Top Activities on the Ground in Lake Como

Pedal around Lake Como without breaking a sweat on an e-bike, with a digital tour guide at your disposal. A 3-hour tour with a guide in six languages.

The lake center of Lake Como is unique for its natural beauty and for the sumptuous ancient villas that overlook it, observing all this from the water offers the best point of view. My 38 foot boat will allow you to do it in comfort and total safety. Furthermore I will serve you a good Italian aperitif with a small tasting of Italian foods, if you want we can stop for a relaxing swim in the most exclusive places and also you will experience the thrill of sailing and relaxing in silence or listening to the music that you pleases

Enjoy a mouthwatering introduction to Italian cuisine on this food walking tour of Lake Como. Get the inside scoop on the town’s foodie scene from a local; sample regional delicacies including a tasting of olive oils and finish the tour with pasta at a charming restaurant. This small-group tour with a maximum of 15 people ensures a personalized experience.

Visit a villa winery in Domaso on Lake Como, and experience an authentic Italian family-run wine estate that’s been nurtured through the generations. Ideal if you’re looking for a Lake Como experience with a difference, the visit includes a tour of the wine cellar followed by an extravagant tasting session. You’ll savor local specialities that have been carefully chosen to complement the wine as you learn about viticulture in the northern Italian region.

Capture the spirit of Lake Como on a walking tour of Bellagio and Varenna, two of the mid-lake region's most enchanting towns. Stop at a historic olive oil mill to taste one of the region's local specialties, accompanied by cured meats and wine. A Lake Como boat cruise takes you to visit Villa Melzi's lush gardens and the opulent Villa del Balbianello, including a traditional lunch at a lakefront restaurant.

Many visitors to Lake Como head directly to Bellagio and Villa Balbianello, but the city of Como is rich in history and culture. Take a deep dive into the city’s past during this walking tour that covers its most important highlights in just hours. Learn about the its architecture from ancient Rome through the Rationalists, with insights from your guide at every stop.

You can't visit Italy without trying at least one pasta dish... So, we'll teach you two! Learn how to roll 'sfoglia' (fresh pasta) by hand and how to prepare 2 simple different kinds of pasta (filled pasta + fresh pasta) from scratch with your Cesarina. As the icing on the cake you will learn to prepare also the iconic Tiramisu. Share your passion for the Italian cuisine as you make new friends in this hands-on cooking class. It's a great way to truly experience Italian culture. • Learn to roll 'sfoglia' (fresh pasta) by hand • Learn to make 2 iconic pasta types • Learn to make the iconic tiramisu • Small-group cooking class with a maximum of 12 people. Share your passion for the Italian cuisine with other lovely guests • Enjoy an Italian Aperitivo to warm-up Cesarine is Italy’s oldest network of home cooks all over the country. They are welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.

Lake Como is known for its spectacular beauty, and this tour is a shortcut to experiencing its best bits in a day. Enjoy the luxury of having a private speedboat ride with just your party and the crew. Pass by top sights such as Tremezzo, Bellagio, and Villa Balbianello—"James Bond" and "Star Wars" movie locations. Along the way, the captain points out important landmarks, so you don’t miss any highlights.

Lake Como sits on the foot of the Alps and offers some of the most beautiful scenery in Italy’s Lake District. Explore the historic city center of Como and walk around its medieval streets. Enjoy a cruise on the lake to Villa d’Este in Cernobbio to explore its exotic gardens. Then, depending on the season, stop at either Bellagio or Brunate to walk around and enjoy a coffee or gelato.

Indulge yourself in northern Italian deliciousness with this cooking class. Meet your professional chef in a charming, family-run restaurant near Varenna and learn how to make specialty dishes, sip wine, and then enjoy the tasty food you've just helped to prepare. All food and beverages are included.

