Lake Como: Your Private One Day Cruise
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 7 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Lake Como: Your Private One Day Cruise worth booking?
Lake Como: Your Private One Day Cruise is a 8-hour experience in Lake Como, Italy, from $1,716 per person. It scores 62 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 5/5 rating across 7 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 62 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (7)
- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- $1,716 per person
You're the one who made your day. Choose the villages you want to visit and the coves to linger in. It's not just a boat trip; it's a fully customizable private oasis for your group of up to 7 people. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion, planning a romantic wedding proposal or just making a dream come true, we offer you the luxury of time and privacy of a private boat. Iconic movie spots: Navigate past the atmospheric Villa del Balbianello (seen in Star Wars and the James Bond movies) and capture the perfect Hollywood-style shot. Hidden treasures: Visit secret waterfalls and charming ancient fishing villages, unreachable for large tourist boats. Expert Navigation: Relax while your local captain takes care of logistics, telling you anecdotes and pointing out the best spots for your photographs.
What you get
About this experience
You're the one who made your day. Choose the villages you want to visit and the coves to linger in. It's not just a boat trip; it's a fully customizable private oasis for your group of up to 7 people. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion, planning a romantic wedding proposal or just making a dream come true, we offer you the luxury of time and privacy of a private boat. Iconic movie spots: Navigate past the atmospheric Villa del Balbianello (seen in Star Wars and the James Bond movies) and capture the perfect Hollywood-style shot. Hidden treasures: Visit secret waterfalls and charming ancient fishing villages, unreachable for large tourist boats. Expert Navigation: Relax while your local captain takes care of logistics, telling you anecdotes and pointing out the best spots for your photographs.
What's included
Included
- Skypper and fuel, bluethoot sounds system
- On-board WiFi
- Bottled water
- Meals
- Alcoholic beverages
What you'll see and do
Lake Como
Plan your perfect day: experience the charm and tranquility of Lake Como exactly as it should be seen: from the deck of your private boat. Nestled at the foot of the picturesque Alps, Lake Como is a masterpiece of natural beauty and architectural history. This private rental allows you to immerse yourself in such beauty without the rush of a predetermined schedule.
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Historic Villa of the sixteenth century, today one of the most famous five-star luxury hotels in the world. Photo stop optional, leisure time, sightseeing, passage, panoramic views along the way.
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Villa Pliniana
Historic Villa built in 1573 and famous for having inspired great scientists over time including Leonardo da Vinci. Now an exclusive location for weddings and events. Photo stop optional, leisure time, sightseeing, passage, panoramic views along the way.
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Villa accessible only from the lake. Awarded among the 10 most exclusive residences in the world. Once owned by Dr. Mantegazza from Como, today it belongs to the Australian magnate Richard Branson, English entrepreneur and Owner of the Virgin Group Brand. Photo stop optional, leisure time, sightseeing, passage, panoramic views along the way.
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Villa del Balbiano - Complesso Architettonico di Ossuccio (ante 1778)
Wonderful residence located on the Gulf of Venus of Lenno with breathtaking panoramic views, donated by the anthropologist explorer mountaineer Guido Monzino to the Italian Environmental Fund. It has been used several times to shoot spectacular scenes of popular films such as Casino Royale, 007 and Star Wars. Photo stop optional, leisure time, sightseeing, passage, panoramic views along the way.
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Small village famous because from the heart of its land flows a spectacular waterfall with a jump of over 200 meters.Optional photo stop, leisure, sightseeing, passage, panoramic views along the way.
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Bellagio
The pearl of Lake Como, situated in a spectacular position exactly at the intersection of the two inner branches of the lake, famous for its 5-star hotels such as Villa Serbelloni. Photo stop optional, leisure time, sightseeing, passage, panoramic views along the way.
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Isola Comacina
The one and only island of Lake Como on its territory are still visible some ruins dating back to Romanesque times. Photo stop optional, leisure time, sightseeing, passage, panoramic views along the way.
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Historic Villa built in the 16th century by Tolomeo Gallio. Today owned by a wealthy Russian family, it is one of the most prestigious locations for exclusive weddings. It was recently used to shoot scenes for the movie “ Gucci” starring Lady Gaga. Photo stop optional, leisure time, sightseeing, passage, panoramic views along the way.
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Villa Carlotta
Villa of the seventeenth century, famous both for the art collections kept inside but, above all, for the beautiful botanical garden that surrounds it. Photo stop optional, leisure time, sightseeing, passage, panoramic views along the way.
