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The 15 Best Lake Como Tours & Day Trips

312 tours  ·  from $6 a head

Como town is forty minutes from Milan by train, and the lake opens up north of it. These 15 cover the day trips, the shared cruises and the private boats, with what each costs and how much of the day is spent on the water.

From Milan: Como & Bellagio with Private Lake Como Cruise - The scenic road to the water
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From Milan: Como & Bellagio with Private Lake Como Cruise

1.Como & Bellagio with Private Lake Como Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 9,788 reviews · from $112Our pick

Ride from Milan by luxury bus, tour Como’s historic center with a bilingual guide, walk through Villa Olmo’s garden and cruise Lake Como on a private boat. You’ll have two hours of free time in Bellagio before returning to Milan. The day runs 10 to 11 hours, so bring comfortable shoes and a valid passport or European ID.

“Viviana was an amazing guide, very charismatic and well prepared. We had the most amazing time.”

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Lake Como & Bellagio Day Trip with Private Boat Cruise - Como: a short introduction to the town
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Lake Como & Bellagio Day Trip with Private Boat Cruise

2.Lake Como & Bellagio Day Trip with Private Boat Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 2,587 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $120

Travel from Milan by air-conditioned coach with an English-speaking guide, then see Lake Como from a private boat reserved for your group. The route includes time in Como and Bellagio, with views of Villa Carlotta, Villa del Balbianello and Isola Comacina from the water. Cruise length varies by season, and hotel pickup is available at selected hotels.

“Well organized, informative, scenic. Enjoyed the experience of the road trip combined with boat ride”

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From Milan: Lake Como Cruise with Visits to Como & Bellagio - Bellagio: two hours among lakefront lanes
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From Milan: Lake Como Cruise with Visits to Como & Bellagio

3.Lake Como Cruise with Visits to Como & Bellagio

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,943 reviews · 10 hours · from $78

From Milan, ride a private, air-conditioned bus to Lake Como, spend free time in Bellagio and Como, and cruise past mountain views and lakeside villas. Choose the public boat or a shorter private cruise. Guides vary by departure; names include Anna, Katia, Matteo, and Carolina.

“Amazing Como, Lake Como & Bellagio Tour! We had a fantastic time on our Lake Como and Bellagio tour! The scenery was breathtaking—from the sparkling lake and elegant villas to the charming streets of Bellagio. Our guide Carolina was knowledgeable, friendly, and kept everything running smoothly, while our driver Clause made the ride comfortable and safe. The boat ride on the lake was a true highlight. Highly recommend this tour for anyone visiting the area!”

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Lake Como: Shared Boat Tour with Prosecco Aperitif - Villas from the water, not from the front door
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Lake Como: Shared Boat Tour with Prosecco Aperitif

4.Shared Boat Tour with Prosecco Aperitif

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,452 reviews · 1 - 2 hours · from $53

From Como, take a shared boat cruise past lakeside villas and villages, including Villa d’Este and Villa Erba. A skipper such as Alessandro, Mario, or Sebastian shares stories and points out photo spots. Sip Prosecco or a soft drink, and use the optional phone audio guide for more detail.

“Our guide was absolutely lovely, very funny and engaging - highly recommend!”

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Como: Lake Como Shared Boat Tour - Private homes, famous names, and Villa Oleandra
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Como: Lake Como Shared Boat Tour

5.Lake Como Shared Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 804 reviews · from $56

Cruise from Como with an English- or Italian-speaking guide, passing Villa Olmo, Villa d’Este, Villa Erba, and other lakeside homes. The boat pauses in front of George Clooney’s Villa Oleandra before crossing toward the opposite shore. Guides such as Daniele have been praised for clear villa stories and friendly photo help.

“Trip was relaxed and the guide was very informative and interacted very well with everyone. Would highly recommend this trip as a good length and you get a different perspective of Como and surrounding areas. Our guide apologised for the wet weather, no need as without rain there would be no Lake Como”

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Como, Lugano & Bellagio: Exclusive Cruise–Two Countries in a Day - Como: a first look at the lake town
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Como, Lugano & Bellagio: Exclusive Cruise–Two Countries in a Day

6.Como, Lugano & Bellagio: Exclusive Cruise–Two Countries in a Day

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 690 reviews · 11 hours (approx.) · from $97

Start in Milan at 8:30 am for an 11-hour day trip to Como, Bellagio and Lugano. An English or Spanish-speaking tour leader guides the route, with headsets for groups over 10 and Wi-Fi on the bus and boat. The included Lake Como cruise is a highlight; bring your original passport if you are not an EU citizen.

“Was great being able to visit other cities within Italy and Switzerland! Bellagio was our favorite! I would take this tour again.”

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Lake Como Kayak Tour from Bellagio - Around the peninsula to Punta Spartivento
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Lake Como Kayak Tour from Bellagio

7.Lake Como Kayak Tour from Bellagio

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 593 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $102Top rated

Set off from Bellagio in an open-deck kayak for a guided 90-minute circuit of the peninsula, with views of Punta Spartivento, Villa Serbelloni, and the Alps. You’ll get a safety briefing, equipment, water, and a small dry bag. Guides including Michele and Daniele lead groups of no more than eight.

“The guide, Michaela, was great. He was very knowledgeable about the area. Made suggestions for other places/things to do on visit”

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Private Tour by Classic Wooden Boat on Lake Como - From Como’s waterfront to Life Electric
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Private Tour by Classic Wooden Boat on Lake Como

8.Private Tour by Classic Wooden Boat on Lake Como

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 528 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

Take a four-hour private cruise for up to six people in a classic wooden boat, with an English-speaking captain-guide. From Como, you’ll pass Life Electric, Villa Olmo, Cernobbio and grand waterfront homes, including Villa d’Este and the former Versace residence. Prosecco and soft drinks have been provided on some outings; ask what’s included when you book.

