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15 Boat Tours in Lake Como to Build a Day Around

26 tours  ·  from $14

The good boat tours in Lake Como fill weeks ahead and the best of them go first. Below: the 15 to lock in early, what each includes and how they differ.

From Milan: Como & Bellagio with Private Lake Como Cruise - Como: a useful first look at the lake
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From Milan: Como & Bellagio with Private Lake Como Cruise

1.Como & Bellagio with Private Lake Como Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 9,788 reviews · from $112Our pick

Travel from Milan to Como and Bellagio with a bilingual English or Spanish guide, walking through Como, visiting Villa Olmo’s garden, and cruising Lake Como by private boat. Guides such as Lina, Franco, Marina, and Viviana have earned praise for clear commentary and helpful local tips.

“The trip was great. Our guide, Marina, was amazing, very funny. Beautiful views and a well organized experience. I strongly recommend this trip!”

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Stresa: 3 Borromean Islands Hop-On Hop-Off Boat Tour - Finding the boats at Stresa Piazza Marconi
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Stresa: 3 Borromean Islands Hop-On Hop-Off Boat Tour

2.Stresa: 3 Borromean Islands Hop-On Hop-Off Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 4,122 reviews · 1 day · from $14Best value

From Stresa, use a one-day boat pass to visit Isola Madre, Isola dei Pescatori, and Isola Bella at your own pace. Boats are comfortable and frequent, with multilingual crew and onboard audio commentary. Allow extra money for island landing fees, palace and garden tickets, lunch, and shopping.

“Unfortunately there was no guide, tickets got us the transfer to the islands only. Boats were fast, comfortable and there was enough room for everybody. They ran on time and we were very happy with this tour.”

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Lake Como & Bellagio Day Trip with Private Boat Cruise - The coach ride from Milan to Como
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Lake Como & Bellagio Day Trip with Private Boat Cruise

3.Lake Como & Bellagio Day Trip with Private Boat Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 2,587 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $120

Travel from Milan by air-conditioned coach to Como, cruise Lake Como from Tremezzina to Bellagio, and explore both towns with a guide. The boat ride lasts one hour in winter and two hours from April to October. Guides may include Sarah, Anna, Angelo, or Raffaele.

“Lake Como is so beautiful! It is a long day so be prepared to bring your walking shoes. We were tired on the way home and didn't think we even wanted to stop at the town of Como but Anna made it so interesting that we were revived. It was well worth every minute.”

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From Milan: Lake Como Cruise with Visits to Como & Bellagio - The bus ride north from Milan
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From Milan: Lake Como Cruise with Visits to Como & Bellagio

4.Lake Como Cruise with Visits to Como & Bellagio

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,943 reviews · 10 hours · from $78

Spend 10 hours exploring Como and Bellagio from Milan, with a Lake Como boat ride, free time in both towns, and commentary from guides such as Anna, Matteo, Dali, and Carolina. Choose a public boat for a longer lake crossing or a private cruise for a more exclusive ride.

“Kiara was very kind and told many-many interesting information and details about italian history. +1 she gave us many tips whick kind of foods and where should we try it”

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Lake Como: Shared Boat Tour with Prosecco Aperitif - Starting at Sant’Agostino in central Como
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Lake Como: Shared Boat Tour with Prosecco Aperitif

5.Shared Boat Tour with Prosecco Aperitif

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,452 reviews · 1 - 2 hours · from $53

Set out from Como’s Sant’Agostino dock on a small shared boat with guides such as Mario, Alessandro, and Sebastian. Sip Prosecco, pass Villa d’Este, Villa Erba, Villa Pizzo, and celebrity homes, and use optional audio commentary for extra detail. Expect cushioned seats, a canopy, and a friendly, social ride.

“Mario the guide was fabulous! Very knowledgeable about Lago di Como and very informative boat ride! Loved the Prosecco and blankets to keep us warm!”

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Como: Lake Como Shared Boat Tour - Como’s cathedral, Voltiano Temple, and Villa Olmo
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Como: Lake Como Shared Boat Tour

6.Lake Como Shared Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 804 reviews · from $56

Take a 90-minute shared boat ride from Como with an English or Italian-speaking guide. See Villa Olmo, Villa d’Este, Villa Erba, Villa Pizzo, Villa Fontanelle, Villa Oleandra, and more. Guides such as Daniele add useful villa stories, while the small boat leaves plenty of room for photos.

“The tour guide was amazing! The driver and tour guide were so friendly and created such a fun atmosphere. Definitely recommend!”

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Como, Lugano & Bellagio: Exclusive Cruise–Two Countries in a Day - Bellagio, with one hour to wander
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Como, Lugano & Bellagio: Exclusive Cruise–Two Countries in a Day

7.Como, Lugano & Bellagio: Exclusive Cruise–Two Countries in a Day

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 690 reviews · 11 hours (approx.) · from $97

Travel from Milan to Como, Bellagio, and Lugano in one packed but well-paced day. English and Spanish-speaking guides such as Alex, Alice, Dalia, and Andrea lead the route, while an included Lake Como cruise provides the finest views. Bring your original passport for Switzerland and plan lunch in advance.

