From Milan: Varenna and Lake Como Cruise Day Trip

Explore Lake Como on a scenic boat cruise on a day trip from Milan. Discover the charming towns of Varenna and Como with some free time.

Depart on the regional train from Milano Centrale and travel to the quaint town of Varenna. Take an hour to explore its charming quiet streets, before heading to the pier for your scenic cruise on Lake Como.

Enjoy a pleasant cruise on the lake as you admire the fantastic views of elegant lakeside towns and villages. Glide across the tranquil waters from Varenna to the town of Como, and enjoy fantastic photo opportunities throughout.

Disembark in Como and enjoy the rest of the afternoon discovering the beautiful lakeside town. See some of its highlights including its magnificent cathedral, and use your roundtrip ticket for the Como-Brunate funicular to enjoy sweeping panoramic views of the surrounding area.

After an afternoon of exploring, head to Como San Giovanni Railway Station for your return trip back to Milano Centrale.

Timetable from 16 June to 05 October 2025:

08:20 Departure with Regional train from Milano Centrale to Varenna
09:24 Arrival in Varenna and 1 hour available for sightseeing
10:45 Arrival at the departure pier in Varenna
11:07 Departure on public boat for a pleasant cruise from Varenna to Como
13:40 Arrival in Como and free time for lunch
14:40 Free time for visit Como and its Cathedral, during the afternoon you will join the experience with the Funicular Como-Brunate round trip
17:36 Departure by regional train from Como S.Giovanni to Milano Centrale
18:17 Arrival at Milano Centrale railway station

*boat timetables may undergo changes based on the public navigation schedule of Lake Como