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

4.9
(20 reviews)

8 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English and 1 more

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

Friendly tour guide
Entrance Tickets and guided visit of Villa Balbianello
Delicious lunch at an hilltop restaurant (starter, first dish, a glass of wine, water and coffee)
Return Public Boat Tickets Bellagio/Lenno
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

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meet us outside Restaurant La Goletta in Bellagio (opposite Hotel Florence). Look out for our "Taste & Travel Italy" tour guide.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 8 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    Explore this world famous hamlet walking through its picturesque steep stone alleys.

    2 hours Admission ticket free
  • 2

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

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3

    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.

    1 hour Admission ticket included
  • 4

    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.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5

    Enjoy a delicious typical lunch at an hilltop restaurant.

    1 hour 30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Lake Como

    Step on a public boat with our guide and enjoy a relaxing cruise from Bellagio to Lenno.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 7

    Join a 1h guided visit of Villa Balbianello and stroll along its enchanting English gardens.

    2 hours Admission ticket included
  • 8
    Lake Como

    Return to Bellagio from Lenno by public boat and enjoy a sunset cruise with your new travel companions.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • 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.
Supplied by Taste & Travel Italy

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Tags

Day Trips
Full-day Tours
Cultural Tours
Walking Tours
Water Tours
Small Group
Food & Drink
Short term availability

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