Board a classic Riva speedboat for a private two-hour circuit of Lake Como, passing Villa Carlotta and Bellagio while sipping Italian wine at sunset. This small-group luxury cruise pairs historic craft with lakeside panoramas and a relaxed, easygoing pace.
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You step aboard a lacquered Riva as the boat slips away from the stone quay and Lake Como opens like a cool, reflective street — villas hunch along the shore, gardens push toward the water, and the engine purrs with old-world elegance.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels; mostly seated with brief boarding and disembarkation.
Wildlife
History
Riva motorboats trace their lineage to 19th-century Lombard craftsmanship; the Riva shipyard elevated local boatbuilding into an international symbol of style, and many lakeside villas date to Roman and 19th-century leisure culture.
Conservation
Lake Como faces pressures from shoreline development and boat wakes; operators follow speed and no-wake rules in protected zones and guests are encouraged to minimize noise and waste.
Reserve your spot on the Luxury cruise on Lake Como on a Riva speedboat, with italian wine today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Book the sunset slot
Late-afternoon departures reduce wind and give the best light for villa views and photographs.
Bring a light windproof layer
Even on warm days the lake breeze can be cool once the boat is moving.
Stabilize cameras
Use a strap or small tripod — the Riva’s classic hull is smooth but occasional wakes and turns cause motion.
Mind seasickness
If you’re prone to motion sickness, take preventive medication and sit mid-boat where movement feels gentlest.
Light windbreaker
Blocks the lake breeze during cooler spring afternoons.
spring
Non-slip shoes
Provide stable footing while boarding and moving on the deck.
Sunglasses and hat
Reduces glare for photography and comfort during bright summer cruises.
summer
Small dry bag
Keeps phone, wallet and camera safe from spray during close shoreline passes.