Lake Como, Bellagio, and Lugano Bus Day Trip
In a single day, see the best of Italy and Switzerland. Join a tour of Lugano, Lake Como, and Bellagio in a small group led by a local guide who will provide insightful commentary throughout your trip. Observe the uncomparable Chiesa di Santa Maria di Loreto church during the calm walking on your own.
Group
10 hrs 30 min
Group size up to 30 persons
Mobile ticket
English
What is included in activity
English-speaking guide
Headsets (if needed) to hear your guide
Ticket for a Lake Como boat cruise
Free time in the towns of Lugano and Bellagio
All transfers by air-conditioned bus
What is not included
Gratuities
Hotel pick-up and drop off
Food and drinks
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Traveling in air-conditioned comfort, you can escape the bustle of Milan for a relaxing tour of the countryside of northern Italy and southern Switzerland.
Relax as you enjoy stunning lake views and villas in the mountains. You'll be in Switzerland in less than an hour, passing through the Italian border before taking a scenic drive to the Alps' base.
Lugano, with its breathtaking views and excellent shopping options, should be your first stop on your fantastic vacation. Take a leisurely stroll through the town to the Chiesa di Santa Maria di Loreto church if you're looking for artistic culture.
Make your way to the beautiful downtown shopping area, which is full of inviting shops, rich Swiss chocolate, and fine luxury goods, for a little bit of retail therapy. The famous city of Bellagio, also known as the "Pearl of Lake Como," is next.
When you arrive in Bellagio, take advantage of your free time to explore the city and shop, or just unwind and savor some authentic Italian fare in the most quaint bars and restaurants. Continue by coach to Lake Como after taking photos and taking in the charming atmosphere of the town.
When you get there, take a leisurely cruise on the lake for a once-in-a-lifetime chance to look at the stunning landscapes and famous villas. Lake Como is a well known vacation spot for stars and famous people. Throughout the cruise, your guide will point out George Clooney's villa and other villas that served as film sets for Star Wars and James Bond. In time for dinner, the bus will bring you back to Milan's downtown.
Important information:
- Government-imposed COVID restrictions for entering countries and venues (like negative COVID test, booster shot, vaccine certificate with a QR code) may change with little notice; it is the responsibility of all visitors to ensure they check the official travel advice on the government websites
- The duration of the Lake Como cruise may vary depending on the season (2-hour cruise April — October, 50-minute cruise November — March)
- Entrance into religious sites requires a modest dress code. Shoulders and knees must be covered for both women and men
- This tour involves a fair amount of walking. Please wear comfortable shoes
- Most of visitors will not need to have a visa to enter Switzerland; a passport will be enough to enter the country. Please the website information (https://www.bfm.admin.ch/bfm/en/home/publiservice/weisungen-kreisschreiben/visa/liste1_staatsangehoerigkeit.html) and decide if you may need a visa or not
- This is a small group tour of maximum capacity of 25 people (it is fewer on the walking sections of the guided tour)
What to bring:
- Comfortable shoes
Not allowed:
- Luggage or large bags
- Baby strollers
- Baby carriages
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Price
Adult (Age 15-99)
€114
per person
Children (Age 2-14)
€104
per person
Infant (Age 1 and younger)
€0
per person
For any payment method you must book a ticket through the booking form below and receive confirmation by e-mail and (or) SMS.
What places you will see
• Lake Como
• Lugano
• Bellagio
Activity book period
You can book tour up to 6 hours in advance.
Languages in what activity is performed
English
Directions to meet your guide
Milan Porta Garibaldi Train Station
How long your tour will be
10 hrs 30 min
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Reviews by travellers
Flavia C.
This was a beautiful excursion and quite the value! Finding our guide at the meeting spot was simple as he was clearly identifiable. Simone was very pleasant, funny and informative! The bus driver was incredible as he navigated the treacherous twists and turns of the roads. The sites were stunning!!!! It was a great combination of bus touring, self touring, guided touring and boat touring. I highly recommend this excursion!!
4 days ago
Cornelia M.
Sonia and Valentina were amazing tour guides, the best I've had from many tours. The driver Claudio was very capable. Tour is organised well, with ample time in Lugano and especially Bellaggio. Como cruise was also nice and informative. Boat is a bit crowded but thats expected. Overall highly recomended
9 days ago
Isabella B.
Overall a great trip. Tour guide and bus driver were thoughtful and provided great insight to the destinations. Spent an hour in Lugano before proceeding to Lake Como. The boat ride at the end of the day was long and hot as there were limited outdoor seats, but that had nothing to do with the tour company. Easy to navigate meeting times and multiple boat transfers with the talented guide. Long day with a lot of walking but an incredible experience.
14 days ago
Apollina M.
The trip was marvellous, it was so well organized and according to what was mentioned in the tours details. Both guides Sonia and Valantina were excellent with their demonstrated explanation and hospitality, a very recommended tour with a lot of lovely landscapes.
15 days ago
Sara P.
Best day trip I’ve ever done. Would highly recommend, packed so much into one day. Lugano, Bellagio and Lake Como are all beautiful. The guides Sonia & Valentina were great. Just the perfect amount of interaction without being over the top. They also provided some great recommendations along the way. Despite being a long day, it’s worth every minute.
16 days ago
Edilberto L.
it was a road trip mostly. we couldn't have enough time on the places we visited, just 40 mins to 1h30m so I can't say I had fun but the places we have been was very great. the history and culture the guide told us along the way was informative and fun. but I wish I had more time on the cities we have been
20 days ago
Ilva N.
The tour was very informative and we got to visit beautiful places! The time in each area was perfect for free time to explore on your own. The Lake Como boat tour was an added bonus too and even got to see where some famous people have lived! Would definitely recommend this tour for anyone. Easy location to meet the group and I was always kept informed throughout the journey of meeting times and whereabouts.
22 days ago
Germano T.
Overall great experience. The boat trip on Lake Como was a bit of a let down. It was just the standard ferry that goes from city to city on the lake. We had to wear our headsets to hear any sort of information about what we were passing by. And because it was just the standard ferry some of the group had to sit on the lower deck and could barely see anything. I would still recommend doing this, purely because I imagine the logistics of planning a day trip like this would be quite the pain. The guides were great!
about 1 month ago
Aristide F.
Tour and tour guide were terrific. However, I paid for the tour twice by mistake. Once on Sept 22 USD 116.61 on Amex ending...5005 and on Sept 24 USD 112.31 on Master Charge ending....5650. Please credit payment to my Master Charge A/C for USD 123.31 and confirm. I brought the duplicate payment issue to the attention of the tour guide and she made a note that there was only one participant on the tour Sunday, Sept 25. Thank you. Francis Bruno
about 1 month ago
Maggiorino G.
Our guide Valentino was very insightful and funny. Thoroughly enjoyed this trip! There was sufficient time to walk around Lugano, Bellagio and Como. She even gave us recommendations to dine at!! (The food places she recommended were all really good!!!!) she was very funny and it made this trip really enjoyable. Thumbs up for the driver who drove us around and also our amazing guide.
about 1 month ago
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Starting point of the tour
Meet at Milan Porta Garibaldi Train Station, in front of the main entrance. If you are facing the train station's main entrance, the meeting point is on the left-hand side just outside the station, next to the stairs, and under the covered portico. If you're arriving by metro, take the M2 (green-line) train to Garibaldi. Make your way to the train station's main entrance. If you're arriving by taxi, ask the driver to take you to Stazione Garibaldi in front of the train station's main entrance.
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