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Lake Como and Lugano Day Tour

From€67.5
11 hours
Como, Italy

About this activity

Experience the beauty of Lake Como and Lugano in a single day, with guided tours, a scenic cruise, and visits to charming villages and cities.

Highlights

  • Scenic cruise on Lake Como
  • Explore Bellagio's charming streets
  • Visit the Swiss city of Lugano
  • Discover picturesque lakeside villages
  • Enjoy panoramic views of the Alps

Full description

Discover the enchanting landscapes of Lake Como and the Swiss city of Lugano on this full-day tour. Begin with a guided exploration of Lake Como's picturesque towns, including a scenic cruise offering stunning views of the Alps. Visit the charming village of Bellagio, known for its narrow streets and colorful buildings. Cross into Switzerland to explore Lugano's vibrant city life and lakeside beauty. This tour offers a perfect blend of Italian and Swiss cultures, providing unforgettable memories of two countries in one day.

Included / Excluded

  • Guided tour of Lake Como
  • Visit to Bellagio village
  • Cruise on Lake Como
  • Meals and beverages

Itinerary

1

Pass by: City of Milan

Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
2

Como City Center

Duration: 1h 15mAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
3

Pass by: Duomo Cathedral

Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
4

Pass by: Tremezzo

Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
5

Pass by: Lake Como Cruise 1 hr

Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
6

Bellagio

Duration: 1 hourAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
7

Pass by: 15 minutes

Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
8

Lugano City Center. PASSPORT MANDATORY (no photo, no copy)

Duration: 1 hourAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE

Meeting point

Start Location

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Important information

Know before you book

  • Tour operates in English; other languages may be available
  • Children under 2 years old can join for free if seated on a parent's lap
  • Tour may be subject to weather conditions; check for updates before departure

Know before you go

  • Wear comfortable walking shoes for exploring villages
  • Bring a camera to capture scenic views
  • Check the weather forecast and dress accordingly

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Accessibility

  • Stroller Accessible
  • Easy Public Transport
  • Infants Required On Laps

Good to know

  • For non-European citizens PASSPORT IS MANDATORY to enter Swiss territory while for European citizens is ok the ID card. Each document must be in original (no photo).
  • In Lugano, most stores are closed on Sundays and some might be closed on holydays
  • For safety reasons, due to bad weather or a water level that is too high in the lake, public navigation will be used instead of the exclusive boat
  • We are not responsible for valuables left on the bus
  • Please note that purchases over € 300 made in Switzerland require a customs stop for VAT refunds. As our tour does not include this stop, we kindly ask you to avoid purchases exceeding this amount during your free time in Lugano. We cannot be held responsible for any customs issues if this rule is not followed.
  • In case of late arrival at the meeting point and missed tour departure, NO REFUND will be possible.
  • Please be informed that in case of any road closures, the route may be reversed
  • Should we reach the required number of participants for a single group, the tour will operate in a single language rather than bilingually
  • 8:00am Lite Tour Option includes only Lugano and Bellagio (Como is not included)

Traveler reviews

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Absolute must do trip to Como, Bellagio and Lugano!

Wonderful trip, highly recommend it. Salvatore is a really friendly, knowledgeable guide and our driver Gianluca was great! The trip was very well organized, there was no waiting around for anything which was much appreciated. Salvatore gave helpful tips and recommendations everywhere we went, and we really felt this was a fantastic trip and good value for money. Como, Bellagio and Lugano are beautiful places and it’s fantastic that we got to see all three in one day - thank you!

Sabina YMay 24, 2026TRIPADVISOR

A tour for Lake Como.

A very good tour for Como, Lake Como, Bellagio e Lugano. We appreciate it.

LuisW44May 24, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Awesome trip to Como

Salvatore was an awesome guide, he tell us a lot of infos about this area, it was very interesting. I recommend him for everybody. He is very kind and helpful.

KataS219May 24, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Incredible time, worth every cent.

Wow, what an incredible and amazing day. Gani and Gio, legends. Thank you so much.

trev4byrneMay 24, 2026TRIPADVISOR

great trip

good schedule, guide is always on time and punctual

biancamJ3429YKMay 24, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Additional information

For non-European citizens PASSPORT IS MANDATORY to enter Swiss territory while for European citizens is ok the ID card. Each document must be in original (no photo). In Lugano, most stores are closed on Sundays and some might be closed on holydays For safety reasons, due to bad weather or a water level that is too high in the lake, public navigation will be used instead of the exclusive boat We are not responsible for valuables left on the bus Please note that purchases over 300€ made in Switzerland require a customs stop for VAT refunds. As our tour does not include this stop, we kindly ask you to avoid purchases exceeding this amount during your free time in Lugano. We cannot be held responsible for any customs issues if this rule is not followed. In case of late arrival at the meeting point and missed tour departure, NO REFUND will be possible.
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