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Full-Day Small-Group Bellagio and Villa Balbianello Tour with Lunch

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8 hours (approx.)
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Overview

Get ready for an unforgettable experience combining a walking tour of Bellagio, a delicious lunch at a charming hilltop restaurant, and a boat cruise with a guided visit to Villa Balbianello.

Start at our favorite local café, mingling with the community while learning about Bellagio’s rich history and culture. Then, follow your guide through picturesque stone alleys lined with boutiques and noble villas. Continue past Romanesque churches, olive groves, and ancient paths to the peaceful fishing village of Pescallo.

Lunch will be served on a scenic terrace, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains.

Next, enjoy a boat cruise to Villa del Balbianello, where you'll explore its beautiful gardens and historic rooms, learning the fascinating stories behind this iconic estate. The tour ends with a return trip to Bellagio, leaving you with lasting memories of local life and history.

What's Included

  • Return Public Boat Tickets Bellagio/Lenno
  • Delicious lunch at an hilltop restaurant (starter, first dish, a glass of wine, water and coffee)
  • Receive personalised attention in a small group limited to 12 (minimum number: 2 people)
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • Extra drinks and meals not included in the program
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Meeting Location

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Via Teresio Olivelli
1, 22021 Bellagio CO, Italy

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Bellagio

Explore this world famous hamlet walking through its picturesque steep stone alleys.
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2 hours Admission Ticket Free

Basilica di San Giacomo

Admire the 12th century Romanesque basilica of San Giacomo (St James) with the imposing attached bell tower.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Borgo di Pescallo

Learn about the history and culture of this hidden authentic village most beloved by famous poets and writers. Continue exploring the surrounding hamlets reaching Aureggio with its picturesque Church of San Carlo Borromeo.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Included

Loppia

Take photos at this charming little village located south of Bellagio’s town centre with its small dock and examples of "Lucie", the traditional fishing boats with their characteristic ringed tops.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Bellagio

Enjoy a delicious typical lunch at an hilltop restaurant.
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1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Lake Como

Step on a public boat with our guide and enjoy a relaxing cruise from Bellagio to Lenno.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Villa Del Balbianello

Join a 1h guided visit of Villa Balbianello and stroll along its enchanting English gardens.
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2 hours Admission Ticket Included

Lake Como

Return to Bellagio from Lenno by public boat and enjoy a sunset cruise with your new travel companions.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Please bring a bottle of water; alternatively you can purchase one near the meeting point.
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking.
  • A fair amount of walking is involved. Please take note that during this tour we will ascend and descend the hilly townlands around Bellagio so make sure you are physically adapt and wear comfortable walking shoes.

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Q: Will I get seasick on Full-Day Small-Group Bellagio and Villa Balbianello Tour with Lunch?

A: 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. Read more Feb 2023

Cancellation Policy

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Return Public Boat Tickets Bellagio/Lenno
  • Delicious lunch at an hilltop restaurant (starter, first dish, a glass of wine, water and coffee)
  • Receive personalised attention in a small group limited to 12 (minimum number: 2 people)
  • Entrance Tickets and guided visit of Villa Balbianello
  • Friendly tour guide
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • Extra drinks and meals not included in the program

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Please bring a bottle of water; alternatively you can purchase one near the meeting point.
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking.
  • A fair amount of walking is involved. Please take note that during this tour we will ascend and descend the hilly townlands around Bellagio so make sure you are physically adapt and wear comfortable walking shoes.
  • Operates in all weather conditions; please dress appropriately.
  • We highly recommend you bring a reusable bottle of water on this walking tour as we are on the way to reducing single plastic.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

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