Top 20 Experiences in lake como
Lake Como and Bellagio Day Trip from Milan
Take in the stunning scenery of world-famous Lake Como on this day trip from Milan, just a quick 1-hour drive away. Explore the fashionable lakeside town of Como, surrounded by snowcapped mountains and picturesque Mediterranean villas, and enjoy a breathtaking cruise along Lake Como. In the summer, dock at the enchanting village of Bellagio for free time to dine and shop; in the winter, take the funicular up to the town of Brunate ( ***) for a sweeping panorama of the city and the lake below. ***From November 18th to November 23rd the funicolar of Brunate will be closed. We will operate the tour Como and Bellagio.
Lugano, Bellagio and Cruise Experience from Como
Do not miss the opportunity to visit two countries and two lakes on a full day tour starting from Como! Firstly you will reach the lake town of Lugano in Switzerland by coach and you will have free time to visit the picturesque city center, taste some Swiss Chocolate and have lunch. Bus ride will take you the small village of Cadenabbia, where both Queen Victoria of England and Zar Nicholas of Russia used to spend some time in many years ago. From there you will take a panoramic cruise and you will reach Bellagio, called the “pearl of Lake Como”. Disembarking in Bellagio, you will enjoy your time in this idyllic and relaxing place. After that, you will take a ferry boat and you will have to chance to see this increbible lake from a different perspective and experience a magnificent lake cruise up to Como. During the cruise, take your time to look around and see the harmony between nature and architecture. Drift past villas with their beauteous gardens amongst untouched nature.
Sailing Experience on Lake Como with Private Skipper
The lake center of Lake Como is unique for its natural beauty and for the sumptuous ancient villas that overlook it, observing all this from the water offers the best point of view. My 38 foot boat will allow you to do it in comfort and total safety. Furthermore I will serve you a good Italian aperitif with a small tasting of Italian foods, if you want we can stop for a relaxing swim in the most exclusive places and also you will experience the thrill of sailing and relaxing in silence or listening to the music that you pleases
Sunset sailing on lake Como with private skipper
Experience lake Como from a new perspective! Visit the most amazing coves, villas and towns of Lake Como on board of a 38ft sailing yacht.
Como, Lugano and Bellagio One Day Experience
Do not miss the opportunity to visit two countries and two lakes on a full day tour starting from Milan! Firstly you will reach Como, start a walking and reach the gothic cathedral, accompanied by our experienced and friendly tour manager, you will discover the art and history of this charming city. The you will reach the lake town of Lugano in Switzerland by coach and you will have free time to visit the picturesque city center, taste some Swiss Chocolate and have lunch. Once in Cadenabbia, you will cruise to Bellagio, called the “pearl of Lake Como”, an idyllic and relaxing place where you will enjoy your time. After that, you will take a ferry boat and you will have to chance to see this increbible lake from a different perspective and experience a magnificent lake cruise up to Como. During the panoramic cruise, take your time to look around and see the harmony between nature and architecture. Drift past villas with their beauteous gardens amongst untouched nature.
Private Boat Tour on the Lake Como
A unique experience to see lake Como on board of a luxury designed yacht, newly made in Como. Enjoy the magical history and nature of the lake, and experience for one hour the unique Italian boating lifestyle.
Share your Pasta Love: Small group Pasta and Tiramisu class in Como
You can't visit Italy without trying at least one pasta dish... So, we'll teach you two! Learn how to roll 'sfoglia' (fresh pasta) by hand and how to prepare 2 simple different kinds of pasta (filled pasta + fresh pasta) from scratch with your Cesarina. As the icing on the cake you will learn to prepare also the iconic Tiramisu. Share your passion for the Italian cuisine as you make new friends in this hands-on cooking class. It's a great way to truly experience Italian culture. • Learn to roll 'sfoglia' (fresh pasta) by hand • Learn to make 2 iconic pasta types • Learn to make the iconic tiramisu • Small-group cooking class with a maximum of 12 people. Share your passion for the Italian cuisine with other lovely guests • Enjoy an Italian Aperitivo to warm-up Cesarine is Italy’s oldest network of home cooks all over the country. They are welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.
1 Hour Private Como Lake Boat Tour
Lake Como is the most beautiful lake in the world and, recently, it was included in the 55 most beautiful places in the world list by the famous travel network: travel + leisure. On a private boat tour on Como lake, you can discover the secret spots that you would not be able to see from the land; Chartering our boat you will be able to see historic villas, beautiful gardens, fishermen villages and beautiful landscapes. If you want, you can also stop by in the quitter locations to dive and have a swim. In the evening, rent our boat for a wonderful sunset aperitif or for a romantic cruise to one of the best restaurants in the area.
