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COMO 1hr Cruise + Bellagio + Lunch + Villa Melzi

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Summary
Experience Details
What You’ll Experience
Where to Meet
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Location
Como
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Duration
8 hours
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Number of Guests
4 - 8 guests
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Language
English, Italian
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Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Cruise from Como to Bellagio, explore elegant villas, and savor a local lunch. Dive into history, culture, and the stunning gardens of Villa Melzi for a true taste of Italy.

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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

Experience unique natural beauty, as you cruise down the lake from Como through the very center and beating heart of Lake Como: Bellagio, admiring XIX villas and noble mansion (Villa Oleandra, George Clooney’s Summerhouse, Villa Fontanelle, Historical Versace Family’s house, Villa Le Rose, Villa Pizzo, Villa d’Este, Villa Erba, Villa Balbianello, Villa Carlotta, Villa Melzi). Satisfy your curiosity about the architectural features, culture and history of the hamlet stepping off the boat in Bellagio. Experience with your guide the true flavor, the sounds, the smells and the very life of this enchanting village and its surrounding walking through its picturesque steep stone alleys admiring the elegance of its boutiques. Enjoy local dishes at a charming hill top restaurant and mingle with your new travel companions over a glass of red wine. Stroll along the magnificent gardens of Villa Melzi to relax and finish creating your unforgettable Italian memory.

What You Get

1 h cruise with captain (Como/Bellagio)
Lunch at a charming hill top restaurant (starter, first course, water, a glass of wine, coffee)
Friendly English speaking guide (You will meet her in Bellagio)
Gratuities
Hotel pick-up and drop-off - (Private transfers can be organised to fit your schedule)
The costs of any drinks or food that are not explicitly listed in the programme

Good To Know

  • A fair amount of walking is involved. Please take note that during this tour we will ascend and descend the hilly townlands around Bellagio so make sure you are physically adapt and wear comfortable walking shoes.
  • Please bring a bottle of water; alternatively you can purchase one near the meeting point.
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby

What You’ll Experience

1

Como

Meet your captain in Como and embark on its luxury boat to enjoy a relaxing and unforgettable 1 h cruise down the lake through the very center and beating heart of Lake Como, admiring its XIX villas and noble mansion with superb views of the lake’s three branches against a towering alpine background.
1 hourAdmission Ticket Free

Villa Olmo (Pass By)

A stunning XVIII century villa built for the Odescalchi family. Today it houses exhibitions and events.

Villa Erba (Pass By)

Villa Erba and its grounds sit on the site of a former nunnery which was founded at the end of the XI century. The general Domenico Pino, owner of Villa d'Este bought part of it in 1816 and transformed the nunnery into a manor house. Today a stunning exhibition and conference center, often used as a cinema and television set.

Cernobbio (Pass By)

A charming village which hosts the most luxurious 5 stars hotel: Villa d'Este.

Villa Le Fontanelle (Pass By)

It was built in the first half of the XIX century for the eccentric Lord Currie. The fashion designer Gianni Versace bought it in 1977.

Villa Pliniana (Pass By)

One of the most prestigious villas at Lake Como which hosts sumptuous events.

Laglio (Pass By)

Villa Oleandra - George Clooney's summer House.

Orrido Di Nesso (Pass By)

A charming fisherman's village with a beautiful ancient bridge and an hidden waterfall.

Isola Comacina (Pass By)

The only island at Lake Como owned by the Brera Academy of Milan. A Perfect spot for swimming.

Villa del Balbiano - Complesso Architettonico di Ossuccio (ante 1778) (Pass By)

An elegant and romantic wedding location, home of the cardinal Durini who bought the nearby Dosso di Lavedo. Set for the movie "The House of Gucci".

Villa Del Balbianello (Pass By)

One of the main tourist attractions of Lake Como, set for the movies: James Bond 007, Casino Royale and Star Wars. The count and explorer Guido Monzino was the last private owner.

Villa Carlotta (Pass By)

One of the most important cultural and tourist spot in Lombardy. A XVII century villa built for the milanese marquis Giorgio Clerici. It reached its splendour in 1801 when it passed to the banker and art collector Sommariva.
2

Bellagio

Disembark in Bellagio to meet your guide for a guided walking tour of this world famous village and continue with a delicious typical lunch at a charming hilltop restaurant.
5 hoursAdmission Ticket Free
3

I Giardini Di Villa Melzi

End the tour at Villa Melzi. A beautiful neoclassical villa built in  1808 for the duke of Lodi Francesco Melzi d'Eril. Today a private summer residence. Stroll along its magnificent gardens and learn about all the poets and composers that fell in love with it.
1 hourAdmission Ticket Included

Meeting & Pickup

Meeting Point

Lungo Lario Trieste 28, Lungo Lario Trieste, Como Provincia di Como Lombardia, Italy, IT, 22100

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Meet us at the pier in front of the Bar Lario (Lungo Lario Trieste, 28 - Como). Look out for our "Taste & Travel Italy" captain. The tour ends in Bellagio.
End Point

Villa Melzi D'Eril, Via Lungo Lario Manzoni, Bellagio Provincia di Como Lombardia, Italy, IT, 22021

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The tour ends at the magnificent gardens of Villa Melzi (5m walk to the Bellagio Boat Terminal where you could take the public boat or bus back to Como)

Cancellation Policy

All bookings are final. Once the host confirms the experience, cancellations by the guest will incur a 100% charge.

from  $1,663.60 
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Please note that the time is in Central European Time.
All bookings are final. Cancellations by the guest will incur a 100% charge.
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