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Milan Discover the Charm of Lake Como

By MT Explore
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$2,365 per traveller* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple travellers

Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 10h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

Discover the beauty of Lake Como on a relaxed and authentic tour from Milan. Take advantage of an exclusive service that will take you to Como, where you can explore the historic centre with the Duomo and the lakefront. With an Expert Tour Leader, discover local stories and hidden corners, before taking the funicular to Brunate for stunning views. Enjoy a free lunch with recommendations on typical restaurants, followed by an afternoon of exploring boutiques and a possible boat ride on the lake to admire historic villas. Return to Milan to reflect on an unforgettable day.

  • Full tour from Milan to Lake Como with private transport
  • Explore the historic centre of Como and its Duomo with Local Leader Tour.
  • Take the funicular to Brunate for extraordinary views
  • Possibility of a suggestive navigation on the lake

Activity location

  • Como
    • Como, Italy

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Como
    • Como, Italy

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Milan : Discover the charm of Lake Como

  • Activity duration is 10 hours10h
    10h
  • English

Pickup included

Starting time: 8:30 AM
Price details
NZ$2,562.06 x 1 TravellerNZ$2,562.06
Total
Price is NZ$2,562.06
Until Fri, 5 Jun

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    • Guided walk in the historic centre of Como
  • What's includedWhat's included
    • Funicular to Brunate and free time to explore the scenic village
  • What's includedWhat's included
    • Return transport from Milan to Como by exclusive van
  • What's includedWhat's included
    • Van available for the whole day
  • What's includedWhat's included
    • Accompaniment of Expert Tour Leader throughout the day
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    • Sailing on the lake (bookable on request)
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    • Lunch and drinks
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    • Personal extras
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    • Tips (optional)

Know before you book

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Milan (Pass by)

Discover Milan comfortably on board a panoramic van with dedicated Leader Tour, ideal for a first introduction to the city. During the tour you will pass through the districts of the Lombard capital, admiring historical monuments, elegant boulevards, fashion areas and futuristic skylines. On board, the Tour Leader will provide explanations, curiosities and historical notes about the city, telling the evolution of Milan from medieval capital to international centre of design, finance and culture. .

Como

  • 2h
The Tour Leader will tell the evolution of the city of Como from its Roman origins to its development as an elegant destination loved by artists, writers and international travellers. Curiosities will also be provided on the lake landscape, historic villas and the importance of the lake over the centuries. Upon arrival in Como, you will have an overview of the city with its main points of interest, including: the medieval old town, the Duomo of Como, the ancient walls, the elegant squares on the lake, the scenic lakefront. The tour is an ideal introduction to discover one of the most fascinating destinations in northern Italy, combining comfort, spectacular scenery and engaging explanations during the journey.

Funicolare Como-Brunate

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
The historic Como–Brunate funicular connects the centre of Como to the characteristic hilltop village of Brunate in a few minutes, offering one of the most suggestive panoramic views of Lake Como and the surrounding Alps. During the ascent, you can admire a spectacular view of the lake, the rooftops of the city of Como and the mountain landscape surrounding the area. Once you arrive in Brunate, known as the “balcony on the Alps”, you will have time to walk through the quiet streets of the village and enjoy breathtaking views from above. The Tour Leader will provide explanations and curiosities about the history of the funicular, inaugurated at the end of the nineteenth century, and the importance of Brunate as a historic holiday resort loved by Milanese nobility and European travellers. An unmissable experience for those who want to experience Lake Como from a unique perspective, between nature, history and unforgettable panoramic views.

Centro Storico

  • 1h
After guided activities, enjoy free time in the heart of Como's historic centre, a place full of charm where elegant squares, cobbled alleys and refined boutiques intertwine between history and authentic Italian atmosphere. Strolling through the characteristic medieval streets, you will be captivated by the lively energy of the city: street artists, outdoor cafes, the scent of Italian pastries and picturesque views will make every corner perfect to live and photograph. Como is an ideal Shopping Destination: from Italian fashion boutiques to artisan silk shops, the city's iconic product known throughout the world. You can browse elegant shop windows, small ateliers and typical shops immersed in a relaxed and sophisticated atmosphere or simply sit in one of the historic squares or on the lakefront and experience the quiet rhythm of the Italian dolce vita, surrounded by spectacular views and the timeless elegance of Lake Como.

Lake Como

  • 2h
Sailing on Lake Como is one of the most suggestive moments of the entire experience: a short but fascinating boat tour on the first basin of the lake, among elegant views, historic villas and mountains that are reflected in the water. While sailing, you can admire Como from a completely different perspective, with its refined lakefront and the hills surrounding it, while the boat glides slowly over the calm waters of the lake. It is the perfect time to relax, take pictures and let yourself be enveloped by the unique atmosphere of this iconic place. From the lake there are spectacular views of historic villas, lush gardens and small villages overlooking the water, in a succession of elegant and always different views. A short but intense experience, which contains all the beauty and charm of Lake Como. Sailing on Lake Como is an optional experience that can be added to the tour upon request at the time of Reservation, with a supplement.

Location

Activity location

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    Como
    • Como, Italy

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Como
    • Como, Italy

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