Unique things to do in Lake Como

If you don't see a date that works for you, pls send me a message. This is an unique italian cooking lesson. You’ll be welcome in my historical house in the centre of Milan with an amazing view over the city from a terrace luxuriant of flowers and trees. Here, after a spritz with apetizers, you’ll eat the delicious dishes you prepared: pasta, ravioli, tiramisù that come with an excellent wine and limoncello prepared with my own terrace’s lemons. I will reveal you all the secrets about tagliatelle and the famous ravioli so that you will go back home as an authentic Italian chef. What about bringing a very sweet memory from Italy, one that will always be in your heart? The secret of the classic tiramisù, a family recipe that follows the one of its creator: soft, sweet, delicious and unique! Your friends home will be surprised when you will serve them homemade plates you learned following typical italian recipes in an unique and rare location; the fun experience will leave an unforgettable and marvellous memory. AIR CONDITIONING Other things to note Cooking is a family tradition: when the grandma Bruna is too tired, her daughter and grandaughter or grandson will replace her. In our family we all had the best grandmother as teacher My house hosts to a well-behaved and joyful dog and a few unobtrusive and invisible cats that observe whatever goes on from the roof of the orangery.

I will teach you how prepare some of your favorite dishes from italian cuisine. While cooking I will also talk about nutrition facts (proteins, carbohidrates, sugar.....)and how creating balanced meals. I will tell you what's important for your health, what's better to avoid and how to combine foods. You will be cooking with me and at the end of the class you will eat what you created with me. During the lesson you will learn how to do: - fresh hand made pasta ( tagliatelle, bow ties, garganelli, tagliolini, pappardelle, colored pasta and different flours) - ravioli e tortelli - spaghetti alla carbonara menu can be change according to your exigences (veggie, no pork ,...). if you want something different let me know if the group agree we will do! If you want other days or hours, just write me and i will do my best to satisfy you. During the class I will offer you coffee, water and good - unlimited - italian wine (red and white) I will give you a booklet with all the classical italian sauce and we will talk about while working Other things to note there's a wonderful and sweet Golden retriever with me, but if you are afraid let me know . If you have a dog or small children they will be welcomed If you have allergies or food restrictions let me

Welcome to my hands-on experience. I truly believe that everybody can prepare excellent pizzas at home. Therefore, everyone will have fun kneading, by hand, their pizza dough. The purpose is to learn to make pizza without professional equipment, so we will bake our pizzas in a kitchen oven. I will give you all the tips to bake a pizza, crafted with your own hands, that you will want to share with your family, friends, and everyone around you. You will learn how to knead the dough and handle the fermentation. I will tell you how to choose, prepare, and use the toppings for your pizza. Also, I will show you the baking strategy to obtain a pizza that is crispy outside and very airy inside. After the class, I will mail the step-by-step recipe to you. Finally, we will eat pizza and drink some complimentary wine to celebrate life as Italians do. Other things to note Sorry, we can't provide gluten-free or vegan food. This experience includes alcohol. Only guests who meet the legal drinking age will be served alcoholic beverages. IG: @labefanamrd

We will start the adventure while exploring the most beautiful places in Como. The streets of the city will be the perfect backdrop for our shooting. We will live together the beauty of its historic center of small narrow roads. It will be a relaxed walk while I take some amazing candid photos and pirtraits with the city, the lake and different spots as your background. We will stop on the lakefront to admire the view. Are we going to photograph Italian-style over coffee? Don't be afraid we’ll help in the best poses for the photos. Even if this is your first experience of the photoshoot I will help you to relax and have fun. I'll provide 30 HD edited photos (individual) and 50 (for a couple) by private gallery in 8 days after the session. If you want a private photoshoot, a special date with your love, wedding, group of friends or others, please send me a message before. I will be happy to talk to you and answer all your questions. Other things: *I always recommend to dress neutral colors *In case of rain, photoshoot is scheduled for another time or day Remember: This is a group experience, don't be late. Delays will be guaranteed for only 10 minutes. Last but not least: Enjoy your session! Put your smile on, this is the best thing you can wear for your session.

