{"product_id":"bellagio-discover-the-hidden-corners-of-this-lake-como-gem","title":"Bellagio - Discover the Hidden corners of this Lake Como Gem","description":"\u003c!--Start tab labels--\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca class=\"active\" href=\"#tab1\"\u003e Description \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab2\" class=\"\"\u003e Details \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab3\" class=\"\"\u003e More Information \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!--Start tab content--\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs-content\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"active\" id=\"tab1\" style=\"display: block;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDiscover the hidden corners of Bellagio\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 2 1\/2 hour guided walk through the old town and its enchanting surroundings plus lunch at a Michelin starred lakefront restaurant a few steps away from the magnificent gardens of Villa Melzi.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sense of beauty has its origins in Bellagio, you feel it all around you, in the splendor of its noble mansions and villas, in the elegance of its boutiques, in the slower pace of life of its inhabitants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA peninsula in the heart of the lake, dividing the Como branch from that of Lecco and positioning at its extremity this characteristic village and Punta Spartivento.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn enchanting place, famous for having been the love nest of renowned people like John Fitzgerald Kennedy, who spent time with his wife Jacqui at Grand Hotel Villa Serbelloni in June 1963, and the eminent Hungarian composer Franz Liszt who lived an intense passion with Marie-Catherine de Flavigny between 1836 and 1837.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli id=\"tab2\" style=\"display: none;\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDuring this unique 2½ hour walking tour \u003c\/b\u003ewe will explore Bellagio’s historic center and its marvelous and characteristic surroundings. Our first stop is Punta Spartivento, allowing us to admire the superb views of the lake’s three branches against a towering alpine background. Here, upon availability, we will meet a local fisherman who will show and explain us about lake fish. We will then walk through the picturesque and colorful steep stone alleys of the hamlet bringing us to the characteristic fishing village of Pescallo. Moving on over the hills to Aureggio, the upper part of the peninsula crossing lush gardens and olive groves we pass by noble villas and Romanesque churches descending a grassy path to the port of Loppia, home to rare examples of 19th century Larian Gondolas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tour continues with another highlight: the romantic gardens of Villa Melzi where our tour guide will introduce you to the history of the gardens and of the villa before taking you to our last stop a gourmet Michelin starred lakefront restaurant where you will be served a delicious lunch, that includes a typical Italian appetizer, a home made pasta dish, a glass of fresh local wine and our world renowned espresso. You will fall in love with this enchanting location: small elegantly set tables gathered under a wonderful pergola overlooking the lake and the small fishing port of Loppia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter lunch you shall be free to explore the gardens of Villa Melzi, using the tickets provided by our guide, and relax while taking in the colors and atmosphere of this enchanting place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe like to keep things informal and familiar. Our tour groups are limited too, usually no larger than 15 people to ensure that you have a personal experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli id=\"tab3\" style=\"display: none;\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDeparts:\u003c\/b\u003e Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun - 10:00 a.m.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDuration:\u003c\/b\u003e 2.5 hours; \u003cb\u003eMinimum number:\u003c\/b\u003e 2 adults\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e​Price\u003c\/b\u003e: Adult Euro 95 - Youth (4-12) Euro 45\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIncluded:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProfessional, friendly English speaking licensed guide. Entrance Tickets to Villa Melzi.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLunch at a Michelin starred restaurant (Italian appetizer, pasta, a glass of wine, water and coffee).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNot Included: \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHotel pick-up and drop-off.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e​The costs of any souvenirs\/ drinks \/ snacks \/ meals that are not explicitly listed in the programme.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMeeting Point\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoat Terminal Ticket Office opposite Hotel du Lac.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e​Piazza Giuseppe Mazzini, Bellagio - ITALY\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are 2 different terminals in Bellagio, please make sure you choose the passenger boat terminal and not the car ferry terminal. Our Bellagio Walking Tour starts in front of the Boat Terminal Ticket Office.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNote: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot wheelchair accessible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease take note that during this tour we will ascend and descend the hilly town and area around Bellagio so make sure you are physically adapt and have comfortable walking shoes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease bring a bottle of water; alternatively you can purchase one near the meeting point. ​\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tour runs rain or shine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease remember that bookings are made on a first come, first served basis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Classic Villa Vacations \u0026 Experiences","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":6877997301805,"sku":"","price":100.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2395\/1903\/products\/bellagio_3.jpg?v=1518205978","url":"https:\/\/www.classicvacationrental.com\/products\/bellagio-discover-the-hidden-corners-of-this-lake-como-gem","provider":"Classic Villa Vacations \u0026 More, a division of Classicvacationrental.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}