Lake Como and Lugano
Small Group Tour from Milan
Tour Highlights
- 🕐 10 Hours
- 👥 Max 14 people
- 🗣 English-only tour
- 🚆 No traffic, Fast comfortable Transportion from Milan included
- 🏞 Visit both Italian and Swiss lakeside towns
- ❌ No tourist traps
- ✅ Real local experience
- 🕐 The Best-Rated Lake Como & Lugano Tour from Milan on Tripadvisor, Viator, and GetYourGuide
Why This Tour Is Unique
Experience two countries and their breathtaking lakes in a single day, beyond the typical tourist trails.
- Explore the charming lakeside town of Como and its historic center
- Discover peaceful Lugano, Switzerland’s Italian-speaking lakeside gem
- Enjoy a scenic boat ride across Lake Como with spectacular views
- No bilingual delays — our tours are in English only
- Small groups mean more personal attention and insider stories
- Guided by passionate local experts, not mass-tour operators
What You’ll Experience
Como
Start your day with a stroll through Como’s picturesque old town. Admire the beautiful piazzas, historic cathedral, and elegant lakeside promenade. Your guide will share fascinating stories about the city’s rich history and architecture.
Lake Como Boat Cruise
Board a scenic boat and cruise the serene waters of Lake Como. Take in panoramic views of villas, gardens, and mountains that surround the lake. Enjoy the view of celebrity villas — including the former Versace villa, the villa featured in the Ocean’s Twelve filming, and the villa where John Legend got married.
Lugano, Switzerland
Cross the border into Switzerland to visit Lugano, a stunning lakeside city nestled between mountains. Enjoy a leisurely walk along the beautiful lakeside promenade, explore local shops and cafés, and soak in the unique Swiss-Italian atmosphere.
Free Time & Local Food Suggestions
You’ll have free time in both Como and Lugano to explore at your own pace, grab a coffee, or enjoy a meal. Your guide will happily recommend authentic local spots for an unforgettable culinary experience.
Stop by a charming, authentic village — a true hidden gem
The Lake Como tour is not just about Bellagio! We’ll stop by a spectacular village where no other tours go. You’ll experience real, authentic Lake Como life—not just the glamorous, postcard-perfect Instagram spots.
What's included
Frequently Asked Questions
No, this tour does not go to Bellagio — and that’s a good thing.
Yes, Bellagio is beautiful. But it’s also the most crowded, commercialized village on Lake Como. In high season — especially Sundays — it’s so packed you can barely walk.
If you still want to visit Bellagio, we offer a separate small-group tour to Bellagio and Bellano — with a completely different approach. No big buses. No chaos. Just an unforgettable day.
Whatever you do — avoid the mass-market bus tours to Bellagio and Lugano. You’ll spend over 5 hours stuck on the bus, get herded through overcrowded streets, and leave more stressed than amazed.
Do it wrong, and you’ll regret it. Do it with us, and you’ll love every minute.
Because on those tours, you don’t experience Lake Como — you just check the box.
You’re rushed from one overcrowded stop to the next, crammed in with 40+ strangers, and when you finally arrive? It’s “You’ve got 30 minutes — grab a snack at some tourist trap and run back to the bus!”
That’s not a tour. That’s survival.
Most of those tours follow the same tired route — same spots, same photos, same crowd chaos. You don’t see the real Lake Como. You don’t feel it. You’re just herded through it like cattle.
Our tour is different.
We skip the overhyped, overrun places. We go where the crowds don’t. You’ll have time to explore, breathe, ask questions, and actually enjoy a proper meal — not some reheated plate from a tourist trap.
We don’t just take you there — we let you experience it. Big difference.
Recommended for ages 5 and up. Younger children may find it difficult to keep up with the pace of the tour.
There are several staircases and narrow cobblestone streets, so we do not recommend this tour for wheelchairs or strollers.
Yes. You can cancel free of charge up to 24 hours before the tour starts.
A little rain can be magical — fewer crowds and a more peaceful experience.
If the weather is really bad, we’ll cancel and offer you other dates or a full refund.
Just bring comfortable shoes and weather-appropriate clothing.
YES! We sell on big marketplaces, but when you book here, you skip the middleman.
That means a better price for you — and more support for our small, local business.
You also get more flexible cancellation terms when booking directly with us.
Yes! You can reserve your spot now and pay nothing until 48 hours before the tour starts.
Just choose the “zero deposit” option when you book.
Absolutely! Contact us at abroadstour@gmail.com or WhatsApp us here.
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Why are our tours the best rated from Milan on TripAdvisor, Viator & GetYourGuide?
Because all the tours were created by an expert tour guide who was fed up with mass tourism.
Hi, I’m Oleg. For years, I led large 50-person bilingual tours from Milan to Lake Como — long hours on a bus, rushing through crowded spots. It was exhausting and felt fake.
We run small, personal tours. Yes, you’ll see the famous places — but we also take you off the beaten path to peaceful villages and hidden gems that big groups miss.
Our guests give us 5 stars again and again because we offer what mass tourism can’t: real stories, local knowledge, and genuine connections.
Customer Reviews
“An excellent small group experience. The guide, Michele, is the best!! His intent was to lead us to not touristy places. He wanted to ensure we had ample free time, and not a rushed itinerary. So worth it!!”
“I highly recommend this tour. It was a great way to see the highlights of Lake Como and Lugano in a short time. The guide was knowledgeable and friendly, and the small group made it feel personal.”
“One of the best tours I’ve ever had! Mike was amazing and goes above and beyond. I would absolutely tour with him again and would love to spend more time in the Lake Como area.”
“We used public transportation to go to Lake Como, Lake Lugano and got on a boat to explore Lake Como for a bit. Michele was awesome, very friendly, and he gave us time to explore by ourselves but was also there for those who wanted to walk with him. Highly recommend!”
“Amazing experience! Our guide Mike was a pro. We had a small group and he took us to hidden gems, not the over-touristed locations. Gave us great tips for shopping and food. Would recommend to family and friends!”
