Como Dolce Vita Tour - by Ape Calesse to the city and the lake

About this tour

Rattle through Como's centro storico and lakeside villages in a vintage Ape Calessino—a charmingly cramped three-wheeled contraption that puts you at street level with the city's architecture and water views. You'll pass the Duomo, medieval ramparts and the Voltian Temple before heading to lakefront villages like Cernobbio and Laglio, where mansions perch above the water. The whole thing takes three hours and arrives with prosecco in hand.

Highlights

• Bumble through Como's historic centre in a retro three-wheeler
• Lake Como shoreline from Villa Geno and Villa Olmo's manicured grounds
• Cernobbio's lakeside elegance and Laglio's villa-studded slopes
• Medieval city walls and the Duomo up close
• Private transport with prosecco included

What to expect

You'll be packed snugly into a two-seat Ape Calessino—don't expect comfort, expect character. The driver navigates Como's compact streets and waterfront roads at a leisurely pace, pointing out architectural landmarks without the tour-bus rush. Expect to climb out occasionally for photos and brief strolls through villages. Lake views arrive in genuine postcard fashion, especially along the avenue to Villa Geno. The prosecco comes cold and the whole rhythm feels deliberately un-hurried.

Good to know

Only two seats, so best for couples or small groups. Wear layers—lake breezes can turn sharp. No heavy snacking included, so eat beforehand if needed. The vehicle is open-sided, so weather matters.