Exclusive Private Guided Boat Tour on Lake Como 1H - 4H
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 65 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Exclusive Private Guided Boat Tour on Lake Como 1H - 4H worth booking?
Exclusive Private Guided Boat Tour on Lake Como 1H - 4H is a 4-hour experience in Lake Como, Italy, from $343 per person. It scores 82 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional”, based on a 5/5 rating across 65 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 82 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (65)
- Duration
- 4 hours
- From
- $343 per person
The only way to enjoy the beauties of the lake is with one of our tours. With this tour you will see all the beauties of the lake, you will not miss anything.
What you get
About this experience
The only way to enjoy the beauties of the lake is with one of our tours. With this tour you will see all the beauties of the lake, you will not miss anything.
What's included
Included
- Alcoholic beverages
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- Carbonated beverages
- WIFI
- Music
Not included
- meeting points other than those provided 50 euros more
What you'll see and do
Lake Como
A view of the city from the lake, the Life Electric monument, the Volta temple and the Brunate funicular.
15 minutes here
Villa Olmo
A glimpse of the classic noble villas, along the footpath that ends at Villa Olmo.
20 minutes here
Villa Erba
A view of this beautiful classic villa (also location of the movie Ocean's Twelve with Clooney and Cassel).
20 minutes here
Cernobbio
A beautiful village where we find the Hotel Villa D'Este almost a 6-star resort loved by VIPs from all over the world. We will see immediately after Villa Pizzo a beautiful residence where the singer John Legend celebrated his wedding.
20 minutes here
Villa Le Fontanelle
It was the villa of Gianni Versace, now the residence of the entrepreneur Novicov.
20 minutes here
Isola Comacina
We will pass inside the gulf of the island to admire the only island of the lake and the village of Ossuccio. Possibility to stop for a dip and a drink offered by us.
20 minutes here
Villa del Balbiano - Complesso Architettonico di Ossuccio (ante 1778)
Historic villa, location for weddings, it was the location of the film The House of Gucci. (netflix)
20 minutes here
Villa Del Balbianello
One of the most beautiful properties on the lake, now owned by the FAI. It was the set of the James Bond 007 film Casino Royale and Star Wars. Between Villa Balbiano and Villa Balbianello we will see Villa La Cassinella, a magnificent villa used as a Private Resort.
20 minutes here
Bellagio
Pearl of the central lake.
20 minutes here
Orrido Di Nesso
One of the most characteristic natural spots of the lake with its 200m waterfall.
20 minutes here
Villa Pliniana
One of the oldest properties on the lake.
15 minutes here
The Spa at Mandarin Oriental
Luxurious Mandarin resort.
15 minutes here
Villa Troubetzkoy
Villa that belonged to the Russian Tsar Troubetkoy, the only villa with an elevator.
15 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Lake Como
We will meet at the Hotel's private jetty. Boarding and disembarking from the hotel wharf is only allowed for hotel guests Once you reach the meeting point, send a WhatsApp message or phone and reach the jetty. Recommendation to arrive at least 5 minutes before the experience.
Meeting point
Lake Como
There will be our captain who will be waiting for you with a t-shirt bearing our logo, he will keep in touch with you by telephone. the jetty is located looking at the lake with your back to the church, walk to your left at the end of the avenue you will find the jetty.
Meeting point
Lake Como
We will meet at the Hotel's private jetty. Boarding and disembarking from the hotel wharf is only allowed for hotel guests Once you reach the meeting point, send a WhatsApp message or phone and reach the jetty. Recommendation to arrive at least 5 minutes before the experience.
Meeting point
Lake Como
We will meet at the Hotel's private jetty. Boarding and disembarking from the hotel wharf is only allowed for hotel guests Once you reach the meeting point, send a WhatsApp message or phone and reach the jetty. Recommendation to arrive at least 5 minutes before the experience.
Meeting point
Lake Como
We will meet at the Hotel's private jetty. Boarding and disembarking from the hotel wharf is only allowed for hotel guests Once you reach the meeting point, send a WhatsApp message or phone and reach the jetty. Recommendation to arrive at least 5 minutes before the experience.
