Private Venetian Wooden Boat Tour on Lake Como
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Is Private Venetian Wooden Boat Tour on Lake Como worth booking?
Private Venetian Wooden Boat Tour on Lake Como is a 4-hour experience in Lake Como, Italy, from $829 per person. It scores 69 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 44 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 69 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (44)
- Duration
- 4 hours
- From
- $829 per person
Discover Lake Como by Limousine Boat. The protagonists? You, the scenery of Lake Como and the luxury of the Venetian Boat. The ingredients? An unforgettable atmosphere and the sounds of the lake. Specialize in creating a
What you get
About this experience
Discover Lake Como by Limousine Boat. The protagonists? You, the scenery of Lake Como and the luxury of the Venetian Boat. The ingredients? An unforgettable atmosphere and the sounds of the lake. Specialize in creating and providing the best tours in comfort, style and safety. a new and breathtaking itinerary will be proposed, but completely variable and flexible, which will touch the most beautiful places of the Lake, offering rare and fascinating views, treat yourself to a visit to the most beautiful Villas, charming villages and hidden waterfalls. Lake Como’s Best will be happy to give you special attention during your luxurious day inspired by the inimitable and electrifying atmosphere of “La Dolce Vita”.
What's included
Included
- Carbonated beverages
- Bottled water
- Fuel
- Alcoholic beverages
What you'll see and do
Varenna
We will leave from Varenna along the promenade of lovers (If chosen the meeting point in Varenna)
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Menaggio
We'll start from Menaggio and turn right south. (If chosen the meeting point in Menaggio)
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La Passeggiata Degli Innamorati
Leaving Varenna we can admire the walk of the lovers, a short pedestrian path that leads from the Varenna pier to the center of the village; a cantilevered walkway over the water from which you can admire the lake and the mountains.
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We will then pass by Villa Cipressi, a prestigious complex of ancient buildings and beautiful gardens enriched by a magnificent botanical garden, with staircases and terraces that descend to the lake.
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Next we will meet the Villa, one of the main historical environmental landscape sites of the territory, thanks also to its privileged position. The complex consists of the villa itself, now transformed into a Museum is also home to an internationally known Convention Center, and the beautiful Botanical Garden that surrounds it, extending for almost 2 km following the shore of the lake.
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We will then equip the lake and head towards Punta Spartivento, the watershed of Lake Como, the extreme tip of the Larian triangle that divides the two branches of the lake. It enjoys a wonderful view towards the north.
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Bellagio
Next stop is Bellagio, known for its cobbled streets, elegant buildings and the Paarco of Villa Serbelloni, an 18th century garden terrace overlooking the lake. Nearby, there are the Tower of the Arts, home to exhibitions and shows, and the Basilica of St. James from the Romanesque era. Near the rocky beach of Loppia, there is the Museum of Navigational Instruments, which displays sundials and compasses. With the 4-hour tour you can get off and visit the village. (Bellagio is among the meeting points for the start of the tour)
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Coming down from Bellagio we can admire the park of Villa Serbelloni
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We will pass by the famous Grand Hotel Villa Serbelloni, a 5 star luxury hotel, once also called Castello di Bellagio.
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I Giardini Di Villa Melzi
The English gardens of 1815, enriched by sculptures rich in rare and exotic plants, there are ancient trees, camellia hedges, forests of azaleas and giant rhododendrons, stones and monuments, boats and relics of historical and artistic value.
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Tremezzo
We will then reach the west coast of the Como branch to arrive at Tremezzo, a well-known village full of hotels overlooking Bellagio. (Tremezzo is between the meeting points for the start of the tour)
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We will then admire Villa Carlotta famous both for the art collections kept inside, and for the vast botanical garden that surrounds it.
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Chiesa di San Lorenzo a Tremezzo
Sailing south we will meet the imposing building in an eclectic style between neo-Romanesque and neo-Gothic.
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Golfo di Venere
The Gulf of Venus is the suggestive stretch of Lake Lenno, the inlet following the promontory of Lavedo that on its southern summit sees the splendid villa from the Balbianello
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Villa Del Balbianello
On a peninsula from which you can enjoy enchanted views of the Lake, this elegant and romantic 18th century mansion and its amazing garden have hosted writers and travelers, today you can visit the Gardens and the villa, in the 4-hour tour you can go down and visit the gardens. We remind you that the purchase of tickets is mandatory and charged to the customer.
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Villa la Cassinella is a private residence on the western shore of Lake Como, a few hundred meters from Villa del Balbianello. The whole estate is immersed in large perfectly maintained gardens.
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Villa del Balbiano - Complesso Architettonico di Ossuccio (ante 1778)
The Villa is a historic residence in Ossuccio on Lake Como. The two-hour tour at this point crosses the lake to skirt the eastern shore and take you along the banks of Lezzeno
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Ossuccio
Ossuccio is a village of pre-Roman origin. In its hamlet of Ospedaletto rises the famous bell tower of the church of Santa Maria Maddalena. in front of the village is the Comacina island
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Isola Comacina
The only island on Lake Como, in its canal hosts, in summer, swimmers who want to cool off with a swim in the lake. It is possible to swim safely.
