The 9 best Boat Tours on Lake Iseo

This experience allows you to have a unique experience aboard the first catamaran on Lake Como.

You'll find a living area in the stern and a large, sprung sunbathing net in the bow that will allow you to relax.

On board you will begin a slow and pleasant cruise to Comacina Island, passing some of the most famous villas around the lake: Villa Balbianello, Villa Cassinella, Villa Monastero.

On reaching Comacina Island for a short scenic stop with a chance to take a few dips you will set off again in the direction of Bellagio, which you will sail along and then stop for a longer stop during which you will be served an aperitif with typical Italian products and good wine.

At the end of the cruise you will sail between Bellagio, Varenna and Menaggio and return to the port of departure.

Group Tour

You will share the catamaran with other people, just like a real boat party, to have a good time between music and an aperitif with local products and wine.

You can choose whether to relax on the overflow net on the water, launch yourself with dives or try the SUP experience.

Two departures are planned for the group tour: from Tremezzo or Laglio.

Private tour

You will have the opportunity to discover the hidden coves of Lake Como in tranquility and in the company of your family or friends.

This exclusive experience will allow you to feel like you are in your own personal boat, but with the comfort of having a skipper at your complete disposal.

For the private tour you can choose the departure location by contacting the facility following your reservation.

Rent a boat in Carate Urio and sail independently on Lake Como with friends or family.

Leaving from the pier in Carate Urio, you can explore Lake Como on an autonomous excursion, without a skipper, moving at your own pace.

You can choose the duration of the outing according to your preference from 1 hour to 1 full day.

The boat can accommodate up to 7 people.

This three-hour skippered group tour of Lake Como is the perfect opportunity to enjoy an unforgettable experience, admiring the lake's charms from a unique perspective: the water.

Aboard a modern Capoforte SX200 boat, capable of accommodating up to seven people, you will share the sailing with other travelers and discover together the wonders of this iconic place.

The itinerary will take you through striking landscapes and picturesque villages. During the navigation you will admire some of the most beautiful and fascinating villas on the lake, such as the historic Villa Pliniana and the spectacular Nesso waterfall. Afterwards there is a one-hour stop in Bellagio, the famous "Pearl of the Lario."

On the return trip you will see other iconic residences, including the scenic Villa del Balbianello, George Clooney's villa, the elegant Villa Fontanelle, once owned by Gianni Versace, and the renowned Villa d'Este.

With a professional skipper at the helm, you won't have to worry about a thing: just let yourself be lulled by the waves, enjoy the view and fully experience the magic of the lake in a convivial and pleasant setting.

An experience suitable for everyone, perfect for those who want to travel light and carefree, immersed in the natural beauty of one of the most fascinating lakes in the world.

Discover the beautiful Borromean Islands with a boat tour that allows you to explore this corner of paradise on Lake Maggiore in total freedom.

Get on and off the boat when you want to visit the different islands of the archipelago, following your own pace and interests. You can admire the botanical gardens, historic buildings, and enjoy the beautiful views of the lake and surrounding mountains.

The non-scheduled public transportation service gives you flexibility in planning your day, allowing you to devote the time you want to each island.

Visit Lake Como on a one’hour boat tour designed to showcase the Lake’s unparalleled beauty.

The tour begins at the dock, centrally located within walking distance of Como's main attractions. After a warm welcome, board the boat and get ready to explore the iconic sites of Lake Como.

The first stop è Villa d’Este, you arrive by sailing to Cernobbio to admire this world-famous luxury hotel. Once an aristocratic residence, its enchanting gardens and water views make it one of the highlights of the lake.

The first stop is the Villa d’Este.

Next stop is Villa Erba, a masterpiece of Italian architecture, often used as a venue for high-profile events and film productions.

After that, you will visit Villa Cagni Troubetzkoy, Parco Mosaici, Villa Pasta (Giuditta), Hotel Mandarin Oriental, Villa Versace, Villa Pizzo, Villages of Torno and Blevio.

During the boat ride you will be served a glass of prosecco or a non-alcoholic drink, accompanied by local appetizers, while admiring the breathtaking view of the lake.

Throughout the tour, your expert skipper will tell you fascinating stories and historical insights about the villas and places of interest.

Sailing Aperitif at Lake Maggiore departing from Angera is a great opportunity to enjoy a relaxing moment while enjoying aperitifs and appetizers overlooking the lake. You will have a choice of 3 different tour options:

Sunset Tour

The Sunset Tour includes passing under the Fortress of Angera, a salute to the San Carlone, and a view of Arona's lakeside promenade. Samples of local dishes accompanied by cocktails will be served. The tour lasts 3 hours.

Half-Day Tour

The Half Day Tour includes passing under the Fortress of Angera, a salute to the San Carlone, and a visit to the Gulf of Quassa, where it will be possible to admire the openness of the lake that stretches as far as the eye can see to about its halfway point. The last stop before returning to port will be the Pantegora islet, with the Rocca as a backdrop. Included is a 50cl bottle of water, a few savories, and coffee on the way back to port. The tour lasts 4 hours.

