Stunning Lake Como
About the Trip
April 22 – May 1, 2026 | 10 Days
There’s a reason Lake Como has captivated artists, writers and travellers for centuries, and this 10-day journey shows you exactly why. Walk Como’s charming streets lined with history, sip prosecco by elegant villas and soak up the lakeside views from picture-perfect Varenna. Experience the region from every angle: cruise along sparkling waters to uncover hidden villas, try your hand at crafting authentic risotto in Lugano and stroll through Bellagio’s stunning gardens. With day trips to Lake Maggiore’s enchanting islands and time to soak up Milan’s iconic landmarks like the Duomo and La Scala, this tour will make you fall in love with la dolce vita in northern Italy.
Member Exclusive Benefits
We reward all our CAA Members on our Extraordinary Explorations® tours.
- Plaza Premium Lounge pass†
- 50 CAA Dollars®^
- 25% savings on CAA Travel Insurance◊
Extraordinary Experience
CAA has curated an exceptional experience unique to your tour. Details of this experience are listed below:
Authentic Italian Risotto Lesson
A boat ride across scenic Lake Como sets the stage for this memorable culinary experience. Arriving at a charming lakeside restaurant, you’ll step into the kitchen with a local chef to master the art of making the perfect risotto. From selecting the freshest ingredients to perfecting the creamy texture, you’ll learn the traditional techniques behind this Italian staple. After the hands-on workshop, you’ll enjoy a delicious lunch featuring your very own risotto creation.
Package Includes:
- Return airfare from Toronto or Winnipeg to Milan
- 7-night stay in first-class accommodation in Como
- 1-night stay in first-class accommodation in Milan
- 8 breakfasts, 3 lunches and 5 dinners
- Land transportation via first-class motorcoach
- All bridge, ferry and road tolls
- Sightseeing and entrance fees as per itinerary
- Professional English-speaking tour director throughout
- Destination transfers
Stunning Lake Como
Activity Level: Active. Immerse yourself in Northern Italy’s breathtaking lakes, charming villages and rich history on this 10-day tour through Como, Bellagio and Milan.
Day 1
Depart on an overnight flight from Toronto or Winnipeg to Milan.
Day 2
Como – Arrive in Milan, meet your tour escort and transfer by coach to Como. Check in and enjoy free time before tonight’s welcome dinner. (D)
Day 3
Como – Discover Como’s rich medieval history on a guided walking tour. Visit the stunning Cathedral before enjoying free time. Group dinner at a local restaurant. (B/D)
Day 4
Como – Varenna – Tour Villa Carlotta, an 18th-century estate with breathtaking gardens and lake views. Ferry to Varenna for a guided tour and lunch, then take a boat tour of Lake Como to see hidden villas and coves. Return to Como for dinner. (B/L/D)
Day 5
Como – Lake Lugano – Explore Lugano, located on the border of Switzerland and Italy. Walk the Olive Trail with stunning lake views, then visit Gandria village. Travel by boat to a lakeside grotto restaurant for a hands-on risotto workshop, followed by lunch. Enjoy free time before returning to Como. (B/L)
Day 6
Como – Maggiore Lake – Set out for a full-day guided tour of Maggiore Lake and the Borromean Islands. Visit Isola Bella, Isola Madre and Isola dei Pescatori. Return to Como in the evening. (B/L)
Day 7
Como – Bellagio – Board the ferry to Bellagio for a guided visit to the “Pearl of Lake Como.” Stroll its charming streets, visit Villa Melzi d’Eril and its landscaped gardens and enjoy free time before returning to Como for a group dinner. (B/D)
Day 8
Como – Enjoy your last day in Como at leisure. (B)
Day 9
Milan – Transfer to your hotel in Milan, then head out for a guided city tour. Explore landmarks like the Duomo, Castello Sforzesco, Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II and the world-renowned La Scala Theatre. Gather for a farewell dinner to toast the journey. (B/D)
Day 10
After breakfast, transfer to Milan Airport for your return flight home. (B)
B - Breakfast | L - Lunch | D - Dinner
Terms & Conditions
*All CAA Member prices are per person, based on double occupancy, in Canadian dollars unless otherwise indicated and are subject to change without prior notice until final payment is paid. All prices are correct at press time and apply to new bookings only, based on availability at time of booking. To receive CAA Member-exclusive benefits, there must be one valid CAA Member travelling per booking. Non-members booking Extraordinary Explorations will not receive Member-exclusive benefits.
†Plaza Premium Lounge is based on one voucher per person and applies to departures from Canadian airports where applicable. Subject to availability
^CAA Dollars awarded per adult Member. To earn and redeem CAA Dollars, you must be a current CAA Member in good standing (CAA Membership dues paid in full by membership expiry date). CAA Dollars will be credited at time of departure. For more information on CAA Dollars, please visit www.caasco.com/caadollars.
