From Milan: VIP Semi Private Lake Como Day Trip with Cruise

For a real treat, you'll also enjoy a hearty lunch with regional dishes such as risotto or polenta with fish caught fresh from the lake, and you'll also taste a selection of local wines grown in the foothills of Como's mountains. Italian days out don't come much better!

VIP Lake Como Day Tour Description

Your 8-hour semi-private day trip from Milan includes:

• Round-trip transportation from Milan by luxury Mercedes minivan

• Boat tickets between towns and across Lake Como

• Walking tour of Como, Bellagio, and Varenna

• Sampling of local products at artisan shops

• Gourmet lunch with regional wine tasting

• Water and refreshments on board the minivan

• Local English-Speaking driver-guide

• Maximum group size of 8

Begin Your Journey in Central Milan

From the fashion capital of Europe, hop on board a luxury minivan and enjoy the ride to Lake Como in style. You'll meet your friendly driver-guide in the centrally located Piazza Duomo along with your small group of fellow travelers, and after a little introduction it'll be time to get on the road.

The journey will take around an hour and you'll travel past snow-crowned Alps and beautiful Italian countryside before reaching the shores of stunning Lake Como. Pretty soon you'll realize just why celebrities such as George Clooney chose to set up home here!

Explore Como, Bellagio, and Varenna

Lake Como may be best known for its incredible scenery, but there's something magical about the towns that line its shores too. Diring the day you'll enjoy walking tours of the three main towns of the lake. First you'll explore Lake Como's biggest town, which is also called Como. See the historic Duomo and Basilica di San Fedele downtown, and learn about the culture of this unique area only a few miles from the Swiss border.

In Bellagio and Varenna, stroll through picture-perfect cobbled streets and discover regional delicacies as your guide takes you to visit some of their favorite artisan shops. Enjoy samples of typical products from the area including cheeses, wines, and more. In all three towns you'll enjoy amazing views of the lake with the towering Alps forming a dramatic backdrop.

Boat Cruises between Towns

While it's possible to reach many parts of Lake Como by road, the best possible way to get around is by boat! To get between towns we've pre-arranged tickets for the local ferries that crisscross around the lake and connect the various areas with ease. Feel the gentle breezes of the lake as you pass by the palatial villas scattered across the lakeside, and bask in the culture and grandeur of this incredible part of Italy.

How long is the boat ride from Como to Bellagio? The boat cruise takes about 45 minutes along Lake Como, the best way to see the amazing landscape.

Authentic Regional Lunch and Local Wine Tasting

The beauty of Italian food is its diversity by region, which is usually dictated by the fantastic fresh ingredients found nearby. In Como, specialties include delicious fresh fish caught right in the lake, often served with polenta or rice. Unlike further south where pasta is a staple, in the north rice is much preferred.

For lunch today you'll enjoy an amazing risotto in a beautiful lakeside setting near Varenna, and sample a range local wines grown in the foothills of the nearby mountains.

Return to Milan

After lunch and exploring Varenna, you'll take one last ferry ride to Como where your minivan will be waiting to take you back to the city. Sit back and relax for the 1-hour drive back to Milan, capping off this luxurious day on the lake.