Lake Como - Varenna and Bellagio Exclusive Full-Day Tour
On this full-day tour you will see the villages of Varenna and Bellagio. We will meet at 10:30 am in Como city and go with the fast boat/hydrofoil directly to Bellagio (50 min). There, we will do a walking tour. After a break for lunch, we will take a ferry to Varenna (15 min). Then, we will return with the open ferry boat to Como (duration 2h30, with the possibility to stay on open or closed decks and to have coffee/drink/snack at the bar) showing you all the villages with their historic villas and famous gardens on Lake Como during the trip, e.g. Villa of G. Clooney, Villa Balbianello (Star Wars and James Bond), Villa Carlotta etc. Please note that in case of overbooking in high season this tour might become a semi-private tour with the number of participants reaching max. 8 persons. In this case you will be offered an aperitivo (a drink and typical Italian appetizers) on the lake after the tour. If you want your tour to be exclusively private, please mention it under "requirements".
Private cooking class at a local's home with lunch or dinner in Como
Immerse yourself in Italy's culture with this hands-on cooking class held in a local home and led by an expert Italian home cook. Learn the secrets of the most iconic Como dishes and taste the fruit of your labour for lunch or dinner with local wines included. You'll have a fully equipped workstation with utensils and ingredients and your local host will reveal the tricks of the trade of 3 authentic Como recipes (starter, fresh pasta and dessert) handed down by generations of mammas and nonnas. After the class, sit down at the table with your Italian family and taste everything you have prepared accompanied by a selection of local wines. This experience is held by Cesarine, Italy’s oldest network of home cooks and wine experts. Cesarine are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences. Every host is reviewed for authentic culinary traditions.
Best of Lake Como Experience from Milan, Cruise and Landscapes
Visit the beautiful cities of Como and Bellagio and experience a cruise on its fascinating Lake. Departing from Milan by Coach, during the journey you will be able to enjoy the impressive landscapes and reach directly Como's city centre. Once off the bus, start a walking tour of Como and reach the gothic cathedral. Accompanied by our experienced and friendly tour manager, you will discover the art and history of this charming city. After that, you will take a ferry boat to admire the city of Como from yet a different perspective and experience a magnificent lake cruise up to Bellagio, the so called ‘Pearl of the Lake’. Disembarking in Bellagio, you will enjoy your time in this idyllic and relaxing place. The bus then will wait for you to reach the Sanctuary of Madonna del Ghisallo, the patron saint of cyclists. It is one of the most famous places for cycling enthusiasts and a destination for thousands of sportsmen from all over the world.
PRIVATE Bernina train, Sankt Moritz & Wines Guided tour from Lake Como or Milan
Pickup at your hotel or apartment; 7+1 seat limousine van Start from Milan (h 7:30 am), Como (h 8 am) or any other town on the route If you are staying in Bellagio you will take the h 8:40 am ferry to Varenna or Menaggio. Drive to Tirano (about 2 hours) along Valtellina valley: vineyards, apples cultivations, castles, churches and food specialties. On request visit to a winery (no wine tasting) or to Grumello Castle. In Tirano you take the panoramic Red Train of Bernina (Bernina Express) Breath-taking journey in the Alps. Guided visit of Sankt Moritz. The Guide (born in Switzerland) will give you many information about Swiss history and traditions. Lunch on your own. Extra costs: train tickets (about Euro 30 per person, will be bought at Tirano Station). Do not book them in advance ! FREE TICKETS if tour shared with another small group. Make sure you have your passports valid for border control. Comfortable clothes and shoes according to season and weather forecast.
BELLAGIO COOK WITH A VIEW + Villa Melzi
Make Memories to last a Lifetime on our “Cook with a view” experience in one of the most enchanting village on Lake Como: Bellagio. Learn to make ravioli, tagliatelle and a delicious dessert at an enchanting location with magnificent views over the lake and mountains. Break the ice and sit together around a large table and practice some Italian with your local chef that will guide you through every step and teach you new cooking techniques. Inhibitions fall away when engaged in chopping or rolling pasta dough – a great way to get conversation flowing. Enjoy your delicious lunch and mingle with your new travel companions over a glass of red wine. We’ll share our secret Pasta dough recipe, plus tons of tricks. Bring your friends and try your hand at creating your own culinary masterpiece. Our cooking classes are designed to be social events that do not require any previous experience. The package includes complimentary tickets to the magnificent Villa Melzi’s gardens.
2-Hour Private Como Lake Boat Tour
Lake Como is the most beautiful lake in the world and, recently, it was included in the 55 most beautiful places in the world list by the famous travel network: travel + leisure. On a private boat tour on Como lake, you can discover the secret spots that you would not be able to see from the land; Chartering our boat you will be able to see historic villas, beautiful gardens, fishermen villages and beautiful landscapes. If you want, you can also stop by in the quitter locations to dive and have a swim. In the evening, rent our boat for a wonderful sunset aperitif or for a romantic cruise to one of the best restaurants in the area.