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Laglio
We will then head towards Laglio to admire Villa Oleandra, home of George Clooney.
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We will then admire the home of George Clooney
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Nesso
We will cross the lake to reach the east coast and the village of Nesso, a village clinging to the steep shores of the lake.
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The Civera bridge, a Roman bridge rebuilt with a medieval silhouette from which tourists love to dive for incredible shots.
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Lezzeno
Going northwards from the eastern shore we will meet Lezzeno, a village with a coast of 7km.
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Varenna
We will continue navigation to reach the meeting point in Varenna
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Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Lake Como
We will meet directly at the Hotel wharf at the time of the tour
Meeting point
Lake Como
We will meet directly at the public jetty at tour time
Meeting point
Lake Como
We will meet directly at the Hotel wharf at the time of the tour
Meeting point
Lake Como
We will meet directly at the Hotel wharf at the time of the tour
Meeting point
Lake Como
We will meet directly at the public jetty at tour time
Meeting point
Lake Como
We will meet directly at the public jetty at tour time
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
We will meet directly at the Hotel wharf at the time of the tour
Ends at
We will meet directly at the public jetty at tour time
Ends at
We will meet directly at the Hotel wharf at the time of the tour
Ends at
We will meet directly at the Hotel wharf at the time of the tour
Ends at
We will meet directly at the public jetty at tour time
Ends at
We will meet directly at the public jetty at tour time
Options you can book
2H private tour up to 6 pax
2H private boat tour up to 6 pax Duration: 2 hours
4H private tour up to 6 pax
Duration: 4 hours private boat tour up to 6 pax: private boat tour up to 6 pax
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, it
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Lake Como's Best
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 44 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
4 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Photo opportunities
3 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Small groups
3 mentionsThe group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.
Organization
2 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Food and drink
2 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Traveler reviews
44 verified traveler reviews for Private Venetian Wooden Boat Tour on Lake Como. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Great Experience!
We had such a great experience with Attilio and his team during our stay in Lake Como. Attilio, the owner, was extremely flexible and accommodating as our plans changed, which made everything so easy for our group. We used the boats twice: once for a late-night ride from Bellagio back to Cernobbio around 11pm after dinner at Mistral, and again from Cernobbio to Victoria Beach Club in Menaggio. Both boats were beautiful, very well maintained, and the captains were excellent. Daniele, one of our captains, was especially friendly and made the ride so enjoyable. As we made our way across the lake, he pointed out many of the famous villas and properties, including George Clooney’s house, so the transfers ended up feeling like mini private tours of Lake Como as well. Everything was easy, safe, and reliable, even with our late-night pickup. Between Attilio’s flexibility, the beautiful boats, and the great captains, we couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Would absolutely recommend them and use them again on our next trip to Lake Como!
via Tripadvisor
Amazing Day on Lake Como
It was a beautiful day on the lake! Luca was very knowledgeable, accomodating, and professional. He knew the various spots to enjoy. We would recommend the company and Luca as a driver! Looking forward to the next time we are on 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! Attilio.
via Tripadvisor
Private boat tour
Amazing experience, we can’t thank the company and our skipper Fillipo enough. Very communicative, helpful and a very gorgeous, clean boat! We booked a 4 hour private boat tour and got to see a few villas as well as a few nice stops. Thank you Fillipo for what you did for us!
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! Attilio.
via Tripadvisor
Wonderful family trip!
We had a wonderful time as a family; Luce was a fabulous guide. As we did not have an itinerary, he showed us some of the best sights on the lake and adjusted the timings and what he showed us according to what we were interested in. This included many famous landmarks, villas, hotels, churches, bridges and beautiful views. I thoroughly recommend this trip!
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! Attilio.
via Tripadvisor
Como Magic Cruise
Wonderful expérience !thanks to our skipper Luca for professional and sympatic ! We discover Como lake with the Best condition !
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! Attilio.
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
- $829 to $1400
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 15
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 69
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Private Venetian Wooden Boat Tour on Lake Como: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Lake Como.
How much does Private Venetian Wooden Boat Tour on Lake Como cost?
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Prices start at $829 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 Private Venetian Wooden Boat Tour on Lake Como 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 Private Venetian Wooden Boat Tour on Lake Como worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 69 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 44 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 Private Venetian Wooden Boat Tour on Lake Como?
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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 Private Venetian Wooden Boat Tour on Lake Como 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 Private Venetian Wooden Boat Tour on Lake Como?
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Around 15 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 Private Venetian Wooden Boat Tour on Lake Como 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 Small-Group Lake Como & Lugano: 2 Countries in 1 Day, Boat Cruise, Como, Bellagio & Varenna: Small Group from Milan with Boat Cruise, Small-Group Lake Como: Bellagio, Varenna, Hidden Gorge & Boat. 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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