Top Lake Como Food Tours - page 2

Discover the charm of Bellagio on this two-hour walking tour, where you’ll explore the town’s rich history, picturesque alleys, and scenic beauty. Starting from the heart of Bellagio, you’ll wander through its narrow, cobblestone streets, uncovering the town’s secrets and history as you go. Your journey will continue to the charming Borgo di Pescallo, a beloved fishing village known for its timeless beauty and serenity. Poets and writers have found inspiration here, captivated by the tranquil pace of life and stunning lake views. Your adventure will end on a high note with a delicious aperitivo, offering a perfect conclusion to your exploration leaving you with a deep sense of connection to this magical town.

Lake Como may be famous for its villas and gardens, but it also has a rich culinary culture. Experience Como's cuisine first-hand with this food and wine experience on the lake's northern reaches. Enjoy lunch featuring regional dishes before heading to a nearby farm, where you’ll sample artisanal cheeses and ice cream. Top off your day with a wine and charcuterie tasting at a local cellar.

There’s nothing like learning about Italian wines in a stunning location. This private wine tasting takes place on Lake Como, just minutes away from the town of Bellagio. Step into the restaurant of a renowned chef and sample delicious Italian snacks paired with local wines. Enjoy a personalized experience as you learn about grape varietals and wine productions from the sommelier chef.

Italy’s most iconic dish by far is pasta, and with this hands-on cooking class, you can discover the secrets to turning out fresh pasta dishes like an authentic Italian “nonna” with a local chef. Learn how to prepare and roll out the “sfoglia”, or sheet of pasta, and then cut or shape it to suit your sauce. Once both pasta and sauce are ready, relax over lunch to enjoy what you’ve prepared.

With a user-friendly audio-guided system, you can easily explore the beautiful city of Como by e-bike with this guided tour. Explore the city's top attractions and undiscovered treasures in two to three hours without having to deal with the exhaustion of walking. Gather at a central spot and pedal past the highlights while learning about the local history and architecture, plus enjoy views of the lake.

Experience “la dolce vita” on an e-bike tour of Bellagio and its surroundings, immersing yourself in the local culture and exploring hidden gems like La Punta, Pescallo, Aureggio, and San Giovanni. Meet local farmers and residents, speak to them about life in Bellagio, and pick and taste fruit grown right there in the gardens. Cycle up to a hilltop restaurant for lunch with views over the valley, and end at Villa Melzi's gardens where you can linger as long as you want.

Prepare yourself for an authentic and extraordinary journey through Italian culture & cuisine! Immerse yourself in the life of Como and learn about the history, culture and food of this enchanting town at the Western side of the lake. Join our small group of food lovers and follow your foodie guide to bakeries, wine shops, cafés and restaurants, and taste local fare along with wines from distinctive cellars. You will visit a local market and receive personalised attention while mixing with the community to learn and practise some basic Italian conversation to make new friends in Italy. Continue your journey to some hidden quarters which you may otherwise have missed and be treated to typical “spuntini salati” all washed down with glasses of Italian wine. After all this walking, we'll have one final stop: a well-deserved relaxing lunch at a stunning XIX century villa in Brunate with magnificent views over the lake and mountains. We will take the funicular for a memorable experience.

We invite you to join our "Wine Tasting" at one of the most romantic and charming location in Como: Gioielleria Lopez. A 1.5h captivating journey designed to delight your senses and elevate your tasting experience. A handpicked distinguished collection of the finest local reds and whites. Each of the 3 glasses accompanied by a tasty board of local cured meats, cheese and genuine homemade savory and sweet treats, introduces a unique blend of refreshing flavours, subtle undertones, and aromatic bouquet, harmoniously united to create a truly memorable affair. Our passionate Maria Grazia Lopez will guide you to enhance your understanding and appreciation of our local wines and share her knowledge about the grape variety and our winemaking techniques.

