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15 Varenna Tours, Ranked for First Visits

32 tours  ·  from $8 a head

These are the 15 varenna tours people book most, each with its price, its length and who it suits. Start with number one and work down until something fits your day.

From Milan: Lake Como, Bellagio & Varenna with Private Boat - The cruise turns the lake into the main event
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From Milan: Lake Como, Bellagio & Varenna with Private Boat

1.Lake Como, Bellagio & Varenna with Private Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 1,187 reviews · from $111Our pick

Ride from Milan to Como by air-conditioned coach, then see the lake and its villas by boat before exploring Como, Bellagio, and, from April to October, Varenna. English- and Spanish-speaking guides lead the day; past guides have included Anna, Monica, and Lina. Expect a long, well-organized outing with free time, public ferry segments, and changing stop order.

“Me and my husband are from Jordan, it was the best tour ever, big thanks to our tour guide Ms. Klara. Myself. The tour was as per schedule and comfortable bus . I highly recommend to use this compan. All the best.”

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Bellagio & Varenna: Small Group Tour from Milan with Boat Cruise - Como: a walk before the water
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Bellagio & Varenna: Small Group Tour from Milan with Boat Cruise

2.Bellagio & Varenna: Small Group Tour from Milan with Boat Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,019 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $101Top rated

Travel from Milan with an English-speaking guide and a group of no more than 13. The day combines Como’s cathedral, a boat ride past lakeside villas, free time in Bellagio and a guided visit to Varenna. First-class train tickets and local transport are included. Guides such as Antonella, Alessandro, Elma and Angela have led this route, though assignments vary.

“Wonderful way to see Lake Como without hassle. Alessandro was very knowledgeable and kept the group on time. The restaurant the guide offered to book for us in Bellagio was overpriced (not surprising for Bellagio!) and food was just ok not great but it was convenient to have a table ready for us.”

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From Milan: Small Group Como, Bellagio, Varenna, Boat Cruise - Como: A First Look at the Lake
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From Milan: Small Group Como, Bellagio, Varenna, Boat Cruise

3.Small Group Como, Bellagio, Varenna, Boat Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 967 reviews

Ride the train from Milan to Como with a guide, then see the lake by boat and explore Como, Bellagio, and Varenna in a group of up to 13. Expect Alpine views, villa stories, lunch time in Bellagio, and help with the busy train and ferry connections. Guides on past departures have included Angela, Antonella, Alessandro, Elma, Chiara, and Anna.

“Antonella was great. Listen to her for all food recs! She was very knowledgeable and kept us all on time. She took us to all the best picture places. Everything ran smoothly. Like most excursions there’s never enough time. I’m always for a longer trip to extent the time in the city. I think the split was 30 min in como, 2 hour in Bellagio, and 30 min in Varenna? The 2 hour boat ride would prob be amazing in summer time but it was cold when I went. To be fair the sights were still pretty and I took a Power Nap. There’s no bus to leave your stuff…”

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Varenna: Lake Como Premium Shared Cruise - Villa Melzi, Villa Gerli and the Bellagio shoreline
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Varenna: Lake Como Premium Shared Cruise

4.Lake Como Premium Shared Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 577 reviews · 50 minutes - 1 hour · from $47

From Dock 1 in Varenna, Bellagio Boat Service runs a 50-minute to one-hour panoramic cruise past Villa Carlotta, Villa del Balbianello, Isola Comacina and Bellagio. A skipper points out the sights by name; use your own headphones and the free app for recorded commentary.

“The boat trip in itself was great. The only downside was that we got on at Varenna and boat was already full from people getting on at an earlier stop. It was such a shame as almost everyone was then on the boat until the stop before ours when we could finally move a bit.”

