It was very beautiful and it was very smooth ride I strongly recommend
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What's Included
Includes
- Bottled water
- Italian Prosecco
Excludes
Departure & Return
Departure Point
- Meeting at the jetty in front of BAR LARIO, The speedboat has on the side the code : The Black Pearl
Return
- Meeting at the jetty in front of BAR LARIO, The speedboat has on the side the code : The Black Pearl
Itinerary
I'll wait for you on the Como pier at the Lario bar where we'll sail for our incredible adventure. Leaving the harbor on our left we might appreciate the electrical monument AND the outer dam we will skirt to gain the western shore of the lake. After passing the hangar from where seaplanes depart we find Villa elmo currently owned by the Municipality that uses it for exhibitions and events, unforgettable fashion show set up in 2019 by sweet gabbana that has captured the attention of the whole world.
Leaving the port on our left we could appreciate the Life Elettric monument and the breakwater that we will skirt to gain the western shore of the lake.
After the hangar from where the seaplanes leave, we find Villa Olmo currently owned by the Municipality that uses it for exhibitions and events, an unforgettable fashion show set up in 2019 by Dolce & Gabbana that captured the attention of the whole world.
We will continue passing Tavernola and Cernobbio Apprezzando Villa Erba, the spectacular luxurious hotel in Villa d'Este where in 2019 the Obama and George Clooney family mentioned, to then reach Punta pizzo from where the property of the villa le fontanelle once by Gianni Versace extends, inside the property we can appreciate the octagonal church which can be rented for private weddings at a cost of € 15,000 per hour.
Continuing to climb the western shore we will pass Moltrasio Carate Urio and reach Laglio where the beautiful Villa Oleandra home of George Clooney is located.
Passing by the island we will appreciate the Gulf of Sala Comacina and the lido of Ossuccio, so we will see the beautiful Villa Barbiano set movie of the House of Gucci and the most beautiful Villa of the lake Villa la Cassinella once by Richard Branson. We will then continue to Villa del Balbianello.
We will climb up to the villa del Balbianello and coast along the gulf of Venus.
Stop for 50 minutes to visit Bellagio. From Villa Balbianello we will cross the lake reaching the magnificent Villa Melzi in Bellagio where Napoleon Bonaparte also lived, skirting the gardens we will reach the square of Bellagio, passing it we will gain the tip where the lake divides into two branches called the windward tip.
We pass the tip and enter the branch of Lecco.
We will continue sailing in the direction of Varenna, one of the most beautiful and characteristic villages of the lake that we will be able to admire while sailing along the coast.
We leave for Como, descending the other coast passing through Lezzeno, towards Nesso.
Returning along the coast we will reach the Orrido di Nesso and the Roman bridge.
Continuing along the coast we will reach the Villa Pliniana Where the legends of ghosts linger, then skirting around visiting the Grand Hotel "Il Sereno" Recently renovated by the Victoria secret San bart group.
We will then pass through Mandarin Oriental and Villa Troubetzkoy finally return to Como for the dropoff.
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Reviews
I had a wonderful experience exploring the different towns on the lake. We stopped at several notable areas, and the guide was very nice, making the trip even more enjoyable.
The guide stopped and showed landmarks on the way to the stops. Very gracious and generous host
Lica was a wonderful guide. This was honestly one of our best days ever. The scenery was breathtaking, the music was so fun and Luca was a great captain!! Highly suggest this tour
Our voyage was in late September if I didn’t book it through via I would’ve been able to get the boat ride for half price. There are plenty of operators in Como begging for passages. The scenery speaks for itself, and the captain of the boat was unexceptional so really I think any boat would’ve been fine.
Everything was perfectly organised and always on time. The team were incredibly friendly, professional and welcoming, which made the whole experience even more enjoyable. Beautiful views, great service, and a lovely experience from start to finish. Highly recommended!
Amazing ❤️ no words only emotions 😍
Excellent service\! The gentleman steering the boat was absolutely lovely and made our trip incredibly enjoyable and memorable\. We had a fantastic experience from start to finish\. Highly recommended\! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Wonderful tour, thank you so much sir
Highly recommended Luca captain is most kindest most experienced captain. Amazing experience for the money.
An incredible experience! We rented a boat (which can hold up to 9 people) for just our small party of 3 to celebrate my mom's birthday. It was pure luxury, far more comfortable than public ferries, and surprisingly reasonable. Stunning views and perfect memories! 10/10!
Excellent excursion! Luca is awesome. Beautiful views of the lake and a good taste of lakeside towns.
This is a SCAM! The trip was booked for August 29th. Either TripAdvisor or the Tour Guide moved it to the 28th. Additionally, when I contacted the Tour Guide about the mistake, he said he would not refund the money but I could pay €300 in cash on top of the already ~€480 already paid! When I explained what happened, he went further and said he would refund the ~€480 and I had to pay him €600 in cash! Complete scammer. Do NOT use this company.
Amazing experience. Luca was the best!!! Definitely do it again if I got the chance!!
Amazing experience!! Unreal views & great service from the captain. Free beers too for the journey. Highly recommend.
This was easily the best experience I’ve had. Our driver was so great and showed us the cool spots along the lake. The views were breathtaking and the stops had enough time to explore. Highly recommend if you’re in como!!
