Lake Como: Varenna & Bellagio by Private Boat and Ferry
Overview
Experience Lake Como's most celebrated villages on a premium small-group tour with maximum ten guests. Board a private boat reserved exclusively for your group and cruise to Varenna and Bellagio—two timeless lakeside villages known for colorful architecture, stone pathways, and mountain views.
In Varenna, explore Villa Monastero, a historic estate famous for its botanical gardens along the waterfront. Walk beneath ancient trees, enjoy lake views from terraced paths, and discover one of Italy's most elegant properties.
After free time for lunch, cross to Bellagio. Explore quiet alleys, local shops, and scenic viewpoints with your expert guide.
Throughout the day, your professional guide shares stories and insider knowledge via whisper audio system, ensuring every guest hears clearly. Villa Monastero admission, private boat transport, and expert guidance are included.
This is Lake Como as it was meant to be discovered: thoughtfully paced, beautifully presented, and genuinely memorable.
What's Included
- Exceptional value for the most complete small-group experiences on Lake Como.
- Transportation from Como to Varenna by venetian boat (1h 15 min ride).
- Admissions to Villa Monastero in Varenna.
- Ferry tickets Varenna to Bellagio (20 min ride) and Bellagio to Como (1h ride).
- Small group of max. 10 guests with a professional guide
- Guided tour of Varenna and Bellagio.
- Lunch and drinks (own expense; approx. 1h).
- Private tour. This is a shared small-group tour (max 10 guests).
Meeting Location
Piazza Cavour
26, 22100 Como CO, Italy
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Piazza Cavour
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Como
1 hour 20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Varenna
2 hours Admission Ticket Free
Bellagio
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Bellagio
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Bellagio
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Bellagio
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Active boat tour — not suitable for anyone with mobility, balance, cardiovascular, or back issues.
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
- This is a **guided tour**, not just a boat ride. During the ride from Como to Varenna, you will see the main highlights of the lake from the boat. After that, we visit the main attractions on the lake, walk through beautiful places, and experience the destinations properly. If you are looking for a tour where you simply sit on the boat the whole time, this is not the right tour for you. You should look for a different boat-only experience. Our tour is for guests who want to visit and discover Lake Como, not just pass by it.
- Please note: Due to the very high operational costs, a minimum number of 5 participants is required for the tour to operate. If the minimum is not reached, we will contact you the day before the tour, an alternative tour or date will be offered, or a full refund provided.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (9)
Q: Will I get seasick on Lake Como: Varenna & Bellagio by Private Boat and Ferry?
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Activity code: C-400138P4
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Frequently Asked Questions (9)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Exceptional value for the most complete small-group experiences on Lake Como.
- Transportation from Como to Varenna by venetian boat (1h 15 min ride).
- Admissions to Villa Monastero in Varenna.
- Ferry tickets Varenna to Bellagio (20 min ride) and Bellagio to Como (1h ride).
- Small group of max. 10 guests with a professional guide.
- Guided tour of Varenna and Bellagio.
- Lunch and drinks (own expense; approx. 1h).
- Private tour. This is a shared small-group tour (max 10 guests).
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 7..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Lake Como: Varenna & Bellagio by Private Boat and Ferry is as follows:
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Active boat tour — not suitable for anyone with mobility, balance, cardiovascular, or back issues.
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Lake Como: Varenna & Bellagio by Private Boat and Ferry will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Exceptional value for the most complete small-group experiences on Lake Como.
- Transportation from Como to Varenna by venetian boat (1h 15 min ride).
- Admissions to Villa Monastero in Varenna.
- Ferry tickets Varenna to Bellagio (20 min ride) and Bellagio to Como (1h ride).
- Small group of max. 10 guests with a professional guide
- Guided tour of Varenna and Bellagio.
- Lunch and drinks (own expense; approx. 1h).
- Private tour. This is a shared small-group tour (max 10 guests).
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Active boat tour — not suitable for anyone with mobility, balance, cardiovascular, or back issues.
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
- This is a **guided tour**, not just a boat ride. During the ride from Como to Varenna, you will see the main highlights of the lake from the boat. After that, we visit the main attractions on the lake, walk through beautiful places, and experience the destinations properly. If you are looking for a tour where you simply sit on the boat the whole time, this is not the right tour for you. You should look for a different boat-only experience. Our tour is for guests who want to visit and discover Lake Como, not just pass by it.
- Please note: Due to the very high operational costs, a minimum number of 5 participants is required for the tour to operate. If the minimum is not reached, we will contact you the day before the tour, an alternative tour or date will be offered, or a full refund provided.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