I will show you beautiful secrets views of Lecco city and couple secrets of how with a simple everyday trainings you can change all your reality. If we are lucky we meet a deers on our way. After we went on our highest peak with breathtaking view of Como lake, we will taste some cheeses and snacks. Other things to note Note that every experience will be based on which weather is in the mountains. If it will be too hot, is important to have a hat, if it will be rainy, it should be a waterproof clothings.

We will meet at the Church of Argegno and then embark on the private boardwalk. We'll host a maximum of 10 guests, so if you can't find a place directly, contact us. Slowly we will start sailing towards Comacina Island, passing the villages of Colonno and Sala Comacina, we will stop at the Isola canal, in front of the Ossuccio Village. During the Boat Party with music and open bar we will offer you excellent Prosecco, we will also have soft drinks and water. We will listen to music and dancing, you can swim and have moments of pleasant Italian conviviality. Before returning, we will pass Villa Balbianello, Villa Cassinella and Villa Balbiano, and then return to Argegno. This experience is dedicated to people who want to be together and have fun in peace and good spirits, without any excess.

In this experience I will take photos and show you my city walking through the alleys and stairways of Bellagio. We will stop to admire Lake Como from a point where the view from above is wonderful. We will arrive down to the edge of the lake and walk a bit along the lakefront where the landscape becomes all close together. Here we will have the Lake and the mountains behind you. Half of the time we will be in the middle of the alleys and the other half by the lake. In all this time I will take photos of you, we will do some poses and some natural photos. I will explain how to pose to look as natural as possible. You will have the photos within a maximum of 6 days. I am a "Bellagino" and it is an honor for me to show you my town. If you want me outside Bellagio do you need to book like a private group. Some info: - Wearing comfortable shoes can help along the way, Bellagio is full of cobblestone stairways. - Floral or pastel colored dresses for her and dark solid colors for him can help with the landscaping. - Always carry your sunglasses with you, they can help on sunny days.

This fantastic circular route delivers it all: hidden villages, rustic charm, spectacular lake views, quiet mountain roads to cycle, and a stop on Lake Lugano. Start from the heart of a small Renaissance hamlet with traditional cobbled streets and historic stone houses. Follow the quiet cycle path that was originally the old railway line connecting Lake Como to Lake Lugano. Pass the charming Lake Piano nature reserve; hidden Romanesque churches and tiny villages before arriving directly on the beach of Lake Lugano with expansive views across the water. Explore the old centre of Porlezza-the perfect spot for an ice-cream or aperitivo before starting the climb into the mountains. Ride a section of original medieval road and weave through quaint village squares untouched by tourism. Finish with a panoramic downhill ride with views across Lake Como. This experience showcases the beautifully diverse scenery of the area and shares fun anecdotes of real people's lives. DIFFICULTY: Expect an active, mini adventure of 28km with uphills, downhills, narrow village roads and some gravel sections. Athleticism, confidence and understanding of a geared bicycle are required. An e-bike is a normal bicycle including battery assistance for uphills. OPTIONAL: Pick up from Menaggio ferry station paid on-site and requested in advance. The ferry connects to Bellagio, Varenna and Como among others.

In our activity we'll explore the lake from best place to do it, lake itself. We'll enjoy exclusive views and hidden natural spots not accessible otherwise from Bellagio standard touristic routes and without a kayak. Two-hour kayaking tour on Lake Como from Pescallo di Bellagio beach through Pescallo bay along the Rockefeller cliffs and the Grand Hotel Villa Serbelloni. During the adventure, we will properly prepare you prior to departure and ensure maximum safety conditions. Your small group will see the sights from the water and enjoy the fantastic views of the countryside and area from your own kayak. Head out on the lake to start your adventure at 10am with your open deck kayaks. We will provide narration and assistance throughout the tour. Circumnavigate the Bellagio peninsula, which offers an open view of the landscape to the north lake and the Alps. On your left will be Villa Serbelloni and Rockefeller Foundation Park, which is an untouched a preserved green area park. On your right will be Varenna’s coast. After rounding the peninsula’s edge, you will find the Grand Hotel Villa Serbelloni where you will start heading back to Pescallo Other things to note You should be in good health and able to manage water, swim