Hop on a bike for a morning of cycling and eating on a 12-mile (20-km), easy-paced bike tour of Bellagio. With a guide, you’ll discover the lake town’s enchanting historic center as well as some lesser-known treasures that many visitors miss. Enjoy sweeping Lake Como views at a family-owned restaurant where wine and local cheese await. Transport to the Giardini di Villa Melzi is also included with admission so you explore independently.

Get an uninterrupted panorama of stunning Lake Como on this small-group cycling tour. Ride along smooth, rolling roads, without the need to backtrack or cover any steep climbs, stopping to admire the water from multiple angles. Then, hop a boat and cruise across the lake with your bike, continuing your ride on the other side. Guided tours include door-to-door transfers from select hotels and a coffee break in Bellagio.

Bellagio is surrounded by beautiful countryside, and with this bike tour you can take in the sweeping views over Lake Como and nearby mountain peaks far from the crowds. Choose the bike you prefer and set off with your guide along a scenic route that includes stops at a number of overlooks and a visit the Madonna del Ghisallo cycling chapel and museum. End with lunch after the return pedal to Bellagio.

The spectacular countryside surrounding Lake Como is ideal for exploring on two wheels, but navigating the rural roads with a map can be a hassle. With this bike tour, take in the rolling hills, picturesque villages, and lush vineyards with a guide for a stress-free ride. Cross the border between Italy and Switzerland to marvel at views over the lake and enjoy the relaxed pace of a small-group tour.

Wonderful ride on the trees of Monte San Primo for a total of short track approx 30 km on paved roads. We will cycle with our eMTBs along the pleasant mountain route of coniferous that covers almost the entire route. Pick up in Bellagio at 9,30 am, briefing along the way to Bike shop, bike collect and ready to ride to Monte San Primo.A few kilometers uphill on a paved road with few traffic and arrive in Piano Rancio and here we park our bikes and we board on the jungle park for a fun jungling within the trees. Stop for ice cream or cappuccino at the jungle’s bar Our map will accompany you from the bike shop to the jungle park then you will decide if self riding back to the bike shop and get shuttle to Bellagio from there or ask a pick up with  the van directly after the jungle raider park Return to the Bike shop at approx 13,00

Zip around Lake Como on the back of a motorbike with this guided tour, personalized to your needs. Choose between a single day or several days and ride along lakefront roads and up into the Italian and Swiss Alps. Bike rentals (including Ducati and Moto Guzzi) plus all necessary equipment are provided. Follow a local to see an insider’s perspective on where to eat, drink, and swim around Lake Como.

In the evocative setting of the well-known "Branch of Lake Como", the Jungle Raider Park extends, located near the splendid Lambro springs. The park is located just 15 kilometers from the famous Bellagio. Fun, adventure, courage and many emotions. Jungle Raider Park offers unique and unforgettable moments, thanks to paths structured on lianas, ropes and passages suspended in the air, as well as routes built on trees and arranged in fantastic coniferous forests, totally immersed in nature and accessible in complete safety. A thousand laughs, zero risks: thanks to the constant presence of the instructors and the best equipment, your only thought will be to have fun! Courage, audacity and strength. These are the features needed to face the Civenna adventure park… do you feel ready?

Best way to visit the area. Do not waste your time on a boat to Bellagio! Discover and experience with a private guided tour. You will have a real sense of our territory, tradition, history, architecture, wine & food specialties etc. Tour on private van + ferry boat. An unforgettable experience! Read my Reviews on TripAdvisor :-)

Dive into nature just outside Como city by entering Lake Como natural park "Spina Verde" and cross the border with Switzerland by bike. Enjoy unique views over Lake Como, Villages and Swiss vineyards. The tour begins in Como city, you will immediately be away from traffic and you will start climbing to reach an amazing panoramic balcony in Spina Verde park overlooking the lake and the city of Como. From there you will reach trench lines from World War 1 and stop for a walk in this historical site. After riding more unique trails in chestnut woods you will cross the border with Switzerland reaching a second panoramic point. From here the itinerary starts descending to touch Switzerland southernmost point before riding through suggestive Merlot vineyards. The way back to the starting point is flat and with lake view in the final part. Distance: 30 km (20 miles) Elevation Gain: 800 m (2400 feet) Riding Time: ~3.5 hours

