Villa Balbianello and Flavors of Lake Como Walking and Boating Full-Day Tour
At a glance
Villa Balbianello and Flavors of Lake Como Walking and Boating Full-Day Tour is a 7h private experience in Lake Como, Italy, operated by Lake Como For You. Travellers rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 82 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $1,318.83 per person. Included: Guided walking Tour of Varenna, Tickets to Villa Melzi, Tasting of locally produced olive oil at a panoramic castle overlooking the lake.
Highlights
- Private experience — just you and your group
- 4 stops in one well-planned itinerary
Quick facts
- Duration
- 7h
- Group
- Private tour — only your group
- Languages
- English, Italian
- Pickup
- Meet at the start point
- Confirmation
- Confirmed within 48 hours
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Travellers
- 1–11 per booking · adult required
- Ages
- Infant 0–3 · Child 4–12 · Adult 13–99
- Cancellation
- See cancellation policy
Options & availability
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Villa Balbianello and Flavors of Lake Como Walking and Boating Full-Day Tour
from $494.68
- Days:
- Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
- Start times:
- 10:00
Times and prices come from the operator’s live schedule and are confirmed when you book.
Overview
Explore Lake Como by land and water on this full-day walking and boating tour, with a visit to the gardens of Villa Melzi and Villa del Balbianello. Sample local olive oil at a panoramic castle overlooking the lake, take a walking tour of Varenna and gain insight into the region’s Celtic heritage. Savor a tasty lunch of fish appetizers and pasta in a local restaurant, then admire sweeping views over Lake Como’s villas and gardens during a sightseeing cruise in a Venetian taxi. Disembark at Villa del Balbianello to take pics and enjoy the view, then cruise onwards to Bellagio, where you shall be guided through the wonderful Villa Melzi gardens, followed by a stroll along the lakeside.
What's included
What's included
- Guided walking Tour of Varenna
- Tickets to Villa Melzi
- Tasting of locally produced olive oil at a panoramic castle overlooking the lake
- Tickets to the Castle of Vezio
- Tickets to Villa del Balbianello
- Transportation up to the Castle of Vezio
- 2.5h Boat Tour (open top Venetian taxi) including stop at Villa del Balbianello
- Professional, English-speaking guide
Not included
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Itinerary
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Stop 1 · 1h
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Stop 2 · 30m
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Stop 3 · 15m
The group will enter the church and be given a detailed description.
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Stop 4 · 40m
Panoramic castle overlooking mid lake
Meeting point
Our Tour starts in front of the Ferry Terminal Ticket Office in Varenna at 1030 am . Just look for the team with a LAKE COMO FOR YOU sign !
If you are arriving from Como, Cernobbio or Moltrasio please do get in touch with us for directions.
End point
The tour ends in Bellagio. There are plenty of mid-lake shuttles or car ferries linking Bellagio to Varenna and other locations.
The last speedboat to Como will depart at the end of our tour. Our tour guide will be happy to show you departure point.
Traveller ratings
4.8
82 reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor
- 5 ★ 75
- 4 ★ 5
- 3 ★ 0
- 2 ★ 0
- 1 ★ 2
Good to know
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- A minimum of 2 adults per booking is required
- A maximum of 10 people per booking
- Dress code is casual, comfortable shoes
- A fair amount of walking is involved. The trail to the castle for the morning tasting entails a descent with some steep steps which must also be ascended on the return trip. Please make sure you are physically apt and wear comfortable walking shoes.
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- The tour runs rain or shine. In case of bad weather conditions it is possible that the tour undergoes some slight changes and that the transfer to Villa Balbianello is done using public transport and not with the private boat taxi due to safety reasons
- Please Note: hotel pickup is not included for this activity, please get in touch in case you wish for us to organise it as an extra.
Cancellation policy
If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Villa Balbianello and Flavors of Lake Como Walking and Boating Full-Day Tour take?
The experience lasts about 7h.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $1,318.83 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
Guided walking Tour of Varenna; Tickets to Villa Melzi; Tasting of locally produced olive oil at a panoramic castle overlooking the lake; Tickets to the Castle of Vezio; Tickets to Villa del Balbianello; Transportation up to the Castle of Vezio.
Where does it start?
Our Tour starts in front of the Ferry Terminal Ticket Office in Varenna at 1030 am . Just look for the team with a LAKE COMO FOR YOU sign ! If you are arriving from Como, Cernobbio or Moltrasio please do get in touch with us for directions.
Can I cancel?
If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in English, Italian.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 82 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Lake Como.