My name is Omar Olmi, and I am an experienced command and in love with Lake Como. We will start from the Le Vele di Argegno pier, in front of the church, where I will greet you and give you a quick briefing on safety regulations and then we will leave. We will start from the small village of Argegno, and we will take a private tour with captain on Lake Como. On the boat you will have water, soft drinks, beer and Prosecco wine. We will see the village of Colonno, Sala Comacina, Isla Comacina. Here we will stop for the first swim. Then we will chase seeing Ossuccio, Villa Balbano, Villa Cassinella, Villa Balbianello, Tremezzo, Villa Carlotta, Bellaggio. We will sail the central part of the lake and stop for the second swim right in front of the Devil's Bridge. You will continue to Villa Lucertola, Lezzeno and Argegno. During the tour we will listen to Italian music and describe in various moments what we are seeing. We'll talk about architecture, history, love, ancient legends, gossip, nature, and local cuisine. The base tour will take 2 hours. Our Only Wood boat is a masterpiece of wood, equipped with a shower, toilet, and large sunbathing areas.

If you don't see a date that works for you, pls send me a message. This is an unique italian cooking lesson. You’ll be welcome in my historical house in the centre of Milan with an amazing view over the city from a terrace luxuriant of flowers and trees. Here, after a spritz with apetizers, you’ll eat the delicious dishes you prepared: pasta, ravioli, tiramisù that come with an excellent wine and limoncello prepared with my own terrace’s lemons. I will reveal you all the secrets about tagliatelle and the famous ravioli so that you will go back home as an authentic Italian chef. What about bringing a very sweet memory from Italy, one that will always be in your heart? The secret of the classic tiramisù, a family recipe that follows the one of its creator: soft, sweet, delicious and unique! Your friends home will be surprised when you will serve them homemade plates you learned following typical italian recipes in an unique and rare location; the fun experience will leave an unforgettable and marvellous memory. AIR CONDITIONING Other things to note Cooking is a family tradition: when the grandma Bruna is too tired, her daughter and grandaughter or grandson will replace her. In our family we all had the best grandmother as teacher My house hosts to a well-behaved and joyful dog and a few unobtrusive and invisible cats that observe whatever goes on from the roof of the orangery.

We will meet at the Church of Argegno and then embark on the private boardwalk. We'll host a maximum of 10 guests, so if you can't find a place directly, contact us. Slowly we will start sailing towards Comacina Island, passing the villages of Colonno and Sala Comacina, we will stop at the Isola canal, in front of the Ossuccio Village. During the Boat Party with music and open bar we will offer you excellent Prosecco, we will also have soft drinks and water. We will listen to music and dancing, you can swim and have moments of pleasant Italian conviviality. Before returning, we will pass Villa Balbianello, Villa Cassinella and Villa Balbiano, and then return to Argegno. This experience is dedicated to people who want to be together and have fun in peace and good spirits, without any excess.

In this experience I will take photos and show you my city walking through the alleys and stairways of Bellagio. We will stop to admire Lake Como from a point where the view from above is wonderful. We will arrive down to the edge of the lake and walk a bit along the lakefront where the landscape becomes all close together. Here we will have the Lake and the mountains behind you. Half of the time we will be in the middle of the alleys and the other half by the lake. In all this time I will take photos of you, we will do some poses and some natural photos. I will explain how to pose to look as natural as possible. You will have the photos within a maximum of 6 days. I am a "Bellagino" and it is an honor for me to show you my town. If you want me outside Bellagio do you need to book like a private group. Some info: - Wearing comfortable shoes can help along the way, Bellagio is full of cobblestone stairways. - Floral or pastel colored dresses for her and dark solid colors for him can help with the landscaping. - Always carry your sunglasses with you, they can help on sunny days.

