Como Yachting

Lake Como’s villas and waterfront villages take on a different character when approached by boat. Como Yachting makes that perspective the centre of its private charters, pairing vintage wooden boats and luxury cruisers with itineraries shaped around time on the water. An early-morning outing, a sunset aperitivo or a night cruise each offers a different mood; privacy, rather than a shared sightseeing format, is the common thread.

The choice extends from two-hour tours to eight-hour explorations, with tailored departures allowing guests to choose their destination and duration. Staff speak English, Italian, Spanish and Russian, and hotel or villa pickup is offered. For travellers who prefer a defined itinerary, the six-hour The Great Beauty combines lakeside scenery with a choice of stop at Villa Carlotta or Villa del Balbianello, the option to disembark for a visit, and a short pause in Bellagio for a walk or something to eat. A captain provides commentary, with water and a bottle of Prosecco aboard this particular tour.

The eight-hour Full Day Experience on Lake Villas gives art and architecture a more substantial place in the day. It allows three one-hour stops, chosen from Villa Carlotta, Villa del Balbianello, Villa Melzi, Bellagio, Varenna and Villa Monastero, alongside a two-hour restaurant stop. The captain shares the history and stories of the lakeside residences; an onboard aperitif and two bottles of Ruinart champagne are also specified for this itinerary.

Choose according to how much time you want ashore, not simply how many landmarks you hope to see. The two-hour tour is explicitly non-stop, while the longer villa itinerary makes room for visits. For a less structured outing, discuss your preferred stops and restaurant plans through the official website, where bookings are handled.