Get away from the crowds on the mainland and discover the quieter side of Lake Como with this private sailing adventure. Set sail from Bellagio on an elegant 11.5m long boat to admire the attractions along the coast, including Villa del Balbianello, Villa Melzi and Villa Carlotta. Sail alongside the Comacina island and drop anchor to dive into the crystal clear waters of the lake or relax on board with music, drinks and snacks.

This tour will let you discover a unique and genuine side of Valtellina. The natural landscape is the perfect surrounding to this beautiful experience! First we will stop to visit an organic goat cheese: the owner will welcome us, show his farm and enjoy cheese making. We will then have lunch in his agriturismo. After lunch, our driver will take us to a small biodynamic wine producer, the last step of the tour: with the owner we will visit the cellar and taste his wines from the barrels and from the bottles!

A journey of contrasts, from the glamour of St. Moritz to the wine-growing traditions of Valtellina. The Bernina Class: Enjoy the most spectacular route of the Rhaetian Railway. You will travel through landscapes of extraordinary beauty aboard the First Class carriages of the legendary Red Train, on a line recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Exclusive private transfer: Forget the stress of connections. Your private driver will take you from your starting point (Lake Como or Milan) to the heart of the Alps and back. The outward journey, through the mesmerising Maloja Pass, is part of the spectacle. The Bernina Class: Enjoy the most spectacular section of the Rhaetian Railway, from St. Moritz to Tirano, comfortably seated in the First Class carriages of the legendary Red Train. At the end of the train journey, your driver will be waiting for you in Tirano to take you to a selected area of Valtellina (Chiuro/Sondrio) for a visit and tasting at a prestigious local winery.

Valtellina is one of the hidden gems of northern Italy just two hours drive north of Milan. If you are a wine lover, this is an extraordinary destination to visit. Valtellina is the largest terraced area of vineyards in Italy with its 2,500 kilometers of picturesque vineyards built over the centuries and now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. During our tour you will visit the picturesque village of Varenna and through the paronamic road on Lake Como we will reach Morbegno where we will visit an ancient Bottega from 1883. Then in Traona in a dairy to taste local cheeses. Lunch in a family restaurant where you will taste the famous typical "pizzoccheri" dish. The tour continues after lunch until your last stop - a visit to a historic winery in the Valtellina Cantine Nera.

The Exclusivity of the Lake Centre: Bellagio and the Magic of Villa Balbianello We invite you to experience Lake Como in the most private and unforgettable way: combining the liveliness of Bellagio with the timeless elegance of Villa Balbianello, accessible by your own private boat. The Details That Make the Difference: Private and Reserved Boat (2 Hours): Enjoy a private tour in total relaxation. The 2-hour cruise includes a stop of about 30 minutes to allow you to visit the gardens of the magnificent Villa Balbianello (entrance tickets included). Private Luxury Return Transfer: Travel stress-free. Our driver will pick you up and drop you off at your chosen location. Options: Departure and arrival from/to any location on Lake Como or from/to Milan. (Please note: the car service covers the outward and return journeys; it is not available during the excursion). Free time in Bellagio: Time to stroll around and enjoy the village before your boat adventure.

Stop by at the Restaurant Salice Blu in Bellagio on your Lake Como vacation, and meet the local chef-come-sommelier Luigi Gandola. You’ll taste a selection of wine from the region and around Italy, and enjoy samples of food chosen carefully to complement each sample of wine. Even better: You’ll get the lowdown on the local grapes and wine production as you sip.

Como between food and art Together with your licensed tourist guide ,this half-day (4 hrs) eno-gastronomic tour will allow you to discover the jewel-city of Como and its art treasures together with the pleasant experience of tasting typical local foods and wines, true Italian excellences. A pleasant immersion in this splendid territory, rich in charm, art, culture and flavors, an unforgettable experience for you!

