Lake Como is one of the most celebrated lakes in Italy and beyond, the most dazzling of all according to The Huffington Post. Dotted with villages, noble villas and lush gardens, it can best be enjoyed from a boat, the ideal vantage point.
How can you organize your boat trip on Lake Como?
Sailing on Lake Como provides a wonderful view of its shores, studded with perched villages and stunning historic villas. If you decide to treat yourself to a boat trip on these unique waters you can choose among multiple options; let’s explore them!
1) Lake Como boat tours
Navigazione Laghi offers all kinds of tours on Lake Como and provides a train ride to the embarkation point.
- Primo Bacino di Como: you can catch your ride to Como from any train station in Lombardy, then get off at Como, reach the landing stage and board the boat to discover the lower part of Lake Como, between Como and Torno (ports of call Cernobbio, Blevio and Maltrasio). The price of an adult ticket including both the train and boat trips is €18.50. (PURCHASE TICKETS)
- Treasures of Lake Como: you can get to Varenna starting from any train station in Lombardy, board the boat to Lenno and visit the ports of call located in between (Menaggio, Bellagio, Cadenabbia, Villa Carlotta and Tremezzo). The price of an adult ticket including both the train and boat trips is €26.
- Bellagio tour: you can catch a train to Como from any train station in Lombardy, board the boat to Bellagio and visit the ports of call located in between (Cernobbio, Torno, Argegno, Lezzeno, Lenno, Tremezzo, Villa Carlotta). The price of an adult ticket including both the train and boat trips is €29.20.
- Primo Bacino di Lecco: you can get to Lecco by train then sail to Onno through Valmadrera, Abbadia Lariana and Mandello del Lario. The price of an adult ticket including both the train and boat trips is €17.
(For more information on boat tours, visit Navigazione Laghi’s dedicated web page).
2) Tour Lake Como on a private boat
If you’d rather treat yourself to an exclusive experience, you can pick among many private tours of Lake Como. As these trips can be customized, you will be able to select the point of departure of your tour, its duration and the places to visit.
A selection of boats is available depending on whether the tour needs to accommodate a couple, a family, a large or a small group. Another option is the classic Venetian taxi boat: these ‘cabs of the sea’ are perfect for small groups. Besides, they are heated and are comfortable all year round. For a unique experience, some packages include a romantic dinner in a restaurant on the lakeshore, and return underneath the stars (we suggest you do an ONLINE SEARCH to get an idea of options and prices, )
Hotel de la Ville: your hotel near Lake Como
Hotel de la Ville, the 4-star luxury hotel located in the heart of Monza, in front of Villa Reale, is just a few miles from Lake Como (reachable in less than 1 hour by car or, if you wish, by train).
The hotel offers concierge services and tourist assistance: we will be happy to help you make the best arrangements for your boat trip on the lake and, if you so wish, use our private transfer service.
A brief description of Hotel de la Ville.
- 62 rooms and suites, finely furnished and equipped with all modern comforts.
- A luxurious annex, the Villa, designed to provide very special experiences.
- The Derby Grill, one of the most highly rated restaurants in Brianza.
Do not hesitate, treat yourself to a unique stay, just a stone’s throw away from the world-famous Lake Como. If you need additional information, ask now: we will be glad to meet all your requirements!