--- title: Best of Lake Como Experience from Milan, Cruise and Landscapes lang: en type: tour city: Milan country: Italy price: 77 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.65 reviews: 516 duration_minutes: 600 languages: [en, es] free_cancellation: true rank_in_category: 15 of 16 (Lake Como Day Trips) schedule_checked: 2026-09-25 data_updated: 2026-09-25 canonical: https://guidekin.com/italy/milan/tours/best-of-lake-como-experience-from-milan-cruise-and-landscapes/ --- # Best of Lake Como Experience from Milan, Cruise and Landscapes **Guidekin's take:** A coach day from Milan to Como and Bellagio with a lake cruise and free time in both towns, headsets for larger groups and a choice of English or Spanish tour leader. Food and hotel pickup are not included, and because the route may cross into Switzerland an original passport or EU ID is required. 4.65 from 516 reviews at €77 per person. ## Overview Discover one of northern Italy’s most charming areas on a full-day guided tour to Lake Como, a favorite destination of celebrities. Visit the lovely towns of Como and Bellagio, enjoy a relaxing lake cruise, and admire breathtaking views. During the comfortable bus ride from Milan, your guide will share interesting facts about the region’s history and natural beauty. Take a short ferry ride across the lake to Bellagio, known as the “Pearl of the Lake.” Spend some free time exploring this peaceful and romantic town. Then, board a boat for a scenic cruise to Como. Admire elegant lakeside villas, sparkling waters, and the surrounding mountains. With high-speed Wi-Fi onboard, you can even make a video call from the middle of the lake! Upon arrival in Como, enjoy free time to walk around the historic center, where nature, culture, and tradition meet. ## Before you book - Meeting point: Meeting point in Piazza IV Novembre, - Entry ticket included: skip the ticket desk - Starts 08:30: one departure a day - Food not included: bring or buy your own - Strollers OK: infants accepted ## Key facts - Price: from €77 per person - Duration: 10h - Rating: 4.65/5 from 516 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Recommended by 93% of travellers (share of four- and five-star reviews) - Operator: Veditalia ## 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 | |---|---|---|---| | Spanish Tour Option | €77 / person | Spanish | This option includes a bilingual tour (Spanish + second language), though it may occasionally be conducted monolingual | | English Tour Option | €77 / person | English | This option includes a bilingual tour (English + second language), though it may occasionally be conducted monolingual | ## What's included - No queues: skip-the-line tickets for boat (if option selected) - Audio headsets provided (over 10 participants) - Air-conditioned vehicle - Professional English/Spanish-speaking Tour Leader ## Not included - Food and drinks - hotel pick-up ## Itinerary 1. **meeting point** (pass by, no stop) 2. **Cadenabbia di Griante** (pass by, no stop) - small village on the lake 3. **Bellagio** (2h) - pearl of the lake, lunch break and free time 4. **Como** (2h) - walk and free time 5. **Ferry Terminal** (pass by, no stop) ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 08:30 - Schedule last checked: 2026-09-25 - 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. ## Meeting point Meeting point in Piazza IV Novembre, next the Hotel Gallia. Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the starting time. In case of late arrival at the meeting point and missed tour departure, no refund will be possible ## Good to know - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Public transportation options are available nearby - Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - Since the tour’s route might require the bus to cross the border between Italy and Switzerland, non-European citizens are required to present a passport to pass Swiss customs, while European citizens can use a valid ID card. All documents must be original (no photocopies or digital versions). - A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements - Comfortable walking shoes are recommended - During hot days, wear a hat to protect yourself from the sun - Transportation by Coach from/to MIlan. We are not responsible for valuables left on the bus - Should we reach the required number of participants for a single group, the tour will operate in a single language rather than bilingually - This tour uses public boat services, so free time at each destination may slightly vary due to schedules, traffic, or other circumstances beyond our control. - In case of late arrival at the meeting point and missed tour departure, NO REFUND will be possible. ## Compared with other Lake Como Day Trips | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #15 of 16** | €77 | 10h | 4.65 (516) | shared | | [Small-Group Lake Como & Lugano: 2 Countries in 1 Day, Boat Cruise](/italy/milan/tours/small-group-lake-como-lugano-2-countries-in-1-day-boat-cruise/?format=md) | €139 | 10h | 4.96 (1544) | shared | | [Small-Group Lake Como: Bellagio, Varenna, Hidden Gorge & Boat](/italy/milan/tours/small-group-lake-como-bellagio-varenna-hidden-gorge-boat/?format=md) | €119 | 10h | 4.94 (860) | shared | | [Small-Group Lake Como Experience with Boat and Van from Milan](/italy/milan/tours/small-group-lake-como-experience-with-boat-and-van-from-milan/?format=md) | €85 | 10h 30m | 4.97 (235) | shared | Ranked #15 of 16 in Lake Como Day Trips by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). 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