The 10 Lake Como Sailing Tours We Would Step Aboard

1.Sailing Experience on Lake Como with Private Skipper

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 98 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $1,076 whole boat, up to 9Our pick

Set out from Bellagio on a private three-hour sail for up to nine people. Your skipper, often Marco or Federico, points out Villa Melzi, Villa del Balbianello, lakeside towns, and film locations. Expect snacks, soft drinks, some alcohol, a swim stop when conditions allow, and a relaxed route shaped by the weather.

“Our family of 6 adults had a wonderful time sailing around Lake Como with Frederico. It was so relaxing and amazing beautiful.”

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2.Sunset sailing on lake Como with Private Skipper

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 88 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $713 whole boat, up to 9

Set out from Bellagio at 6 p.m. on a private 38-foot sailing yacht with a skipper such as Federico or Marco. Cruise past villas, coves, and lakeside towns while enjoying Prosecco, Italian aperitivo snacks, and local stories. The route can change with wind, waves, and boat traffic, and the boat returns to Bellagio after two hours.

“We loved the opportunity to see the lake shore from the water. There was no wind, so we motored only, but the leisurely pace, the beautiful weather, and the views were amazing. Our captain gave us a nice tour, sharing names of places and some stories of what we were seeing on the shoreline. He is a skilled sailor and made us feel very welcome and pampered.”

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3.Lake Como Sailing Boat Group Tour Aperitivo & Prosecco Included

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 34 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $234

Spend about four hours sailing Lake Como’s central Golden Triangle with skipper Ricky and, on some departures, assistant Nadia. Expect a small group of no more than six people, villa and village views, local aperitivo, prosecco, beer, soft drinks, and possibly a swim stop. The route changes with the day’s timing and conditions.

“What a great day on the water! Ricky did a great job with the tour. He pointed out all the interesting Villas and villages around the Golden Triangle area. The food and drinks were simple and delicious. Would definitely go again!”

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4.Sailing Experience on Lake Como: Fun, Relax and Adventure!

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 26 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $251

Set out from Valmadrera at 2 p.m. for four hours on Lake Como’s quieter eastern side. With a skipper and assistant such as Isabella, Mauro, Gigi, or Baffo, you can help steer, swim from the boat, and enjoy Prosecco with snacks. The group is limited to six people, though children need a private booking.

“Isabella and Gigi were amazing! By far the best experience of our entire Italy trip. Gigi and Isa made us feel like family, talked about their towns, family, and traditions. We enjoyed the lake with perfect sailing weather. We cannot thank them for an experience of a lifetime.”

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5.Private Tour by Modern Sailboat Lake Como with Aperitif

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · 2 to 7 hours (approx.) · from $361

Cruise Lake Como privately from Bellagio aboard a clean, spacious modern sailboat. Carlo, Elia, or another skipper guides you past famous villas, villages, waterfalls, castles, and film locations, with time for an aperitif and, when conditions allow, a swim or sunset sail.

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6.Private Sailing Boat Tour Classic Lake Como with Aperitif

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · 2 to 7 hours (approx.) · from $391

Set out from Bellagio on a private sailing boat with an English-speaking skipper such as Carlo or Elia. Depending on your chosen length, you may pass Bellagio, Varenna, Menaggio, Villa Carlotta, Villa Melzi, Piona, and more. The relaxed cruise includes an aperitif, with private group space and pickup available.

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7.2-Hour Private Tour Sailing on Lake Como with Aperitif

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · from $119Best value

Spend two private hours on Lake Como with a captain such as Alberto or Mia, passing famous villas, villages, Orrido di Nesso, and Villa Pliniana. You can relax, play your own music, sunbathe, swim at a private-feeling spot, and enjoy Italian Prosecco before returning to Como.

“This is a not to be missed tour from the water of Lake Como. Ask for Alberto, just a wonderful guide who is filled with local knowledge and tidbits of all the key sites. An exceptional experience.”

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8.Sailing at Sunset on Lake Como: How to escape from daily routine

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $296

Spend about three hours on a sailboat with skipper Mauro and assistant Isabella, sailing north from the Malgrate area toward Lecco and Abbadia Lariana. You will stop for a swim and shared aperitivo with Prosecco, food, and sunset views of Monte Resegone. The boat holds no more than six people.

“We had a wonderful experience and highly recommend this tour. Both Isabella and Mauro were very knowledgeable and friendly. The food was fantastic for the whole family. This would be a great experience for adults and families. They even helped arrange transportation to and from our hotel and were so accommodating.”

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9.Private Guided Sailing Boat Tour on Lake Como with Aperitif

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $888 whole boat, up to 4

Set out from Bellagio with captain Tiziano and guide Roberta on a beautifully restored early-1900s sailboat. Choose a southern route toward Limonta, Lierna, and Varenna, or sail north to Menaggio and Tremezzo. You can swim from the boat, ask about sailing, and enjoy an aperitif on the water.

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10.Private Guided Sailing Boat Tour on Lake Como with Aperitif

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · from $1,152 whole boat, up to 4

Join skipper Tiziano and Roberta for a private three-hour sail from Bellagio aboard a one-hundred-year-old boat. Cruise toward Tremezzo, Villa Carlotta, Villa Balbianello, and Isola Comacina, where you can swim and enjoy DOCG Prosecco, fruit, and Italian appetizers. Roberta also speaks French.

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