In the evocative setting of the well-known "Branch of Lake Como", the Jungle Raider Park extends, located near the splendid Lambro springs. The park is located just 15 kilometers from the famous Bellagio. Fun, adventure, courage and many emotions. Jungle Raider Park offers unique and unforgettable moments, thanks to paths structured on lianas, ropes and passages suspended in the air, as well as routes built on trees and arranged in fantastic coniferous forests, totally immersed in nature and accessible in complete safety. A thousand laughs, zero risks: thanks to the constant presence of the instructors and the best equipment, your only thought will be to have fun! Courage, audacity and strength. These are the features needed to face the Civenna adventure park… do you feel ready?

During this guided tour you will see the Town of Lugano and the Town of Morcote, Switzerland: Lugano the Swiss pearl in the Canton Ticino region, we will see Luini’s famous fresco inside the church of St. Mary, then we will walk along Via Nassa, famous fashion street of Lugano, we will see the cathedral of Lugano with its 15th century frescoes. We will get down the hill to see the city hall and walking along the lakeside we will see Ciani's park and the casino of Lugano from outside. We will go back to via Nassa and we will go to the town of Morcote: Morcote is one of the most beautiful village in Switzerland, it is a town surrounded by the nature divided from the lake in front of the town and the hills just behind it.You will enjoy Morcote a calm and relaxing town close to the most famous Lugano town. This is a private guided tour for your group only or if you are a single tourist only for you. Please specify if you need any transfer to reach Lugano we can provide with it.

An easy perfect loop to experience the lake panorama from lakeshore and mountains above. This ride needs a moderate training and is for everybody (specially if you choose electric bikers!), riding with you you along the lakeside road and climb a bit to experience the internal lake towns. You’ll get breathtaking look of the lake, as you take on two noteworthy climbs of the Lake Como local cycling community: “Onno-Valbrona” and “Barni-Ghisallo” (Ghisallo’s route from backside). Upon reaching the top of the first climb, quench your thirst and get a delicious cafe or cappuccino stop, while on top of the "Ghisallino" climb, you have an obligatory pit stop to see the Cycling Chapel ! Join us and take this ride on !

This trip perfect for e-bikes combines nature and a healthy bike ride with the enjoyment of local mountain food. We will initially take a funicular ride to skip the first asphalt climb, we will then keep riding uphill on gravel roads and paths near Monte Boletto with stunning views over Lake Como, Lake Pusiano and Northern Lombardia. Time for a well deserved lunch in a nice & cosy chalet. The way back to the starting point is on easy downhills. (Lunch is optional and not included in the displayed your price. Menu is "a la carte", indicative cost: 15-20 EUR per person). Data: Distance: 20 km - Elevation Gain: 600 m - Riding Time: 3 hours Technical Level: M(1/5) - E-Bike Physical Level: M(2/5)

This fantastic circular route delivers it all: hidden villages, rustic charm, spectacular lake views, quiet mountain roads to cycle, and a stop on Lake Lugano. Leaving busy Lake Como behind, we wind our way into the Val Sanagra nature reserve – lying just above Menaggio, it is one of the lake’s best-kept secrets. Step back in time as we pass evocative stone houses and old water mills dotted along the banks of a gentle mountain stream. We take a slow cycle further into the mountains, passing historic villages and grassy green fields, and generally enjoying the peace and quiet before the fun begins! A glorious, shady downhill with stunning views guides us onto the shores of Lake Lugano. An effortless cycle to Lake Piano gives us the chance to unwind along the quiet country roads that become our playground. This tour perfectly showcases how e-biking can take everyone everywhere! Distance: 35 km Total elevation: 721 mt uphill; 721 mt downhill Technical difficulty: Low