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The best days out from Milan.
The 15 most popular lake como boat rentals & private cruises around Milan. The ones worth building a day around, with prices, run times and who to book through.
Lake Como, Bellagio, and Lugano in one long day from Milan, with a private boat cruise, guided stops, and Swiss border crossing.
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Milan to Lake Como with private boat cruise, a Como walking tour, and free time in Varenna and Bellagio for photos, views, and easy pacing.
“A very well organised tour and plenty of time allocated to wander around the towns we visited. The tour guide was informative and the audio guide headsets were ideal to hear the information provided. The private boat trip around Lake Como was stunning and we were lucky to have good sunny weather. Be aware that…”
Milan to Lake Como and Bellagio by bus and private boat cruise, with villa-viewing stops, Como sightseeing, and free time.
“Itinerary was all wrong”
Private boat on Lake Como, plus Lugano and Bellagio from Milan, with coach comfort, guided walks, and Swiss chocolate.
Private Lake Como cruise plus Bellagio and Lugano in one day from Milan. English guide, coach comfort, and free time on two lakes.
“Great excursion! Our guide Sara was very informative and knowledgeable. The weather wasn’t the best but the sights were amazing regardless. Bellagio is quaint and lovely and lots of options for lunch! Would book again!”
Milan to Lake Como: guided Como, private boat to Bellagio, and a Varenna stroll. Villas, ferry views, 11 hours.
“Despite the weather, all places we went were magnificent! We recommend you to use the tuor company if you have a short stay and want to visit Como Verenna and Bellagio”
Milan to Lake Como and Bellagio with a private boat cruise, Como walk, and Villa Olmo gardens. Long bus day, big views.
“The tour guide was excellent and made meet up instructions very clear. The beauty of Lake Como is amazing! The boat ride allowed us to see the lake from a different perspective. The bus rides are long but worth the effort.”
Paddle a small-group kayak around Bellagio’s peninsula, learn safe strokes, and enjoy quiet lake views plus Alps panoramas in 1.5 hours.
“Thoroughly enjoyed this experience. The water can get a little choppy, I thought it all part of the fun - but if you’re a nervous swimmer you might get anxious. However, our guide instilled confidence and the kayaks are very stable. The guide Michael (wrong spelling - sorry!) was informative and humorous but low key…”
Private classic wooden boat tour on Lake Como with an English guide, villa sighting stops, and comfort for up to 6.
“This is the absolute best! Do the 4 hour one! We had beautiful tour of the lake, got to spend time in bellagio and then drive by Varenna. We did an hour in Bellagio rather than two shorter stops in each. Absolutely amazing!”
Private boat on Lake Como plus guided Como, Bellagio, and Lugano from Milan. Two countries, one long day, strong value.
“Lake Como is so beautiful and this tour made it easy to sit back and relax and enjoy it!”
Private speedboat cruise on Lake Como for groups up to 5, passing grand villas and Nesso, with a local captain and optional swim stops.
“We opted for the 2 hour tour and really enjoyed it. Our captain/guide was super knowledgeable- a lifetime local. He was very accommodating and we would definitely hire them again.”
Private boat and guided walks in Varenna and Bellagio, plus Villa Monastero gardens, for small groups on Lake Como.
“Francesca was a delightful and knowledgeable guide. Beautiful views and crisp day. Relaxed pace. Toured Lenno instead of Varenna”
Private 4-hour Lake Como speedboat tour with Pietro & Federica: villa views, swim stops, and movie-set scenery, in English.
“Walking around town before our boat trip helped us find the dock. Pietro & Frederica, having grown up in the area had a lot of knowledge about the lake. From folklore to local traditions as well as all the villas around the lake.”
Private vintage wooden Cadenazzi speedboat on Lake Como. Cruise by Villa Balbianello, Bellagio, and Carlotta with a friendly captain.
“Terrific day on the beautiful lake! David was knowledgeable and we had a great day!”
Drive your own Lake Como boat (no license), cruise villas and towns near Como, and even reach Bellagio, with fuel included.
“We rented a boat for an hour, and it was absolutely amazing! The tour operator was super friendly and patient — they took about 10–15 minutes to explain how to drive the boat and make sure we felt comfortable before heading out. After that, my friend and I spent an incredible hour cruising around Lake…”
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