31 August 2026 · 6 min read · by Salimar Boat Tour

Lake Como boat tours: every option from Como town (2026)

In short

A Lake Como boat tour from Como town costs from 48 euro per person (shared, 1 hour, prosecco included) to 609 euro per boat (private, 3 hours to Bellagio). Shared tours run 6 times a day, max 12 guests. Free cancellation up to 12 hours before departure when you book on this site.

If you are searching for a Lake Como boat tour, this page is the complete answer: every tour we run from Como town, with real 2026 prices, departure times and an honest guide to choosing between them. Salimar operates its own boats with local skippers — no resellers, no middlemen — and everything below can be booked online in two minutes.

1 hour Lake Como boat tour · small group, prosecco aperitif

The perfect short trip: the first basin of the lake and the villas closest to Como.

from €48 per person

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2 hour Lake Como boat tour · small group, prosecco aperitif

More time on the water, reaching Torno and Nesso to admire the villas up close.

from €99 per person

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Small group Bellagio tour · 3 hours · with prosecco aperitif

Straight to Bellagio, the pearl of the lake, and back along the villas.

from €105 per person

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Small group sunset tour · 1 hour · with prosecco aperitif

The lake at its most beautiful at sunset, with a drink on board.

from €68 per person

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Private boat tour on Lake Como · 1 hour

Just for your group: one hour among the villas of the first basin.

from €238 per boat

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Boat rental without licence on Lake Como · 1 hour

You drive: one hour on the first basin of the lake, up to 6 people on board.

from €105 per boat

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Shared or private: which Lake Como boat tour is right for you?

A shared tour is the best value: you join up to 11 other guests on a luxury speedboat, the skipper narrates the villas, and a prosecco aperitif is included. It is perfect for couples and small groups who want the experience without the price of a full boat. A private tour gives you the whole boat: you choose the route, the pace, the music and the swim stops — the right choice for families, proposals, anniversaries or groups of friends who want the lake to themselves.

Rule of thumb: two people on a budget take the 1-hour shared cruise; two people celebrating take the private hour; four or more people should compare — from 238 euro per boat, a private tour can cost less per person than two tickets on a longer shared trip.

Prices at a glance

1 hour Lake Como boat tour · small group, prosecco aperitif★★★★★4.93(29 reviews)1 hour · More details ›~~€60~~ €48-20%per personBook

Small group sunset tour · 1 hour · with prosecco aperitif★★★★★5(1 reviews)1 hour · More details ›~~€80~~ €68-15%per personBook

Small group Bellagio tour · 3 hours · with prosecco aperitif★★★★★5(6 reviews)3 hours · More details ›~~€210~~ €105-50%per personBook

What you will see on the water

All tours start in the first basin of the lake, the most scenic stretch: Villa Olmo, the neoclassical façades of Cernobbio, Villa d'Este with its floating pool, the wooded headlands towards Torno and Villa Geno right at the tip of Como. The 2-hour and 3-hour routes continue north past Moltrasio and Laglio (yes, that villa) towards Nesso and Bellagio, where the lake opens into its famous Y shape.

Departure point and times

All Salimar tours leave from the Como lakefront, a few minutes on foot from Piazza Cavour and the funicular. Shared 1-hour cruises depart six times a day in season (10:00, 11:00, 12:15, 14:30, 16:00, 18:20); the Bellagio trip leaves at 12:15; sunset cruises follow the golden hour. Private tours start when you want, subject to availability.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a Lake Como boat tour cost?

From 48 euro per person for the shared 1-hour cruise with prosecco. Private boats start at 238 euro. Full breakdown in our 2026 price guide.

Is the boat tour worth it in Como?

It is the single best way to see the lake: the villas were built to be admired from the water, and from the road you simply cannot see them. One hour is enough for the highlights near Como; three hours takes you to Bellagio.

Can I cancel my booking?

Yes: bookings made on this site can be cancelled free of charge up to 12 hours before departure.

Do tours run in bad weather?

Light rain usually does not stop a tour; in case of dangerous conditions the skipper cancels and you are fully refunded or rebooked.

Where do the boats leave from?

From the Como waterfront, next to the city centre — exact meeting point and map in your booking confirmation.

Where do you park in Como for the tour?

The best options are the city-centre garages (Auguadri, Valduce) and the Ticosa car park — all within 8-15 minutes on foot from boarding. Full guide: where to park in Como.

I've paid — when do I get the confirmation?

Instantly: the confirmation email with the meeting point and map is sent the moment you pay. If you don't see it within a few minutes, check spam — or message us on WhatsApp.

Useful reading

More guides: how much a boat tour costs, Como to Bellagio by ferry or speedboat, what to see on Lake Como, and our private boat tour page.