Meeting point
Lake Como
There will be our captain who will be waiting for you with a t-shirt bearing our logo, he will keep in touch with you by telephone. The pier is located in the main square of Cernobbio.
Meeting point
Lake Como
There will be our captain who will be waiting for you with a t-shirt bearing our logo, he will keep in touch with you by telephone. The pier is located in the main square of Cernobbio.
Meeting point
Lake Como
We will meet at the Hotel's private jetty. Boarding and disembarking from the hotel wharf is only allowed for hotel guests Once you reach the meeting point, send a WhatsApp message or phone and reach the jetty. Recommendation to arrive at least 5 minutes before the experience.
Meeting point
Lake Como
MEETING POINT STANDARD: if not specified, pickup will be here. Our captain will be there waiting for you with a shirt that has our logo, he will be in touch with you by phone.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
We will meet at the Hotel's private jetty. Boarding and disembarking from the hotel wharf is only allowed for hotel guests Once you reach the meeting point, send a WhatsApp message or phone and reach the jetty. Recommendation to arrive at least 5 minutes before the experience.
Ends at
There will be our captain who will be waiting for you with a t-shirt bearing our logo, he will keep in touch with you by telephone. the jetty is located looking at the lake with your back to the church, walk to your left at the end of the avenue you will find the jetty.
Ends at
We will meet at the Hotel's private jetty. Boarding and disembarking from the hotel wharf is only allowed for hotel guests Once you reach the meeting point, send a WhatsApp message or phone and reach the jetty. Recommendation to arrive at least 5 minutes before the experience.
Ends at
We will meet at the Hotel's private jetty. Boarding and disembarking from the hotel wharf is only allowed for hotel guests Once you reach the meeting point, send a WhatsApp message or phone and reach the jetty. Recommendation to arrive at least 5 minutes before the experience.
Ends at
We will meet at the Hotel's private jetty. Boarding and disembarking from the hotel wharf is only allowed for hotel guests Once you reach the meeting point, send a WhatsApp message or phone and reach the jetty. Recommendation to arrive at least 5 minutes before the experience.
Ends at
There will be our captain who will be waiting for you with a t-shirt bearing our logo, he will keep in touch with you by telephone. The pier is located in the main square of Cernobbio.
Ends at
There will be our captain who will be waiting for you with a t-shirt bearing our logo, he will keep in touch with you by telephone. The pier is located in the main square of Cernobbio.
Ends at
We will meet at the Hotel's private jetty. Boarding and disembarking from the hotel wharf is only allowed for hotel guests Once you reach the meeting point, send a WhatsApp message or phone and reach the jetty. Recommendation to arrive at least 5 minutes before the experience.
Ends at
MEETING POINT STANDARD: if not specified, pickup will be here. Our captain will be there waiting for you with a shirt that has our logo, he will be in touch with you by phone.
Options you can book
2H tour
Duration: 2 hours
3H Tour
Duration: 3 hours
1H tour
Duration: 1 hour
4H Tour
Duration: 4 hours
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- de, en, it, fr, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Well Como Lake Boat
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Alcoholic Beverages are for 18 years old and above.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 64 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
8 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
2 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Traveler reviews
64 verified traveler reviews for Exclusive Private Guided Boat Tour on Lake Como 1H - 4H. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Great trip. Saw lots of icons.
Good fun inspire of the inclement weather
Response from the operator: Thank you so much it was a real pleasure to do this tour with you! I hope to see you soon! Mattia
via Tripadvisor
Best memory of como! Operator messaged days in advance to find best weather window!