Full Day Tour

The Full Day Tour will depart by h 10:00 am. Upon arrival you will be offered a welcome coffee and then depart north. You will admire the Lombard coastline called the "flowery shore" because of its vast vegetation, and, after about an hour's navigation, you will arrive below the Hermitage of St. Catherine where you can make a brief stop to photograph the monastery that has risen sheer above the eastern shore of Lake Maggiore . The navigation will continue to the Gulf of Quassa, where it will be possible to take a swim, have lunch and relax. Around 6:30 p.m. an aperitif is planned under the Fortress of Angera, and then return to port. The tour lasts 8 hours.

A sunset boat ride on Lake Iseo is a beautiful and relaxing experience! You will rent a classic Venetian Taxi style boat, driven by a skipper and take a tour of the Lake of about 1 hour and 30 minutes.

The boat tour can be taken during the day or at sunset to enjoy the beautiful colors of the Lake as the sun goes down. Excellent Franciacorta wine will be served during the tour.

For this mini-cruise, the boat is booked exclusively and has a maximum capacity of 20 people.

Boat trip exploring the Sirmione peninsula departing from Desenzano, one of the pearls of Lake Garda.

During the tour you will have the opportunity to relax along the way, admiring the surrounding landscape and coastline from the calm waters of Lake Garda. Once you reach your destination, you can discover the beautiful Sirmione by staying on board or going down for two hours or more on the mainland.

Return is scheduled about 2 hours after the start of the stop in Sirmione. For example, if you book the tour departing at 11:00 am, you will get off in Sirmione around 11:40 am, and the return should be 2 hours later with the 1:40 pm tour. If you take the 1:00 p.m. one from Desenzano, the return from Sirmione will be at 3:40 p.m., and if you take the 3:00 p.m. one from Desenzano, the return will be at 6:40 p.m. from Sirmione.

Points of interest to be seen will be Desenzano Castle, Villa Maria Callas, Boiola Spa and spring, Catullus Caves, Scaliger Castle, and the Medieval Port.

Boats with a maximum capacity of 30 people.

Enjoy an evening boat tour around the Sirmione peninsula (and surrounding area) and be enchanted by the sunset over Lake Garda, with the sun disappearing behind the hills as you toast with a local Spumante from the Ca' Maiol winery.

Departing from Sirmione, you'll sail past elegant villas and striking views, passing iconic sites such as the Grotte di Catullo and Scaliger Castle.

The experience takes place at sunset and lasts about 1 hour and 30 minutes. Depending on weather conditions and the skipper's decisions, the itinerary and stops may change.

Included are 1 bottle of wine for every 3 people and 1 fruit basket per person.

Reservations for bachelor parties are not accepted.

25-minute group boat trip to discover the most picturesque places of Sirmione, one of the pearls of Lake Garda.

During this experience you will have the opportunity to admire the surrounding landscape and coastline from the calm waters of Lake Garda.

This tour departs directly from the port of Sirmione. On a 25min boat excursion you will take a complete tour around the peninsula and visit points of interest directly from the lake.

During the tour, you will admire:

•    Maria Callas' former villa
•    Aquaria spa center
•    Boiola thermal spring
•    Caves of Catullus
•    Scaliger Castle
•    Medieval harbor

Boats with a maximum capacity of 30 people.

Explore the islands of Lake Garda aboard a private motorboat with skipper, amid exclusive views and natural beauty of the Riviera, while enjoying an aperitif with sparkling wine toast on board.

Departure is from Gardone Riviera and the excursion is exclusive. You can choose from two itineraries:

Garda Island (about 1 hour)

A tour dedicated to the beautiful Garda Island, with views of Villa Borghese, the picturesque Gulf of Salò and the San Marco Tower.

Islands and Sirmione (about 2 hours)

For those who want a more complete experience: sailing to Garda Island and Rocca di Manerba to Sirmione, with passage in front ofIsola dei Conigli.

Both tours include an aperitif on board with sparkling wine to make the experience even more enjoyable.

Depending on weather conditions and skipper's decisions, the itinerary and stops may change.

Maximum capacity: 6 people.

Reservations for bachelor's parties are not accepted.

Discover the Sirmione Peninsula with a full boat tour around it and admire the main points of interest directly from the waters of Lake Garda.

During the tour, which lasts about 25 minutes, you start from Piazzale Porto in Sirmione and reach: Terme Aquaria, Villa Callas, Grotte di Catullo, Fonte Boiola and Castello Scaligero, with return to the starting point.

The Sirmione Peninsula is one of the most famous and visited destinations on Lake Garda: experiencing it by boat allows you to observe the places that make it unique from a privileged perspective.

The boat accommodates a maximum of 20 people. The tour is commented in Italian and English.

Reservations for stag parties are not accepted.