G
Amazing return trip - highlight of Como
My husband and I returned to Lake Como two years after our honeymoon and had such a wonderful experience with Hercules boat tours the first time around we decided to book another tour and once again it was the highlight of our trip. Booking direct was straightforward and instructions to the pick up point were clear. The trip itself was fantastic, Marcos was very friendly and professional, and he was a delightful Captain. Marcos asked us if we wanted to know anything different or see anything specific given we had been before, but we were happy to be guided by him and although technically it was the same trip we had booked the first time, we still learned new information and it felt like a very separate and unique experience. The boat is comfortable and wouldn't hesitate to book again. Our tour was 2 hours and was the perfect length to get a wonderful feel for the lake and see some key sights. We feel the price is very fair for the luxury and personal experience. Prosecco on board is a lovely touch. Cannot recommend enough.
Operator response
Thank you so much it was a real pleasure to do this tour with you! We hope to see you soon! Marco & Stefano.
O
truly a great experience
ally was our captain and she was simply incredible. we had a wonderful time seeing so many different areas of the lake and she was so knowledgeable. smooth sailing, excellent conversation, just an all around amazing excursion. i highly recommend!!!
Operator response
Thank you so much it was a real pleasure to do this tour with you! We hope to see you soon! Marco & Stefano.
M
Andrea made the experience excellent
Andrea was so lovely! She took us on a beautiful tour and was so sweet and patient with us. The boat was perfect for 4 people. We got some great pictures and we definitely recommend this to everyone
Operator response
Thank you so much it was a real pleasure to do this tour with you! We hope to see you soon! Marco & Stefano.
M
Saw all the big villas on the Lake
Nice young guide/captain with good local knowledge Needed bigger variety of drinks on board Saw all the big villas close up
Operator response
Thank you so much it was a real pleasure to do this tour with you! We hope to see you soon! Marco & Stefano.
D
This tour was perfect for...
This tour was perfect for our limited time in Como. It stopped at all the highlights and was just beautiful. Our tour guide gave us a good recommendation for lunch and drinks which was right by the port.
Operator response
Thank you so much it was a real pleasure to do this tour with you! We hope to see you soon! Marco & Stefano.
S
Como boat ride
Nice boat and captain Knowledge and friendly Knew the area well and was enthusiastic and entertaining
Operator response
Thank you so much it was a real pleasure to do this tour with you! We hope to see you soon! Marco & Stefano.
N
The tour was great and...
The tour was great and the boat was really comfortable. We were also able to get some really good pictures.
Operator response
Thank you so much it was a real pleasure to do this tour with you! We hope to see you soon! Marco & Stefano.
P
The best way to see Lake Como
Absolutely the most spectacular way to see Lake Como! Our Captain was a fantastic host, a knowledgeable guide and ensured that we had the perfect afternoon. We absolutely couldn’t have hoped for a more perfect cruise!! Would and will highly recommend to anyone!
Operator response
Thank you so much it was a real pleasure to do this tour with you! We hope to see you soon! Marco & Stefano.
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