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Private boat tour on Lake Como · 3 hours — boat tour on Lake Como
Private boat tour on Lake Como · 3 hours — boat tour on Lake Como
Private boat tour on Lake Como · 3 hours — boat tour on Lake Como
Private boat tour on Lake Como · 3 hours — boat tour on Lake Como
Private boat tour on Lake Como · 3 hours — boat tour on Lake Como
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€800€720-10%per boat

Private boat tour on Lake Como · 3 hours

★ 4.416 reviews

The tour at a glance

A private tour of 3 hours with 8 stops along the way, including Villa Troubetzkoy · Villa Pliniana and Il Sereno · Comacina Island. Stop at Bellagio (1 hour ashore). Prosecco aperitif and soft drinks on board, skipper included.

Tour details
Free cancellationUp to 12 hours before departure
CompanySalimar
DepartureViale Geno 12, Como
ReviewsGetYourGuide 4.6 (2.208)Viator 4.5 (392)TripAdvisor 4.8 (210)Google 4.7 (173)
DurationThe tour lasts 3 hours, navigation included.
Departures
10:0013:2016:00
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What's included
  • Professional skipper
  • Fuel
  • Life jackets
  • Prosecco (alcoholic drink)
  • Soft drinks: water, tea, Coca-Cola
  • Food
  • Transfers to/from the port
Read the reviews · ★ 4.4 (16)
★★★★★On this site

We enjoyed the time on the water viewing the villas and beautiful vistas of Lake Como. Our skipper, Stefania, was knowledgeable, friendly and professional, and the boat was comfortable and clean.

Paul R.13/08/2026Private
★★★★★GetYourGuide

They gave us a small boat witch we didn’t reserve but the driver was the best

GetYourGuide traveler11/09/2025Private
★★★★★GetYourGuide

Mario, simpatico e davvero preparato ha fatto fare un giro di un'ora sul meraviglioso lago di Como, raccontandoci la storia di alcune ville. Esperienza davvero bella.

GetYourGuide traveler08/09/2025Private
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This tour's itinerary

  1. 1
    Boarding: Villa Margherita pier
    2. 4 min sailing
  2. 2
    Villa Troubetzkoy
    3. 10 min sailing
  3. 3
    Villa Pliniana and Il Sereno
    4. 25 min sailing
  4. 4
    Comacina Island
    5. 5 min sailing
  5. 5
    Villa La Cassinella
    6. 5 min sailing
  6. 6
    Villa del Balbianello
    7. 10 min sailing
  7. 7
    Villa Melzi Gardens
    8. 3 min sailing
  8. 8
    Bellagio1 hour ashore
    9. 35 min sailing
  9. 9
    Villa d'Este
    10. 6 min sailing
  10. 10
    Return: Villa Margherita pier

Order and stops may change with wind and waves: the skipper decides to show you the best of it.

Why choose Salimar

Free cancellation
Cancel up to 12 hours before the tour for a full refund.
Over 10 years of experience
Local skippers who know every corner of the lake and the coast.
Over 20,000 happy guests
Verified reviews on Google, Tripadvisor and GetYourGuide.

Meeting point

Salimar — Viale Geno 12, 22100 Como

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Parking near the pier

Parcheggio Viale Geno
a few steps from the pier · usually has free spaces
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Parcheggio Salita Pietro Catelli
200 m from the pier · 3 min walk
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Parcheggio Piazza Croggi
10 min walk
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Parcheggio ai Giardini
20 min walk · large, almost always available
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Frequently asked questions

Do I need a boat licence?
No: every tour comes with a skipper. Only the licence-free rental in Como has you driving, within the legal limits (40 hp).
Where do the Como tours depart from?
From the Salimar pier at Viale Geno 12, on the Como lakefront next to Villa Geno, a 10-minute walk from Piazza Cavour. Please be there 15 minutes before departure.
What is included in the price?
Always included: professional skipper, fuel, life jackets in every size, prosecco and soft drinks. In Sardinia, snorkeling masks too.
Will we see George Clooney's villa?
On the 2-3 hour tours we pass Villa Oleandra in Laglio, seen from the water respecting privacy. The 1-hour tour stays in the first basin.
Is it suitable for families and kids?
Yes, the tours are suitable for all ages. Life jackets are provided on board.

Another question?

Ask Emma, our assistant: it answers straight away, at any hour, about times, availability, prices and the meeting point. It hands over to a person when needed.

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What our guests say

4.4/5
16 reviews
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★★★★★Google

Wow… after being quoted crazy prices from people who are right on the end of the harbor at the ferry ticket office I walked straight up to the right following the water past the funicular. There was a young woman named…

Salimar's reply
Thank you so much, Michael, for such a kind review! 😊 We're delighted Emma and Mateo made you feel so welcome, and that you enjoyed the views from the water. Yes, we also offer private tours, so we'd love to welcome you aboard again on your next visit to Lake Como.
Michael M22/10/2026Private
★★★★★Google

Excelente experiencia en tour privado con Matteo!

Salimar's reply
¡Muchas gracias, Yareli, por tu tiempo y por esta hermosa reseña! Nos alegra mucho que hayas disfrutado tanto del tour privado con Matteo. ¡Esperamos verte pronto de nuevo a bordo! Il team Salimar
Yareli Ortega22/09/2026Private
★★★★★Google

Un moment absolument super sur le lac de Côme grâce à Alessandro, notre capitaine ! Super accueillant, chaleureux et passionné, il nous a donné plein d’explications intéressantes tout au long de la balade. Et en plus…

Salimar's reply
Merci infiniment Natacha pour ce merveilleux message ! Nous sommes ravis qu'Alessandro vous ait fait vivre un moment aussi inoubliable sur le lac de Côme, entre explications, bonne humeur et... chansons ! 🎶 Nous transmettrons vos mots avec grand plaisir. Au plaisir de vous accueillir à nouveau. Il team Salimar
Natacha BOYER22/08/2026Private
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