Private · 2 Hours · Lake Como

Lake Como Boat Tour
La Dolce Vista

Iconic villas, a hidden waterfall, and a swim in the lake — two unhurried hours on the most beautiful stretch of water in Italy.

~2h
Duration
€500
Total price
7
Max guests
EN
Narration

The Route

Villas, waterfalls
& open water

La Dolce Vista extends the Villas Escape further along the lake — past the grand estates of the central shore, all the way to the spectacular Nesso waterfall gorge.

01
The Grand Villas
Glide past Lake Como's most celebrated lakeside estates — Villa del Balbianello, Villa Carlotta, Villa Oleandra and more — with your captain's expert narration.
Central lake · Tremezzina
02
Nesso Waterfall
The hidden highlight of this tour. The village of Nesso sits above a dramatic limestone gorge where a waterfall cascades directly into the lake — a breathtaking sight seen almost exclusively by boat.
Nesso · East shore
03
Swim Stop (optional)
If the day calls for it, your captain will find a quiet spot on the lake for a refreshing swim. Just let us know when booking — towels provided on request.
Optional · On request

The Highlight

The Nesso waterfall —
Lake Como's best kept secret

Nesso is one of the least-visited villages on Lake Como, tucked into a deep limestone gorge on the eastern shore. The waterfall that plunges through the Orrido di Nesso into the lake is almost impossible to reach on foot — but from the water, the view is extraordinary.

Most visitors to Lake Como never see it. On La Dolce Vista, it's one of the highlights of the journey.

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Optional swim stop Tell us when booking if you'd like to stop for a swim. We'll find the perfect spot and have towels ready.

What's Included

Everything taken
care of

Private boat
The entire Airon Marine 277 is exclusively yours — no other passengers.
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English-speaking captain
Expert narration on the villas, villages and history of Lake Como.
Fuel included
€500 total, nothing more. No surprises at the end of your tour.
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Water & soft drinks
Chilled water and soft drinks provided throughout.
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Towels on request
Planning a swim? Let us know when booking.
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Any pier departure
We come to you — a small pick-up fee may apply for distant locations.

FAQ

Questions about
La Dolce Vista

Is the swim stop always included? +

The swim stop is optional — just let us know when booking if you'd like one. Your captain will find a calm, beautiful spot on the lake. Towels are available on request.

Is €500 per person or for the whole boat? +

€500 is the total price for the entire private boat, for up to 7 guests. Fuel and captain are always included. No additional costs, unless a small pick-up fee applies for very remote departure points.

What villas will we see on this tour? +

La Dolce Vista follows a similar route to our Villas Escape — you'll cruise past the grand lakeside estates of the central shore including Villa del Balbianello, Villa Carlotta and Villa Oleandra, before continuing on to Nesso. The exact villas depend on your departure pier.

Can we get close to the Nesso waterfall? +

Yes — your captain will bring the boat right in front of the Orrido di Nesso gorge so you can fully appreciate the waterfall. It's one of those moments that genuinely surprises people who haven't seen it before.

Can I extend this tour into something longer? +

Absolutely. Many guests combine La Dolce Vista with a stop in Bellagio or Varenna. Just get in touch and we'll design the perfect custom itinerary for your group.

Book La Dolce Vista

Reserve your
private tour

We confirm within 24 hours. Let us know if you'd like a swim stop and we'll plan accordingly.

Tour
La Dolce Vista
Duration
~2 hours
Price
€500 total