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Mandarin Oriental, Lago di Como piscina
Villa Rocca Bruna – once owned by the famous opera singer Giuditta Pasta, the building is now one of the most exclusive Resorts on Lake Como: the Mandarin Hotel Oriental. Photo stop optional, leisure time, sightseeing, passage, panoramic views along the way.
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Como
city that was the birthplace of the famous scientist Alessandro Volta to whom, the architect Daniel Libeskind in 2015 dedicates his famous monument “the life Electric” Optional photographic stop, leisure, sightseeing, passage, panoramic views along the way.
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Villa Erba
is among the main symbols of the city of Como, once belonging to the Erba family and later to the great director Luchino Visconti di Modrone. Photo stop optional, leisure time, sightseeing, passage, panoramic views along the way.
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Cernobbio
We will see the splendid Villa D'Este. Historical villa of the sixteenth century, today one of the most famous five-star luxury hotels in the world
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Moltrasio
We will see Villa Fontanelle. In the 1970s it was bought by the Italian designer Gianni Versace, founder of the iconic Versace fashion house.
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Villa Le Fontanelle
In the 1970s it was bought by Italian designer Gianni Versace, founder of the iconic Versace fashion house. Photo stop optional, leisure time, sightseeing, passage, panoramic views along the way.
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Laglio
We will see the Villa Oleandra – famous for having passed from the property of the Heinz family to the home of the well-known American actor George Clooney.
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Torno
We will see the Villa Pliniana – historic villa built in 1573 and famous for having inspired great scientists over time including Leonardo da Vinci. Now it has become an exclusive location for weddings and events.
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Lenno
We will see the Villa la Cassinella – a villa that can only be reached from the lake. Awarded among the 10 most exclusive residences in the world. Once owned by the Como-born architect Dr. Mantegazza, today it belongs to the Australian tycoon Richard Branson, an English entrepreneur and owner of the Virgin Group brand. We will see the Villa Balbianello – Wonderful residence located on the gulf of Venus of Lenno with a breathtaking panoramic view, donated by the mountaineer explorer anthropologist Guido Monzino to the Italian Environmental Fund. It has been used several times to shoot spectacular scenes in blockbuster films such as Casino Royale, 007 and Star Wars.
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Nesso
We see the spectacular waterfall called Orrido di Nesso – a small village famous because a spectacular waterfall flows from the heart of its land with a drop of over 200 meters.
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Tremezzo
We will see the Villa Carlotta – 17th century villa, famous both for the art collections kept inside but, above all, for the splendid botanical garden that surrounds it.
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Blevio
We will see the Villa Rocca Bruna – once belonging to the famous opera singer Giuditta Pasta, the building today is one of the most exclusive resorts on Lake Como: the Mandarin Hotel Oriental.
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Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Lake Como
look for water taxi Menaggio
Meeting point
Lake Como
look for restaurant bar N26
Meeting point
Lake Como
look for bar LA GELATERIA
Meeting point
Lake Como
look for restaurant La Punta
Meeting point
Lake Como
look for bar Da Luciano
Meeting point
Lake Como
look for Bar Lario
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
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look for water taxi Menaggio
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look for restaurant bar N26
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look for bar LA GELATERIA
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look for restaurant La Punta
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look for bar Da Luciano
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Options you can book
From Bellagio-Lenno-Menaggio-Var
Departure:: With departures from Bellagio, Lenno, Menaggio, Varenna, Tremezzo Starting points: Contrada del Porto, 1, 23829 Varenna LC, Italy Lake Como Water Taxi, Viale Benedetto Castelli, 9, 22017 Menaggio CO, Italy Via Eugenio Vitali, 22021 Bellagio CO, Italy Via Portici S. Pietro, 12/a, 22019 Tremezzina CO, Italy
From Como-Cernobbio-Moltrasio
Departure:: Departing from Como, Cernobbio, Moltrasio, Carate Urio, Laglio Starting points: Piazza Domenico Croggi, 4, 22100 Como CO, Italy Via Vecchia Regina, 63, 22010 Laglio CO, Italy
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, it, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Crissi sul Lago
Know before you go
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 7 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
3 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Food and drink
3 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Traveler reviews
7 verified traveler reviews for Lake Como: Your Private One Day Cruise. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Best way to spend a day in Lake Como!
