Villa del Balbianello Tours and Tickets

Capture the spirit of Lake Como with this 8-hour walking and boating tour from Varenna. Follow your local guide on walking tours of both Bellagio and Varenna, two of the mid-lake region's most enchanting towns. Stop at an historic olive oil mill to taste on of the region's local specialties, accompanied by cured meats and wine. Embark on a boat cruise to see some of the lake's most beautiful natural scenery. View Villa Melzi's and its lush gardens from the boat and disembark to visit the opulent Villa Balbianello, learning about the golden age of Lake Como as you look around. Eat a traditional Italian lunch at a lakefront restaurant. All entrance fees, tastings, activities and lunch are included.

Discover the beautiful Lake Como area by land and water on this day trip from Milan. Sample delicious Italian treats and take a walking tour of Varenna. Learn about the history of the Lake and its surrounding villages from your guide. Embark on a sightseeing cruise on the lake and pass landmarks such as Villa del Balbianello on the way to Bellagio and the Villa Melzi gardens.

Watch the sunset over Lake Como on a 3-hour cruise from Varenna with dinner at a lakeside restaurant. Cruise past quiet bays and elegant villas with the backdrop of the Rhaetian Alps as the captain shares stories about Lake Como, see the first few stars appear above the lake, then return to shore for a four-course dinner and wine.

For a break from the bustle of Milan, this small-group tour takes you to the glittering shores of Lake Como and two of the lake's hidden gems. Take a short and scenic walk along the lakeshore to reach Villa del Balbianello and Villa Melzi, two historic estates and gardens that are only accessible by foot and often closed to the public. Travel in a comfortable minivan with an intimate group no larger than eight.