Small-Group 1-Hour Tour on a Vintage Wooden Boat

Step aboard a classic 1957 wooden boat and admire iconic lakeside villas on a relaxed shared cruise.

What is not included

It's not possible to enter the villas, they can be seen from the boat

Details

Set off for a scenic cruise along Lake Como aboard an original 1957 wooden boat, combining vintage charm with panoramic views of the shoreline’s most iconic residences.

During the tour, you’ll admire up to 10 historic villas from the water. Highlights include Villa Olmo, Villa Erba, Villa d’Este, and Villa Pizzo in Cernobbio, followed by Villa Le Fontanelle and Villa Passalacqua in Moltrasio. Crossing toward Torno, you’ll see Villa Taverna and the Mandarin Oriental, before continuing to Blevio to view Villa Maria and Villa Cagni Troubetzkoy.

Throughout the journey, enjoy unobstructed views of elegant lakefront architecture, landscaped gardens, and the surrounding mountains. This shared experience offers a relaxed way to discover Lake Como’s most renowned villas from a unique perspective on the water.

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This tour can only be purchased with a minimum of two tickets.

Online Booking

1 hr

Private tour, group size up to 6 persons

Mobile ticket

English

Full refund for cancellations up to 24 hours

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund

Meeting point

Places you will see

• Lake Como

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Reviews by travellers

4.9 out of 5

2456 reviews

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Antonio M.

The operators were very pleasant, the water can be choppy though that’s not a fault of the operators. Just be prepared, it all felt like a dream seeing it at sunset.

3 days ago

Donald B.

The guide is pleasant! 6pm is the ideal time, a must-do.

9 days ago

Jessie B.

Perfect, everything according to plan!

13 days ago

Beatrice S.

It was a great experience for me and my boyfriend. The tour guide was friendly and told us a lot about the different buildings. The view was beautiful. I might not do it again for this price, but I would recommend it as a one-time experience.

13 days ago

Heather B.

It was really great Just right time - more would have been too long in the heat Matteo our boat master and guide was friendly and informative And the trip was great value for money Thank you!

14 days ago

Elmer B.

Great boat tour on Lake Como! There were five of us in the end and there was enough space for everyone on board. The wooden boat is beautiful, and our skipper immediately created the right atmosphere: Italian music in the background, good vibes, and a relaxed trip. Everyone had the opportunity to take the helm themselves – a real highlight! A little tip: bring a bottle of champagne with you; there are plastic glasses on board, so you can enjoy the trip even more. A great atmosphere, fantastic views, and excellent photo opportunities are guaranteed here!

14 days ago

Michael A.

It was a lovely boat ride the boat was nice and guide very informative. Great way to see Lake Como. Recommend Wooden Boat Tours!

15 days ago

Sylvia M.

The tour was great and the captain was very gentleman🩷🩷🩷I recommend the wooden boat tour

22 days ago

John H.

Excellent boat ride with beautiful views of surrounding landscape and beautiful villas. Very interesting and informative on the various villas. Prompt and well communicated service was vey much appreciated. A very enjoyable experience! One side-note, we just needed the music to be turned down a little to hear the information our guide was sharing.

29 days ago

Terry R.

Nice staff at ponton and in the boat Wonderful villas or Hotels Worth doing it So lucky to be alone in the wooden boat Highly recommended

about 1 month ago

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