Lake Como Shared Boat Tour from Varenna | Discover FaunoSailing
- Fauno Sailing
- Aug 8
- 5 min read
Looking for a Lake Como shared group boat tour from Varenna that feels more private than a typical group excursion?
Welcome aboard Fauno Sailing.
⭐ 5/5 Top-Rated Experience on Google, GetYourGuide & TripAdvisor
I'm Ricky, skipper and owner, and I created this experience for people who want to discover Lake Como from the water, slowly, comfortably and without the crowds.
A maximum of 6 guests, a beautiful sailing boat, 3 or 4 hours on the lake, Italian aperitivo, Prosecco, swimming when conditions allow and plenty of time to simply enjoy being here.
Shared in price. Semi-private in feeling.
And that's what makes our Lake Como group tour different.
A shared boat tour on Lake Como that feels almost private
The word shared can sometimes make people imagine a crowded tourist boat.
That's not what we do.
With a maximum of 6 guests, LinaChiara feels intimate and relaxed. You have space to sit together, stretch out on deck, take photos, enjoy the aperitivo and, if you feel like it, meet people from all over the world.
It's the sweet spot between a large group tour and an expensive private charter.
You share the experience — not the boat with a crowd.
That's why many guests describe the experience as semi-private.
The perfect Lake Como boat tour for couples
Travelling as a couple?
A private boat on Lake Como can be an incredible experience, but it can also be a significant expense.
Our shared sailing tour gives you another option.
You can enjoy the lake together, have an Italian aperitivo, swim, relax on deck and discover the famous villages and villas from the water — without paying for an entire private boat.
One couple who joined us for their 25th wedding anniversary described the experience as an “A+ experience”, highlighting the value compared with more expensive private motorboat tours.
And that's exactly what we want.
A beautiful experience that feels special, without making you feel like you have to spend a fortune.
3 or 4 hours on Lake Como
Choose the experience that fits your day.
☀️ 4-hour morning tour
10:00 – 14:00
My favourite option.
We have more time to sail through the central lake, admire the villas and villages, enjoy an Italian aperitivo and, when conditions are right, stop for a swim.
And you're back in Varenna in time for lunch.
🌅 3-hour afternoon tour
15:00 – 18:00
Perfect if you have a busy itinerary but still want to experience Lake Como from the water.
Three hours of sailing, scenery, aperitivo and relaxation.
No rushing.
No checklist.
Just Lake Como.
Why Varenna is the perfect place to start
One of the biggest advantages of our Varenna boat tour is simply the location.
Varenna is beautiful, central and incredibly easy to reach.
If you're travelling from Milan, you can take the train directly to Varenna without renting a car, worrying about parking or organising an expensive transfer.
One of our guests specifically praised this:
“Easy to reach by train from Milano, it took just one hour to reach the starting point Varenna to get on board.”
Once you're here, you're perfectly positioned to explore the heart of Lake Como.
Varenna, Bellagio, Menaggio and Tremezzo.
And the best way to connect them isn't always by road.
It's by water.
More than sightseeing
When you come sailing with me, I don't want you to feel like you're following a script.
I'll tell you about the lake, the villas, Italian traditions, food and the places I personally love.
Ask me where to have dinner.
Ask me what to see tomorrow.
Ask me which village is worth visiting.
Or just sit back with a glass of Prosecco and enjoy the view.
One solo traveller described the experience as “friendly, social and safe”, praising the local knowledge, history and recommendations shared during the tour.
Another guest wrote that the atmosphere was “relaxed and confident” and said they would happily have stayed on board all day.
That's the kind of experience I want to create.
Italian aperitivo, Lake Como style
There are few things more Italian than sitting on a boat, surrounded by mountains and historic villas, with a cold drink in your hand.
Our Italian aperitivo and Prosecco are included.
And one guest captured the feeling perfectly:
“On the boat everything tastes better: love, food, prosecco, and even the sun is brighter!”
Maybe that's Lake Como.
Or maybe food and Prosecco simply taste better when you're floating on the lake.
I'll let you decide.
The details make the difference
The view is spectacular.
The lake is spectacular.
But we believe the experience should be just as good.
That's why we pay attention to the details.
A clean boat. A carefully prepared deck. A welcoming atmosphere. A well-organised aperitivo. Everything ready before you step aboard.
These are things guests regularly mention in their reviews.
Because hospitality isn't just about being friendly.
It's about making someone feel that their time matters.
When you arrive on LinaChiara, I want you to feel that everything has been prepared for you.
Swim, sail, slow down
When the weather and lake conditions are right, we'll find a beautiful spot and you can jump into Lake Como.
Then climb back on deck, dry off in the sun and let the boat continue sailing.
If there's enough wind, we'll raise the sails, turn off the engine and let the lake do the rest.
The sound changes.
The pace changes.
Everything slows down.
And for a few hours, you don't really feel like a tourist anymore.
You feel like you're living the Italian summer you've always imagined.
What our guests remember
The most beautiful thing about our reviews is that people rarely talk only about the boat.
They talk about how the experience made them feel.
One guest called Fauno Sailing “the highlight of our trip to Lake Como.”
Another called it “the best Lake Como boat tour ever.”
And one simple sentence says almost everything:
“We loved every minute!”
That's what I'm aiming for.
Not the longest itinerary.
Not the most stops.
Not the biggest boat.
Just a few unforgettable hours on Lake Como.
Why choose the Fauno Sailing Group Tour?
Maximum 6 guests
Semi-private atmosphere
3 or 4 hours
Departure from Varenna
Real sailing boat
Local skipper and owner, Ricky
Italian aperitivo & Prosecco included
Swimming opportunity
Central Lake Como itinerary
Clean, carefully prepared boat
Personal hospitality
Great value compared with a private charter
Easy to reach by train from Milan
More intimate than a large group tour.More affordable than a private boat.More personal than a sightseeing cruise.
That's Fauno Sailing.
Ready to experience Lake Como from the water?
If you're looking for a Lake Como shared group boat tour from Varenna, come aboard.
Bring your swimsuit.
Bring your curiosity.
Bring your appetite for an Italian aperitivo.
I'll take care of the sailing.
You just have to enjoy Lake Como.
3 or 4 hours · Maximum 6 guests · Aperitivo & Prosecco included
Lake Como Group Tour – Quick Facts
📍 Departure: Varenna
⏱️ Duration: 3 or 4 hours
👥 Maximum: 6 guests
⛵ Boat: LinaChiara – sailing boat
🥂 Aperitivo: Included
🍾 Prosecco: Included
🏊 Swimming: Weather and conditions permitting
👨✈️ Skipper: Ricky
🗺️ Area: Central Lake Como
🚆 From Milan: Easily reachable by train
🚗 Car required: No
Discover our:
Comments