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Timeless Shores from Varenna - 2-Hour Tour

Varenna, Italy

5
17 REVIEWS
8
PEOPLE
2h00
DURATION
With skipper
You will be accompanied by a skipper speaking English, Spanish, Italian
Super Owner
MASSIMO is an experienced boat renter with excellent reviews and is committed to providing quality services

What's included

    Fuel
    Drinking Water
    WiFi Onboard
    Sound System

About the experience

Embark from charming Varenna aboard Crissi, a sleek speedboat designed for up to eight guests, and set out on a captivating two‑hour journey through Lake Como’s storied shores. As the boat glides away from Varenna’s waterfront, you’ll instantly feel the blend of tranquility and anticipation that defines this legendary lake.

Your first destination is Cernobbio, where opulent 19th-century villas like Villa d’Este line the shore, their reflections shimmering on the water. From there, the boat eases into the secluded bay of Laglio, home to the iconic Villa Oleandra, George Clooney’s lakeside retreat. Imagine the stories those walls could tell as you pass by in comfort.

Continuing northwest, you’ll approach the cinematic Villa Balbianello, perched dramatically on a wooded promontory. This masterpiece of Renaissance architecture has starred in films like Casino Royale and Star Wars, and its terraced gardens offer breathtaking lake views.

Turning south, Crissi takes you to Nesso, where a narrow gorge channels a waterfall into the lake, a postcard moment perfect for photos. Then, you’ll drift past the serene villages of Torno and Blevio, each offering charming waterfront promenades, historic chapels, and hillside villas that speak to the region’s rich heritage.

Throughout the cruise, stay refreshed with chilled water, curate your own soundtrack using our premium audio system, and share the journey instantly with onboard Wi‑Fi.

Ready to experience Como’s timeless elegance?
Book your two‑hour Renaissance Reflections cruise from Varenna now and discover the lake’s most iconic treasures in style.

About the experience

Embark from charming Varenna aboard Crissi, a sleek speedboat designed for up to eight guests, and set out on a captivating two‑hour journey through Lake Como’s storied shores. As the boat glides away from Varenna’s waterfront, you’ll instantly feel the blend of tranquility and anticipation that defines this legendary lake.

Your first destination is Cernobbio, where opulent 19th-century villas like Villa d’Este line the shore, their reflections shimmering on the water. From there, the boat eases into the secluded bay of Laglio, home to the iconic Villa Oleandra, George Clooney’s lakeside retreat. Imagine the stories those walls could tell as you pass by in comfort.

Continuing northwest, you’ll approach the cinematic Villa Balbianello, perched dramatically on a wooded promontory. This masterpiece of Renaissance architecture has starred in films like Casino Royale and Star Wars, and its terraced gardens offer breathtaking lake views.

Turning south, Crissi takes you to Nesso, where a narrow gorge channels a waterfall into the lake, a postcard moment perfect for photos. Then, you’ll drift past the serene villages of Torno and Blevio, each offering charming waterfront promenades, historic chapels, and hillside villas that speak to the region’s rich heritage.

Throughout the cruise, stay refreshed with chilled water, curate your own soundtrack using our premium audio system, and share the journey instantly with onboard Wi‑Fi.

Ready to experience Como’s timeless elegance?
Book your two‑hour Renaissance Reflections cruise from Varenna now and discover the lake’s most iconic treasures in style.

Organised by MASSIMO
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· Super owner · 17 reviews

Itinerary

Starting location:
Varenna, Italy
Laglio
Cruise along the tranquil shores of Laglio, home to charming stone cottages and George Clooney’s Villa Oleandra
Villa del Balbianello
Admire the romantic terraces and lush, wooded gardens of Villa del Balbianello, set on a picturesque peninsula
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Pause to marvel at Nesso’s dramatic gorge and cascading waterfall flowing beneath the historic Ponte della Civera
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Drift by Torno’s pastel-hued houses and serene marina—perfect for a peaceful twilight moment
Blevio
Pass Blevio’s stately villas nestled against verdant hillsides, their lights twinkling on the water
Arrive back at:
Varenna, Italy

