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Lake Como Highlights Tour: Discover Hidden Gems with a Local Private Car Guide

4 h – 10 hEasy pace

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$631per person

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Overview

Duration: 4 h – 10 h
Languages: German, VI, CMN, English, Italian, French
Group size: Up to 15 travelers
Suitable for: Ages 0–100
Pace: Easy pace

Good for

Couples
First-time visitors
Groups of friends
Luxury seekers

Explore Lake Como's wonders like a local with an expert driver-guide. This private car tour allows you to discover hidden spots and scenic viewpoints efficiently, with a customizable itinerary to suit your wishes. Gain insights into the region's history and culture from your guide.

Highlights

Customizable Private Tour
Expert Local Guide
Comfortable Private Transport

What's included

Private transportation
Local tour guide & driver (Italian or expat)
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Itinerary planning (tour is fully customizable)

Not included

Entrance fees
Gratuities

Itinerary

1
Como
30min
Como is a historic city located at the southwestern tip of Lake Como. It is renowned for its stunning lake views, elegant villas, a beautiful Gothic cathedral (Duomo di Como), and charming old town streets. The city serves as a main gateway to exploring the picturesque towns and landscapes around the lake, with regular ferry connections.
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Stop 2
1h
Bellagio is famously known as the "Pearl of Lake Como," situated at the point where the lake divides into two branches. It is celebrated for its picturesque cobblestone streets, charming shops, colorful houses, and elegant villas with beautiful gardens like Villa Melzi and Villa Serbelloni. Its central location makes it easily accessible by ferry from various points on the lake.
3
Varenna
1h
Varenna is considered one of the most beautiful towns on Lake Como, known for its vibrant, pastel-colored houses clinging to the hillside, narrow alleyways, and breathtaking lake views. Key attractions include the charming waterfront, the gardens of Villa Monastero, and the ancient Castello di Vezio perched above the town. It offers a more tranquil atmosphere compared to Bellagio.

Before you go

Ticket & redemption

Mobile or paper ticket accepted
One ticket covers the whole booking

Pickup & drop-off

We will pick you up by private car at the pick-up location you provided.

Good to know

Public transportation options are available nearby

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Location

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Stop 4

15min

Comacina Island is the only island on Lake Como, historically significant and known for its artists' houses and a charming trattoria. Lido di Ossuccio is a perfect place for swimming, a popular public beach area on the mainland near the island, offering clear waters and stunning views of the island and the lake.

Villa Carlotta

Villa Carlotta is a magnificent villa and museum located in Tremezzina, famous for its stunning botanical gardens that bloom vibrantly in spring with rhododendrons and azaleas. The villa itself houses important artworks and sculptures from the 18th and 19th centuries, offering a glimpse into a bygone era of aristocratic life on Lake Como.

Villa Del Balbianello

1h 30min

Villa del Balbianello is an iconic villa located on a wooded promontory overlooking Lake Como, known for its elegant terraced gardens and breathtaking views. It gained international fame as a filming location for movies such as "Star Wars: Episode II – Attack of the Clones" and "Casino Royale." The villa is managed by FAI (Fondo Ambiente Italiano) and offers guided tours of its interiors and gardens.

Menaggio

30min

Menaggio is a lively lakeside town located on the western shore of Lake Como, offering good swimming places, a pleasant promenade, and a charming central piazza. It serves as an excellent base for exploring the central lake area and provides various outdoor activities, including hiking and cycling routes into the surrounding hills.

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