WHAT *WE* WILL DO ! We will have a walking tour to all the three layers of the city. - Nice guided walk at Citta Basa, Citta Alta & San Vigilio covering all the major touristic points of the city - Blended History according to clients preference - Furnicolare Ride- with a cost as low as 1.7 euros - Local knowledge and anecdotes - Joyful ambience - Trying Local cuisines & local wine (optional) - Very limited travelers & - Most important is flexibility. (If some one wants to do a tour according to their time preference, I can arrange that as well) WHAT YOU WILL NOT GET - Traditional walking tour - Boring Long Historical lectures - Normal touristic paths - Exhausting pathways - Not huge amount of tourists - Unprofessional and cranky behaviors. With my experience, I make sure, tourists are limited so I can interact genuinely with my clients and give them a memorable experience. Because, I prefer *quality over quantity*. I also do walking tour with proper "gastronomical experience". But for that, you have to write to me in private.

I will teach you how prepare some of your favorite dishes from italian cuisine. While cooking I will also talk about nutrition facts (proteins, carbohidrates, sugar.....)and how creating balanced meals. I will tell you what's important for your health, what's better to avoid and how to combine foods. You will be cooking with me and at the end of the class you will eat what you created with me. During the lesson you will learn how to do: - fresh hand made pasta ( tagliatelle, bow ties, garganelli, tagliolini, pappardelle, colored pasta and different flours) - ravioli e tortelli - spaghetti alla carbonara menu can be change according to your exigences (veggie, no pork ,...). if you want something different let me know if the group agree we will do! If you want other days or hours, just write me and i will do my best to satisfy you. During the class I will offer you coffee, water and good - unlimited - italian wine (red and white) I will give you a booklet with all the classical italian sauce and we will talk about while working Other things to note there's a wonderful and sweet Golden retriever with me, but if you are afraid let me know . If you have a dog or small children they will be welcomed If you have allergies or food restrictions let me

This fantastic circular route delivers it all: hidden villages, rustic charm, spectacular lake views, quiet mountain roads to cycle, and a stop on Lake Lugano. Start from the heart of a small Renaissance hamlet with traditional cobbled streets and historic stone houses. Follow the quiet cycle path that was originally the old railway line connecting Lake Como to Lake Lugano. Pass the charming Lake Piano nature reserve; hidden Romanesque churches and tiny villages before arriving directly on the beach of Lake Lugano with expansive views across the water. Explore the old centre of Porlezza-the perfect spot for an ice-cream or aperitivo before starting the climb into the mountains. Ride a section of original medieval road and weave through quaint village squares untouched by tourism. Finish with a panoramic downhill ride with views across Lake Como. This experience showcases the beautifully diverse scenery of the area and shares fun anecdotes of real people's lives. DIFFICULTY: Expect an active, mini adventure of 28km with uphills, downhills, narrow village roads and some gravel sections. Athleticism, confidence and understanding of a geared bicycle are required. An e-bike is a normal bicycle including battery assistance for uphills. OPTIONAL: Pick up from Menaggio ferry station paid on-site and requested in advance. The ferry connects to Bellagio, Varenna and Como among others.

In our activity we'll explore the lake from best place to do it, lake itself. We'll enjoy exclusive views and hidden natural spots not accessible otherwise from Bellagio standard touristic routes and without a kayak. Two-hour kayaking tour on Lake Como from Pescallo di Bellagio beach through Pescallo bay along the Rockefeller cliffs and the Grand Hotel Villa Serbelloni. During the adventure, we will properly prepare you prior to departure and ensure maximum safety conditions. Your small group will see the sights from the water and enjoy the fantastic views of the countryside and area from your own kayak. Head out on the lake to start your adventure at 10am with your open deck kayaks. We will provide narration and assistance throughout the tour. Circumnavigate the Bellagio peninsula, which offers an open view of the landscape to the north lake and the Alps. On your left will be Villa Serbelloni and Rockefeller Foundation Park, which is an untouched a preserved green area park. On your right will be Varenna’s coast. After rounding the peninsula’s edge, you will find the Grand Hotel Villa Serbelloni where you will start heading back to Pescallo Other things to note You should be in good health and able to manage water, swim

