7 Days / 6 Nights
Santa Margherita Ligure (3 nights), Como (3)
Explore the beautiful Italian Riviera from Santa Margherita Ligure, then relax in the iconic Lake Como area.
Under the guidance of your private local expert, discover the authenticity of charming Santa Margherita Ligure with its elegant palaces and exquisite gardens, the elegance of picturesque Portofino with it colorful houses and unique boutiques, and the stunning abbey at San Fruttuoso, a tiny untouched village considered a pearl of rare beauty. Then it is off to another natural water wonder - Lake Como. Walk through the historic center of Como to visit its main sights with your knowledgeable guide and take a cruise to admire the Alpine mountains and some of the most elegant villas from the water.
Enjoy some time at your leisure in each destination and feel free to select one of our day tours that best suits your interests: from food tours and cooking classes to hiking excursions to Cinque Terre or visits to magnificent villages on Lake Como.
At a Glance
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ItineraryYour private driver will greet you at Malpensa Airport and bring you to your hotel in Santa Margherita Ligure. Relax and enjoy the beautiful ride.
When you arrive, check in to your hotel on the waterfront, then enjoy your evening at leisure in the quaint town. Try the pesto pasta - it's the local specialty!
Have the day to live “La Dolce Vita” on this full day tour of the quaint villages of the Italian Riviera: Santa Margherita Ligure, Portofino, and San Fruttuoso.
Enjoy the free day to explore the Italian Riviera as you wish!
We suggest taking a cooking class in Portofino or tasting the finest olive oil at a local farmhouse (not included in the package price). Feel free to add any of our Italian Riviera Day Tours to your itinerary.
Your private driver will greet you in your Santa Margherita Ligure hotel lobby and bring you to your hotel in Como.
Enjoy the rest of your day at leisure.
Enjoy a half day tour of Como. Como has a beautiful old town center with amazing churches and fascinating alleys. Led by your private English-speaking guide, you will visit the main city monuments: the great Gothic-Renaissance Duomo, the “Broletto” town hall Palace, the eighteenth-century “Teatro Sociale” and the church of San Fedele.
Embark on a panoramic one-hour private boat tour on the enchanting Lake Como, allowing yourself to be captivated by its breathtaking beauty. Sail smoothly across the pristine waters in a non-stop cruise, taking in the picturesque views of charming villages lining the left branch of Lake Como. Your knowledgeable English-speaking captain, well-acquainted with the lake's rich history, will expertly point out illustrious villas, including the opulent 5-star hotel, Villa D’Este, Villa Fontanelle previously owned by Gianni Versace, and the iconic Villa Oleandra, the residence of George Clooney. As you traverse this stunning landscape, you'll also encounter landmarks such as Villa Pliniana, 'Il Sereno,' Villa Mia owned by the Saudi Royal Family, Villa Rocca Bruna transformed into a Mandarin Oriental hotel, and many more. Immerse yourself in the unparalleled beauty of Lake Como with this exclusive private boat tour.
Your private driver will pick you up at your hotel in Como and bring you to Milano Malpensa Airport.
Hotel Information
Overnight Stays: Santa Margherita Ligure (3 nights), Como (3) 
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