Tremezzina · Central Lake
Villa del Balbianello
The most photographed villa on Lake Como — a dramatic promontory estate with loggias and terraced gardens descending to the water. Film location for Casino Royale and Star Wars.
The most iconic villas of Lake Como, seen from the water — the perspective they were built to be admired from.
The Villas
Each villa has its own story. Your English-speaking captain will bring them to life as you glide past.
The most photographed villa on Lake Como — a dramatic promontory estate with loggias and terraced gardens descending to the water. Film location for Casino Royale and Star Wars.
Once the private retreat of Gianni Versace, Villa Fontanelle captures the timeless glamour and elegance that made Lake Como a destination for icons, artists, and aristocrats for centuries.
George Clooney's private Lake Como residence — a neoclassical 19th-century estate in the village of Laglio. Elegant, discreet, and one of the most talked-about properties on the lake.
One of the world's great luxury hotels since the 16th century — its baroque gardens and famous floating pool are a breathtaking sight from the water.
Built in 1808 for Napoleon's vice-president of the Italian Republic. Its neoclassical façade and English-style park sit at the tip of the Bellagio promontory.
Villa Erba is one of Lake Como’s most prestigious historic villas, known for its elegant architecture, waterfront gardens, and cinematic charm. Once home to filmmaker Luchino Visconti, it remains a symbol of luxury and timeless beauty on the lake.
Departure Points
The villas you'll cruise past depend on where your journey begins. We pick you up from any public or private pier on Lake Como — no need to travel to a fixed marina.
A small pick-up fee may apply for departure points far from our home dock. We'll always confirm this before you book.
What's Included
FAQ
It depends on your departure pier. From the central lake zone you'll see Villa del Balbianello, Villa Carlotta and Villa Oleandra. From Como or Cernobbio, Villa d'Este and the south-western estates. Your captain always plans the most spectacular route from your location.
€250 is the total price for the entire private boat, for up to 7 guests. Fuel and captain are included. No additional costs, unless a small pick-up fee applies for very remote departure points.
The Villas Escape is a cruise — you'll admire the villas from the water, which is genuinely the most spectacular perspective. If you'd like to visit Villa del Balbianello or Villa Carlotta in person, we're happy to advise on how to combine it with your day.
We depart from any pier on Lake Como. For locations significantly far from our home dock, a small pick-up fee may apply. We'll always confirm this transparently before you commit.
Absolutely. Many guests combine the villas with a stop in Bellagio or Varenna, turning it into a 3–4 hour custom experience. Just let us know and we'll design the perfect day.
Book the Villas Escape
We confirm within 24 hours and advise on the best villas route for your departure point.
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