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Small-Group Lake Como – Bellagio, Varenna & Hidden Waterfall - Varenna: a compact first look at the lake
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Small-Group Lake Como – Bellagio, Varenna & Hidden Waterfall

5.Small-Group Lake Como – Bellagio, Varenna & Hidden Waterfall

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 541 reviews · 10 to 11 hours (approx.) · from $143

Leave Milan at 7:30 am with an English-speaking guide and a group of no more than 15. Explore Varenna and Bellagio at your own pace, take a one-hour lake cruise, and walk the elevated paths of Bellano Gorge. The route can change during rail works, so check which towns are included for your date.

“Great trip! Giulia our guide was very helpful and very knowledgeable! I would do the trip again. Don’t think twice about it.”

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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

6.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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Cesarine: Small group Pasta and Tiramisu class in Varenna - Tiramisu closes the meal
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Cesarine: Small group Pasta and Tiramisu class in Varenna

7.Cesarine: Small group Pasta and Tiramisu class in Varenna

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 195 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $180

Spend about three hours in a local home in Varenna, making pasta and tiramisu with a Cesarine host. Start with an aperitivo, then cook and eat together. Hosts have included Patrizia, Luca, and Monica, and some homes offer garden or balcony views over Lake Como. The group is capped at 12.

“Enjoyed this class very much. Monica was a great instructor and gave us confidence that we can make these delicious recipes back home. They were all yummy and we liked hearing about the regional specialties. Held in a beautiful setting and enjoyed the social aspect.”

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Lake Como - Varenna & Bellagio Exclusive Full-Day Tour - On the water: villas, villages, and changing schedules
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Lake Como – Varenna & Bellagio Exclusive Full-Day Tour

8.Varenna & Bellagio Exclusive Full-Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 165 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $266

Start in Como with a guide, then travel by boat to Varenna and Bellagio for guided walks, church visits, and lake views. Guides may include Violetta, Giovanni, Daniele, or Bianca. The group is capped at 12, but boats are shared with other passengers. Budget extra for the scenic ferry, lunch, and snacks.

“We had an amazing day with Violette!! Her knowledge of not only the history of Lake Como, the Villas and local villages surrounding the lake was only second to her kindness and patience. Brava dear Violette. Would we recommend this tour which went by in flash!!”

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Varenna: Castello di Vezio Entry Ticket - The uphill walk is part of the visit
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Varenna: Castello di Vezio Entry Ticket

9.Castello di Vezio Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 129 reviews · 1 day · from $8Best value

Use a one-day entry ticket to explore Castello di Vezio above Varenna. Climb the tower for broad views over Lake Como, wander the garden and olive grove, and visit the dungeons and exhibitions. The uphill walk can be steep and tiring, so bring sturdy shoes and check seasonal opening days before setting out.

“Zamek zamkiem, nic ciekawego. Warto zapłacić i wejść dla samych widoków. Punkt widokowy jest niesamowity, a dodatkowo jak wejdzie się na wieżę, to już w ogóle jest przewspaniale. Podejście do samego punktu jest tragiczne, potrzebne są dobre buty, ale naprawdę warto się zmęczyć, zwłaszcza jeśli ktoś wybiera się na zachód słońca ❤️”

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From Milan: Bellagio, Varenna & Bellano Gorge Small Group - Reaching Bellagio by train and boat
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From Milan: Bellagio, Varenna & Bellano Gorge Small Group

10.Bellagio, Varenna & Bellano Gorge Small Group

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 84 reviews · from $118

Travel from Milan by first-class train and boat to Bellagio, Varenna and Orrido di Bellano. A licensed English-speaking guide leads a group of up to 12, handles the transport connections and shares local tips. The gorge’s rock-anchored footbridges are the day’s less familiar stop.

“The trip with guide Riccardo was awesome, and he went the extra mile to make sure everyone was informed for the day trip, and their travels afterwards! The timings for the day trip were just right, and didn’t feel rushed despite going to the busiest of places (Bellagio and Varenna).. Amazing day trip!”