This was our first time to visit Lake Como and we really had no expectations. Just wanted to explore, shop, and eat good food! We were looking for a guide that could share interesting facts about the lake and the houses while also having time to go to individual towns! When looking at other excursions, we were limited to which towns we could visit, but with Massimo, the choice was ours! He took us wherever we wanted and even dropped us off at Tremezzo for a lunch reservation I had made with no strict schedule. He was personable, and you could tell he really enjoyed spending time on the lake and sharing it with others! We never felt rushed and even enjoyed a bottle of champagne that he provided while getting to know him and sharing where we came from! If you were looking for a relaxed, fun and informative day on the lake, I definitely suggest booking with Massimo! His boat was very nice and clean, and we even had the opportunity to swim, but we did not bring swimsuits.
Response from the operator: Many thanks to you and your lovely family!..I had a really great time with you enjoing the day on the lake and talking with you about NCAA and the 1983 Wolfpacks legendary run winning the national title ..I will never forget you Ana grazie mille 😘
via Tripadvisor
EXCEPTIONAL experience
We took the tour on Lake Como with Crissi on the Lake and it was simply perfect. Captain Massimo is an exceptional person: super kind, friendly, and very knowledgeable. It is not the classic boat ride, it is a true story of the lake. He revealed every secret to us, anecdotes about the villas, curiosities that you won't find in any guidebook, and he took us to see wonderful corners that only those who truly know the lake can show you. He met every request of ours and the refreshing swim break at Comacina Island was fantastic!! Very comfortable boat, relaxed atmosphere, we felt pampered from start to finish. If you are on Lake Como, don't think twice: book with Crissi on the Lake and ask for Massimo. Highly recommended, we will definitely be back! Thanks again!
Response from the operator: Grazie mille a voi tutti !.. è stato davvero bello avervi a bordo e speriamo di rivedervi presto !
via Tripadvisor (translated)
Super!
Unique experience on Lake Como, Massimo the captain is UNIQUE ✨✨
Response from the operator: Grazie mille Carola !..spero di rivedervi presto a bordo !
via Tripadvisor (translated)
Must-do visit
Ricardo was a great skipper We had a great day: tour, villas, swimming... everything was perfect!
Response from the operator: grazie mille a tutti voi!..è stato davvero bello uscire con la barca e mostrarvi tutti i posti bellissimi qui sul Lago di Como..arrivederci a presto !
via Tripadvisor (translated)
Amazing Boat Tour!!!
Massimo was amazing! He reached out the day before our trip to make sure we knew where to meet and to ask if there were any any places in particular that we wanted to go. We wanted to go to Villa Cipressi in Varenna, eat lunch at La Punta in Bellagio and have enough time to stroll around both towns. He built our itinerary around this and made sure we got to do everything we wanted to do, plus see all the beautiful Villas and landmarks along the way! We had our 9 year old with us and Massimo was really nice with him. He is so nice and courteous, and he even booked the restaurant for us because they hung up the phone on me lol!
Response from the operator: Many thanks Taylor!..it was really very nice to have you and your lovely family aboard..I enjoyed a lot talking to you , to your wife and yo your future captain son!.. I really had amazing time with you aboard!.. grazie mille e arrivederci a presto!
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 2
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Who runs this experience
Operated by Crissi sul Lago, who run 7 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 55.1.
See everything Crissi sul Lago runsWhy this scores 62
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Lake Como: Your Private One Day Cruise: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Lake Como.
How much does Lake Como: Your Private One Day Cruise cost?
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Prices start at $1,716 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 Lake Como: Your Private One Day Cruise take?
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Plan for about 8 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 Lake Como: Your Private One Day Cruise worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 62 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 7 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 Lake Como: Your Private One Day Cruise?
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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 Lake Como: Your Private One Day Cruise suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 8-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Lake Como: Your Private One Day Cruise?
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Around 2 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 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Lake Como: Your Private One Day Cruise 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 Lake Como: Your Private One Day Cruise?
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Included: Skypper and fuel, bluethoot sounds system; On-board WiFi; Bottled water; Meals; and Alcoholic beverages. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for Lake Como: Your Private One Day Cruise?
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look for water taxi Menaggio Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is Lake Como: Your Private One Day Cruise offered in?
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It is offered in English, Italian 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 Lake Como: Your Private One Day Cruise?
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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 Lake Como: Your Private One Day Cruise wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Lake Como: Your Private One Day Cruise 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 Lake Como: Your Private One Day Cruise?
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Across 7 reviews averaging 5.0 out of 5, recurring themes include knowledge and storytelling, food and drink. Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
What booking options are available for Lake Como: Your Private One Day Cruise?
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There are 2 options to choose from, including From Bellagio-Lenno-Menaggio-Var, From Como-Cernobbio-Moltrasio. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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