I would love to invite you to spend a wonderful afternoon in my lake house, with beautiful views of the lake, cooking and eating delicious Italian food paired with local Italian wines. I am passionate about good food and home cooking. But I am more passionate about making good home cooking easy and accessible. And nothing makes me happier than hearing about folks going home and making what they have learnt for friends and family with confidence and loving it. You will learn some tricks and tips to making Italian home cooking effortless, but more importantly you will have a beautiful afternoon with views of the lake as you enjoy delicious food and wines. What your experience will entail: -You will enjoy with an aperitivo on arrival - You will cook a full 3 course with me and at the end of the class you will eat what you created - You will taste local wines - Coffee will be served with desert - You will be given the notes on the ingredients and instructions used in the cooking class We do have vegetarian options for those interested and if your group is large enough if there is an specific techniques or skills you wish to learn these can be accommodated too. If you have allergies or food restrictions let me.

Welcome to my hands-on experience. I truly believe that everybody can prepare excellent pizzas at home. Therefore, everyone will have fun kneading, by hand, their pizza dough. The purpose is to learn to make pizza without professional equipment, so we will bake our pizzas in a kitchen oven. I will give you all the tips to bake a pizza, crafted with your own hands, that you will want to share with your family, friends, and everyone around you. You will learn how to knead the dough and handle the fermentation. I will tell you how to choose, prepare, and use the toppings for your pizza. Also, I will show you the baking strategy to obtain a pizza that is crispy outside and very airy inside. After the class, I will mail the step-by-step recipe to you. Finally, we will eat pizza and drink some complimentary wine to celebrate life as Italians do. Other things to note Sorry, we can't provide gluten-free or vegan food. This experience includes alcohol. Only guests who meet the legal drinking age will be served alcoholic beverages. IG: @labefanamrd

We will start the adventure while exploring the most beautiful places in Como. The streets of the city will be the perfect backdrop for our shooting. We will live together the beauty of its historic center of small narrow roads. It will be a relaxed walk while I take some amazing candid photos and pirtraits with the city, the lake and different spots as your background. We will stop on the lakefront to admire the view. Are we going to photograph Italian-style over coffee? Don't be afraid we’ll help in the best poses for the photos. Even if this is your first experience of the photoshoot I will help you to relax and have fun. I'll provide 30 HD edited photos (individual) and 50 (for a couple) by private gallery in 8 days after the session. If you want a private photoshoot, a special date with your love, wedding, group of friends or others, please send me a message before. I will be happy to talk to you and answer all your questions. Other things: *I always recommend to dress neutral colors *In case of rain, photoshoot is scheduled for another time or day Remember: This is a group experience, don't be late. Delays will be guaranteed for only 10 minutes. Last but not least: Enjoy your session! Put your smile on, this is the best thing you can wear for your session.

My name is Omar Olmi, and I am an experienced command and in love with Lake Como. We will start from the Le Vele di Argegno pier, in front of the church, where I will greet you and give you a quick briefing on safety regulations and then we will leave. We will start from the small village of Argegno, and we will take a private tour with captain on Lake Como. On the boat you will have water, soft drinks, beer and Prosecco wine. We will see the village of Colonno, Sala Comacina, Isla Comacina. Here we will stop for the first swim. Then we will chase seeing Ossuccio, Villa Balbano, Villa Cassinella, Villa Balbianello, Tremezzo, Villa Carlotta, Bellaggio. We will sail the central part of the lake and stop for the second swim right in front of the Devil's Bridge. You will continue to Villa Lucertola, Lezzeno and Argegno. During the tour we will listen to Italian music and describe in various moments what we are seeing. We'll talk about architecture, history, love, ancient legends, gossip, nature, and local cuisine. The base tour will take 2 hours. Our Only Wood boat is a masterpiece of wood, equipped with a shower, toilet, and large sunbathing areas.

