Top Activities on the Ground in Lake Como - page 3

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.

With the Pizzocchero Food Game you will have the opportunity to immerse yourself in the Valtellinese tradition. In the first part of the activity you will participate in a treasure hunt. You will discover the views and historic shops of Morbegno where between one test and another you will get all the ingredients needed for lunch. Once you have collected all the ingredients you will reach the last stage where, under the guidance of a chef, you will learn how to knead and roll the Pizzoccheri della Valtellina by hand. During the cooking phases you will be able to taste an aperitif that will accompany you to lunch with the Pizzoccheri prepared by you. Lunch will be the perfect conclusion to a morning dedicated to discovering the Valtellina gastronomic tradition and the streets of a mountain village

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 the western shores of Lake Como at a “la dolce vita” pace and discover historic villas, scenic viewpoints, and hidden beaches that most tourists never see with this small-group e-bike tour from Como. Pedal through the old town and along the lakeshore to Laglio, stopping along the way to take in the panorama, relax over lunch, or sip a glass of local wine.

Explore the breathtaking beauty of Lake Como by Vespa, visiting iconic places such as Bellagio, Varenna and Menaggio. Enjoy the thrill of taking scenic lakeside roads and crossing the lake by ferry to discover charming towns that boast rich history and picturesque views. This tour offers a unique blend of adventure and culture, perfect for travelers looking for an unforgettable day in the Italian countryside. Highlights of the tour - Discover the picturesque towns of Bellagio, Varenna or Menaggio by Vespa - Enjoy a scenic ferry crossing on Lake Como - Live a rich local cultural experience and breathtaking landscapes - Ideal for adventurous travelers looking for a one-of-a-kind trip

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).

Cycling around the most enchanting places on Lake Como, from the iconic climbs to the most hidden passages of the lakeside villages. Combine the pleasure of cycling with the pleasure of the table, with stops with breathtaking views of the lake and the mountains. Itineraries suitable for everyone, from the amateur with a solid preparation, to the tourist who wants to use the bike to find places that he could not reach in any other way.

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.

Enjoy a Wine Bike Tour of about 15 km, a must-do activity if you’re a fan of both sport and wine. Discover the millenary terraced vineyards of Sondrio on an E-bike tour. Visit a local wine producer and taste 3 top-rated wines in a cellar. Enjoy a unique wine tasting experience in a 15th-century cellar. Reach Castel Grumello by bike, from where you can enjoy a breathtaking view of the whole Valtellina valley.

There is no better way to explore a city than by bike! Hop on your saddle for a two wheel adventure. Combine Como’s culture & food on this half day bike tour, designed to provide an insider glimpse into the city and its surroundings. We will explore Como’s historic center passing by iconic landmarks and through picturesque alleys to take a look at the windows of elegant boutique and restaurants. We will continue our journey cycling along the lakeside of Como up to the famous village of Cernobbio framed by a background of towering peaks, which provide great panoramic views. The tour continues to some hidden quarters, stopping our bicycles at a charming "cafe", where you’ll be treated to a typical “aperitivo”. After all this cycling, a well-deserved local drink. A great opportunity to relax and get to know better your travel companions sharing new moments and life experiences.

Como is where the lake ends and history begins — a city that has been outdone by its own shoreline for centuries and never quite let it show. This app-led scavenger hunt takes you through Como on foot, using phone-based riddles to guide you from one landmark to the next. No guide, no fixed start time. • Solve riddles at the Cattedrale di Santa Maria Assunta, the Diga Foranea Piero Caldirola, and the Lungolago — Gothic masonry, engineering ambition, and waterfront elegance • Walk at your own pace through streets that have hosted Roman emperors and silk traders • Perfect for couples, families, and groups of any size Around 2 hours, any group size, available in Italian, English, and German. The lake gets all the attention — but the city deserves its share.

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.

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.

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.