Semi Private Lake Como Open-Top Motorboat Tour with Prossecco
Cruise past iconic shoreline villas aboard a luxury vessel with an included beverage and skipper
Lake Como is meant to be experienced in luxury. This shared 3-hour boat tour from Como puts you on an open-top motorboat with just 7 guests and a skipper who knows every shoreline story. You'll cruise the first basin past Villa d'Este, Villa Pizzo, Villa Fontanelle, and the hamlet of Torno, with stationary stops for photos. A chilled Prosecco arrives as you’re cruising through the villas. It's a low-effort, high-reward hour for anyone short on time in Como.
What You Get With This Tour
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Drift among Italy's most coveted villas
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Expert English-speaking skipper
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Shared open-top motorboat cruise
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Front-row villa views from the water
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Prosecco, soft drink, or water
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Stationary photo stops on the lake
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Semi private experience
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Guide tips
Tour Itinerary
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Your tour begins at Bar Lario in Como
Greet your English-speaking skipper at the Bar Lario dock on Lungo Lario Trieste and step aboard a sleek open-top motorboat. With only 7 guests onboard, the lake's first basin unfolds the instant you cast off. -
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Marvel at the basin's lakefront estates
Easing out of the harbor, your eyes drift to Villa Cagni Troubetzkoy and the Mandarin Oriental, two of the basin's most photographed properties. Past Villa Taverna, the lakeside hamlet of Torno comes into view. -
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Savor Prosecco beside cypress-lined gardens
Settling in, you'll be served a chilled glass of Prosecco, soft drink, or water. With beverage in hand, float past Villa Fontanelle, once owned by Gianni Versace, and the towering cypresses of Villa Pizzo. -
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Linger before legendary Villa d'Este
Idling in front of Villa d'Este, the 16th-century Renaissance palace turned legendary hotel in Cernobbio, your skipper steadies the boat for photos. Continuing on, sprawling Villa Erba's storied lawns slide into view. -
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Your tour ends at Bar Lario in Como
Cruise back into the harbor, to return to Lungo Lario Trieste where everything started. Step ashore with photos, lake stories, and a warm Prosecco glow, ready to wander Como's promenade or find dinner nearby.
Additional Information
Discover what to expect, what's included, and everything you need to know before booking.
Good to know:
Weather Advisory: This tour runs rain or shine. In the event of adverse lake conditions, the tour will be rescheduled and you'll be notified as soon as possible.
Accessibility: Unfortunately, this tour is not wheelchair accessible. Boarding the open-top motorboat involves stepping from the dock into the boat, which may be challenging for guests with mobility concerns.
Motion Sickness: This tour is not suitable for guests prone to seasickness or motion sickness, as the open-top motorboat is exposed to lake conditions.
Restrooms: Please note that restrooms are not available onboard. We recommend using the facilities before the tour begins.
Children: Kids are welcome on this tour, with no minimum age requirement. Please supervise young children closely on the open-top motorboat.
Check-in: Arrive 15 minutes early for check-in at the meeting point so the group can depart on time.
Your 3-hour tour includes:
Expert English-speaking skipper
Shared boat tour aboard an open-top motorboat
Cruise across Lake Como's first basin
Prosecco, soft drink, or water served on board
Stationary photo stops in scenic locations
Semi private experience
What to bring:
Comfortable shoes
Camera
Sunglasses
Light jacket (in cooler months)
Sunscreen (in warmer months)
Water bottle
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is this tour family friendly?
Yes, kids are welcome on this tour with no minimum age. Please supervise young children closely, as the open-top motorboat is exposed to the lake and there are minimal barriers on the deck.
What if I have concerns about my mobility on this tour?
Unfortunately, this tour is not wheelchair accessible. Boarding involves stepping from the dock into the open-top motorboat, which may be difficult for guests with mobility concerns. Please contact us in advance to discuss your needs.
Does this tour run if it rains?
The tour runs rain or shine, so we recommend bringing a light waterproof layer just in case. If lake conditions become unsafe, the tour will be rescheduled and you'll be notified as soon as possible.
Is this tour suitable for guests prone to motion sickness?
This tour is not recommended for guests prone to seasickness or motion sickness. The open-top motorboat cruises Lake Como's first basin and can be affected by wind and passing boat wake.
Are restrooms available onboard?
No, there are no restrooms on the boat during the 1-hour cruise. We recommend using the facilities at a nearby café along Lungo Lario Trieste before check-in.
What drinks are included on board?
A chilled glass of Prosecco is included onboard, along with soft drinks or water if you prefer something non-alcoholic. Drinks are served by your skipper during the cruise.