“Wonderful time on lake Como with Captain Thomas! He was a knowledgeable and fun host. We enjoyed all the sightseeing and Prosecco. He took beautiful pictures of our group and made sure our comfort was of the upmost importance.”

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Lugano, Bellagio Experience from Como with Enchanting Boat Cruise - Lugano, a quick taste of Switzerland
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Lugano, Bellagio Experience from Como with Enchanting Boat Cruise

9.Lugano, Bellagio Experience from Como with Enchanting Boat Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 458 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $117

Travel from Como to Bellagio and Lugano with an English- or Spanish-speaking tour leader, coach transfers, and a public boat ride on Lake Como. You get about an hour in each town, plus lake views and onboard WiFi. Bring your original passport if you are not an EU citizen, and plan to buy lunch on your own.

“Too much time on the bus. No need to go to Lugano. 1:15 hours to and from and 50 minutes at Lugano doesn’t make sense.”

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Private Cruise on Lake Como with Speedboat from 1H to 4H - Cernobbio and the western shore’s grand addresses
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Private Cruise on Lake Como with Speedboat from 1H to 4H

10.Private Cruise on Lake Como with Speedboat from 1H to 4H

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 391 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

Set out from Como with a private captain such as Stefano, Alberto, or Alice for a two-hour speedboat ride past Villa Olmo, Cernobbio, Laglio, Nesso, and Torno. Expect local stories, villa views, and a possible swim near Nesso or Villa Pliniana. The boat is for your group of up to five.

“Great experience! Two hours was just perfect. Alberto or captain was outstanding. He grew up in the Lake Como area where his family still lives. Great local knowledge and cool stories. Highly recommend. Ask for Alberto if you can.”

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Domaso: Wine Tasting at the Winery on Como Lake - Three local wines, each with something to eat
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Domaso: Wine Tasting at the Winery on Como Lake

11.Domaso: Wine Tasting at the Winery on Como Lake

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 351 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $76

At Azienda Agricola Sorsasso in Domaso, a family member guides you through the cellar and explains the winery’s story and how its wines are made. Then settle in on the terrace for three local wines paired with regional food, including bread, cheeses, or cured meats, with Lake Como and the Alps in view.

“The host was fabulous. The wines were very nice and the food was great. Visiting a small family run business was excellent. We would highly recommend this tour.”

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Tremezzina: Villa Del Balbianello Park Entry Ticket - From Cardinal Durini’s retreat to Monzino’s travel collections
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Tremezzina: Villa Del Balbianello Park Entry Ticket

12.Villa Del Balbianello Park Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 336 reviews · 1 hour · from $17Best value

Visit Villa del Balbianello’s park on Lake Como with an entry ticket covering its garden, terraces and balcony. Follow the uphill path through a wooded promontory to Loggia Durini, where the lake opens out in two directions. The ticket does not include a guided tour of the villa, food or drinks, so plan this as a self-guided garden visit.

“The grounds are beautiful. It would be nice if someone was by the balcony to monitor the amount of time people stand on the balcony taking pictures. This isn’t your personal photo shoot for your instagram followers”

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Lake Como: 2h Shared Boat Tour with Wine Tasting - Como, Cernobbio and the grand villas
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Lake Como: 2h Shared Boat Tour with Wine Tasting

13.2h Shared Boat Tour with Wine Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 313 reviews · from $134

SuBacco’s two-hour shared boat tour leaves from Como for a close-up look at lakeside villas, villages and Nesso’s waterfall. A captain such as Fabio, Luca or Leonardo may share local stories as you cruise aboard a Karnic SL651, with a bottle of white wine or prosecco, water and a chance to swim near Villa Pliniana. The shared group is capped at eight.

“This was just a great experience, what a way to see Como from the water. We booked a private 2 hours trip, and our skipper Fabio was really welcoming, friendly, fun and knowledgeable. As a local, he clearly loves this area deeply, and he shared the history of the villas lining the lake, took us to the Nessa waterfalls and encouraged us to swim just of Villa Pliniana. We enjoyed a bottle of ice cold local wine, soft drinks for the kids, as we returned to the pier at Como. We would do again in a heartbeat.”

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Bellagio & Varenna Full-day Tour on Lake Como by private boat - Lunch is your own choice
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Bellagio & Varenna Full-day Tour on Lake Como by private boat

14.Bellagio & Varenna Full-day Tour on Lake Como by private boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 301 reviews · 8 to 9 hours (approx.) · from $453

Spend 8 to 9 hours on Lake Como with an English-speaking guide, a boat reserved for your group, and guided walks in Varenna and Bellagio. Villa Monastero admission is included, lunch is on your own, and the day starts and ends in Como. Guides have included Ricardo, Francesca, Bianca, and Violetta, though assignments vary.

“The trip was amazingly good and comprehensive. Guide was fantastic, knowledgeable and personable. Shuttle ferries could have been better, windows cloudy, leaving sights difficult to see.”

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Private Guided Tour by Speedboat on Lake Como from 1H to 4H - Tremezzo, Menaggio, and the crossing to Bellagio
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Private Guided Tour by Speedboat on Lake Como from 1H to 4H

15.Private Guided Tour by Speedboat on Lake Como from 1H to 4H

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 273 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

Pietro and Federica lead a private speedboat tour from Argegno, with one- to four-hour options for groups of up to six. Expect lakeside villages, famous villas, local stories, and, on longer outings, time to swim or stop in a town. Villa interiors and gardens require separate arrangements and tickets.

“Great tour on the water on a great boat with two wonderful hosts. The bottled water, prosecco, and soft drinks were nice extras that we really appreciated. Even received a great tip on a local restaurant, which we dined at that evening.”

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