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Tours/Lake Como/Private Lake Como Cruise: The Real Local Experience

Private Lake Como Cruise: The Real Local Experience

5.0(466)Lake Como1–4 hours
VIATOR4.9(206)TRIPADVISOR5.0(260)
Private Lake Como Cruise: The Real Local Experience
Private Lake Como Cruise: The Real Local Experience
Private Lake Como Cruise: The Real Local Experience
Private Lake Como Cruise: The Real Local Experience
Private Lake Como Cruise: The Real Local Experience
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Private Lake Como Cruise: The Real Local Experience
Private Lake Como Cruise: The Real Local Experience
Private Lake Como Cruise: The Real Local Experience
Private Lake Como Cruise: The Real Local Experience
Private Lake Como Cruise: The Real Local Experience
Private Lake Como Cruise: The Real Local Experience
Private Lake Como Cruise: The Real Local Experience
Private Lake Como Cruise: The Real Local Experience
Private Lake Como Cruise: The Real Local Experience
Private Lake Como Cruise: The Real Local Experience
Private Lake Como Cruise: The Real Local Experience
Private Lake Como Cruise: The Real Local Experience
Private Lake Como Cruise: The Real Local Experience
Private Lake Como Cruise: The Real Local Experience
Private Lake Como Cruise: The Real Local Experience
Private Lake Como Cruise: The Real Local Experience
Private Lake Como Cruise: The Real Local Experience
Private Lake Como Cruise: The Real Local Experience
Private Lake Como Cruise: The Real Local Experience
Private Lake Como Cruise: The Real Local Experience

At a glance

Duration
1–4 hours
Price from
$308 / person
Location
Lake Como, Italy
Rating
5.0 / 5 · 466 reviews
Languages
EN
Group
Private

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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
Fri, Nov 6
Group price
$309 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 4:49 PM in the coming weeks.

From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Nov 5.

Tour Options

2 Hours Private Cruise on Lake Como with Speedboat 2 hours

Duration: 2 hours: 2 hours private boat tour

4H private boat tour 4 hours

Duration: 4 hours

1H private boat tour 1 hour

Duration: 1 hour: 1 hour private boat tour

3H private boat tour 3 hours

Duration: 3 hours

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
Pass by

We will then continue towards Argegno, a splendid fishing village.

Orrido Di Nesso
Pass by

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
15 min

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
466 reviews
5
457
4
6
3
0
2
2
1
1

How it compares in Lake Como

  • No. 8 by number of reviews among 738 tours in Lake Como
  • Price over the last 29 days: $306–$344

Excurgo comparison of 738 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 Private Lake Como Cruise: The Real Local Experience take?

Private Lake Como Cruise: The Real Local Experience lasts about 1–4 hours. The itinerary has 10 stops.

How much does Private Lake Como 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 Private Lake Como 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 Private Lake Como 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 Private Lake Como 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 5 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 Private Lake Como Cruise: The Real Local Experience worth it?

Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 466 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by HERCULES.

Reviews(466)

Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor

$308$342/ person
5.0(466)
Duration1–4 hours
LanguagesEN
ConfirmationInstant
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