5/5 · 17 reviews

Reviews are displayed in chronological order
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    Elizabeth
    Date of the rental 12/09/2025  ·  Date of the review 28/09/2025
    We had a wonderful time on our boat tour of Lake Como with Massimo! Such a wonderful experience for our group of friend! Great weather, Great tunes and a wonderful tour guide!
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    Christine
    Date of the rental 16/08/2024  ·  Date of the review 17/08/2024
    Such an amazing crew. They are so knowledgeable and bring so much positivity to the trip. I loved the little stops they made to explain some history that we did not know about. Very patient and flexible. Whether you’re wanting to have a party on the boat or a chill relaxing time, massimo provides whatever experience you need and is happy to do so. Highly recommend. Thank you for making our first lake Como trip memorable.
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    Laurence
    Date of the rental 30/07/2024  ·  Date of the review 30/07/2024
    Great day out. Very considerate skipper who provided us with a wonderful trip. Very knowledgeable.
  • E
    Elly
    Date of the rental 25/04/2024  ·  Date of the review 28/04/2024
    We had a lovely time! Massimo was very knowledgeable about the area and provided lots of interesting facts. His boat was clean and the journey was lots of fun!
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Reviews
5
  • E
    Elizabeth
    Sep 2025
    We had a wonderful time on our boat tour of Lake Como with Massimo! Such a wonderful experience for our group of friend! Great weather, Great tunes and a wonderful tour guide!
  • C
    Christine
    Aug 2024
    Such an amazing crew. They are so knowledgeable and bring so much positivity to the trip. I loved the little stops they made to explain some history that we did not know about. Very patient and flexible. Whether you’re wanting to have a party on the boat or a chill relaxing time, massimo provides whatever experience you need and is happy to do so. Highly recommend. Thank you for making our first lake Como trip memorable.
  • L
    Laurence
    Jul 2024
    Great day out. Very considerate skipper who provided us with a wonderful trip. Very knowledgeable.
  • E
    Elly
    Apr 2024
    We had a lovely time! Massimo was very knowledgeable about the area and provided lots of interesting facts. His boat was clean and the journey was lots of fun!
  • C
    Chloe
    Apr 2024
    Massimo was great. He was quick to respond to my questions and a request for a quote. Booked a 4 hour tour with him and he took us to different spots around the lake and gave us advice as to where is good to eat.
  • D
    Diego
    Oct 2023

    Translated from Spanish

    Massimo has been an excellent Captain, the best option to visit the Lake, professional in navigation and best guide. We have had an extraordinary day. Thank you Massimo
  • V
    Vicki
    Oct 2023

    Translated from English

    If you are traveling to Lake Como and want to visit sites around the lake you should definitely book a private boat and if you do you should absolutely book Massimo and his boat Crissi sul Lago. He is a wonderful skipper and helps you enjoy the beautiful lake in whatever way you wish to. We had a marvelous day and he was one of the main reasons, it was such an amazing time! Thank you for everything Massimo ❤️ Your “cousins” in Montana
  • J
    Jakub
    Sep 2023

    Translated from Polish

    I would highly recommend. Great contact. Massimo is very flexible and nothing is impossible for him. Great experience!
  • H
    HL
    Sep 2023

    Translated from English

    Communication with Captain Massimo ran smoothly. He was very welcoming, asked about our interests for the day and acted upon them. He has so much knowledge about the lake and its surroundings, and he kept the fun facts coming as we loved hearing them! He showed us the little gems, gave us time to relax, we got off to visit the beautiful gardens of the museum, went for a dip in the water and were able to rinse off with clean water on the boat. Honestly, I would recommend Captain Massimo and his boat Crissi for a day at Lake Como. He is funny, kind and gentlemanly. Massimo, thank you for the stories, the fun and the laughter. We have made memories to cherish, thanks to you! Wishing you the best!!
  • T
    Timothy
    Aug 2023

    Translated from English

    Massimo is a great captain. Made our day on Lago de Como a very memorable experience!
  • J
    Jennifer
    Aug 2023

    Translated from English

    Massimo was amazing. His wealth of knowledge of the area (not only the facts but the interesting stories about the lake) was great and informative. He was flexible with our wishes for the day and took us to a great restaurant for lunch. Our day with Massimo on the lake was a highlight of our trip to Lake Como. We will definitely be back and will book a trip with Massimo again!
  • M
    Michel
    Aug 2023

    Translated from English

    Excellent day with Massimo, amazing with our kids! 100%! Trustable and nice person!
  • Aimee
    Jul 2023

    Translated from English

    Massimo is the best. If you come to como, he's your guy! Born and raised here. So knowledgeable. So passionate and so fun and friendly and flexible! We had the best day of pie vacation so far. A day we will never forget!!!
  • D
    Donald
    Jul 2023

    Translated from English

    Massimo was awesome!! He made the trip for us. Very friendly and knowledgeable.
  • M
    Mark
    Jul 2023

    Translated from English

    We could not have been happier with our day on Massimo’s boat. His communication was excellent during the booking process and especially when the day approached. On the day he and Marco were brilliant. They were great with our kids, gave us a great and informative tour of the lake with many laughs along the way. Highly recommended. ?
  • A
    Alexander
    Jul 2023

    Translated from English

    We had an excellent experience with Massimo on the boat. Massimo is a very kind man who tailored the boat trip to our wishes. He showed us all interesting spots around the lake and shared interesting anecdotes with us. The communication with him prior to the trip was open and clear. I can fully recommend Massimo and will book him again once we come back to Lake Como.
  • A
    andy
    Jun 2023

    Translated from English

    We had an amazing day. Massimo was fantastic, he went above and beyond to ensure we had a wonderful trip. He was friendly and knowledgable and adapted the day to suit our desired itinerary as well as showing us all the key sights. The boat was comfortable, fast and great fun! I would 100% recommend Massimo.

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