Lake Como: Villa del Balbianello, Villa Melzi & Bellagio full-day tour

4.73 reviews
Duration
7 Hours
Location
Como Türkiye
Host or Greeter
English, Turkish
Pickup Optional
Please wait at the main security gate of your hotel 10 minutes before your scheduled pickup time.

About This Activity

Your day begins at the Como waterfront, where you'll board our private boat for a scenic cruise along Lake Como's western shore. With a maximum of 10 guests, this is an intimate experience — no large groups, no rushed schedules.

The first stop is Villa del Balbianello, the iconic lakeside estate perched on the tip of a wooded promontory. You may recognise it from Star Wars: Episode II and Casino Royale — its terraced gardens and dramatic setting have made it one of the most filmed locations in Italy. After visiting the villa grounds, you'll walk down to Lenno village, where you can sit down for lunch at a local restaurant and soak in the atmosphere at your own pace.

From Lenno, the boat crosses to Bellagio, known as the Pearl of Lake Como. A guided visit to Villa Melzi's botanical gardens gives you access to one of the lake's finest neoclassical estates. Afterwards, your guide leads a walking tour through Bellagio's cobblestone lanes, historic centre, and panoramic viewpoints, followed by free time to explore the town's boutiques and waterfront.

The return cruise to Como completes the loop with relaxed lakeside views as the perfect end to the day.

Small group of max 10 guests aboard our private boat — no crowded tours
Breathtaking panoramic views of lakeside villas, mountains, and alpine scenery
Visit Villa del Balbianello Gardens, filming location of Star Wars and Casino Royale
Stroll through Villa Melzi's botanical gardens on the Bellagio waterfront
Guided walking tour of Bellagio with free time to explore at your own pace

Meeting Point Options

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Meeting Point Options

This activity includes a designated meeting point. Please arrange your own transportation and arrive at least 15 minutes prior to the departure time.
Small group of max. 10 guests.
Professional guide, this tour is conducted in English only.
Admissions to Villa del Balbianello gardens & Villa Melzi gardens.
Transportation by our private boat, reserved exclusively for your group.
Whisper audio system to clearly hear your guide throughout the tour.
Two villages. Two villa gardens. One unforgettable day on the lake.
Villa del Balbianello interior (due to time constraints).
Villa Melzi interior (private residence opened only for events).
Lunch is not included in the tour to provide you with flexibility, but we can reserve a table at a recommended restaurant for your convenience.
Pick-up or drop-off, guests must reach the meeting point at Piazza Cavour 26, Como, on their own.
Private tour: this experience is shared, max. 10 participants per group.
People over 70 years
Children under 14 years
People with low level of fitness
People with back problems
Wheelchair users
Alcohol and drugs
Baby strollers
Pets
Comfortable clothes
Comfortable shoes

Hotel Pickup Options

Check if your hotel/address is covered: Pickup service is available from selected areas.
You can add your exact address during checkout or up to 24 hours before your activity.
Absolutely not suitable for anyone with knee or back issues. The villages around Lake Como are built on steep terrain with uneven, sloped streets—good physical condition is essential. Please do not book if you're not prepared for this.

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Adult x 1, Child x 0, Infant x 0

Itinerary

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Como

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Detailed Stop

30 MinuteVisit
1 Hour

Scenic cruise along Lake Como's western shore with views of lakeside villas, mountains, and alpine scenery.

Villa del Balbianello, Tremezzina, Province of Como, Italy

30 MinuteOptional
1 HourVisit

Explore the iconic estate on a wooded promontory, famous as a filming location for Star Wars and Casino Royale.

Detailed Stop

30 MinuteVisit
20 Minutes

Walk from the villa down to Lenno village.

Lenno, Province of Como, Italy

30 MinuteOptional
1 HourOptionalExtra FeeLunch

Free time to explore and enjoy lunch at a lakeside restaurant.

Detailed Stop

30 MinuteVisit
20 Minutes

Cross the lake from Lenno to Bellagio.

Giardini di Villa Melzi D'Eril, I Giardini di Villa Melzi, Via Lungo Lario Manzoni, Bellagio, Province of Como, Italy

30 MinuteOptional
45 MinutesVisit

Guided visit through one of Lake Como's finest botanical gardens on the Bellagio waterfront.

Bellagio, Province of Como, Italy

30 MinuteVisit
1 HourOptionalGuided tour

Guided walking tour through cobblestone lanes and panoramic viewpoints, followed by free time to explore.

Detailed Stop

30 MinuteOptional
1 Hour

Relaxed return cruise to Como with panoramic lakeside views as the perfect end to the day.

Como

30 MinuteVisit

Finish Activities

Customer Reviews

4.7
Based on 3 reviews
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Elizabeth A.
3 weeks ago
An great tour. The guide was so knowledgeable. Definitely a highlight of our trip!
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Patricia R.
Recently
An fantastic experience from start to finish. Definitely a highlight of our trip!
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Karen E.
2 weeks ago
An great day out for the whole family. Definitely a highlight of our trip!
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