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Lake Como Private Cruise – Classic Wooden Molinari Boat, 1-4H

5.0 Excellent 30 reviews
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1h–4h
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English, Italian, Spanish
Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before Private tour Instant confirmation Live guide

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Overview

Guidekin summary

A private cruise for your own party on a wooden Molinari boat from Colonno, from one to four hours by day or at aperitif time, past Villa del Balbianello and round Isola Comacina. Prosecco for the adults and snacks are included, transfers are not, and there are infant seats; the price covers the whole group. 5 from 30 reviews at €300 per group/vehicle.

From the guide

Set sail on the iconic Molinari wooden boat for a private cruise on Lake Como, available from 1 to 4 hours and any time of day — from a bright daylight tour to an aperitif hour outing. Enjoy a leisurely cruise from Colonno, where the tranquil waters reflect the surrounding landscape. As you glide past stunning villas like Villa del Balbianello and Villa La Cassinella, the ambiance becomes enchanting. Circle Isola Comacina and savor prosecco and light snacks while soaking in the breathtaking views. This intimate cruise is perfect for couples and small groups seeking a relaxed and sophisticated outing on the lake.

Relax aboard the legendary Molinari, crafted for elegance and comfort
Choose your own duration, from 1 to 4 hours, any time of day — including the aperitif hour
Experience stunning views of famed villas and Isola Comacina
Enjoy prosecco and light snacks included on board

Tour options

The operator sells this tour in 4 versions. Prices are the operator's current list for two travellers; the calendar shows the exact figure for your date and party.

Wooden boat tour 1H

from €300 per group
Guide: English, Spanish, Italian

Duration: 1 hour

Wooden boat tour 2H

from €600 per group
Guide: English, Spanish, Italian

Duration: 2 hours

Wooden boat tour 3H

from €900 per group
Guide: English, Spanish, Italian

Duration: 3 hours

Wooden boat tour 4H

from €1200 per group
Guide: English, Spanish, Italian

Duration: 4 hours

Schedule & Availability

Runs daily
Departures: 11:30, 12:45, 14:00, 15:15, 16:30, 17:45, 19:00, 20:15
Available year-round

This tour runs daily, departing at 11:30, 12:45, 14:00, 15:15, 16:30, 17:45, 19:00, 20:15. It runs year-round. These are the operator’s scheduled departures, not a live seat count: availability is confirmed at checkout. Schedule last checked September 26, 2026.

What's Included

Alcoholic beverages: Prosecco & aperitivo snack included only for adults (over 18 years of age)
Surcharges on fuel: Fuel included
Snacks

What's Not Included

Private transportation: Transportation to and from the meeting point is not included

Itinerary

Bellagio Stop 1
Si parte dal punto più iconico e suggestivo del lago, Bellagio, la Perla del Lago, lasciandoci alle spalle i suoi colori pastello. (sono disponibili altri punti d'incontro, l'itinerario può variare in base al punto di partenza scelto)
15 min
Colonno Stop 2
Departure from Colonno along the western shore of Lake Como, setting a calm pace as the evening light begins to soften.
15 min
Villa Del Balbianello Stop 3
Cruise past the iconic Villa del Balbianello, admired from the water for its dramatic terraces and famous film appearances, including Star Wars and James Bond.
Pass by
Villa del Balbiano - Complesso Architettonico di Ossuccio (ante 1778) Stop 4
Admire Villa del Balbiano from the lake, one of the grandest historic villas on Lake Como, set against the Ossuccio shoreline.
15 min
Admission included
Sala Comacina Stop 5
Cruise past the quiet lakeside village of Sala Comacina, known for its peaceful atmosphere and scenic waterfront.
Pass by
Isola Comacina Stop 6
Circle Isola Comacina, the only island on Lake Como, enjoying the surrounding waters and sunset atmosphere while relaxing on board.
30 min
L'icona dell'accoglienza di lusso sul lago Stop 7
5 min
Tremezzo Stop 8
Splendido borgo turistico del lago di Como
5 min
Golfo di Venere Stop 9
Le Gemme di Lenno: ammireremo dal lago il Parco Mayer, la Chiesa di San Lorenzo, e le architetture uniche di Villa Sola Cabiati, Villa Amila e Villa Pessina.
20 min
Lenno Stop 10
Splendido borgo incastontato nel golfo di Venere
5 min
Menaggio Stop 11
Come un quadro vivente questo borgo nobiliare possiede una delle promenades più eleganti d'Europa, adornata da palme, fiori variopinti e ringhiere in ferro battuto
15 min
Cadenabbia di Griante Stop 12
Navigheremo passando per i borghi di Griante e Cadenabbia note per le dimore signorili e in stile Liberty. Qui soggiornarono molti personaggi illustri come Giuseppe Verdi e Stendhal
10 min
Varenna Stop 13
Ci dirigeremo verso Varenna, il villaggio degli innamorati. Meraviglioso borgo incastonato nel lago.
15 min
Villa Monastero Stop 14
Vedremo quindi villa Monastero, suggestivo complesso architettonico del ‘500, un tempo fu convento di monache cistercensi. Oggi è una delle attrazioni turistiche principali, con la sua casa museo e i giardini botanici che accolgono tantissime specie vegetali. E' possibile visitare i giardini, prenotando in anticipo sul sito della villa
10 min
I Giardini Di Villa Melzi Stop 15
Concluderemo il tour con una vista mozzafiato sul promontorio di Bellagio e il suo borgo storico, il "cuore" del Lago di Como.
10 min

Departure & Return

Start point

Hello, see you at meeting point in Lezzeno, directly on the floating pier., Hello, see you at meeting point in Pescallo (Bellagio) in via san Biagio 1. , Hello, see you at meeting point in Bellagio punta Spartivento, Via Eugenio Vitali, 22021 Bellagio CO, Italia To reach the dock you have to walk on the left side of the pier and go down the iron stairs, Hello, see you at meeting point in Molo Riva Grande, 23829 Varenna LC, the floating pier in front of the Gelateria "La Passerella". , Hello, see you at meeting point in Piazza Filzi Fabio, 12A, 22019 Tremezzo CO, Italy, on the public pier in front of Ristorante "La Locanda", Hello, see you at meeting point in via Carlo Lomazzi, 7, 22016 Lenno CO, Italy, directly on the public pier.

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End point

Hello, see you at meeting point in Lezzeno, directly on the floating pier., Hello, see you at meeting point in Pescallo (Bellagio) in via san Biagio 1. , Hello, see you at meeting point in Bellagio punta Spartivento, Via Eugenio Vitali, 22021 Bellagio CO, Italia To reach the dock you have to walk on the left side of the pier and go down the iron stairs, Hello, see you at meeting point in Molo Riva Grande, 23829 Varenna LC, the floating pier in front of the Gelateria "La Passerella". , Hello, see you at meeting point in Piazza Filzi Fabio, 12A, 22019 Tremezzo CO, Italy, on the public pier in front of Ristorante "La Locanda", Hello, see you at meeting point in via Carlo Lomazzi, 7, 22016 Lenno CO, Italy, directly on the public pier.

Additional Information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

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

1+ daysFull refund
0-1 daysNo refund

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Ranked #34 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. Compare all 67 Boat Tours

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