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From Milan: Varenna, Bellagio, and Como Day Trip - Boat views between the villages
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From Milan: Varenna, Bellagio, and Como Day Trip

11.Varenna, Bellagio, and Como Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 56 reviews · from $123

Travel by coach from Milan to Lake Como’s villages and city, with lake cruises between stops. You get time in Varenna, Bellagio, and Como, plus an English- and Spanish-speaking tour leader. Guides on past departures have included Sasha and Ciara, but names can vary. Check that Varenna is on your date’s route before booking.

“Sasha our tour guide was lovely and spoke really well. made clear instructions and was full of knowledge”

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HIKING TOUR: VARENNA, Castle of VEZIO Villa MONASTERO, FIUMELATTE - Villa Monastero, from house museum to garden
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HIKING TOUR: VARENNA, Castle of VEZIO Villa MONASTERO, FIUMELATTE

12.HIKING TOUR: VARENNA, Castle of VEZIO Villa MONASTERO, FIUMELATTE

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 48 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $198

Join local guide Nadia for a roughly six-hour hike from Varenna to Vezio Castle, Fiumelatte and Villa Monastero. Expect lake panoramas, village lanes, small churches and a steep, uneven route. Castle and villa admission are extra, and you pay separately for lunch. The tour starts at 10:00 am and returns to its Varenna meeting point.

“OUr guide did a great job of incorporating information and history about Varenna as she lead our hike up to the Castello Di Vezio. The view from the castle was beautiful. The hike up to and down from the castle was steep but a nice hike in nature. We hiked by the Fiumelatte River as it flowed into Lake Como. We highly recommend this hike. It was a nice way to get away from the crowds, learn about the area, and see the town and lake from a beautiful vantage point.”

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Cesarine: Home Cooking Class & Meal with a Local in Varenna - Make pasta by hand, then eat what you made
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Cesarine: Home Cooking Class & Meal with a Local in Varenna

13.Cesarine: Home Cooking Class & Meal with a Local in Varenna

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 46 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $174

Join a private, three-hour cooking class in or near Varenna, led by a local Cesarine host. Make a seasonal starter, fresh pasta and a regional dessert, then sit down to eat with local wine. Hosts have included Patrizia, Luca, Monica and Antonietta. Choose lunch or dinner, and confirm the home address and transport plan before you go.

“Monica is amazing. Her kitchen is unique and beautiful. The food is out of this world. She’s so welcoming and kind. And you leave feeling so full.”

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Varenna: Picnic Experience in the Italian Alps - The forest path and the high viewpoint
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Varenna: Picnic Experience in the Italian Alps

14.Picnic Experience in the Italian Alps

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 41 reviews · from $163

From Varenna, join a small group of up to eight for a four-hour drive into the Alpine foothills, a short forest walk, and a picnic of local meats, cheeses, produce, snacks, water, and wine. Guides including Maria, Yuri, and Roman lead the outing, with a scenic stop and a walk through a traditional village along the way.

“Maria was an excellent guide. She was knowledgeable, fun to hang out with, and just a genuinely nice person! The picnic she prepared was excellent, all of the food fresh and delicious with the most gorgeous view to accompany it. I’d highly recommend this tour for anyone wanting to see a quieter side of Varenna/Lake Como!”

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1 Hour Private Boat Tour from Varenna on Lake Como - Villas on the western shore
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1 Hour Private Boat Tour from Varenna on Lake Como

15.1 Hour Private Boat Tour from Varenna on Lake Como

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 37 reviews · 1 hour (approx.)

Roberto, Helena, or another multilingual captain takes your private group of up to four from Varenna across Lake Como for about an hour. You pass famous villas, gardens, Bellagio, and Punta Spartivento, with lake-side commentary, Wi-Fi, water, snacks, and Prosecco for adults.

“We had the most amazing hour on the water, the views at golden hour were superb. The views and memories will live with me forever. The most perfect way to spend our 20th wedding anniversary ❤️ thank you xx”

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