Villa Balbianello and Flavors of Lake Como Walking and Boating Full-Day Tour
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About This Tour in Lake Como
Why Visit Lake Como?
Lake Como, Italy offers a wealth of attractions, cultural experiences, and activities for visitors. From historic landmarks to modern attractions, Lake Como provides an unforgettable travel experience with something to discover around every corner. Explore local cuisine, discover unique culture, and create lasting memories in this remarkable destination.
Getting to Lake Como
You can reach Lake Como, Italy by air, train, or road depending on your starting location. The city is well-connected by public transportation, including trains, buses, and metro systems. Taxis and rideshare services are also readily available. Train connections from major European cities make Lake Como easily accessible by rail as well.
What's Included
- Guided walking Tour of Varenna
- Tickets to Villa Melzi
- Tasting of locally produced olive oil at a panoramic castle overlooking the lake
- Tickets to the Castle of Vezio
- Tickets to Villa del Balbianello
- Transportation up to the Castle of Vezio
- 2.5h Boat Tour (open top Venetian taxi) including stop at Villa del Balbianello
- Professional, English-speaking guide
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Cancellation Policy
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
Additional Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- A minimum of 2 adults per booking is required
- A maximum of 10 people per booking
- Dress code is casual, comfortable shoes
- A fair amount of walking is involved. The trail to the castle for the morning tasting entails a descent with some steep steps which must also be ascended on the return trip. Please make sure you are physically apt and wear comfortable walking shoes.
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- The tour runs rain or shine. In case of bad weather conditions it is possible that the tour undergoes some slight changes and that the transfer to Villa Balbianello is done using public transport and not with the private boat taxi due to safety reasons
- Please Note: hotel pickup is not included for this activity, please get in touch in case you wish for us to organise it as an extra.
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Meeting and Pickup
Meeting Point
Our Tour starts in front of the Ferry Terminal Ticket Office in Varenna at 1030 am . Just look for the team with a LAKE COMO FOR YOU sign ! If you are arriving from Como, Cernobbio or Moltrasio please do get in touch with us for directions.
End Point
The tour ends in Bellagio. There are plenty of mid-lake shuttles or car ferries linking Bellagio to Varenna and other locations. The last speedboat to Como will depart at the end of our tour. Our tour guide will be happy to show you departure point.
Pickup Information
Pickup Option: All travelers must meet at start point
Itinerary
Tour Itinerary
Stop 1 hour
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Stop 30 minutes
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The group will enter the church and be given a detailed description 15 minutes
The group will enter the church and be given a detailed description.
Panoramic castle overlooking mid lake 40 minutes
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cancellation policy?
If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure…
How do I book this tour?
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Is this tour suitable for all ages?
Please check the age requirements and physical fitness level requirements listed in the tour details above. Some tours may have age restrictions or require a certain level of physical fitness.
