The verdict
Our pick
Lake Como Private Boat Tour: Villas & Waterfront Glamour★ 4.93 (643) · 4h
Best value
Lake Como: 1-Hour Luxury Yacht Cruise & Villa Views★ 4.66 (104) · 1h
Top rated
Lake Como: Private Speedboat Tour with Villas & Prosecco★ 4.98 (416) · 1h–4h
All 9 options, side by side
✓ 2026-08-11| Option | Price | Per person | Length | Rating | Cancellation | Extra fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Como: Private Gozzo Boat Tour & Villa Views | € 300 per group | € 43 (7 share) | 4h | 4.96★ · 152 | free | — |
| Lake Como Private Boat Tour: Clooney Villa & Bellagio | € 350 per group | € 44 (8 share) | 1h–8h | 4.97★ · 179 | free | — |
| Lake Como: Private Speedboat Tour with Villas & ProseccoTop rated | € 300 per group | € 50 (6 share) | 1h–4h | 4.98★ · 416 | free | — |
| Lake Como Private Boat Tour: Villas, Gardens & Bellagio | € 300 per group | € 50 (6 share) | 4h | 4.83★ · 288 | free | — |
| Lake Como Private Speedboat Cruise: Villas & Swimming Stops | € 270 per group | € 60 (5 share) | 2h | 4.97★ · 458 | free | — |
| Lake Como: Private Boat Cruise with Local Captain & Villas | € 550 per group | € 110 (5 share) | 2h | 4.93★ · 161 | free | — |
| Lake Como: 1-Hour Luxury Yacht Cruise & Villa ViewsBest value | € 120 p.p. | € 120 | 1h | 4.66★ · 104 | free | — |
| Lake Como: Private Boat Tour & Historic Villas | € 300 per group | — | 1h | 4.81★ · 186 | free | — |
| Lake Como Private Boat Tour: Villas & Waterfront GlamourOur pick | € 350 per group | — | 4h | 4.93★ · 643 | free | — |
Real price per person across the 7 options: € 43–€ 120 (median € 50).
Default order: real price per person — the group price divided by the seats it includes.
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Private experiences (6)
Lake Como Private Speedboat Cruise: Villas & Swimming StopsYou board a speedboat at Como pier and cruise the lake's western and eastern shores with a local captain, stopping to swim at Nesso's waterfall and Villa Pliniana, passing George Clooney's villa in Laglio and the five-star Villa d'Este. Drinks and prosecco are included throughout, and the pace is set by the captain's knowledge of the lake, not a fixed schedule.Is it for me?Right for travelers who want to see Lake Como's villas and shoreline without a crowded tour boat, and who don't mind spending four to five hours on the water — that's what gives you the time to swim, listen to the captain's stories, and actually feel the lake instead of just passing through it.
Lake Como Private Boat Tour: Villas, Gardens & BellagioYou’ll board your own private boat from Varenna and glide across Lake Como’s quieter waters with a local guide. Explore grand villas, stroll through Bellagio’s lively streets, sip prosecco on deck, and catch glimpses of secret gardens along the way. It’s less about checking sights off a list—and more about those small moments you’ll remember later.
Lake Como: Private Boat Tour & Historic VillasYou board a private boat in Como and cruise past ten historic villas — including George Clooney's summer home, a Gianni Versace estate, and a Renaissance palace — seeing the gardens and lakefront facades that are invisible from shore. The boat includes water, WiFi, and a restroom. Pickup can be arranged from nearby villages if your tour length allows, and the whole experience stays flexible around your schedule and location on the lake.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see the private villas and gardens of Lake Como from the water rather than from the shore — the boat is what makes the hidden facades and lakefront details visible, and the private charter means you're not sharing sightlines with a crowded group.
Lake Como Private Boat Tour: Clooney Villa & BellagioYou get a private boat with a driver who knows the lake's history and villas, stops at Villa Oleandra (Clooney's home), Villa del Balbianello (Casino Royale filming location), and villages like Bellagio or Tremezzo depending on your package length. Prosecco, water, and a heated cabin are included, and pickup from four lakeside towns is free — you choose how many hours you want (2 to 8) and which stops matter most to you.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Lake Como's famous villas and villages without the noise of a group tour or the hassle of renting your own boat and navigating the water yourself — the private format and included pickup from four lakeside towns is what makes a morning on the water feel like your own discovery instead of a scheduled stop.
Lake Como: Private Boat Cruise with Local Captain & VillasYou’ll set off from Como with a local captain who brings Lake Como’s villas to life through stories and laughter. Glide past historic mansions like Villa Olmo and Clooney’s famous summer home, pause by ancient bridges and waterfalls near Nesso, sip prosecco on deck, and return feeling both relaxed and quietly amazed.
Lake Como: Private Gozzo Boat Tour & Villa ViewsYou board a private gozzo at your chosen pier and spend the afternoon gliding past five historic villas and their gardens without fighting tour groups or fixed itineraries. The captain steers, prosecco flows, and you decide whether to linger at Bellagio or push toward Villa del Balbianello. Bring a jacket and expect the lake to be colder than it looks.Is it for me?Pick this if you want to see the lake's main villas without joining a group tour or arranging your own transport—the private boat and flexible captain mean you move at your own pace and stop where the light or your mood says to.
Frequently asked questions
Can I book with free cancellation?
Yes: 9 of the 9 options offer free cancellation, so you can book now and confirm your plans later.
Which one is the travelers' favorite?
Lake Como Private Boat Tour: Villas & Waterfront Glamour is the travelers' favorite, rated 4.93 out of 5 across 643 reviews.
Are private options available?
Yes, 6 private experiences are available if you prefer a closed group.
