About this tour
A four-hour private boat cruise across Lake Como, calling at Villa d'Este's grounds, Bellagio, Varenna, and Menaggio. You'll navigate waterfront villas and gardens that sit beyond road access, swimming stops included, with prosecco and refreshments aboard. The skipper handles navigation and shares local history; stops and timing flex to suit your group.
Highlights
- Private yacht cruise to five lakeside villages
- Swim in Como's waters between stops
- View grand villas and terraced gardens from water
- Prosecco and Italian drinks included
- Customisable itinerary with your captain
What to expect
You'll board an elegant eight-metre wooden-style runabout, the sort of vessel that turns heads without screaming for attention. The captain takes the wheel while you settle into comfortable seating to watch the shoreline unfold—steep hillsides dotted with pastel villages, centuries-old estates tucked into coves, gardens that cascade toward the water. At Balbianello and other stops, you'll slip overboard to swim in clear alpine water. The pace is leisurely; conversation with the skipper moves between practical navigation chat and storytelling about each location's history and characters.
Good to know
Bring swimwear and a towel. The boat rocks gently; not ideal if you have spinal issues or are pregnant. Children under 18 won't receive alcohol. Infants must sit on an adult's lap. Arrange non-standard pickups beforehand by contacting the operator.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original Global Hobo summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.