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title: Lake Como Private Boat Tour from Bellagio with a Local
lang: en
type: tour
city: Lake Como
country: Italy
price: 320
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_group
availability: bookable
rating: 5
reviews: 364
duration_minutes: 60
duration_max_minutes: 120
languages: [en]
free_cancellation: true
guidekin_pick: Private cruise with commentary
rank_in_category: 1 of 67 (Boat Tours)
schedule_checked: 2026-09-26
data_updated: 2026-10-01
canonical: https://guidekin.com/italy/lake-como/tours/lake-como-private-boat-tour-from-bellagio-with-a-local/
---

# Lake Como Private Boat Tour from Bellagio with a Local

**Guidekin's take:** A private boat out of Bellagio with a local skipper who narrates the villas you pass and pulls in for a swim, with a bottle of Italian prosecco opened on board. The boat is for your party only and priced per group, fuel and navigation fees are covered, and the prosecco goes to adults only. 5 from 364 reviews at €320 per group/vehicle for 1h–2h.

## Overview

This is more than just a tour - it's an experience that will take you trough the waters of Lake Como, passing by historic villas, hidden gems accessible only by boat, breathtaking views and stunning natural panoramas surrounded by majestic mountains.
A bottle of high-quality Prosecco is included on board, so you can celebrate your adventure!
Discover the true spirit of Lake Como with a local skipper, we promise you'll fall in love with the lake.
Don't worry, we will decide together the departure time of your tour.
Our bases are in Bellagio, very close to the town center, on request we can pick you up from other location such as Varenna, Tremezzo, Menaggio, Lenno and Lezzeno.
We'll be happy to assist you with any information you need and send you the exact pick-up point that is most convenient for you.
It will be very easy, and we'll provide full assistance along the way!

## Key facts

- Price: from €320 per group/vehicle for the 1 hour cruise option; other options up to €850
- Duration: 1h–2h
- Rating: 5.0/5 from 364 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Recommended by 100% of travellers (share of four- and five-star reviews)
- Operator: Ermes Boat Tours

## Tour options

Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page.

| Option | Price | Guide languages | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 hour cruise | €320 per group | English | -: Arrange your preferred departure time directly with us. |
| 2 hours exlusive guided cruise | €600 per group | English | -: Arrange your preferred departure time directly with us. |
| 3 hours | €850 per group | English | -: Arrange your preferred departure time directly with us. |

## What's included

- Bottled water
- Original Italian Prosecco
- Fuel and all navigation fees
- Live commentary on board
- Swimming stop
- Private boat with driver for your group only

## Itinerary

1. **Bellagio** (pass by, no stop) - you will live an unforgettable experience, seeing the most beautiful and famous villas on Lake Como, such as the famous Villa del Balbianello, Villa La Cassinella and the most beautiful villages overlooking the lake and much more. aperitif included on board and possibility of...
2. **Parco di Villa Serbelloni** (pass by, no stop) - Villa Serbelloni is a jewel dominates two branches of lake como, now it's a property of Rockefeller foundation.
3. **Borgo di Pescallo** (pass by, no stop) - Pescallo is a place where time seems to have stood still, far from the chaos, where nature meets the lake, it was once a fishing village.
4. **I Giardini Di Villa Melzi** (pass by, no stop) - Ranked among the most beautiful gardens in Italy, they overlook the lake. from the boat you can see them from a unique perspective, admiring the villa and the centuries-old plants that are part of the garden.
5. **Villa Del Balbianello** (pass by, no stop) - It's the queen of the lake, both for its beauty and its history. Famous films like Star Wars and Casino Royale were filmed at the villa.
6. **Villa del Balbiano - Complesso Architettonico di Ossuccio (ante 1778)** (pass by, no stop) - An iconic villa where the famous movie House of Gucci was filmed, its style and garden make it unique. From the boat, you can see it from a unique perspective.
7. **Isola Comacina** (pass by, no stop) - The only island on Lake Como, many stories and legends are told about the island. It's located in the calmest part of the Lake Como, there you can swim and cool off. from the boat, you can admire it in all its untouched beauty.

## Schedule

- Runs: daily
- Schedule last checked: 2026-09-26
- These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout.

## Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

## Good to know

- 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
- The travelers who can consume alcohol are 18 years old.

## Cost for your party

| People | Total | Per person |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | €320 | €160 |
| 4 | €320 | €80 |

Cheapest option for that party size from the operator's current price tiers; the calendar shows the exact figure for your date. Shared tours in Boat Tours start at €45 per person.

## Compared with other Boat Tours

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #1 of 67** | €320 per group | 1h–2h | 5.0 (364) | private |
| [Lake Como Authentic Private Lounge Cruise with Open Bar](/italy/lake-como/tours/lake-como-authentic-private-lounge-cruise-with-open-bar/?format=md) | €300 per group | 1h | 4.98 (410) | private |
| [Small-Group Lake Como & Lugano: 2 Countries in 1 Day, Boat Cruise](/italy/lake-como/tours/small-group-lake-como-lugano-2-countries-in-1-day-boat-cruise/?format=md) | €139 | 10h | 4.96 (1545) | shared |
| [Private Cruise on Lake Como with Luxury Motorboat from 1H to 4H](/italy/lake-como/tours/private-cruise-on-lake-como-with-luxury-motorboat-from-1h-to-4h/?format=md) | €320 per group | 1h | 5.0 (153) | private |

Ranked #1 of 67 in Boat Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €45 to €1200, median €148; typical length 2h. 48 of 67 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market.

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