MILAN
Milan’s best days out.
The 15 most popular cruises & boat tours in Milan, gathered in one place, with what each one includes, what it costs and who runs it.
50-minute electric boat cruise along Milan’s Navigli Canal. QR audio highlights Darsena, Vicolo dei Lavandai, San Cristoforo, and Leonardo’s Conchetta.
Most Popular“I thoroughly enjoyed the cruise and the time was perfect with the beautiful sunset to top it off,”
50-minute Navigli canal boat with aperitivo. Glide past Milan’s canals, sip Aperol spritz or wine, and munch finger food.
“I had a great time with my boyfriend. It was a really romantic experience. He proposed to me while we were on the boat tour! The drinks were very tasty. So was the finger food. The lady playing the violin made the whole experience the best. Thank you!”
Milan day trip that crosses into Switzerland for Lugano, then explores Como and Bellagio with a private panoramic Lake Como cruise.
“Fantastic everything from beginning to the end. Perfectly organized and planned, enough free time for coffee, lots of stories. I do recommend!”
From Milan to Como, Bellagio, and Varenna with an air-conditioned ride plus a private boat cruise for top Lake Como views.
“Our guide Lina was great. Gave us the right amount of information and free time. In Bellagio, it would have been good to be guided to climb up the steps as there were more restaurants and less crowds than at the bottom. It was a hot day so it would be a good idea to…”
Small-group Lake Como and Lugano day trip from Milan by train and boat, with villa views, funicular ride, and free time in both towns.
“Service was great. We met our guide near our hotel and she handled everything from there, getting us on trains, boats, cable cars, etc. she was very knowledgeable and friendly”
Small-group Lake Como day trip from Milan: first-class train, guided Como walk, reserved boat cruise past villas, Bellagio and Varenna.
“We had a fabulous time on Lake Como! The tour was extremely well-organised from start to finish. Our guide Antonella is really friendly, professional and knowledgeable, and went out of her way to make sure we were able to enjoy the best views without having to join any public queues whatsoever. Highly recommended!”
Small-group Lake Como day trip from Milan with express trains, guided stops in Como, Bellagio and Varenna, plus a reserved boat cruise.
“Pictures of Lake Como, Bellagio and Varenna don't do it justice. The lake area and the two cities were beautiful to see. Fortunately, the weather cooperated. As can be expected, Bellagio is more crowded due to popularity, but Varenna is more cozier. Our guide, Antonella, took well care of our small group (less than 15)…”
Villa Olmo gardens, a private 1-hour Lake Como cruise, and Bellagio free time from Milan, with air-conditioned coach and earphones.
“The tour guide was excellent and made meet up instructions very clear. The beauty of Lake Como is amazing! The boat ride allowed us to see the lake from a different perspective. The bus rides are long but worth the effort.”
Cinque Terre from Milan in one long day: coach travel, a boat ride from La Spezia to Manarola, train to Sestri Levante, free time in villages.
“the scenery was of course stunning, but the guide seemed uninterested in the tour group & was pretty flat toned when talking. Wasn't very enthusiastic about the tour which was surprising as it is the tourists that support his revenue.”
A long, guided Cinque Terre day from Milan with A/C coach, time in Manarola and Monterosso, plus a 90-minute sea cruise to La Spezia.
“You get to see two village towns, monterroso and manarolo. The boat is contingent on weather in which case you will transfer by train. The coach was comfortable and well air conditioned.”
A full-day Milan trip to Verona and Sirmione with a private Lake Garda boat cruise, expert guide, and free onboard Wi‑Fi.
“The day was amazing The rain didn’t dampen our day at all Mainly due to our guide Cammi She really was amazing Her knowledge and information provided was second to none I am a frequent traveller and have travelled all over the world and have to say best guide ever Verona was absolutely stunning and…”
Milan to Como, Bellagio and Lugano with a private Lake Como cruise, guided walking tours, and scenic bus views for $113.
“This trip was nothing short of amazing. Pickup at the first location via marina is a lot simpler. We were taken to beautiful Lake Como on a spacious bus and also through a boat tour. We then visited Lugano which was spectacular. The value for money here is incredible and the tour guide Lina was…”
Milan to Lake Como and Switzerland in one day. Ferry to Bellagio, guided sights, then Lugano on foot with lakeside views and chocolate.
“In November, it can be cold. Be prepared to go in layers or the freezing weather can spoil your holiday. Otherwise, it is a wonderful excursion.”
Milan day trip to Como, Bellagio, Lugano plus a Lake Como cruise, guided city walks, and Swiss chocolate shopping for value.
“The excursion was very lovely and entertaining. Simona was very entertaining and such a happy person Bless her. The driver, sorry but forgot his name was very professional. Well done”
Milan day trip to Lake Como, Bellagio and Lugano with guided walks and a Lake Como boat cruise for $99 per person.
“Excellent trip. Guide was fantastic. Very helpful and knowledgeable. Looked after us. Driver great too.”
The icons, the table, and the lakes and the Alps beyond.
