Top Lake Como Day Trips

For a Lake Como day trip from Milan, look no further. A great way to discover the timeless beauty of the Italian lakes, this experience includes a walking tour of the chic lake town of Como plus a Lake Como cruise to see snow-peaked mountains and luxury lakeside villas from the water. In the summer, visit the village of Bellagio for free time to eat and explore. In the winter, take a gondola ride from Como to Brunate to soak up the lakeland views.

Visit two countries and two famous lakes in one day with this day trip from Como. Traveling with a Tour Leader, you’ll first visit Lugano in Switzerland to sample Swiss chocolate and admire Lake Lugano. Then, you’ll return to Italy where a visit to Lake Como’s beautiful Bellagio beckons. Ample free time in each town is included, along with a prebooked Lake Como ferry ride and sights of Cadenabbia di Griante, lakeside villas, gardens, and more.

See the best of Lake Como in a single day with this private tour. Set off via speedboat from Como to Bellagio for a guided walking tour of the old town, including stops at the Basilica of San Giacomo and Punta Spartivento. Then hop over to Varenna by boat to stroll the picturesque lanes before catching the ferry to take in the top villas along the lakeshore from the water.

Visit two countries and two celebrated lakes during this full-day excursion to Italy's Lake Como and Switzerland's Lugano. Departing from Milan, travel comfortably by bus. Enjoy a guided walking tour of Como's historic center and free time to discover Lugano on your own. Tours also include a lakeside cruise and stops in Bellagio. During the panoramic cruise, take your time to look around and see the harmony between nature and architecture. Drift past villas with their beauteous gardens amongst untouched nature.

Depart from Milan and journey toward the beautiful cities of Como and Bellagio on a full-day tour including a cruise on Lake Como. Ride north with your assistant tour leader and a small group, arriving at the charming lakeside town of Como. Set off on a lake cruise through the mountainous, fairytale landscape that has inspired countless artists and celebrities, and enjoy leisure time to explore the picturesque shoreline village of Bellagio.

Visit a villa winery in Domaso on Lake Como, and experience an authentic Italian family-run wine estate that’s been nurtured through the generations. Ideal if you’re looking for a Lake Como experience with a difference, the visit includes a tour of the wine cellar followed by an extravagant tasting session. You’ll savor local specialities that have been carefully chosen to complement the wine as you learn about viticulture in the northern Italian region.

Book in advance and capture the spirit of Lake Como on a walking tour of Bellagio and Varenna, two of the mid-lake region's most enchanting towns. Stop at a historic olive oil mill to taste one of the region's local specialties, accompanied by cured meats and wine. Then, enjoy a private cruise in a Venetian water taxi to visit the opulent gardens of Villa del Balbianello and Villa Melzi.

Get away from the crowds on land and discover the quieter side of Lake Como on this private sailing adventure. Set sail from Bellagio on an elegant 8.5m-long boat to admire the attractions along the shoreline, including Villa del Balbianello, Villa Melzi, and Villa Carlotta. Sail alongside Comacina Island and drop anchor to dive into the crystal clear waters of the lake or relax on board with music, drinks and snacks.

Many visitors to Lake Como head directly to Bellagio and Villa Balbianello, but the city of Como is rich in history and culture. Take a deep dive into the city’s past during this walking tour that covers its most important highlights in just hours. Learn about the its architecture from ancient Rome through the Rationalists, with insights from your guide at every stop.

Pedal around Lake Como without breaking a sweat on an e-bike, with a digital tour guide at your disposal. A 3-hour tour with a guide in six languages.

Enjoy a mouthwatering introduction to local flavors on this food walking tour of Como. Get the inside scoop on the town’s foodie scene from a licensed tour guide; sample regional delicacies such as olive oils, local wines, focaccia, meats and cheeses, and finish with a gelato. Your guide also provides information on the local history, culture, and architecture while you walk around.

When it’s time to leave Como, get to Malpensa Airport in Milan in style and comfort, using a private transfer from your hotel or the center of town. You’ll relax on the road before your onwards flight, leaving the map work and traffic logistics in the hands of a local professional who knows the area well.

Use your time in Como to learn more about wine with a sommelier-led tasting session in the heart of the city. Taking place in an elegant wine shop near Como old town, the wine tasting includes plenty of samples along with all the information you need about each varietal. Nice touch: The group is limited to just 12 people for a more sociable and intimate experience.

