About this tour
Spend six hours navigating Lake Como's three branches with a private captain, stopping at waterfront villages and a secluded island. You'll cruise past grand villas and steep shorelines from Bellagio through Varenna to Menaggio, with the flexibility to linger where it suits you. A prosecco break at Comacina Island includes a swim if you fancy it, before heading back along the quieter western shore towards Como town.
Highlights
- Cruise past centuries-old lakeside villas invisible from land
- Stop in Bellagio, Varenna, Menaggio—explore at your own pace
- Swim and aperitif at Comacina Island in the lake's heart
- Completely flexible itinerary; adjust stops on the water
- Prosecco and snacks included throughout the journey
- Life jackets provided; safe for children and varied fitness levels
What to expect
Your captain collects you and motors along Como's eastern branch, passing stone villages perched on steep banks and aristocratic estates tumbling down to the shoreline. You'll have genuine time to wander Bellagio's arcaded streets or Varenna's waterfront before regrouping. At Comacina Island, drop anchor for a proper swim and a glass of prosecco with snacks. The return leg hugs the less-developed western coast, giving you breathing room to chat, read, or simply watch the light change on the water. Most of the six hours is actual sailing; village stops total roughly three and a half hours.
Good to know
Tell your captain beforehand if you want extra time in any village or wish to skip Comacina Island entirely. Bring a light layer—wind on the water cools quickly. Water, soft drinks, and snacks are onboard. Towels provided; bring swimwear if you plan to enter the lake.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BugBitten summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.