Italy · BOAT TOURS IN MILAN
The 15 best boat tours in Milan you can book today, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason; start there.
Cruise Milan’s Navigli canals for 50 minutes, passing Darsena, San Cristoforo, Vicolo dei Lavandai, and Leonardo’s Conchetta.
“The trip was really good, could sit out front or back of the boat which was lovely, and the inside was warm and sheltered as it is Feb and very cold. Only downside is the price for a drink, prosecco 10 euros for a tiny plastic glass”
Review of Stresa’s Borromean Islands boat tour, with island highlights, costs, schedules, palace tips, and advice for a smooth day.
“Quick and easy to validate tickets and receive the paper copy to get on the boat. Boat arrived on the hour at each of the islands and the order in which we saw the islands was wonderful (Madre, Pescatori, then Bella)!”
Cruise Milan’s Navigli canals with an Aperol spritz, wine, snacks, music, and sunset views in a relaxed 50-minute boat ride.
“The canal is beautiful. Lovely relaxing trip. it was very hot but there was shade on the boat”
Review of the Lake Como and Bellagio day tour from Milan, with Como walking tour, private boat cruise, Varenna, ferries, and practical tips.
“Sara and Andrea were wonderful guides, and Hamad was an excellent driver. Would highly recommend”
Review of the Milan to Lake Como tour with private boat, Como, Bellagio, and Varenna, including timing, value, ferry tips, and what to expect.
“Despite the weather, all places we went were magnificent! We recommend you to use the tuor company if you have a short stay and want to visit Como Verenna and Bellagio”
Review of the small-group Lake Como and Lugano day trip from Milan, with Swiss trains, a villa-view boat cruise, free time, and practical tips.
“Mikey was an informative very friendly tour guide tentative to the needs of all the travelers. A wonderful experience”
Review of a small-group Lake Como tour from Milan, with Como, Bellagio, Varenna, train travel, ferry crossings, and a scenic boat cruise.
“The day trip was a wonderful experience. Our guide Elma was excellent. She guided us through the entire day expertly. She filled the day with interesting facts and stories, walks, and very good recommendations for food and shopping. We trully enjoyed the day trip.”
Review of a small-group Lake Como day trip from Milan, with Como, Bellagio, Varenna, train travel, villa views, and a scenic boat cruise.
“Antonella was a superb guide! Super friendly and knowledgeable of the area. Also the skip the line for the ferries was ideal to get the best seats for the best pictures on the lake. Well worth the price of the tour just for that. Wish we had more time to explore but the tour is long enough as is.”
Review of the Lake Como and Bellagio day trip from Milan, with coach travel, private boat cruise, free time, costs, tips, and drawbacks.
“I have been asked to review a trip I booked whilst in Milan. Unfortunately, the weather was not on our side. It was a damp dismal day however this did not detract from the beauty of Lake Como. The low hanging cloud over the mountains gave it a magical feel. Onto the tour, our guide was a very nice lady. She was factual but very difficult to understand. The tour was advertised as English and whilst she did speak English her accent made it difficult to understand. She was a few sentences in before I realised she was speaking English. Tour companies’ please note just because somebody claims to be…”
Review of Milan’s 13-hour Cinque Terre tour with coach, boat, train, free time in Manarola and Monterosso, plus practical booking advice.
“The tours was good, and your given the chance to see many attractive spots. Our lady guide was extremely friendly and helpful, she provided a valuable information, big thanks! What i didn't find convenient about the trip, is that it takes all your day, you need to be at the meeting point by 6h45 (which means you probably need to wake up at 5h) and we're back at around 21h. If this time could be reduced it will be better. Probably offering a pick up/drop off options, and also i don't understand why the bus doesn't use the max allowed speed in the highway.”
Cruise from Stresa to Isola Bella, Isola Madre, and Isola Pescatori for palaces, gardens, village lanes, and Lake Maggiore views.
“Accueil en français . Petits bateaux typiques avec capitaine parlant français . Rotation toutes les 30 minutes très ponctuelles .”
Review of the Milan to Cinque Terre day trip, including Manarola, Monterosso, the boat cruise, transport, timing, price, and practical tips.
“We attended this tour on an unfortunate day. There was an incident before we left regarding travellers who booked the night before and their names were not on the list so they were left as we drove off. Although our guide was informative when asked a question, I didnt feel she gave us enough information during the day. It rained!!! This changed our day completely as we didnt go on the boat. We used the train. where we were packed in like sardines, it was awful. I feel I would have preferred if this tour was cancelled due to weather. Finally we had a very outspoken person on the tour…”
See Verona, Juliet’s House, Sirmione, and Lake Garda by private boat on an 11-hour day trip from Milan with free Wi-Fi.
“It was perfect one day spent from Milan. If you are looking for one day trip from Milan this is the best.”
Review of the Lake Como and Lugano day trip from Milan, with Bellagio, ferry rides, Alpine views, practical tips, value, and drawbacks.
“Absolutely wonderful!! Breathtaking views and scenery. Plenty of free time and a good balance of a history lesson.”
Review of a Milan to Venice day tour with coach travel, boat transfers, guided sights, free time, lunch, and optional gondola ride.
“While the tour description stated that it was for 13 hours, for myself and traveling companions (over age 70) it was long and tiring. Venice was just like all the pictures you have seen over the years. We went in October on a beautiful day, and the city was very crowded. Travel time each direction including boat to city and rest stops were 4 hours each way.”
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