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The 15 Best Lake Como Day Trips from Milan

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An hour north, the city gives way to villas, ferries and villages stacked up the hillsides. These are the best Lake Como day trips from Milan, ranked: which run a private boat to Bellagio and Varenna, which cross into Lugano over the Swiss border, how long the coach leg takes, and what a seat on each one costs.

From Milan: Como Private Boat, Bellagio and Lugano Day Trip

From Milan: Como Private Boat, Bellagio and Lugano Day Trip - Meeting at Milano Centrale and the start of the day

1.From Milan: Como Private Boat, Bellagio and Lugano Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 6,271 reviews · 11 hours · from $78Our pick

From Milan, visit Como, Bellagio, and Lugano with a private boat cruise, guided walks, and Swiss-border logistics in one long day.

“It was a great value for all day tour to visit the highlights. Good way to sample what is there and when you return you can spend time where you enjoyed most. Only bad thing is company sent email changing meeting time and place to 6:45 am which was an error, it was original 8:45 departure which caused waste of time and lack of 2 hours sleep.”

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From Milan: Lake Como & Bellagio DayTour with Private Cruise

From Milan: Lake Como & Bellagio DayTour with Private Cruise - Milan meeting point, bus ride, and why the day feels long

Italy and Switzerland Day Trip: Lake Como, Bellagio & Lugano from Milan

Italy and Switzerland Day Trip: Lake Como, Bellagio & Lugano from Milan - Lake Como cruise: the part that makes the whole day click

From Milan: Private Boat to Como Lake, Lugano, and Bellagio

From Milan: Private Boat to Como Lake, Lugano, and Bellagio - Milano Centrale meet-up: starting point you can find fast

4.From Milan: Private Boat to Como Lake, Lugano, and Bellagio

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,555 reviews · 10 hours · from $79

From Milan, see Como and Bellagio by private boat, then cross to Switzerland for Lugano. A full day of views, walking, and Swiss chocolate.

“We visited many great sites and the guide had plenty of things to tell us and riddles to play. Both during the free roam and transport sections the tour was fun and informative”

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From Milan: Lake Como, Bellagio & Varenna with Private Boat

From Milan: Lake Como, Bellagio & Varenna with Private Boat - From Zani Viaggi to the Lake: Comfortable Coach, Clear Flow

5.From Milan: Lake Como, Bellagio & Varenna with Private Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 1,187 reviews · from $111

From Milan, cruise Lake Como on a private boat, explore Como’s streets, then visit Bellagio and Varenna with bilingual guidance.

“We had a great day, and saw most of the lake whether by coach or boat! We were part of a large group, but the 2 guides handled it very professionally and were both very helpful with where we could visit/eat/shop in our free time at each stop. Would definitely recommend!”

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Small-Group Lake Como & Lugano by Swiss Train + Boat Cruise

Small-Group Lake Como & Lugano by Swiss Train + Boat Cruise - The 1-Hour Lake Como Boat Cruise: Villas You Can Actually See

6.Small-Group Lake Como & Lugano by Swiss Train + Boat Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,084 reviews · 9 to 11 hours (approx.) · from $168Top rated

A small-group rail-and-boat day from Milan to Lake Como villas, Como and Torno, then funicular to Swiss Lugano.

“Fantastic tour to see Lake Como and Lugano with no stress. The tour includes all transportation from the trains to boat ride. Oleg was an amazing tour guide giving the history of all the places we saw and recommending great local eateries. The tour begins from Milan station where you take a 40 min train to Lake Como. After about 30 mins you get on a boat for a 40 min tour around the lake seeing the famous villas, and even getting off for a quick 20 min walking stop at one of the villages. After you return you have over an hour to eat, shop, and walk around before…”

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Bellagio & Varenna: Small Group Tour from Milan with Boat Cruise

Bellagio & Varenna: Small Group Tour from Milan with Boat Cruise - The Duomo stop: a quick culture reset before the water views

From Milan: Small Group Como, Bellagio, Varenna, Boat Cruise

From Milan: Small Group Como, Bellagio, Varenna, Boat Cruise - Meeting in Milan: two easy start points

8.From Milan: Small Group Como, Bellagio, Varenna, Boat Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 967 reviews

Small-group Lake Como day trip from Milan: Bellagio, Varenna and a guided boat cruise with priority seating and skip-the-line ease.

“Everything was wonderful. Anna made the day! She was thoughtful and informative. There was a good mix of scheduled and free time. When we were on our own, she gave us great ideas of things to do and places to eat. Love Anna!!”

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Lake Como and Bellagio with Private Boat Cruise Included

Lake Como and Bellagio with Private Boat Cruise Included - Cruise time on Lake Como: how to get the best views (and photos)

9.Lake Como and Bellagio with Private Boat Cruise Included

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 944 reviews · 11 hours (approx.) · from $119

Milan to Lake Como and Bellagio by air-conditioned coach with a private boat cruise, Villa Olmo gardens, and Como walking tour included.

“Absolutely stunning tour! The boat ride on Lake Como and the visit to Bellagio were unforgettable. Well-organized, relaxing, and full of breathtaking views – highly recommended!”

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Small-Group Lake Como – Bellagio, Varenna & Hidden Waterfall

Small-Group Lake Como – Bellagio, Varenna & Hidden Waterfall - Small-group format and your guide: clear direction, fewer headcounts

10.Small-Group Lake Como – Bellagio, Varenna & Hidden Waterfall

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 541 reviews · 10 to 11 hours (approx.) · from $143

Small-group Lake Como day trip from Milan: Varenna, Bellagio, Orrido di Bellano gorge walk, plus a relaxing boat cruise. Train-powered.

“This was a perfect one-day excursion for a solo traveler. We left Milan at 8a and were back by 6p, so plenty of time to still do something in the evening—if you had the energy after being in the sun all day! Amato was our tour guide, and he was so great— really knowledgeable, kept the group prompt and on schedule, and just really sweet and charming. This was a great way to see Como if you only have a day or so to do so.”

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From Milan: Lake Como, Bellagio, Varenna & private boat tour

From Milan: Lake Como, Bellagio, Varenna & private boat tour - How the schedule actually plays out (10–12 hours, plus traffic reality)

From Milan: Bellagio & Lugano with Lake Como Private Cruise

From Milan: Bellagio & Lugano with Lake Como Private Cruise - Como: guided orientation first, then room to roam

Lake Como and Switzerland: Bellagio & Lugano Tour With Boat Ride

Lake Como and Switzerland: Bellagio & Lugano Tour With Boat Ride - The Ferry Moment: Menaggio to Bellagio Views

From Milan: Como, Bellagio, Lugano Day Tour & Lake Cruise

From Milan: Como, Bellagio, Lugano Day Tour & Lake Cruise - Como: Volta, Cavour, and that 15th-century cathedral

Tour to Como, Bellagio & Lugano from Milan with Lake Como Cruise

Tour to Como, Bellagio & Lugano from Milan with Lake Como Cruise - Lake Como by boat to Bellagio: why Argegno to Bellagio is the centerpiece

15.Tour to Como, Bellagio & Lugano from Milan with Lake Como Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 352 reviews · 11 hours (approx.) · from $70Best value

Milan day trip to Lake Como, Bellagio by boat, and Lugano in Switzerland. Coach, guided stops, free time, and Swiss chocolate.

“Be on time to get back on the bus or the tour guide will leave without you. However the towns are beautiful to see. It would be better to not have to stand on the ferry boat for an hour. That was uncomfortable.”

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