Shared Boat Tour of Lake Como
Set sail from Como for a fascinating boat tour to discover the historic villas and picturesque landscapes of Lake Como.
Admire the city of Como, with the majestic dome of the cathedral, the Volcano temple and one of the most beloved villas of Lake Como, Villa Olmo. The tour continues to Cernobbio, where you can enjoy Villa d'Este, Villa Erba, location of the movie "Ocean Twelve" and Villa Pizzo, where the wedding of John Legend took place. Along the way, you will be fascinated by some of the most enchanting mansions on Lake Como, such as Villa Fontanelle owned by Gianni Versace and Villa Punta Torriggia. The tour stops in front of Villa Oleandra, the famous home of George Clooney and then continues to the opposite shore to admire Villa Pliniana, Hotel Sereno and the luxurious Mandarin Oriental, a 5-star hotel. The journey ends with Villa Trubetzkoy and the Fountain of Villa Geno.
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Shared Boat Tour of Lake Como
What's included in Shared Boat Tour of Lake Como
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Villa ErbaPass-by Only
Villa Erba, a splendid residence in Cernobbio on Lake Como, was built on an ancient monastery and was transformed into a sumptuous residence in 1816 by General Pino. Later it became the property of the Erba family, who took care of its elegant appearance in Mannerist style, immersed in a monumental park.
Villa OlmoPass-by Only
Villa Olmo, a neoclassical masterpiece overlooking Lake Como, was built between 1782 and 1787 for the Marquis Odescalchi, designed by Simone Cantoni. Famous for its elegant architecture and scenic park, it has welcomed illustrious guests over the centuries. Since 1925 it has been owned by the municipality and is now home to cultural events and prestigious exhibitions.
Villa Oleandra, an elegant 18th century residence in Laglio on Lake Como, was born as a country villa in 1720. Restored over time by noble families such as the Stoppani and Antongini, it reached its current appearance in 1868. Its worldwide fame exploded in 2002 with the purchase by George Clooney, who transformed the villa into a symbol of luxury and VIP retreat on the lake.
Inclusions
- Shared boat tour (90 minutes)
- Gratuities
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Not recommended for travellers suffering from seasickness
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- The meeting point is the pier called Como S.Augustine in Via Lungo Lario Trieste 28, Como. (opposite the Bar Lario) Our staff wear fluorescent green jackets. Set the following coordinates: 45.815461510599526, 9.082991499781919
