About this tour
Leave Milan behind for a full day exploring Lake Como's Alpine shores. Travel by comfortable coach to Como, where a guided walk takes you through the old town and the neoclassical Villa Olmo. Board a private boat for an hour crossing the glittering lake to Bellagio, where mountains plunge to the water's edge. The journey includes a two-hour return drive to Milan, with a multilingual guide throughout and wireless headsets so you don't miss a word.
Highlights
- Guided walk through Como's historic centre and lakeside streets
- Villa Olmo: elegant 18th-century mansion with lake views
- One-hour private boat cruise across Lake Como
- Free time in Bellagio to explore cafés and piazzas
- Air-conditioned coach with headset audio system
- Maximum 50 travellers per departure
What to expect
You'll meet in Milan, then spend an hour in a climate-controlled coach heading north. In Como, your guide leads you on foot through the town, explaining its architecture and character before visiting Villa Olmo's grand rooms and manicured grounds. After, you'll board a boat for the scenic cruise to Bellagio, watching cliffsides and villas slip past. Bellagio gives you time to wander the waterfront, grab lunch independently, and soak in the atmosphere before the longer return journey to Milan. The whole day moves at a steady pace—no rushing, but time management matters to stay on schedule.
Good to know
Bring the wireless headset or face a €50 charge for loss. Arrive 15 minutes early. Lunch is not included. Traffic from Milan varies; transfer times are approximate. The itinerary may shift for operational reasons. Children under 2 sit on a parent's lap. Prams and strollers are welcome.
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.