CSTRents, the Centro Storico Segway PT Authorized Tour, offers a unique way to explore Como’s historic city center. Gliding past iconic landmarks like the Duomo Square and medieval walls, participants can enjoy the city’s rich history while benefiting from insightful commentary from knowledgeable local guides. With a maximum of 8 participants, the tour promises a personalized experience, catering to various weather conditions. But what makes this tour truly remarkable is the opportunity to discover Como’s hidden gems and uncover the stories that lie behind its captivating facades.
Key Points
- Offers Segway tours in Como’s historic city center, covering top landmarks like the Duomo Square, medieval walls, and lakefront promenade.
- Provides a small group experience with a maximum of 8 participants for an intimate tour.
- Local guides offer historical insights on the city’s artists, poets, and musicians during the tour.
- Includes a 30-minute orientation session for Segway operation and optional helmets and ponchos for all weather conditions.
- Operates in all weather conditions, with a free cancellation policy up to 24 hours before the tour.
Tour Overview
CSTRents offers a Segway tour in the historic city center of Como, Italy. The tour efficiently covers the top landmarks, including Duomo Square, medieval walls, public gardens, lakefront promenade, and neoclassical villas.
With a small group limited to 8 participants, the tour maximizes time spent exploring. A local guide provides historical insights on the area’s renowned artists, poets, and musicians.
Outfitted with optional helmets and ponchos, participants can enjoy the tour in all weather conditions. This immersive experience allows visitors to discover Como’s rich cultural heritage and picturesque landscapes while navigating effortlessly on a Segway.
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Inclusions and Exclusions
The Segway tour includes a 30-minute orientation session to familiarize participants with operating the Segway PT.
A 30-minute orientation session to familiarize participants with operating the Segway PT is included in the Segway tour.
A local guide provides historical insights on the area’s artists, poets, and musicians.
Optional helmet use and ponchos for rain are available.
However, the tour excludes food, drinks, gratuities, hotel pickup/drop-off, and entrance tickets.
Confirmation is received at booking unless within 5 days of travel, and the tour operates in all weather conditions.
It’s not wheelchair accessible and isn’t recommended for pregnant travelers.
The tour has a maximum of 8 participants with a minimum group size requirement.
Meeting and End Points
The meeting point for the CSTRents Segway PT Tour is located at Via Simone Cantoni, 1, 22100 Como CO, Italy, near Villa Olmo.
This is where the tour begins, with participants gathering for a 30-minute orientation session before setting out on their Segway adventure.
At the end of the tour, the group returns to the same meeting point, completing the loop.
The tour operates regardless of weather conditions and isn’t wheelchair accessible.
Participants must be at least 16 years old and are advised against joining if pregnant.
Accessibility and Restrictions
Although the CSTRents Segway PT Tour operates in all weather conditions, it isn’t wheelchair accessible.
The tour requires participants to be at least 16 years old and isn’t recommended for pregnant travelers. The group size is limited to a maximum of 8 participants, with a minimum number required for the tour to operate.
Confirmation is provided at the time of booking, unless within 5 days of travel, in which case it’ll be within 48 hours.
Helmets and ponchos are available, but food, drinks, gratuities, and entrance tickets aren’t included in the tour price.
Pricing and Cancellation Policy
With prices starting at $195.86 per person, the CSTRents Segway PT Tour offers flexibility in pricing based on group size.
The tour can accommodate up to 8 travelers, with the final cost varying accordingly.
CSTRents also provides free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience, ensuring peace of mind for customers.
The tour has received a 5.0 rating based on 2 reviews, highlighting the friendly and knowledgeable guides.
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What to Expect on the Tour
Embarking on the CSTRents Segway PT Tour, participants can expect an efficient and immersive exploration of Como’s historic center.
The tour maximizes sightseeing, covering top landmarks such as:
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Duomo Square, the heart of the city, showcasing the grand Gothic cathedral.
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The medieval city walls, offering panoramic views of the lake and surrounding mountains.
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The scenic lakefront promenade, lined with neoclassical villas and lush public gardens.
Throughout the experience, a knowledgeable local guide provides historical insights on the area’s rich cultural heritage, from its renowned artists and poets to famous musicians.
Highlights and Landmarks
The Segway tour allows visitors to efficiently cover the most iconic landmarks in Como’s historic center.
Gliding through Duomo Square, guests admire the stunning Gothic cathedral.
Cruising along the medieval walls, they glimpse the city’s storied past.
In the lush public gardens, they discover tranquil green spaces.
The lakefront promenade offers sweeping views of the crystal-clear waters and surrounding Alps.
Finally, the tour showcases the region’s neoclassical villas, architectural gems that have inspired artists, poets, and musicians over the centuries.
An engaging local guide provides historical insights throughout the immersive Segway experience.
Customer Reviews
Rated 5.0 out of 5 based on 2 reviews, CSTRents’ Segway PT Tour of Como’s historic center has received glowing praise from past participants.
Reviewers highlight:
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The tour’s knowledgeable and friendly guides, who provided engaging historical insights into the area’s artists, poets, and musicians.
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The efficient use of time, with the tour covering top landmarks like the Duomo Square, medieval walls, and picturesque lakefront promenade.
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The small group size, which allowed for a personalized and interactive experience.
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