2-Hour Private Lake Como Tour: Historic Villas & Picturesque Villages

Highlights

• Duration & Flexibility
• Intimate Experience
• Points of Interest

What's included

Itinerary

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   Lake Como

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   Lake Como is steeped in history, beauty, and glamour. Explore the villas, the locations, and the stories behind them. This is just a taste of what you'll experience on our guided boat tours.

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   Cernobbio

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   Villa d'Este, located in Cernobbio, is a renowned Renaissance villa celebrated for its opulent architecture and meticulously landscaped terraced gardens that gracefully descend to the lakeshore. Originally the residence of Italian aristocracy, it has been transformed into a luxurious hotel, attracting esteemed visitors from around the world.

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   Villa Le Fontanelle

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   This historic 19th-century villa became famous after being purchased and enhanced by fashion designer Gianni Versace. It now belongs to Russian billionaire Novikov.

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   Laglio

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   Villa Oleandra, situated in Laglio, is an elegant 18th-century villa known for its classic Italian architecture and well-maintained gardens. Its picturesque location on the lakefront and rich history make it a prime example of Lake Como's charm. The villa gained international attention as the residence of actor George Clooney, further adding to its allure and prominence.

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   Orrido Di Nesso

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   Nesso is located about halfway between Como and Bellagio. It is famous for its Orrido, a waterfall in the mountain cleft that falls into the lake beneath a romantic Roman bridge.

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   Villa Pliniana

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   Villa Pliniana is a historic 16th-century villa in Torno, notable for its exquisite architecture and gardens. Named after Roman author Pliny the Younger, who referenced the property's natural spring, it now offers luxurious accommodations and hosts exclusive events on the shores of Lake Como.

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   Mandarin Oriental, Lago di Como piscina

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   Mandarin Oriental is a five-star hotel located in the village of Blevio. It was built around Villa Roccabruna.

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   Villa Troubetzkoy

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   Villa Troubetzkoy was built in the 1900s by Russian Prince Alexander Troubetzkoy, who fled his homeland. It features a very distinctive architecture compared to other villas on the lake.

Before you go

Location