Day 4: Lake Maggiore to Lake Como
Morning
Begin your day with a scenic private transfer from Lake Maggiore to Lake Como, passing through rolling hills, sleepy villages, and vineyard-dotted countryside. En route, pause at a family-run estate for a curated wine tasting experience. Savor the flavors of Lombardy’s finest reds and whites, guided by a local sommelier who shares stories of the land and its vintages. Then, sit down for a farm-to-table lunch on a shaded terrace, where every dish reflects the rhythm of the seasons and the richness of northern Italian terroir.
Afternoon
Continue to Como, where the sparkling lake meets elegant architecture and centuries of history. Upon arrival, check into your luxury lakeside hotel, offering panoramic views of the water and surrounding mountains. Later, join your private guide for an engaging walking tour of the historic town center. Marvel at the intricacies of Como’s 14th-century Gothic cathedral, meander through cobbled lanes lined with artisan boutiques and silk shops, and hear tales of the town’s noble past as a textile capital. You'll have time to explore at your own pace or relax with a gelato in the lively Piazza San Fedele.
Evening
As twilight falls over the lake, settle in for dinner at one of Como’s most celebrated waterfront restaurants. Enjoy an elegant multi-course meal highlighting fresh fish from the lake, hand-crafted pasta, and seasonal vegetables, paired with crisp white wines from the region. With candlelight flickering on the water and alpine peaks silhouetted in the distance, it’s an evening that captures the quiet grandeur of Italy’s northern lakes.
Optional Enhancements
For a truly cinematic arrival, opt for a private boat transfer across Lake Como—gliding into town with the wind in your hair and a glass of prosecco in hand. Alternatively, enrich your afternoon with a behind-the-scenes silk atelier visit, where you’ll tour the workshop of a master artisan and see how Como’s legendary textiles are made by hand.
