Embark on our luxury boat from Varenna for an unforgettable 40 minute cruise of the Western Branch of the lake, admiring the 19th-century noble villas and mansions.
Be the first to enter Villa Balbianello's gardens as soon as the gates open and enjoy the Loggia and the many enchanting terraces without the crowds, taking advantage of the cool, relaxed, and magical atmosphere.
Create memories with your friends and family and take as many photos as you like before meeting your tour guide for a 1-hour guided visit of the villa. The tour ends at Villa Balbianello, giving you the opportunity to have lunch at one of the many charming lakeside restaurants in Lenno. Public boats frequently run an...
Highlights
1 hour and 40 minutes
Offered in English & Italian
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
1 hour and 40 minutes
Offered in English & Italian
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
40 minute cruise (from Varenna)
Friendly English speaking captain
Entrance tickets to Villa del Balbianello (gardens + 1-hour guided visit of the villa)
Gratuities
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Return Public Boat Ticket (Lenno/Varenna)
Tour guide onboard during the cruise
Meeting Points
Departure
La Passerella
Meet our captain directly at the floating pier opposite Gelateria La Passerella in Varenna. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure. The cruise will depart promptly at 9:15 AM, and the tour will conclude at Villa del Balbianello.
Return
Villa del Balbianello
The tour ends at Villa del Balbianello, giving you the opportunity to have lunch at one of the many charming lakeside restaurants in Lenno.
Public boats frequently run, offering a convenient way to return to Varenna.
From Varenna: Luxury Cruise & Villa del Balbianello BE THE FIRST
Varenna
About
Embark on our luxury boat from Varenna for an unforgettable 40 minute cruise of the Western Branch of the lake, admiring the 19th-century noble villas and mansions.
Be the first to enter Villa Balbianello's gardens as soon as the gates open and enjoy the Loggia and the many enchanting terraces without the crowds, taking advantage of the cool, relaxed, and magical atmosphere.
Create memories with your friends and family and take as many photos as you like before meeting your tour guide for a 1-hour guided visit of the villa. The tour ends at Villa Balbianello, giving you the opportunity to have lunch at one of the many charming lakeside restaurants in Lenno. Public boats frequently run an...
Highlights
1 hour and 40 minutes
Offered in English & Italian
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
1 hour and 40 minutes
Offered in English & Italian
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
40 minute cruise (from Varenna)
Friendly English speaking captain
Entrance tickets to Villa del Balbianello (gardens + 1-hour guided visit of the villa)
Gratuities
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Return Public Boat Ticket (Lenno/Varenna)
Tour guide onboard during the cruise
Meeting Points
Departure
La Passerella
Meet our captain directly at the floating pier opposite Gelateria La Passerella in Varenna. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure. The cruise will depart promptly at 9:15 AM, and the tour will conclude at Villa del Balbianello.
Return
Villa del Balbianello
The tour ends at Villa del Balbianello, giving you the opportunity to have lunch at one of the many charming lakeside restaurants in Lenno.
Public boats frequently run, offering a convenient way to return to Varenna.
Itinerary
1
Varenna
Start your tour in Varenna by embarking on our luxury boat for a 40-minute cruise of the Western Branch of the lake, admiring the 19th-century noble villas and mansions.
40 minutes
2
Villa del Balbianello
Be the first to enter Villa del Balbianello, one of the main tourist attractions on Lake Como. Step off the boat and enjoy its magnificent gardens. Take photos at the Loggia and on the many charming terraces before joining a unique 1-hour guided tour of the villa. Count and explorer Guido Monzino was the last private owner. For many years, Villa Balbianello has been used as a set for films and photo shoots, including James Bond 007, Casino Royale, and Star Wars.