E-Bike Tour Lake Como and Swiss Vineyards
Enjoy Lake Como landscapes by bicycle, explore characteristic villages of our region and discover vineyards in the near Switzerland. This itinerary is 30 km long with few climbs made effortless by Ebikes. Tour start and ends in Como city; after riding north by the lake for approximately ten minutes, we will reach Cernobbio town where we will take a chance for a nice lake view picture. We will resume the ride through the citadel heading to Moltrasio, a typical village built in stones. Time for a rest visiting the Cam waterfall and its natural pool. Before reaching Switzerland we will make another stop and you will enjoy a walk in the Valley Garden. Time to cross the border! In the Swiss land we will end up inside a Merlot vineyard where your guide will tell you some interesting stories about the local wine. We will then return to Italy toward our starting point on the cycling lane by Lake Como. Distance: 30 km - Elevation Gain: 400 m - Event Time: ~3 hours
Domaso: Wine Tasting at the Winery on Como Lake
Discover how a fine wine is born, see where it ages and enjoy samples on a tour and tasting at a Lake Como winery. Enjoy local delicacies as well. Spend an enjoyable day at a prestigious winery in Domaso on Lake Como.
E-Bike Tour around Three Lakes and Idyllic Mountain Life
This fantastic route delivers it all: hidden villages, rustic charm, spectacular lake views, and a stop on Lake Lugano. We ride down to the Val Sanagra nature reserve – lying just above Menaggio, it is one of the Lake Como's best-kept secrets. Pass evocative stone houses and old water mills. Ride uphill through the historic villages of Velzo and Naggio, surrounded by grape vines and green fields. Weave through charming village squares untouched by time and tourism. Enjoy a glorious downhill ride on an original medieval road. Stunning views guide us onto the shores of Lake Lugano before we cycle to Lake Piano along the old railway line that once connected Lake Como to Lake Lugano and is now a pretty cycle path, to complete our loop back in the Renaissance hamlet of Cardano. The ride is a mini adventure with simple gravel road, uphills, downhills, narrow village paths - General agility and confidence on a bike are required. An e-bike is a normal geared bicycle with battery assistance.
Lake Como Food Tour - Do Eat Better Experience
With our gastronomic tour in Como you can immerse yourself in the local gastronomic tradition accompanied by a local expert, a person who lives in the place and who knows all the secrets and curiosities about it, with whom you can discover the restaurants/eateries and the most hidden places, frequented only by locals. Here is a list of your possible tastings! - Chopboard of cured meats and a glass of local wine - cured meats of very high quality accompanied by a lovely glass of wine served in a historical wine shop - Pizza Gourmet - We will taste a slice of pizza like real people from here do, walking! - Polenta uncia/ polenta with braised meat - Polenta here is obtained by mixing and cooking corn and buckwheat flour and then served with braised meat or with cheeses and melted butter - Sciatt - Delicious and crunchy pancakes with a stringy cheese heart. Nuvola cake - Alternatively, you can enjoy a delicious ice cream. - Espresso Coffee
Lake Como Highlights - Villa Balbianello & Bellagio exclusive full-day tour
We will meet the travellers in front of the ferry boat ticket office /BIGLIETTERIA at 10:30 am. From Como we will take the fast boat/hydrofoil to Lenno, where Villa Balbianello is located (30 min). This villa and its gardens were the setting place for Star Wars and James Bond Casino Royal. Experience peace and immense beauty of nature. This instagramable spot will give you unforgettable memories! From Lenno we will have a 20 min. boat trip to Bellagio, where we will do a pleasant walking tour. We will return with the slow boat (2 h), to have a chance to show you the most beautiful villas on the lake. This is an exclusive tour with max 6 participants (in case of a single booking more than six persons are allowed).
1 Hour Private Wooden Boat Tour on Lake Como 6 pax
La Navicella del Lario is a traditional Venetian taxi, completely renovated in 2021, moored on Lake Como at your complete disposal for private tours around the lake. With an elegant line and interior in wood and leather, the Navicella del Lario is suitable for groups of people (up to 11) who do not want to give up luxury and elegance. For those who want to indulge in a unique and unforgettable experience, our captain is at your complete disposal to satisfy every request from customers. We have awnings and cover in case of bad weather. On the boat we always have at your disposal fresh water to drink, other drinks or food on request. The magic of living the lake from the lake itself will be a unique experience that will make you discover magical and unique places, breathtaking vles and exclusive hotels.