“it was a nice experience and we had a very good guide well knowledge Dali and a very good driver max”

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Stresa: 3 Borromean Islands Boat Tour - Starting in Stresa at Piazza Marconi
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Stresa: 3 Borromean Islands Boat Tour

8.Stresa: 3 Borromean Islands Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 629 reviews · 1 day · from $17

Spend a full day boating from Stresa to Isola Bella, Isola Madre, and Isola Pescatori. You set your own pace, using frequent small boats to move between the islands. Palace and garden tickets cost extra, while lunch, shopping, and lake views are yours to arrange.

“Accueil en français . Petits bateaux typiques avec capitaine parlant français . Rotation toutes les 30 minutes très ponctuelles .”

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Varenna: Lake Como Premium Shared Cruise - Finding Dock 1 in Varenna
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Varenna: Lake Como Premium Shared Cruise

9.Lake Como Premium Shared Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 577 reviews · 50 minutes - 1 hour · from $47

From Varenna’s Dock 1, cruise past Villa Melzi, Villa Balbianello, Villa Balbiano, Isola Comacina, and Villa Carlotta. This 50-minute to one-hour panoramic ride uses a skipper and optional app commentary in five languages. Bring your own headphones, and arrive early for the best chance of an outdoor seat.

“Stunning setting. The boat was comfortable and the staff very pleasant and helpful.”

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Private Tour by Classic Wooden Boat on Lake Como - Leaving Como beside Life Electric
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Private Tour by Classic Wooden Boat on Lake Como

10.Private Tour by Classic Wooden Boat on Lake Como

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 528 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) Top rated

Cruise Lake Como from Como to Carate Urio in a private classic wooden boat for up to six people. Guides such as Andrea, Thomas, Aston, and Edoardo share villa stories, play your music by Bluetooth, and serve prosecco. The four-hour route focuses on Como’s western shore.

“Groovy cool experience. Very cool boat and tour guide. I did not care to hear about an American actor’s property on Lake Como.”

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Bellagio: Lake Como Shared Boat Tour - The opening view of Villa Melzi and Bellagio
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Bellagio: Lake Como Shared Boat Tour

11.Lake Como Shared Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 496 reviews · from $45

From Bellagio, cruise past Villa Melzi, Villa Balbianello, Villa Carlotta, Villa Balbiano, and Isola Comacina. Your skipper speaks Italian and English, while an optional app audio guide adds commentary in four languages. Choose to return to Bellagio or ask about disembarking in Tremezzo.

“Loved this boat tour! Incredible, breathtaking views! The tour guides were friendly and accommodating and the boat was lovely and comfortable. Highly recommend - great way to see all the amazing views around the lake!”

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Lugano, Bellagio Experience from Como with Enchanting Boat Cruise - Bellagio, the Pearl of Lake Como
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Lugano, Bellagio Experience from Como with Enchanting Boat Cruise

12.Lugano, Bellagio Experience from Como with Enchanting Boat Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 458 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $117

Travel from Como to Bellagio by boat, then continue by coach to Lugano, Switzerland, with free time in both towns. An English or Spanish-speaking tour leader, WiFi, and ferry transport are included. Guides such as Andrea, Adriano, and Chiara have been especially praised, but bring your original passport.

“Again Alex made our tour!! He was so knowledgeable about history and details that it was easy to relax and go about our day. He is very conscientious of all the people on the tour. It was filled with boat rides and beautiful scenery. Switzerland was so clean and beautiful. Bellagio was bustling! The lake was stunning!”

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Private Cruise on Lake Como with Speedboat from 1H to 4H - Villa Olmo to Cernobbio’s famous shoreline
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Private Cruise on Lake Como with Speedboat from 1H to 4H

13.Private Cruise on Lake Como with Speedboat from 1H to 4H

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 391 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

Leave Como with your private group of up to five aboard a speedboat and follow Lake Como’s villa-lined shores to Cernobbio, Laglio, Argegno, Nesso, Torno, and back. Guides including Alberto, Stefano, and Alice share local stories, with time for swimming on the longer outings.

“Had to postpone the original tour due to weather conditions. The organizers were super helpful and flexible. Our tour guide, Alberto was kind and taught us so much about the history of the Lake. We had so much fun. Would recommend!”

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From Milan: Como & Bellagio Day Tour & Scenic Lake Cruise - First stop: Como’s cathedral and old lanes
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From Milan: Como & Bellagio Day Tour & Scenic Lake Cruise

14.Como & Bellagio Day Tour & Scenic Lake Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 352 reviews

Travel by comfortable coach from Milan to Como and Bellagio with an English or Spanish-speaking guide. Explore Como’s cathedral and old lanes, cruise past villas on Lake Como, and enjoy free time in Bellagio. Some departures may add Lugano, so carry your passport.

“Excellent tour, great logistics. The 2-hour boat cruise was amazing. Mara ( the guide tour) provided was all the time providing valuable information. She was nice , knowledgeable and very friendly. I highly recommend this tour”

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Lake Como: 2h Shared Boat Tour with Wine Tasting - Setting out from Como toward Cernobbio
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Lake Como: 2h Shared Boat Tour with Wine Tasting

15.2h Shared Boat Tour with Wine Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 313 reviews · from $134

Cruise Lake Como from Como to Nesso and back aboard SuBacco’s Karnic SL651, a small boat limited to eight people. Your English or Italian-speaking captain points out villas, villages, and local stories, with wine, water, music, and a possible swim near Villa Pliniana.

“Captain was so nice.But the weather is bad, thunder, lightning and rain.Hoping for good weather at the next time.”

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