About this tour
Chart your own course around Lake Como in a sleek private motorboat, stopping where you fancy. Cruise past the dramatic Villa Del Balbianello, the pastel-hued village of Varenna, and Isola Comacina, with trips ranging from a quick hour on the water to a full six-hour exploration. You set the pace—linger at a secluded cove, explore a lakeside village, or simply drift while the Alps frame the horizon.
Highlights
- Private 7-metre Cranchi, no crowds or fixed itineraries
- Villa Del Balbianello's clifftop grandeur at close range
- Varenna's cobbled waterfront and pastel architecture
- Isola Comacina's wooded island retreat
- Drinks and towels included throughout
- Flexible 1–6 hour bookings to suit your mood
What to expect
You'll board a well-maintained Italian motorboat with an experienced skipper who knows the lake's best corners. The boat moves smoothly across Como's deep waters, offering constant views of villas clinging to wooded cliffs and mountain peaks. You decide where to stop—pull ashore for a swim, anchor off a village for lunch, or simply cruise and photograph. The skipper handles navigation and timing; you handle the itinerary. Beverages and clean towels are always at hand. It's relaxed and unhurried, nothing like a crowded tour boat.
Good to know
Infants must sit with an adult. Seasickness is rare on Como's sheltered waters, but tablets help if worried. Bring sunscreen and a light layer for wind on longer trips. Public transport nearby if you need to get to the boarding point.
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.