Explore the two top villages on the shores of Lake Como in just a few hours with this Bellagio and Varenna tour. Follow your guide through the streets of Bellagio to take in the town's highlights plus the gardens of Villa Melzi, then hop on the ferry (own expense) to cross to Varenna. Learn about Villa Monastero, the Church of St. George, and other picturesque gems during your second walking tour.

Lake Como is home to dazzling villas and postcard-perfect villages, but getting around on your own can be confusing. With this private tour, save hours by navigating between highlights with a guide. Reach Villa Balbianello via hydrofoil for a guided tour of the lavish villa and gardens.

Lake Como sits on the foot of the Alps and offers some of the most beautiful scenery in Italy’s Lake District. Explore the historic city center of Como and walk around its medieval streets. Enjoy a cruise on the lake to Villa d’Este in Cernobbio to explore its exotic gardens. Then, depending on the season, stop at either Bellagio or Brunate to walk around and enjoy a coffee or gelato.

Widen your perspective of south-central Europe on this full-day tour to Switzerland’s St. Moritz via Bernina Express. Benefit from your private guide’s personalized attention as you wind through the Valtellina deep into the Engadin Alps, then get an intimate glimpse of St. Mortiz on a walking tour. Then on the way back, go behind the scenes of a winery for a deeper glimpse into southern European traditions.

Lake Como sits at the foot of the Italian Alps and features a number of quaint villages. On this small-group tour from Milan, we reach Varenna, short walk on this charming village, then we drive along the panoramic lake shore to admire spectacular views and reach the nearby area. One of the highlights is seeing the ancient dry-stone walls that were built as terraces for the vines.

See two picturesque lakeside towns in Italy and Switzerland in a single day with this time-saving guided tour. Begin with a guided tour of Como to take in highlights like the cathedral and old town in just two hours. After free time for lunch, hop on the train to Lugano (own expense) with your guide for a stroll through the center of Lugano. Admire the top sights together and enjoy free time to explore and shop before the return train.

Join us for this incredible and unforgettable experience as you board the Bernina Red Train: not just a train, but a real arena overlooking the fascinating spectacle of nature. A breathtaking and amazing journey along the steep slopes will take you to the highest point a train can reach in all of Europe! From Tirano to St.Moritz, you will travel through villages, small hamlets, rivers, lakes and glaciers. Once in St.Moritz, you will have the opportunity to relax, strolling by the lake or visiting the historic center of this renowned village. Our driver will take you to the beautiful Lake Silvaplana where, on windy days, you have the opportunity to watch spectacular kitesurfing stunts. On the return drive, you will cross the Maloja Pass, a scenic road nestled in the woods between the Italian and Swiss Alps.

See the sights of Lake Como more intimately, and book a private tour with a local as your guide. You’ll explore the lakeside villages alongside a guide who brings his homeland alive with stories of Lake Como history, traditions, and cuisine. The route is carefully planned to fit in visits to the area's highlights such as Bellagio and Cernobbio, but the day can be customized around your interests, too.

Our tour is not simply a walking tour. It's a taste of local life. Mix with the community and practise some Italian while learning about the history, culture and food of Bellagio. Enjoy a delicious typical lunch at an hilltop restaurant. Continue the tour relaxing onboard a public boat cruising the central part of the lake till Villa Balbianello. Join a guided visit of it learning about the fascinating stories that lie behind this enchanting property.

Take in two of Lake Como’s top sights in a single tour with this combined guided stroll through Como and Villa Balbianello visit. Take in the highlights in Como’s old town like the cathedral and Roman city walls in the morning, followed by a break for lunch (own expense). In the afternoon, hop on a speedboat with your guide and cruise to Villa Balbianello, the most spectacular estate on the lake.

At 9:30 starts our walking tour from Tremezzo, typical village looking the central part of the lake, in front of Bellagio and Varenna. We walk from Tremezzo to Ossuccio through an ancient connection road, the "Greenway of the lake" discovering gentle paths, hidden corners of local history and enchanting lake views. We reach Ossuccio and from there the Comacina island by public boat. Comacina island is the only one island of Lake Como, one of the most interesting archeological sites in northern Italy for the early Middle Ages. The area, called Zoca de l'Oli for its mild climate, is covered by mediterranean vegetation and olive trees for the production of local oil. From Comacina Island return trip by public boat to Ossuccio, from Ossuccio by walk to Villa Balbianello, in Lenno. Villa Balbianello is located on a wooded promontory on Como lake. This elegant, romantic 18th century mansion and its magnificent garden have hosted writers and travelers, including Guido Monzino, the last owner.