Sunset Boat Tour Lake Como: Venetian Taxi with Prosecco

A Venetian taxi, three villas glimpsed from the water, Prosecco at dusk

A shared sunset boat tour on Lake Como departs from either Varenna or Bellagio, sailing past the shores and villas that line the lake. You travel aboard a traditional Venetian taxi for an hour, passing Villa del Balbianello (the filming location for 007 Casino Royale and Star Wars) along with the villages of Tremezzo, Lenno and San Giorgio. Prosecco and water are served on board.

Step-by-step itinerary

Sunset boat tour on Lake Como

• Depart from Varenna by boat
• Admire villages of Tremezzo and Lenno
• View Villa del Balbianello from boat
• See San Giorgio and Bellagio shores
• Depart from Bellagio by boat
• Admire Villa Cassinella and Villa Balbiano
• Enjoy Prosecco and water on board

The experience

The boat leaves from either Varenna or Bellagio, depending on which departure you choose at checkout. From the water, you see the lake's most recognizable landmarks without leaving your seat: Villa del Balbianello sits on a peninsula with its own private beach, Villa Cassinella and Villa Balbiano rise from the shoreline, and the pastel-colored houses of Tremezzo and Lenno cluster along the water's edge. The Venetian taxi (a sleek wooden boat built in the Venetian style) holds a small shared group, so the experience stays intimate even though you're not the only travelers aboard.

Timing matters here. The tour runs at sunset, which means the light hits the water and the villas' facades at the angle that makes them worth the trip. A bottle of Prosecco and water travel with you, served on board as the boat moves. The whole outing takes an hour, so it fits into an evening without consuming your whole day. If you're staying in Varenna, you depart from there. If Bellagio is your base, the boat leaves from Bellagio instead.

What’s included

• The one-hour shared boat tour aboard a Venetian taxi.
• a bottle of Prosecco and water served on board.
• 24/7 assistance from the operator.

Options for this experience

2 options

Departure from VarennaAvailable from 1 Apr 2027Boarding takes place at the public pier in Varenna, at Molo Riva Grande; please arrive 10 minutes before departure. Meeting point: Molo Riva Grande, 23829 Varenna LC, Italy

Departure from BellagioAvailable from 2 Apr 2027Boarding takes place at the public pier in Bellagio, in front of Bar Sanremo; please arrive 10 minutes before departure.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesNext departure: 1 Apr 2027

GroupUp to 8

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsNo refund if you cancel.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortPublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Rigamonti Lake Tour & Experiences

Is this one for you?Choose your departure point based on where you're staying (Varenna or Bellagio), since both follow the same sunset route and see the same villas and villages from the water.

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Top questions

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. No refund if you cancel.

What is Villa del Balbianello and why does it matter?

Villa del Balbianello is a lakeside mansion on Lake Como's western shore, known as the filming location for 007 Casino Royale and Star Wars. You see it only from the boat, an external view, as the tour passes by, but its fame and the dramatic setting make it the landmark most travelers want to spot.

Can I get on and off the boat at different villages?

No, this is a boat tour, not a water taxi service. You stay aboard for the full hour as the boat sails past Tremezzo, Lenno, Villa del Balbianello, San Giorgio and Bellagio, viewing them from the water. The tour is a fixed route with no stops to disembark.

What's included in the price?

The tour includes the one-hour shared boat ride aboard the Venetian taxi, a bottle of Prosecco for the group, and water. You also get 24/7 assistance if you need to contact the operator before or after your booking.

Which departure point should I choose? Varenna or Bellagio?

Pick the one where you're staying or nearest to your hotel. Both departures follow the same route and see the same landmarks. The only difference is which shore you leave from. Varenna and Bellagio sit on opposite sides of the lake, so choose based on your location.

Is this tour suitable if I'm traveling with a baby?

Infants can join the tour but must sit on an adult's lap throughout the hour on the boat. The tour is not recommended for pregnant travelers. All other fitness levels are welcome.