Top Lake Como Hiking Tours

On your Lake Como vacation, make sure you see the lake from above to experience the natural beauty without the crowds. This small-group hike and picnic takes you high up into the hills near Varenna where the countryside and views take center stage. After a short hike, you’ll picnic on local food and wine from the Valsassina and Valtellina regions.

Easy hike in mountain with great views. With this trail we will discover an interesting and panoramic place on the mountains over Lake Como in the Lecco side. The guide will collect you in Milan and in about 60 minutes driving we will reach Piani dei Resinelli an old fashioned location in Valsassina. We will hike along a little natural park reaching the top of Mount Coltiglione where the view on the Dolomitic Grignetta is very interesting. We will walk along the wide ridge reaching the side of the mountain overlooking the town of Lecco and its lake. Then with a little descent we will go over the "Belvedere dei Resinelli" a footbridge suspended in the mountain. Taking this hike with a guide will be a great experience where I will tell you about nature and local culture. I will tell you about plants, flowers, geology, geomorphology, alpine legends and typical local products.

Experience la 'Dolce Vita' in Lake Como like a true local Starting with a gentle 40 minute hike on the “sentiero del Viandante”, an ancient trail on the foothill of the lake’s mountains, you’ll be able to take in views of the lake before reaching our final destination - a family mountain house passed down through the generations. Here is where you’ll enjoy a traditional aperitivo with a postcard view of the Lake. Relax while you sip on a crisp Aperol Spritz, glass of wine or refreshing beer, accompanied by a delicious spread of fresh, locally sourced Italian treats. Watch the sun set over the Alps and experience the true meaning of the Dolce Vita.

Discover the enchanting beauty of Lake Como from a unique perspective. Enjoy an exclusive picnic with curated selection of dishes from local farm. Immerse yourself in an aesthetic and gastronomic journey. The uniqueness of the activity in a hidden tranquil place with stunning views of the lake, this is qualitatively different from the lake embankment with crowds of tourists. Also a gastronomic experience with the opportunity to try traditional northern cuisine in a unique setting.

Our experience will take place on one of the beautiful mountains that surround the east branch of Lake Como, Lecco. I will take you to a magnificent place which is also very unique, known only by those like me who are true local people;)

The crowds on land around Lake Como can make touring a chore. Escape the throngs on this kayaking tour and admire the sights with a leisurely guided paddle. Set off from Bellagio and glide through Pescallo Bay, passing the Rockefeller cliffs and the Grand Hotel Villa Serbelloni. Hear about the region and the lakeside sights from your guide as you go, and admire the plush villas that line the hills around Bellagio.

For the adventurers out there, be prepared to enter the Italian backcountry, make new friends and really do some exploring. You'll really feel far-removed from the city on this hike, and your reward is more than just a great view, but a solid sense of accomplishment! The tour starts in Varenna, considered one of the most romantic and characteristic village of the lake. We will hike along the famous “Wayfarer’s path” (Sentiero del Viandante) up to Bellano. We will cross small villages, passing through enchanted forests and by fields of olive trees, always surrounded by majestic mountains. We will visit the enchanting medieval Vezio Castle and continue our tour to Bellagio that we will reach by public boat. The tour ends with a delicious aperitif at a charming hill top restaurant in Bellagio that will certainly leave you speechless for its beautiful views and intense beauty.

Explore Lake Como on foot with on this small-group guided hiking tour, which is capped at 15 people for a more personalized experience. Join your guide and walk from Villa Carlotta to Villa Balbianello along the Greenway of the Lake and past rural villages, soaking in the scenery along the way. Includes time to visit both villas (own expense).

Walk through the villages and woodlands of Bellagio on the edge of Lake Como and enjoy the scenic views of the valley and lake below. Visit a historic village with winding narrow streets, and continue on to glamorous villas and mansions with manicured gardens set into the rolling green hills. Make your way up through more natural woodlands to a secluded hidden gem restaurant for a tasting experience.

This is a very unique experience for we are offering up our beautiful space to be enjoyed. We have renovated our baita in the forest of Blevio. The spot is extremely secluded and the view is magic. You can also often see deer, rams, pigs, goats, and chickens. This is a fantastic opportunity to get out of the hustle and bustle for a few hours and immerse yourself in nature.

Bellagio is famous all over the world, a picturesque, you can admire the fantastic garden of Villa Melzi. After the visit to villa Melzi, by a ten minutes ferry boat trip to cross the lake, you will figure out Villa Carlotta where you will also have a guided tour to see the garden and the rooms of the villa with their vintage original furniture, you will be guided by a professional tour leader speaking your language. Please take note that the entrance tickets to all villas and ferry boat transfers are not included in the price of the guided tour and all tickets must be paid at local cash desks. Please ask in case you need any information to reach Bellagio. PLEASE NOTE THAT: THIS IS NOT A BOAT TOUR! IS A WALKING TOUR IN BELLAGIO AND LATER VISIT TO VILLA CARLOTTA IN CADENABBIA. WE ARE CROSSING THE LAKE BY PUBLIC FERRY BOAT, THERE ISN'T ANY PRIVATE BOAT.

An unprecedented journey. 4 days walking on the western shore of Lake Como from Dongo to Cernobbio. An average of 10 km per day for an average hiking level. Including 3 nights in hotel with breakfast and dinner. The west branch of Lake Como offers nature, history, traditions, small villages, luxury villas, grand hotels and gardens. The walking route allows you to get in touch with all this and fully enjoy its beauty. Museum of the Larian Boat, Castle of Rezzonico, Menaggio, Villa Carlotta, Villa del Balbianello, the Sacred Mount of Ossuccio, Comacina Island, Villa Oleandra by George Clooney, Villa d'Este, the Garden of the Valley... and much more. It is not a holiday, it is a real journey to discover the authentic side of Lake Como, to know and experience it as a local. By your side there will be a GAE Membership Pro Guide and to save your backs we also have luggage transport from one hotel to another.

Our experience will take place in Lecco, on the east branch of the beautiful Lake Como. Book now this incredible experience! Memories of the landscape around Lake Como will remain forever in your memories.

Step into a living piece of history along an ancient, signposted trail connecting the old mills, and experience an open-air museum in the charming hamlet of Villatico, near Colico. Discover Molino Maufet, one of the FAI “Places of the Heart,” a beautifully preserved watermill with a unique story. Follow a scenic 6 km loop along historic paths once used to link the mills, leading you through the panoramic area of Robustello and the medieval site of Fontanedo. Along the way, enjoy breathtaking views over Lake Como and stop for a picnic with local specialties: a selection of local cheesesand cured meats, honey, jams, seasonal fresh fruit, dessert, and a bottle of red/white wine for every two guests. Overlooking the shimmering waters of Lake Como and nestled on the slopes of Monte Legnone, Villatico has grown in harmony with the ancient Roggia Molinaria, a canal that, since the late 13th century, powered as many as twelve watermills—shaping the life and identity of this remarkable place.

Our experience will take place along the circular cycle route that goes from Lecco to Olgibate and back, along the wonderful banks that run along the Adda river. Book this incredible experience now! The memories of the landscape around Lake Como will remain in your memories forever.