Discover the authentic beauty of Lake Como with an exclusive experience in Cernobbio. Literature Relive the immortal passages of Alessandro Manzoni’s famous writing with a cultural guide who will declaim his verses in an enchanting atmosphere. Art and nature Walk along the lake and visit a secret garden, a hidden corner of rare beauty. Language and culture Take part in a mini-Italian lesson, perfect for immersing yourself in the musicality of the language. Local flavours End this experience with a taste of the best local wine, toasting the magic of this journey into Italian culture. The tour takes place entirely on foot to fully enjoy the magic of Cernobbio.

Depart from the capital to admire the famous villas of the first lake basin. This tour includes an exciting boat trip and lunch with wine tasting and local cold cuts, with the option to add a hot dish.

If there’s one dish everyone wishes they could bring home from Italy, it’s fresh egg pasta, a northern Italian signature. Learn how to mix, roll, cut, and cook your own fresh pasta alongside a local chef in a hotel kitchen or another location near Bellagio—then eat it for lunch or dinner along with wine and coffee or tea. With numbers capped at just 10 travelers, you’re sure to master the tricks of the trade.

Get ready for an exclusive Private Italian wine tasting experience with a certified Sommelier host at a charming, central and elegant location in Como. A 2 hours private and exclusive captivating journey designed to delight your senses and elevate your tasting experience. A handpicked distinguished collection of the finest local and Italian reds and whites. Each of the 3 or 5 glasses accompanied by a tasty board of local cured meats and cheeses introduces a unique blend of refreshing flavours, harmoniously united to create a truly memorable affair. Sit together around our large table while our passionate team and sommelier will share their knowledge about the grape variety and our winemaking techniques. Do not miss this opportunity to create lasting memories!

Italy offers you an incredibly wide range of vines. Some of them are famous all over the world, some others are known only by local people. You will taste three different kind of local wines paired to some food to enjoy an Italian aperitivo. A professional and passionate sommelier will guide you through this fascinating world.

OUR MOTORBOAT From the long experience of the A.Mostes shipyard, builders since 1913, the little prince “Pegaso 22” was born, 7 meters of elegance, tradition and quality. Equipped with a powerful and very silent sterndrive engine that delivers 260 Hp, it comes with a sundeck that welcomes those who get on board. CAPTAIN A nature lover and a passionate fisherman, he will entertain you on the Como Lake tour by telling you the story of the most iconic villas and the most characteristic corners of the Lario. Luca is very capable and professional will be happy to show you the many wonders of Lake Como, in total safety. Thanks to its maritime experience, you will be able to live unforgettable moments and appreciate the best that Lake Como can offer you in total relaxation With his outgoing personality and good language skills he will be able to entertain you in Italian, English and French.

Book in advance and 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 castle overlooking the lake to sample local olive oil, and savor a pasta lunch at a local resturaunt. Enjoy a private cruise in a Venetian water taxi to visit the opulent gardens of Villa del Balbianello and Villa Melzi.

Take a cycling tour in Lake Como and combine it with Italian food and that’s what you’ll enjoy on this trip. Ride an E-Bike through the countryside and picturesque towns of Bellagio and its surrounding area, and stop at local cafes, bakeries, and restaurants to try local produce and delicacies along the way. Find hidden gems around Bellagio as you ride, and enjoy the open road.

Step into a truly exclusive experience on Lake Como, where elegance, privacy and authentic Italian lifestyle come together in a setting reserved just for you. Your journey begins in Lenno, where your private chef will welcome you at the pier and escort you to a stunning lake-view villa. Surrounded by breathtaking scenery, enjoy an intimate culinary experience far from the crowds. Guided by your chef, discover the art of Italian cuisine by preparing fresh handmade pasta using ancient grains, paired with a traditional dessert. Choose between a hands-on class or a relaxed cooking show, tailored to your pace. More than a cooking class, this is a private immersion into Italian culture, with premium ingredients and genuine hospitality. After cooking, enjoy an elegant aperitivo followed by lunch overlooking the lake. At the end, your chef will accompany you back to Lenno. Perfect for couples and travelers seeking an intimate and memorable experience.