Gardens and parks between Bellagio and Varenna on Lake Como

The central part of Lake Como is famous for the breathtaking peninsula of Bellagio and the point where its three branches meet. Thanks to this full-day trip, you will discover the two charming lakeside villages of Bellagio and Varenna, renowned for their cute historical centers and magnificent mansions surrounded by flourishing parks.

Length

  • 7 hours

Highlights

  • Private, comprehensive guided tour with a licensed local expert
  • Travel like a local on the public ferry, enjoying scenic lake views
  • Explore the stunning panoramas from Villa Melzi d’Eril and Villa Monastero gardens
  • Enjoy an exclusive aperitif in the beautiful gardens of Villa Cipressi.

Perfect for

  • History lovers seeking to explore the rich culture of Lake Como
  • Nature enthusiasts eager to enjoy scenic views of the lake and surrounding landscapes
  • Wine aficionados who want to indulge in a local tasting experience
  • Couples, families, and small groups looking for a relaxed yet enriching day in Bellagio
  • First-time visitors to Lake Como wanting to see the highlights with a knowledgeable guide

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Description

Discovering Bellagio and Villa Melzi d’Eril
First, your unforgettable full-day tour begins in Bellagio, where you will meet your licensed tourist guide. This small lakeside village, known worldwide as “the pearl of the lake”, is situated on the tip of a stunning promontory. Here, the beauty of Villa Melzi d’Eril will enchant you. Francesco Melzi d’Eril, Duke of Lodi and Vice-President of the Italian Republic under Napoleon, commissioned this magnificent villa between 1808 and 1810. To create its splendor, the architect Luigi Canonica and the botanist Luigi Villoresi designed its famous English-style gardens. After the visit, you’ll have time at your leisure for lunch before taking a public ferry to Varenna.

A Mini-Cruise to Varenna and the Beauty of Villa Monastero
Next, you will enjoy a guided tour of Villa Monastero and its botanical terraced garden. Remarkably, this garden stretches for two kilometers from Varenna to Fiumelatte. Here, thanks to the mild climate, botanical rarities from all over the world cohabit in a stunning display of biodiversity.

Happy ending: an elegant aperitif at Villa Cipressi
To conclude your day, you will follow your local guide to the private garden of Villa Cipressi, now a 4-star hotel. This masterpiece of design mixes contemporary structures with ancient gardens, where native plants cohabit with species that have made the park’s history. Finally, immersed in this natural beauty, you can sip an exclusive aperitif before returning to Bellagio by ferry.

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Inclusions

  • A private licensed tourist guide (7 hours’ length)
  • Tickets for public ferryboat
  • Admission tickets to Villa Melzi d’Eril, botanical gardens of Villa Monastero and Villa Cipressi
  • n. 01 aperitif

Meeting point and notes

You will meet your guide in the lobby of your hotel if it is in Bellagio downtown. Otherwise, the meeting point is conveniently located nearby. Please let us know the name of your hotel. It is crucial to communicate any allergies or intolerances in your reservation. The tour is always confirmed, even in case of rain. Our company will only contact you if conditions are dangerous. We recommend comfortable dress and shoes.

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