Italy and Switzerland Day Trip: Lake Como, Bellagio & Lugano from Milan | La Vacanza Travel

Italy and Switzerland Day Trip: Lake Como, Bellagio & Lugano from Milan

Duration: 10 hours 30 minutes
Destination: Italy, Lombardia, Milan
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  • 10 hours 30 minutes
  • Milan
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  • Not-Cancellable

Overview

Discover what makes the Italian Alps a favorite vacation destination for the rich and famous. Just an hour outside Milan, stunning lakes, fabulous villas and charming Alpine towns await – and you can experience them all in one blissful day. Cruise beautiful Lake Como in comfort. Enjoy free time in Bellagio, the “pearl of Lake Como”. Then cross the border to visit Lugano, “the Monte Carlo of Switzerland”.

Itinerary
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Pass By: Milan, Milan, Lombardy

The day tour starts when you meet your English-speaking guide in central Milan. From there, a private air-conditioned coach will take you across the border to Switzerland through stunning scenery and your guide will be on hand to fill you in on the sights.


Stop At: Lake Como, Lake Como, Lombardy

The best way to experience Lake Como is by boat. A relaxing private boat will allow you to view this tranquil landscape from the water. As you float by, your guide will point out famous villas used as locations for Star Wars and James Bond movies along with the homes of international stars like George Clooney. You’ll also have plenty of time to take pictures or just take in the view with a refreshment from the onboard restaurant.

Arriving back in Milan in time for dinner, you won’t believe you managed to see so much in one day, and without ever feeling rushed.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Bellagio, Bellagio, Lake Como, Lombardy

You’ll visit the stunning town of Bellagio, often called “the pearl of Lake Como”. Your guide can offer recommendations, but it’s up to you whether to go shopping, sample the local food or simply soak up the charming atmosphere.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Lugano, Lugano, Canton of Ticino, Swiss Alps

Nestled at the foot of the Alps you’ll find Lugano, another lakeshore town. Also called “the Monte Carlo of Switzerland”, this Italian-speaking Swiss town is a playground for celebrities, athletes and entertainers, boasting luxury shopping and fine art, scenic views and a bustling city center. Visit the church of Santa Maria degli Angioli, where Bernardino Luini painted ‘Passion and Crucifixion’, regarded as Switzerland’s most significant Renaissance fresco. Head downtown to browse luxury goods and rich Swiss chocolate. Whatever you’re looking for, Lugano has something for you.

Duration: 2 hours

Inclusions
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Professional, English speaking guide
  • Headsets to always hear your guide
  • Lake Como Private Boat Cruise
  • Free time in the towns of Lugano and Bellagio

Exclusions
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and drinks
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • Most guests will not be required to have a Visa to enter Switzerland; a passport will be sufficient to enter the Country. Please check this website (https://www.sem.admin.ch/sem/en/home/publiservice/weisungen-kreisschreiben/visa/liste1_staatsangehoerigkeit.html) for more information, and to determine if you may need a Visa (choose your country by selecting the first letter i.e “U” for United States.
  • Please be advised that in the case of events beyond our control, we may need to adjust our itinerary to ensure the safety, quality, and satisfaction of your travel experience.
  • If you wish to enter a church in one of the cities visited, please remember that knees and shoulders must be covered.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Departure Point

Stazione Porta Garibaldi, P.za Sigmund Freud, 1, 20124 Milano MI, Italy


Departure Time

08:00 AM


Return Details

Returns to original departure point

Voucher info

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Duration

10 hours 30 minutes


User's Reviews

Jorge_G

27 Mar, 2024

My family and I had the most horrible experience with this tour. We were left alone at the Garibaldy train Station. The tour guide left before 8am. He current even wait for 8am. I was on the phone talking to a La Vacanza Travel representative and was no help at all. We are so disappointed.

Sharon_D

24 Mar, 2024

We booked several different tours while we were on vacation in Germany & Italy. This tour was by far the worse experience. The tour guide was awful. She didn’t provide any useful information. She’d start talking about something, stop herself and then ramble about something with no relevance. So difficult to even understand her. Made for an extremely long day and disappointment. While Lake Como was pretty and scenic areas, all of us felt disappointed with the entire day.

Leandra_L

24 Mar, 2024

The landscape is beautiful. Como and Bellagio are best. There is not much to see in Lugano.things are very expensive in Lugano on Switzerland side. Better eat in Bellagio.

Pablo_S

23 Mar, 2024

Met with Mara the tour guide at the Porta Garibaldi Station and traveled also with Antonio the bus driver. Mara shared lots of details about our trip's different locations, starting with the first blocks in Milan in our way to Lake Como, to the facts about Lake Como, some of the towns and villas and then about Lugano. The first stop was Bellagio, which is a small beautiful town where you can get fantastic pictures of the lake and the Alps. Had a really nice time enjoying the place and having a lunch (expect the prices a little bit high in Bellagio). Bellagio is special as well because you can buy silk-made clothing and fabrics and are simply beautiful. Then, we headed to Lugano, a small town in Switzerland. Here you can buy swiss chocolate (simply the best) but also expect the prices too high (since we are in Switzerland). Nevertheless, it is worth buying a little chocolate. The are other many clothing stores and restaurants in case you want to have a coffee break or buy some expensive stuff such as a Rolex :) Enjoy the views, these lakes and towns are located in such a beautiful region, surrounded by mountains and with Mara's knowledge you will be able to also learn more about what you are seeing around and have a wonderful day all around. By the way, it is a great idea bringing a good camera or a really good phone, you do not want to miss anything! and some things are very far away too (like the Alps), in other words, bring any kind of camera that can zoom in lots :) Save those memories with quality!

Ronald_S

22 Mar, 2024

Our driver, Antonio, and English speaking guide, Mara, were very courteous, accommodating, and professional. I highly recommend them. The scenery was absolutely fantastic, and the stories about the celebrities that owned the lakeside villas were interesting. 5 Stars.

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Como, Bellagio and Lugano Tour

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beauty all around

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Best day trip from Milan!

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2 countries/lakes in a day

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Ellena was a great guide, we saw a lot, the weather was ordinary but still very good experience! Each part of the tour g

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Wonderful scenery

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