Experience unique natural beauty, as you cruise down the lake from Bellagio through the very center and beating heart of Lake Como. Admire the XIX villas and noble mansions. Satisfy your curiosity about the architectural features, culture and history of Villa Balbianello stepping off the boat for a 1h guided tour of it, one of the main tourist attractions of Lake Como, built on a suggestive promontory overlooking the lake. Set for numerous film scripts: the second episode of the Star Wars saga (2002) and Martin Campbell's Casino Royale with the charming James Bond.
The tour ends at the Villa giving you the opportunity to have lunch at one of the many enchanting lakeside restaurants in Lenn...
Highlights
2 hours
Offered in English & Italian
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
2 hours
Offered in English & Italian
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Entrance Tickets to Villa del Balbianello (gardens + guided visit of the villa)
Friendly English speaking guide
1 h cruise (from Bellagio)
Gratuities
Hotel pick-up and drop-off - (Private transfers can be organised to fit your schedule)
Return Public Boat Ticket (Lenno/Bellagio) - Euro 4.60
Meeting Points
Departure
Hotel Excelsior Splendide
Meet us outside Hotel Excelsior Splendide in Bellagio. Our “Taste & Travel Italy” guide will be there to welcome you. The tour ends at Villa Balbianello.
Return
Villa del Balbianello
The tour ends at Villa Balbianello. You are free to relax in the gardens for as long as you like or enjoy lunch in the village of Lenno. Your guide will provide instructions on how to return to Bellagio by ferry.
LA DOLCE VITA : Lake Como 1h Cruise + Villa Balbianello (Guided)
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Bellagio
About
Experience unique natural beauty, as you cruise down the lake from Bellagio through the very center and beating heart of Lake Como. Admire the XIX villas and noble mansions. Satisfy your curiosity about the architectural features, culture and history of Villa Balbianello stepping off the boat for a 1h guided tour of it, one of the main tourist attractions of Lake Como, built on a suggestive promontory overlooking the lake. Set for numerous film scripts: the second episode of the Star Wars saga (2002) and Martin Campbell's Casino Royale with the charming James Bond.
The tour ends at the Villa giving you the opportunity to have lunch at one of the many enchanting lakeside restaurants in Lenn...
Highlights
2 hours
Offered in English & Italian
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
2 hours
Offered in English & Italian
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Entrance Tickets to Villa del Balbianello (gardens + guided visit of the villa)
Friendly English speaking guide
1 h cruise (from Bellagio)
Gratuities
Hotel pick-up and drop-off - (Private transfers can be organised to fit your schedule)
Return Public Boat Ticket (Lenno/Bellagio) - Euro 4.60
Meeting Points
Departure
Hotel Excelsior Splendide
Meet us outside Hotel Excelsior Splendide in Bellagio. Our “Taste & Travel Italy” guide will be there to welcome you. The tour ends at Villa Balbianello.
Return
Villa del Balbianello
The tour ends at Villa Balbianello. You are free to relax in the gardens for as long as you like or enjoy lunch in the village of Lenno. Your guide will provide instructions on how to return to Bellagio by ferry.
Itinerary
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Bellagio
Begin your tour in Bellagio by boarding our luxurious boat for a serene 1-hour cruise, where you’ll sail through the heart of Lake Como. As you glide along the shimmering waters, you’ll be captivated by the grand 19th-century noble villas lining the lakeshore, including Villa Serbelloni, Villa Melzi, Villa Carlotta, Villa La Cassinella and Villa Balbiano. You’ll also pass the historic Grand Hotel Tremezzo and the picturesque Isola Comacina. Along the way, enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of the lake’s three branches, all set against the dramatic backdrop of towering alpine peaks. Finally, reach the iconic Villa Balbianello, one of the lake's most celebrated landmarks, offering an unforgettable sight.
1 hour
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Villa del Balbianello
Villa del Balbianello is one of the main tourist attractions on Lake Como. Step off the boat and enjoy its magnificent gardens. Take photos at the Loggia and on the many charming terraces before joining a unique 1-hour guided tour of the villa. Count and explorer Guido Monzino was the last private owner. For many years, Villa Balbianello has been used as a set for films and photo shoots, including James Bond 007, Casino Royale, and Star Wars.