This was our favorite part of lake como. Mario was an excellent guide that was happy, kind, and informative of all the locations in the lake. The tour operator messaged me 3 days in advance to reschedule since bad weather was coming- if that hadn’t happened we may not have been able to go on the boat tour because it rained and stormed 2 of the 3 days of our trip. The itinerary was a bit confusing because I think they post the longer tour not the 1 hour tour. You will not see bellagio on the one hour tour. So that could be improved but otherwise, I highly recommend it
Response from the operator: Thank you so much it was a real pleasure to do this tour with you! I hope to see you soon! Mattia
via Viator
Excellent experience
It was a wonderful experience , the guide was really great , he showed all the wonderful places and took time to explain all and gave us time to take wonderful photos
Response from the operator: Thank you so much it was a real pleasure to do this tour with you! I hope to see you soon! Mattia
via Viator
Great experience
The boat ride was the highlight of our trip. The tour guide was incredibly knowledgeable, but they also knew when to step back, so there was plenty of time to relax and enjoy the experience with your partner without constant commentary. I honestly could have stayed on the boat for hours. Seeing Lake Como from the water gives you a completely different perspective and lets you escape the busy crowds. The boat itself felt very luxurious, which made the whole experience even more special. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Lake Como.
Response from the operator: Thank you so much it was a real pleasure to do this tour with you! I hope to see you soon! Mattia
via Tripadvisor
Lake Como Boat
Had an absolutely great time, Giacomo was a great guide. Was very punctual -!; easy to find. Definitely the highlight of our trip and certainly worth the money!
Response from the operator: Thank you so much it was a real pleasure to do this tour with you! I hope to see you soon! Mattia
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 4 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $343 to $1,200
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 23
- Verdict
- Exceptional
Why this scores 82
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Exclusive Private Guided Boat Tour on Lake Como 1H - 4H: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Lake Como.
How much does Exclusive Private Guided Boat Tour on Lake Como 1H - 4H cost?
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Prices start at $343 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Lake Como usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Exclusive Private Guided Boat Tour on Lake Como 1H - 4H take?
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Plan for about 4 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Lake Como is not rushed.
Is Exclusive Private Guided Boat Tour on Lake Como 1H - 4H worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 82 out of 100, which we label "Exceptional". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 65 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Lake Como, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Exclusive Private Guided Boat Tour on Lake Como 1H - 4H?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Exclusive Private Guided Boat Tour on Lake Como 1H - 4H suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 4-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Exclusive Private Guided Boat Tour on Lake Como 1H - 4H?
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Around 23 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Lake Como can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Lake Como and add a light layer if any part of the 4-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Exclusive Private Guided Boat Tour on Lake Como 1H - 4H start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Lake Como within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Lake Como?
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On Outty we rank every Lake Como experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Ghisallo Pilgrimage - Road and E-bike Tour, Lake Como Private Wooden Boat Tour & Italian Glamour, Small-Group Pasta and Tiramisu Class in Como with Aperitivo. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Lake Como?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Lake Como?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Exclusive Private Guided Boat Tour on Lake Como 1H - 4H?
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Included: Alcoholic beverages; Private transportation; Bottled water; Carbonated beverages; and WIFI. Not included: meeting points other than those provided 50 euros more. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for Exclusive Private Guided Boat Tour on Lake Como 1H - 4H?
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We will meet at the Hotel's private jetty. Boarding and disembarking from the hotel wharf is only allowed for hotel guests Once you reach the meeting point, send a WhatsApp message or phone and reach the jetty. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is Exclusive Private Guided Boat Tour on Lake Como 1H - 4H offered in?
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It is offered in German, English, Italian, French and Spanish. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Exclusive Private Guided Boat Tour on Lake Como 1H - 4H?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Exclusive Private Guided Boat Tour on Lake Como 1H - 4H wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; and Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Exclusive Private Guided Boat Tour on Lake Como 1H - 4H if the weather is bad?
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This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.
What do travelers say about Exclusive Private Guided Boat Tour on Lake Como 1H - 4H?
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Across 65 reviews averaging 5.0 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
What booking options are available for Exclusive Private Guided Boat Tour on Lake Como 1H - 4H?
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There are 4 options to choose from, including 2H tour, 3H Tour, 1H tour, 4H Tour. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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