◊ CAA Travel Insurance, an Orion Travel Insurance product, is underwritten by Echelon Insurance. Twenty-five percent (25%) Member savings is made up of a ten percent (10%) Member savings as well as a promotional fifteen percent (15%) savings when you purchase an Extraordinary Explorations tour through CAA Travel, applies to CAA South Central Ontario and CAA Manitoba Members in good standing (CAA Membership dues paid in full by membership expiry date). This promotional offer is valid until December 31, 2026. Ten percent (10%) Member savings applies to Members in good standing of all other CAA clubs. Savings apply to the total premium excluding applicable taxes. Minimum premium applies. Visitors to Canada Insurance is limited to promotional savings. Certain exclusions, limitations and restrictions apply. Subject to change without notice. A Medical Questionnaire may be required to purchase travel insurance.
Extraordinary Explorations vacations are organized and booked by CAA Travel (South Central Ontario) Inc. and CAA Manitoba (“CAA Travel”) on behalf of CAA Club Group (o/a CAA South Central Ontario and CAA Manitoba). In the event of an increase in any of the cost factors, CAA Travel reserves the right to increase the price whereby the provisions of the Travel Industry Act shall prevail. CAA Extraordinary Explorations packages are 100% non-refundable at final payment. CAA Travel service fee for cancellation prior to final payment varies by program. For full payment terms and conditions, please ask your CAA Travel Consultant. CAA Travel reserves the right to cancel or re-schedule any tour departure in accordance with operating requirements (minimum number of participants) or circumstances beyond its control. Additional fees for checked luggage or other incidentals may be incurred and vary according to itinerary and airline. Air schedules with some tours are not available at press time and may include several connections or forced overnight at passenger’s expense. CAA Travel strongly recommends the purchase of trip cancellation and emergency travel and emergency medical insurance at the time of booking.
Please note: Participants must be able to embark and disembark cruise ships and coaches without assistance as well as have a good level of mobility for walking tours in destinations where stairs and traditional cobblestone streets can be challenging. International transportation vehicles and facilities may not meet accessibility standards.
Flight
IncludedTour Itinerary
Day 1
Depart on an overnight flight from Toronto or Winnipeg to Milan.
Day 2
Como
Arrive in Milan and meet your tour escort before transferring by coach to Como. Check in at your hotel with the remaining day at leisure. Tonight, gather with the group for a welcome dinner at the hotel. (D)
Day 3
Como
Meet with a local guide for a walking tour of Como, a city founded by the Romans and framed by medieval walls. Stroll along the waterfront to admire elegant villas and 20th-century architectural landmarks. Wander through charming squares, each filled with historic charm, and visit the city’s highlight—the stunning Cathedral, famous for its Gothic and Renaissance features. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure before your group dinner at a local restaurant. (B/D)
Day 4
Como – Varenna
Travel by coach to Villa Carlotta, an 18th-century estate on Lake Como known for its exquisite gardens, sculptures and breathtaking views. It was built for the Milanese marquis Giorgio Clerici in 1690 and extends over a 70,000 m2 area in Tremezzo, facing the Bellagio peninsula. Continue by ferry to Varenna, a postcard-perfect village with pastel-coloured houses and the Passeggiata degli Innamorati, a romantic lakeside walkway. Enjoy a guided tour, followed by lunch at a local restaurant. In the afternoon, take to the water for a scenic boat tour of Lake Como, discovering hidden coves and grand villas only visible from the lake. Return to Como for a group dinner. (B/L/D)
Day 5
Como – Lake Lugano
Today is a full-day tour of Lugano, located on the border where Switzerland meets Italy. Meet your local guide and begin with a walk along the Olive Trail with views of Lake Lugano, followed by a short tour of Grandria village. Then, board a boat to the Grotto Restaurant for your Extraordinary Experience: a hands-on risotto workshop, followed by lunch. Later, you’ll ride by boat to Lugano to explore the elegant city centre before transferring back to Como. (B/L)
Day 6
Como – Maggiore Lake
Set out for a full-day guided tour of Maggiore Lake and the enchanting Borromean Islands. You’ll visit Isola Bella, home to a magnificent Baroque palace and elaborate gardens, and Isola Madre, famed for its botanical collection of over 2,000 different species. Stop at Isola dei Pescatori, a picturesque fishing village, and take in the beauty of this island-studded lake before returning to Como. (B/L)
Day 7
Como – Bellagio
Board the ferry to Bellagio for a guided visit to the “Pearl of Lake Como.” Perched at the tip of the peninsula dividing the lake, this elegant town is famous for its winding streets and breathtaking views. Visit the historical centre before proceeding to Villa Melzi d’Eril, an early 19th-century estate with landscaped gardens. Enjoy free time to explore Bellagio before boarding the ferry back to Como. Tonight, enjoy a group dinner at a local restaurant. (B/D)
Day 8
Como
Spend your final day in Como at leisure. Relax by the lake, explore more of the town, or simply take in the scenery at your own pace. (B)
Day 9
Milan
Transfer by coach to your hotel in Milan, where you’ll drop your luggage before setting out on a guided city tour. Known as the capital city of economy, fashion and design, Milan is also a vibrant hub for art, history and culture. Discover iconic landmarks including the Duomo, a masterpiece of Gothic architecture, Castello Sforzesco, the Galleria Vitgtorio Emanuele II and the world-famous La Scala Theatre. Celebrate your journey tonight with a farewell dinner. (B/D)
Day 10
After breakfast, transfer to Milan Airport for your return flight to Toronto or Winnipeg. (B)
B - Breakfast | L - Lunch | D - Dinner