Private Boat Tour Lake Como: Villa del Balbianello Gardens & Scenic Cruise

Highlights

• Private Boat Tour
• Villa del Balbianello Visit
• Scenic Views

What's included

Itinerary

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   Villa Del Balbianello

   1h

   Step ashore at Lake Como’s most iconic landmark. Perched on a wooded peninsula in Lenno, the 18th-century Villa del Balbianello is famed for its terraced gardens, panoramic lake views, and starring role in Star Wars: Episode II and Casino Royale. Owned and preserved by FAI (the Italian National Trust), the villa offers cinematic views, sculpted hedges, climbing wisteria, and the elegant Loggia Durini all best approached from the water. Your stop includes: Duration of garden visit varies depending on the selected tour option Garden entrance ticket not included, tickets can be purchased on site upon arrival Direct arrival by boat at the villa’s private dock, allowing you to skip the queue and access the gardens immediately after disembarking Please note: Garden access only (interiors require a separate FAI guided tour). Villa open seasonally. Comfortable walking shoes recommended due to sloping paths.

2. 2

   Villa Sola Busca - complesso

   Pass by

   Villa Sola Busca, also known as Villa La Quieta, is an elegant 18th-century villa located in Tremezzo on the western shore of Lake Como, Italy. Surrounded by beautifully landscaped gardens and overlooking the lake, the villa is celebrated for its neoclassical architecture and richly decorated interiors. Historically a residence of noble families, Villa Sola Busca has hosted famous guests, including poets and philosophers. Today, it stands as a symbol of Lake Como's aristocratic charm and cultural heritage.

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   Chiesa di San Lorenzo a Tremezzo

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   The Church of San Lorenzo in Tremezzo is a beautiful 18th–19th century church overlooking Lake Como. Blending neo-Romanesque and neo-Gothic styles, it features a striking façade, frescoes by Luigi Tagliaferri, and historic altars. The church stands in a scenic square, offering peaceful lake views.

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   Parco Civico Teresio Olivelli

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   Parco Teresio Olivelli is a charming lakeside park located in Tremezzo, on the western shore of Lake Como, Italy. Known for its peaceful atmosphere, the park features lush gardens, tall trees, a historic fountain, and beautiful views of the lake and surrounding mountains. It’s a popular spot for relaxing walks, picnics, and outdoor activities, offering both locals and visitors a tranquil escape in a picturesque setting.

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   Villa Carlotta

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   Villa Carlotta is a historic villa located in Tremezzina on the western shore of Lake Como, Italy. Constructed in 1690 by Milanese banker Giorgio Clerici, the villa was later owned by Giovanni Battista Sommariva, who enriched it with masterpieces by artists such as Antonio Canova, Bertel Thorvaldsen, and Francesco Hayez. In 1843, Princess Marianne of Nassau gifted the villa to her daughter, Charlotte of Prussia, on the occasion of her marriage to Prince George II of Saxe-Meiningen. The Duke, a botany enthusiast, transformed the surrounding park into a romantic landscape garden.

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   Parco di Villa Serbelloni

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   Villa Serbelloni is a historic villa located in Bellagio, Italy, on the shores of Lake Como. Originally built in the 15th century on the site of a 14th-century castle, the villa has undergone several reconstructions and renovations over the centuries. In 1788, it was acquired by Count Alessandro Serbelloni, who enriched the property with 17th- and 18th-century artworks and decorative elements.

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   I Giardini Di Villa Melzi

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   Villa Melzi is a neoclassical villa located in Bellagio, on the shores of Lake Como, Italy. Commissioned by Francesco Melzi d’Eril, Vice President of the Italian Republic under Napoleon, the villa was designed by architect Giocondo Albertolli and constructed between 1808 and 1810.

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   Villa del Balbiano - Complesso Architettonico di Ossuccio (ante 1778)

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   Villa Balbiano is a historic 16th-century palazzo located in Ossuccio on Lake Como, Italy. Originally owned by the noble Giovio family, it was sold in 1596 to Cardinal Tolomeo Gallio, who initiated significant renovations based on designs by architect Pellegrino Tibaldi. The villa reached its peak during the 18th century under Cardinal Angelo Maria Durini, who transformed it into a cultural hub for intellectuals and artists.

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