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Lake Como is best visited by water to admire its scenic shoreline and historic XIX villas and noble mansions. Meet our captain in Como and embark our luxury boat for an unforgettable 1.5 hour-long cruise from Como to Villa Balbianello, where you’ll disembark for a guided tour of the villa, one of the main tourist attractions of Lake Como, built on a suggestive promontory overlooking the lake. Set for numerous film scripts: the second episode of the Star Wars saga (2002) and Martin Campbell's Casino Royale with the charming James Bond.
The tour ends at the Villa giving you the opportunity to have lunch at one of the many enchanting lakeside restaurants in Lenno.
Frequent are the public boats that will take you back to Como.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Meet us at the public pier opposite Bar Lario in Como (Lungo Lario Trieste n. 28). Look out for our "Taste & Travel Italy" tour guide. The tour ends at Villa Balbianello.
Itinerary
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1Como
Embark on our luxury boat for a 1h cruise of the Western Branch of the lake admiring XIX century noble villas and mansions.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
A stunning XVIII century villa built for the Odescalchi family. Today it houses exhibitions and events.
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
Villa Erba and its grounds sit on the site of a former nunnery which was founded at the end of the XI century. The general Domenico Pino, owner of Villa d'Este bought part of it in 1816 and transformed the nunnery into a manor house. Today a stunning exhibition and conference center, often used as a cinema and television set.
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
A charming village which hosts the most luxurious 5 stars hotel: Villa d'Este.
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
It was built in the first half of the XIX century for the eccentric Lord Currie. The fashion designer Gianni Versace bought it in 1977.
Admission ticket free -
Villa Pliniana (Pass by)
One of the most prestigious villas at Lake Como which hosts sumptuous events.
Admission ticket free -
Laglio (Pass by)
Villa Oleandra - George Clooney's summer House.
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
A charming fisherman's village with a beautiful ancient bridge and an hidden waterfall.
Admission ticket free -
Isola Comacina (Pass by)
The only island at Lake Como owned by the Brera Academy of Milan. A Perfect spot for swimming.
Admission ticket free -
Villa del Balbiano - Complesso Architettonico di Ossuccio (ante 1778) (Pass by)
An elegant and romantic wedding location, home of the cardinal Durini who bought the nearby Dosso di Lavedo. Set for the movie "The House of Gucci".
Admission ticket free -
2Villa Del Balbianello
One of the main tourist attractions of Lake Como. Step off the boat for a 1h guided tour of the villa. The count and explorer Guido Monzino was the last private owner. For many years Villa Balbianello has been a set for films and photo shoots (James Bond 007, Casino Royale and Star Wars).
1 hour • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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