Welcome to Como! Take photos in this city is always a good idea, let’s do it together! I’ll guide you to the lovely streets of the city and I’ll show you hidden romantic places around the lake - perfect locations for photos! For 1 hour I’ll take 150 photos you’ll receive the next day! I’ll gladly show and recount the uniqueness of these places and help you to pose. * You can text me here * We will find comfortable time for you * Get together and take a pictures for 1-1,5 hours * I’ll send you link for publishing pictures the next day

We will meet in front of the church of Argegno, next to it the access that leads directly to the private dock where the boat is located. As soon as we get on the boat, I will make a quick description of the boat and the safety equipment and then, will happily start the experience. The boat is a proper boat, takes the origins from a traditional fishing boat, which was born from Positano in the Sorrento Peninsula. Its humble sea origins and wood’s sparkle, with which it was created, are an irresistible attraction for lovers of boat tours. Visiting Lake Como on board of a typical Mediterranean boat definitely gives to your tour a touch of authenticity and style. The tour is going to: Colonno, Comacina island, Villa Balbiano, Villa la Cassinella, Villa del Balbianello, Villa Sola Cabiati, Grand Hotel Tremezzo, Villa Carlotta, Bellagio, Villa Melzi and a final stop to Ponte del Diavolo for a refreshing swim before heading back to the dock in Argegno. You can also find me on maps, just type out: Lake Como by boat Argegno.

BELLAGIO FOOD TOUR + VILLA MELZI Learn about the history, culture and food of Bellagio, while sampling a variety of delicious tastings in authentic settings. Mix with the community and practise some Italian at local shops, bars and piazzas. Our Bellagio Food Tour is not simply a walking tour. It's a taste of local life. Start your day with our world-famous thick-foamed espresso continuing exploring Bellagio with your new friends, walking through its picturesque steep stone alleys, admiring the elegance of its boutiques. Stop by at our local favorite "pasticceria" and "osteria". Tastings here are more than just delicious. Continue exploring crossing lush gardens and olive groves passing by noble mansions and villas. Meet the farmers, the cheese and the olive oil producers for an authentic experience. Pick fresh fruit right from their gardens and learn about the fascinating stories that lie behind the other dishes you are going to taste. The tour ends at the magnificent gardens of Villa Melzi. ITINERARY Departure: Outside Ristorante La Goletta (BELLAGIO) Difficulty: E (Moderate) Duration: h 6 WHAT'S INCLUDED Friendly English speaking tour guide Bellagio Walking Tour Delicious, genuine typical food samplings in several authentic locations (5 food stops) Entrance Tickets to Villa Melzi's Gardens (Tickets provided only during the opening days) - MINIMUM NUMBER: 2 people

Learn to make the famous Pasta and Tiramisu in a Cesarina's home. Share your passion for the Italian cuisine as you make new friends in this hands-on cooking class. - NICE TO MEET YOU, FOLKS! Meet our Cesarine Luisa, Maria or Anna at home and share the warmth of Italian hospitality. - LET'S START... Enjoy an Italian Aperitivo to warm-up and then take part in the cooking class at a local home in the morning or in the afternoon. Learn how to roll 'sfoglia' (fresh pasta) by hand and how to prepare 2 simple different kinds of pasta (filled pasta + fresh pasta) from scratch with your Cesarina. As the icing on the cake, you will learn to prepare also the iconic Tiramisu. Share your passion for the Italian cuisine as you make new friends in this hands-on cooking class. It's a great way to truly experience Italian culture. - A TAVOLA! (Sit down at the table) Taste the labour of your work and vote the best cook of the day. - CIN CIN (cheers!) Toast to happiness with a glass of local wine from the territory cellars: our Cesarine offer only wines of the region. IMPORTANT NOTE - The full address of the host's home will be disclosed AFTER the reservation, please ignore the address on the airbnb map, it's only a placeholder.