One group pick up from Milan Malpensa Airport is scheduled for 4pm. Once you arrive at the hotel, settle in. There will be a briefing around 6:30pm, followed by dinner.
Meals: Dinner
Accommodation: Hotel Villa Aurora
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This 7-day women-only guided walking tour of Lake Como offers a unique, empowering way to explore one of Italy's most stunning regions. Surrounded by the majestic Alps, Lake Como provides a serene backdrop for this intimate journey, where we can connect, share experiences, and bond. The tour takes us through charming lakeside villages, historic villas, and lush gardens, all while enjoying local culinary experiences and breathtaking views of the famous lake itself.
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We’ll start the day by taking a local bus to the small town of Nesso, just fifteen minutes away from Lezzeno. This is where our walk starts. We will walk a part of Strada Regia, the old pathway that used to connect the towns between Como and Bellagio. We’ll take some cobbled pathways through town, admiring the authentic side of these little villages. A stone bridge and a waterfall are just some of the photo opportunities of the day.
Leaving the lakeside, we’ll take a path uphill through the forest, partially paved, with some beautiful views of the lake and villages on the other shore. Once out of the forest path, we’ll find ourselves in small villages again and we’ll walk along little roads, until we reach our Hotel Villa Aurora at lunch time. You can enjoy the hotel’s private beach in the afternoon.Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Hiking: 8.4 km / 5.2 miles
Elevation: +230 m / -280 m (+755 ft / -920 ft)
Accommodation: Hotel Villa Aurora
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Today we’ll take a ferry across the lake to the picturesque town of Menaggio. The walk will take us through the town, to the beginning of the Val Sanagra valley, once home to many water mills.
We’ll take a cobbled path through the forest, to the small village of Barna, with its few houses and a church. Here we can stop for a wine tasting experience in a cellar located in an old stable.
From the village we’ll walk through the forest again, back to the Val Sanagra valley. You will have some time to explore the gorge and enjoy your packed lunch. We’ll then walk along the river, back to Menaggio. For those that would like more detail, please click here.Meals: Breakfast, packed lunch, dinner
Hiking: 9 km / 5.6 miles
Elevation: +360 m / -360 m (+1,180 ft / -1,180 ft)
Accommodation: Hotel Villa Aurora
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Feel free to explore Lezzeno or the surrounding lake towns and villages on your own. We can share some recommendations.
Accommodation: Hotel Villa Aurora
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We’ll take a bus to Bellagio, one of the most famous villages on Lake Como. Our walk will take us away from the crowds, and we’ll get to explore less known parts of the area. We’ll first walk along the lake, then go up and take a path that will lead us through a forest and along old terraces. Although the ascent is steep, it is mostly in the shade. We’ll reach some small towns on the hills above Bellagio. We can stop for a drink on a Baita Belvedere trattoria terrace, with stunning views of the lake. After that, we’ll take a break and have our packed lunch. A forest path will take us back to Bellagio, where we’ll take some time to explore the village. To find out more about Bellagio area trekking, click here.
Meals: Breakfast, packed lunch, dinner
Hiking: 11.7 km / 7.3 miles
Elevation: +540 m / -540 m (+1,770 ft / -1,770 ft)
Accommodation: Hotel Villa Aurora
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Today we’ll cross to the other side of the lake and walk the Lake Como Greenway, starting from the town of Colonno. The Greenway is a path that follows the lake’s west coast, with its beautiful villages, churches, gardens, and villas, and amazing views.
We’ll end the walk at Villa Carlotta, one of the most beautiful in the area, with its stunning gardens. There’s an option of either visiting the villa or having a drink enjoying the atmosphere of Lake Como, before going back by ferry.Meals: Breakfast, packed lunch, dinner
Hiking: 10 km / 6.2 miles
Elevation: +200 m / -200 m (+660 ft / -660 ft)
Accommodation: Hotel Villa Aurora
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Today’s time to say goodbye to Lake Como. After breakfast, at 10am, your group will get transferred to the airport. Please book flights after 2pm.
Meals: Breakfast
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What you get on this adventure:
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- An experienced, English speaking local hiking guide with extensive knowledge of the area
- 7-day tour with 4 days of hiking/walking with a guide
- Accommodation for 6 nights in a unique hotel room with a private sun deck, shared terrace or balcony — single occupancy
- Breakfasts, lunches on the 4 walking days (could be packed or a stop in a local restaurant), and dinners at the hotel terrace restaurant (details in the itinerary)
- Access to the lake via the private beach or sun deck
- Milan Airport group transfers (round-trip)
- All local transport to your walks — bus, boat, or private taxi
What’s not included:
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- Transportation to Italy/Milan or Como
- Any other airport transfer apart from Milan
- Drinks
- Travel and medical insurance — optional
- Guide gratuities — optional
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This Lake Como hiking tour for women requires a basic level of fitness. As long as you can walk 3 to 4 hours a day with plenty of stops, you’re good to go! Walks will range between 8 and 12 km (5 to 7.5 miles) along footpaths and stoney tracks. There will be an occasional steep section, which could feel a little challenging, but the maximum ascent in a day is 550 m (1,805 ft). Keep in mind, the summer weather can get very hot and you’ll also be packing a daypack filled with water and other things you’ll need throughout the day.
For more hiking and walking adventures in Italy, click here!
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Here’s a list of the equipment you need to bring to the Lake Como hiking tour for women:
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- Day pack large enough to carry all the items listed (around a 25-40L bag)
- Hiking poles — optional
- Water bottle or hydration bladder (2L capacity)
- Lightweight hiking boots or shoes, preferably with good ankle support
- Comfortable hiking clothes, both short-sleeved and long-sleeved, to last you for a week
- Spare clothes for layering
- Waterproof lightweight rain jacket
- Casual clothes for when you’re not hiking
- Swimsuit
- Sunhat
- Toiletries (sunscreen, hand sanitizer, bug spray, toilet paper, etc.)
- Headlamp or flashlight
- Sunglasses
- Camera — optional (but recommended)
Dress comfortably and for the weather in clothes you can move in. We suggest bringing clothing appropriate for the season. Layers are best and don’t wear jeans.
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Group sizes and pricing
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- This is an all-women hiking tour.
- For this group adventure, the usual client-to-guide ratio is 6:1.
- This tour typically requires a minimum of six women to run. However, smaller groups can still proceed if participants agree to cover the additional costs. This will usually be discussed with your guide about six weeks before the tour start date. If you’re curious about the current number of participants, feel free to reach out.
- Maximum group size is 12 people.
Lake Como walking tours for women can be arranged for larger groups. Contact us to make arrangements.
Min. age requirements
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- If you are older than 18, you’re good to go.
- Minors younger than 18 may be permitted to join the Lake Como walking tour on a case-by-case basis, but must be in the presence of a parent or legal guardian.
If your group has hikers under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.
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To get to the starting point of your Lake Como walking tour for women, most people fly into Milan Malpensa Airport. A group pick up will be arranged at 4pm. The journey to Hotel Aurora in Lezzeno takes approximately 1 hour and 25 minutes.
Alternatively, you can take a 2-hour train to Como San Giovanni Station, and from there a bus or boat service to Lezzeno, which takes approximately 50 minutes.
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Once your booking is confirmed and your trip is paid in full, you will be offered to purchase Redpoint’s protection. If you need any help or require more information, let us know and we will be happy to help!
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