A great and thrilling time on the lake, great oppurtunity to take photos, videos, and videos in slow-motion
Every thing was perfect And the atmosphere was very nice
very nice captain and wonderful expierience! Highly recomend!
Captai Jack for ever ! Gracias
Very friendly and knowledgeable. Enjoyable throughout
Awesome experience! Wear a swimsuit, sunscreen and a hat! Luca our captain was the best!
The trip was largely just a boat trip to the two towns with quick stops for photos at 2 villas To that end it was excellent, particularly given the queues at the ferry docks which would have made the same trip cheaper but prob diabolical. The first stop we lucked into a restaurant across from hotel Florence and lucked into a lakefront table under tree cover which proved to be the highlight of the two stops. The second stop was very crowded and seemed less picturesque But at the end of the day a great way to get a flavour of what’s around Como via the lake
Excellent experience highly recommended don’t miss long boat trip when you visit Como Enjoy !
It’s wonderful and everything was good
Amazing trip - the Captain was the best
Awesome!!!! Super skipper fun smooth ride
Luca was an amazing guide!!!! One of the highlights of our trip!!
Extremely overpriced tour. This is especially true if you book in advance. The same day operators are significantly less expensive so be aware when deciding. I suggest consulting with the hotel concierge for booking advice. There are many alternative companies more than half the price. Despite this price gauging, the captain of our tour was professional and informative and overall it was an enjoyable experience.
Louis was the perfect Capitaine !
We had a fabulous time with Luca- if you’re a family or couple or anyone don’t even think twice about booking this experience vs ferry travel. We looked at the ppl on the ferry like they were victims as we sipped champagne and were guided beautifully through the lake.
Amazing trip around Lake Como for our honeymoon with our guide Luca. We had a private tour which was so romantic and a great way to explore the villages around the lake. Luca had great local knowledge and we had a truly wonderful time.
Great boat. Great guide. A little pricey.
Luca was great!! We had an amazing time on our 4 hour tour. Perfect way to see Lake Como
This was such an amazing experience!! It was beautiful!!
It was an absolutely unforgettable experience! Cruising across the breathtaking waters of Lake Como was truly magical. The scenery was stunning, the atmosphere was peaceful, and every moment felt like something out of a movie. We created memories that will stay with us forever. Highly recommended to anyone visiting Lake Como!
Was a great time and worth the price
We had two trips on the lake with Andrea, and it was wonderful, fun and very interesting. Great playlist and drinks onboard!
Such an amazing time!!! Our guide Luca was so amazing and kind. Super time.
Excellent ecperience with captain Luka, highly recommended
Disappointing and overpriced tour. Extremely hot day with no shade available on the boat. Operator did not offer any refreshments until the last 30 minutes of tour despite having coolers full of water/soda. Tour is advertised as 4 hours, but in reality only 2 hours are spent in the boat as guests are dropped off for the other 2 hours to explore on their own. Music was cool and boat operator was kind but no recommendations or guidance was given to guests to maximize their experience — felt like an overpriced boat taxi service.
Very good expierence en very kind man
Very nice trip and captain was amazing
My family and I had a wonderful time. We were only in Como for 1 night/2 days so this 4 hour tour was perfect!!
Very nice trip and nice atmosphere
There was some confusion when we first got to the dock as they didn’t have our party of five on the schedule even though we had the confirmation. However, Luca went above and beyond to make it right and we ended up having a great tour around the lake. Would definitely recommend!
Weren’t told to arrive early to sign a vouture. Places on the boat were sold just before we sailed apparently at a lower price than on Viator. Waited for late guests. Multiple languages. Captain spoke more to the guests sitting by him. If you don’t want to sit in the sun get in line early to get under the bimini. Bellagio visit was a huge disappointment. We stopped at the tip where the lake diverges. One restaurant was there. 20 minute walk 1 way to town if you wanted to actually experience Bellagio. With only a 60 minute stop it didn’t seem worth it. Restaurant was good but next we went a few minutes further to Valerno where there were many restaurants but didn’t know this in advance. The lake and area are beautiful, if you want a pleasant boat ride on Lake Como and shown a few famous homes this works. The itinerary printed was not followed and not much other information was given. Captain was friendly and competent. We did get the full 4 hours after a bit of a late start. Overall I had come to expect better from Viator.
We had such a great time touring Lake Como. 100% would do it again!
Our driver was great. He knew about all the villas and spots. Verona and Belligio were fun and great place for shopping and eating.
My first visit to Lake Como, and it already feels like one of those places you could return to endlessly. By noon, the standard ferry tickets were completely sold out—so we pivoted and booked a 9-pax private boat with The Black Pearl. In hindsight, it was the best decision we could have made. Our skipper, Luca, set the tone immediately—warm, personable, and incredibly knowledgeable. As we cruised from Como towards Bellagio, he pointed out the iconic lakeside villas, sharing stories that made the journey feel far more intimate than any standard tour. We were given an hour to explore Bellagio at our own pace—just enough time to wander its charming streets and soak in the views—before continuing on to Varenna for another relaxed stop. The experience wrapped up back in Como, leaving us with a beautifully condensed yet memorable snapshot of the lake. If you're short on time or want to skip the queues, I’d absolutely recommend this. It’s a seamless, well-paced way to experience the highlights of Lake Como—with a touch of exclusivity that makes it all the more special.
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