About this tour
Board a small motorboat from Lazise for a 90-minute private cruise across Lake Garda, stopping at the 16th-century Villa Canossa for wine and nibbles. You'll float past Lazise's medieval fortifications and castle, trace the Bardolino and Garda shorelines, and finish at the quiet cove of Punta San Vigilio. The boat holds eight passengers maximum, making it intimate enough to chat with fellow travellers while taking in the Alps-backed lake views.
Highlights
- Medieval Lazise Castle viewed from the water
- 16th-century Villa Canossa, lake-side only
- Wine tasting with local Bardolino and Garda wines
- Punta San Vigilio's secluded beach and cypress groves
- Small-group motorboat, maximum eight people
- Venetian Dogana and lakefront architecture tour
What to expect
You'll start at the Lazise waterfront and spend the first 20 minutes cruising past the town's Venetian-era defences and lakeside piazzas. The boat then heads toward Villa Canossa; you'll approach by water and enjoy local wines and savoury snacks on the upper deck whilst taking in the villa's Renaissance facades. The final leg moves to Punta San Vigilio, a quieter, tree-fringed bay ideal for photos. Expect moderate water chop in windy weather and no onboard facilities, so use the loo beforehand.
Good to know
Arrange your own transport to Lazise; public buses serve the town. Bring a wide-brimmed hat and high-SPF sunscreen—the reflection off water intensifies sun exposure. The boat has no toilet, so time bathroom breaks accordingly. Inform the crew if you're travelling with young children. Seasickness-prone travellers should take preventative medication.
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