Milan · PRIVATE BOAT TOURS
Hiring the hull turns Como from a ferry timetable into your own route. These 15 compare by the hour and by the day, driver included or licence-free, with what each costs split between four people.
Review of a Lake Como day tour from Milan with Como walking tour, private boat cruise, Varenna, Bellagio, guides, value, and practical tips.
“The scenes were amazing on the lake! The bus was comfy and the guide was great and full of knowledge. It was a great experience!”
Review of the Lake Como and Bellagio day trip from Milan, with a private boat cruise, free time in Como, practical tips, costs, and drawbacks.
“Loved the different stops! Great way to see all of lake como in one day by bus and ferry! Plenty of time in bellagio and como to ahop And eat. Simone was excellent. Our driver Donato was incredible too.”
See Como, Bellagio, and Varenna on an 11-hour Lake Como tour from Milan with a private boat, guided sightseeing, and free time.
“It was fantastic, plenty of free time, not too much guide time and the cruise was amazing, we sat up the front of ship.”
Review of the Lake Como and Bellagio day trip from Milan, with a private boat, Como walking tour, Villa Olmo, free time, and practical tips.
“Absolutely stunning tour! The boat ride on Lake Como and the visit to Bellagio were unforgettable. Well-organized, relaxing, and full of breathtaking views – highly recommended!”
See Lake Como by private speedboat, from Como to Nesso, with local guides, grand villas, swimming stops, and flexible 1 to 4 hour tours.
“Alice was an amazing guide! She was very knowledgeable about the Lake and made our experience very fun. Would recommend this excursion to anyone visiting Lake Como!”
Review of Lake Como’s Bellagio and Varenna tour by private boat, with villa gardens, guided walks, lunch advice, costs, and practical tips.
“A fabulous experience The tour guide was extremely knowledgeable friendly and went above and beyond to make sure our tour was exceptional I would not hesitate to recommend this tour and the tour guide to anyone who may be considering taking the tour It was conducted in a most professional manner and with exceptional knowledge of the subject The tour guide also provided extra information to make our stay in Como even more enjoyable”
Cruise Lake Como by private speedboat with local guides Pietro and Federica, famous villas, villages, swimming stops, and prosecco.
“Unforgettable Experience – A Must-Do in Lake Como! Our boat tour on Lake Como was absolutely magical—hands down the highlight of our entire trip! From the moment we stepped on board, everything was flawless. The boat was sleek, comfortable, and spotless, offering breathtaking panoramic views of the lake and surrounding mountains. We had a private tour with our family of four. Our captain Pietro and his partner Federica were not only knowledgeable but also incredibly welcoming. They shared fascinating stories and local history as we cruised past charming villages, grand villas, and picturesque gardens. They both grew up in Lake Como area so it was an extra treat to get…”
Rent a license-free boat on Lake Como for 1 to 4 hours, with fuel included, easy instruction, and room for up to six people.
“Amazing experience. Boat worked great and very clean/prepared. Easily added an extra hour to our trip on arrival with no hassle. Hosts were ready at the dock and very clear and informative with the instructions for the boat and rules of the lake. Such a great time. Highly recommend for a more personal and immersive experience.”
Take the wheel on Lake Como with a private two-hour motor boat rental, swimming stops, GPS, safety gear, and no license required.
“We had such a fantastic time driving the boat up along Lake Como. Our guide was friendly and patient, and told us everything we needed to know before we set off, and was waiting for us when we got back. The boat was comfortable, easy to drive and we had no issues at all. I’d highly recommend this experience for an unforgettable tour of Lake Como and to see some of the best sights (and hopefully a beautiful sunset on the lake too!).”
Rent a small boat on Lake Como without a license, swim at your own pace, and enjoy two private hours from Vassena.
“Wow! What an experience, if you do one thing do this! The staff are funny and friendly too, wish I did 3 hours!”
Review of a private Lake Como boat tour from Bellagio, with famous villas, local stories, swimming, Prosecco, and a flexible private skipper.
“This private boat tour with Pier was amazing. The boat was great, the guide Pier told us alot of information about the lake since he grew up here. Communication was perfect and easy. It was an extremely safe and fun experience for the whole family! We highly recommend.”
Take the wheel on a private three-hour Lake Como boat rental, with villa views, mountain scenery, swimming stops, and no license required.
“The boat was amazing, the company gave a quick 10 minute lesson to how to use the boat and gave us tips on where to go, the pick up point is a 2 minute walk from como lago train station. Would highly recommend”
Cruise Lake Como on a sleek six-person boat, passing famous villas, Nesso waterfall, Isola Comacina, and Villa Balbianello with a swim stop.
“Filippo was a great guide, and the boat tour we took was fantastic! It was a great 3 hour trip. Filippo answered all our questions and more. Plus there was free wine to sip on for us and other guests. Definitely take a jacket to prepare for the wind, but it's a fun time and cool way to see more of the lake.”
Drive your own speedboat on Lake Como for one hour, with Villa d’Este, Clooney’s villa, Nesso, swimming stops, and no license needed.
“Really good instructor was friendly and we had a good time on the lake once shown how to drive the rental , the boat was spacious and seats were comfy”
Review of a private Lake Como boat tour with villa views, swimming stops, local captains, prosecco, and flexible service for groups up to 10.
“This wasn't anything spectacular. First, the tour operator contacted us the day before to tell us the time we booked (1pm) was not available due to a Viator problem. They offered us a 9am or 4pm instead. We switched to 4pm. Then they tried to switch from the boat pictured in the listing to a traditional wooden boat! The only reason we booked this particular tour was because the boat has shade!! I told them absolutely not - just to cancel the tour. Then the boat miraculously was available again. Next... be aware of the pick-up location if you are not staying on the northern part of Lake Como. We…”
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