2 hrsFrom €550
The Golden Hour Cruise
A slow run past Tremezzo as the Alps turn amber and the lake goes still.
Lake Como aboard the Cooper 800
Lake Como, shaped around the Cooper 800.
Elegant private cruises between Bellagio, Varenna and the great villas of the Larian shore. A local skipper, thoughtful details and an open deck made for unhurried days.
The boat behind the experience
Meet the Cooper 800
Low, elegant and entirely open to the lake. The Cooper 800 pairs a teak deck and wraparound comfort with the quiet poise of a modern Nordic dayboat.
Discover the Cooper 800Featured departures
Curated for the season. Availability changes daily.
2 hrsFrom €550
Bellagio & Varenna Loop
Two shore stops in the Larian Triangle: Bellagio's stepped alleys and Varenna's painted waterfront.
2 hrsFrom €550
Villa Gardens Morning
Villa del Balbianello at Lenno, Villa Carlotta at Tremezzo and Villa Melzi in Bellagio — all seen from the water.
Solo travel
Traveling alone? The lake is still yours.
Every escape aboard the Cooper 800 is private, and we know a solo fare carries the whole price. That is why we reserve consistently generous, dedicated discounts for guests traveling on their own — tell us your dates and we will shape a departure, and a rate, that works for one.
Where your escape begins
Depart from your side of the lake.
Choose a convenient lakeside meeting point, a private mooring or another accessible jetty. We confirm the best boarding place with your itinerary.
Explore all departuresWestern shore
Laglio · Brienno · Argegno · Sala Comacina · Lenno · Cadenabbia · Menaggio
Central & eastern lake
Bellano · Varenna · Bellagio
Como & Lecco branches
Torno · Malgrate · Lecco
Where we go
Real places along the Larian shore
Every stop below is a village, villa or landmark you can actually reach from the water — photographed on Lake Como, not imagined.
Villa gardens
Seen from on board
Varenna
Painted waterfront
Foto: DD991 / Wikimedia Commons (CC0)
Bellagio
Villa Melzi gardens
Foto: Yiyi / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Lenno
Villa del Balbianello
Foto: Emibuzz / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Tremezzo
Villa Carlotta gardens
Foto: Diego Bonacina / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Nesso
Orrido and old harbour
Foto: Civvì / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Isola Comacina
The lake's only island
Foto: Vittto / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Menaggio
Western-shore promenade
Foto: RaminusFalcon / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 3.0)
Castello di Vezio
Watchtower above Varenna
Foto: Diego Delso / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Why choose Lake Como Elegant Escapes
Local skippers
Born on the Larian shore — they know every bay and breeze.
Small groups
Never more than six guests, so the deck stays quiet.
Cooper 800 comfort
An open social cockpit, teak deck and graceful low profile.
Weather promise
Free reschedule if the Breva blows in or storms close the lake.
Special events
Celebrate love, milestones and creative moments on the lake.
Alongside the Cooper 800, we offer the TOVEL by Cantieri Molinari — Lago di Como for weddings, engagements, anniversaries and editorial shoots. Each event is planned directly with Stefano.
Recommended restaurant
Al Molo 5 — a table we recommend, reached by boat.
Al Molo 5 is the lakeside address at Vassena, in Oliveto Lario; its restaurant, Le Marre, sits on the water. It can be reached from any pier or village on the lake, with preferred departures from Lecco aboard the Cooper 800 — especially at the weekend.
Foto: Ottantafame / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Good to know
Before you board
A few practical things, so the day feels easy from the first walk to the pier.
Meeting point
Choose from our listed lakeside departures, a private mooring or another accessible pick-up point agreed in advance.
Season
Daily from April through October. Winter charters run on request when the lake is calm.
What to bring
Sun hat, a light layer for the evening breeze and flat shoes. Water, aperitivo and blankets are on board.
Guest stories
Moments shared on Lake Como
Verified guest stories will be published here with permission. Until then, these spaces remain intentionally unquoted.
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"We are incredibly grateful to you — you really helped us out and made our day so special. If it weren't for you, we wouldn't have had wedding photos on the boat. And your boat turned out to be incredibly comfortable."
— Dana, verified guest
Verified guest
A private golden-hour escape
We got on brilliantly with Stefano — friendly, attentive and great company. We took an evening tour from Argegno to a well-known restaurant in Lazzeno, and after dinner the night-time run back under the stars was simply stunning. An elegant, comfortable boat.
— Alessandro
Verified guest
A private golden-hour escape
Fancy a sunset evening rocked by the waters of Lake Como? Then you need to meet Stefano. With his friendliness and warmth he will take you to discover cultural and scenic spots that will make your experience unforgettable — and if you want to make it even more special, you can arrange an aperitivo on board. A must-try.
— Cristina
Verified guest
Bellagio and Varenna by water
Hermosa experiencia. Con Stefano tenés la garantía de un paseo de lujo, paisajes increíbles del lago, relax y diversión. Todo lo necesario para tener un gran recuerdo del Lago di Como que te hará desear volver.
— Antonella
Verified guest
A celebration on the lake
Une expérience absolument unique et fortement recommandée ! Le bateau est super élégant et magnifique. Cela permet de voir les villes du lac de Côme depuis des points de vue totalement impossibles à admirer depuis la route. Un grand merci à notre capitaine, Stefano, qui a été super agréable et qui connaît parfaitement toute la région. À ne pas manquer !
— Patricia
Verified guest
Charm, elegance and professionalism
Fascino, eleganza e professionalità. Consigliatissimo!
— Gigliola
Questions, answered
Where do the tours depart from?
Private tours can begin in Laglio, Brienno, Argegno, Sala Comacina, Lenno, Cadenabbia, Menaggio, Bellano, Varenna, Bellagio, Torno, Malgrate or Lecco. Private moorings and other accessible pick-up points can be arranged on request.
What happens if the weather is bad?
We check the lake conditions each morning. If wind or storms make it unsafe, you can reschedule for free on any date the season allows — or take a full refund.
Can I book a private charter?
Yes. Private charters run from two hours up to a full day, with a custom route, swim stops and onboard aperitivo. Send us your dates and we will shape the plan.
Your private escape
Let us shape your time on the lake.
Share your preferred date, guest number, departure point and places you would love to see. We will reply within a day with a considered route and availability.