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Embark on a captivating journey around Lake Como, starting at the historic Piazza Cavour in Como. We travel by public fast ferry to Varenna, bypassing the hassle of long ticket lines. Explore the vibrant streets, historic churches, and picturesque waterfront of Varenna during an insightful walking tour.
Next, we take the ferry to Bellagio, the jewel of Lake Como, and wander through its enchanting streets. Discover hidden alleys and scenic spots while your guide shares rich historical and cultural insights. Enjoy a break in Bellagio for lunch at a local restaurant (cost not included).
Conclude your tour with a walking exploration of Bellagio, followed by a return ferry trip to Como, capturing breathtaking views of the lake and surrounding mountains.
Note: If the fast ferry is unavailable due to maintenance or cancellations, we will use the slower standard ferry.
This comprehensive tour promises unforgettable memories and stunning scenery for a small group of max. 14 participants.
Service animals allowed
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
Comfortable walking shoes and weather-appropriate clothing are recommended.
Guests must arrange their own transportation to and from the meeting point at Como’s Piazza Cavour.
To ensure a smooth experience, we use the fast ferry between Como, Bellagio, and Varenna. If it’s unavailable, we’ll switch to the standard ferry, which may slightly extend travel time. In rare cases, we may use a luxury van to guarantee tour quality.
This tour is not suitable for guests staying in Bellagio or Varenna. Please consider other options that better match your location.
If you have trouble walking, do not book this FULL-DAY tour! Thank you.
Absolutely not suitable for anyone with knee or back issues. The villages around Lake Como are built on steep terrain with uneven, sloped streets—good physical condition is essential. Please do not book if you're not prepared for this.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Expert tour guide
Small group of max. 14 participants
Como - Bellagio round-trip ferry tickets
No long lines to buy the tickets
This tour is conducted in English only.
Varenna - Bellagio ferry tickets (round-trip on Sundays)
Private boat not included.
Lunch not included.
Pick-up and drop-off to your hotel or other villages not included.
Piazza Cavour
Please arrive 15 minutes before the scheduled departure time to meet your guide and prepare for the day's adventure.
Como
Departure to Varenna (via Bellagio on Sundays). We primarily utilize the fast ferry for a quicker journey. In instances where the fast ferry is unavailable, we will use the standard ferry, which has a longer travel time.
276 reviews
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Howard B,
Jul 30, 2025
- Viator
Excellent! Our guide FRANCESCA was wonderful to spend the day with. Her knowledge of the area, her excellent English and her constantly making sure we were comfortable with steps, ferry, food stops, etc. and made this an excellent tour. Highly recommend.
Andrea W,
Jul 19, 2025
- Viator
Our tour was canceled when we arrived for the meeting point. We were put on a different tour. The tour description was not clear about the amount of walking and on steep hills. That information was not readily visible on the web site. The tour we were immediately put on went to Lenno which required 3 miles of walking with steep inclines to see the Villa. This portion which we had no desire just to see gardens at the Villa took so much time we had less time in Bellagio. And lunch stop was 4:30 PM.
Loren B,
Jul 15, 2025
- Viator
If you're lucky enough to get Francesca as your guide, you'll have a great experience. She's very knowledgeable and personable and a joy to be with.
Floyd P,
Jul 14, 2025
- Viator
What a Day to remember, “ El perfecto” from A to Z! Ricardo was our fantastic guide, and to do the speed ferries was huge advantage that allowed us to enjoy the real purpose of the tour … to enjoy the special Treasures of Bellagio & Varenna on Lake Como!
James L,
Jul 10, 2025
- Viator
Michael is knowledgeable, punctual and efficient. A native of Italy, just South of Lake Como, he had answers to all our questions, pointed out sites we would have missed on our own.
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