Lake Como & Lugano Day Trip from Milan

From€119
9 hours
Milan, Italy

About this activity

Experience the beauty of Lake Como and Lugano on a guided day trip from Milan, including a scenic boat ride and cultural exploration.

Highlights

  • Explore picturesque Lake Como
  • Visit the charming town of Lugano
  • Enjoy a scenic boat ride on Lake Como
  • Discover the beauty of the Swiss Alps
  • Experience Italian and Swiss cultures

Full description

Discover the enchanting landscapes of Lake Como and the charming town of Lugano on this full-day excursion from Milan. Begin your journey with a comfortable round-trip transportation, then embark on a guided tour showcasing the picturesque lakeside villages, lush greenery, and stunning mountain views. Enjoy a scenic boat ride on Lake Como, offering unparalleled vistas of the surrounding area. In Lugano, immerse yourself in the unique blend of Italian and Swiss cultures, explore local shops, and savor authentic cuisine. This day trip offers a perfect blend of relaxation, adventure, and cultural exploration, making it an unforgettable experience for travelers seeking the best of both Italy and Switzerland.

Included / Excluded

  • Round-trip transportation from Milan
  • Guided tour of Lake Como and Lugano
  • Scenic boat ride on Lake Como
  • Meals and beverages

Meeting point

Start Location

Milan Visitor Center - Zani Viaggi, Largo Cairoli, 18, 20121 Milano MI, Italy

Important information

Know before you book

  • Tour operates rain or shine; dress appropriately for the weather.
  • Confirm the meeting point and departure time upon booking.
  • Ensure you have a valid passport for border crossing into Switzerland.

Know before you go

  • Wear comfortable walking shoes for exploring towns and villages.
  • Bring a camera to capture the stunning landscapes and architecture.
  • Check the weather forecast and dress accordingly for the day.

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
  • Infants Required On Laps

Good to know

  • Passport or ID card required
  • The private boat cruise could be suspended due to bad weather condition

Traveler reviews

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Lake Como with Bellagio from Milan

We got moved to the Lake Como with Bellagio trip due to not enough participants. The Lake Como tour was great! Our guides Micheal and Sarah were superb in communicating what we would see and as we were a small group of 27, we also got to stop at Como in addition to Bellagio. Even though it was over cast and rainy, our leader’s spirits were high and the trip was fun. They pointed out famous villas on the lake and explained the area with some history and gave fantastic recommendations for a delicious lunch! A long day but so filled with great memories!

tamal01Oct 21, 2025TRIPADVISOR

Horrible Tour Company

If you are reading this, it is your sign not to book this tour. The tour is a scammed. They included on the voucher that Switzerland was included, but we did not go to Switzerland and did not get some of our fees since Switzerland was not part of the tour.

Charlotte_WJun 7, 2025VIATOR

Bernina train and como lake

The tour in tge berniba train is full day for 2 hours un a train. Also st moritz is only for extreme rich people nothing special for simple citizens. Zanaggu viajes was not organized well the tour.

DomingosXApr 26, 2025TRIPADVISOR

Autumn Festival in Lugano: it deserves

I state that it was only Lugano autumn festival Saturday 5/10 . Experience I Recommendation, pleasant visit and tasting chocolate factory , rest of the day in Lugano. I will definitely do it again. I would like to add a really soft journey: Driver More’ a predestined Guide is always smiling, escort Federica: very prepared she is available x nothing intrusive, her job is very well done: very interesting proposals and tours. She : sweet with a smile worth the trip. Nobody paid me.

W4717QDdanilosOct 7, 2024TRIPADVISOR

There must be better and more value for money option than this!

The spectacular views were stunning. The rest of the tour was very disappointing. For a start, even though we thought Switzerland was included ( and it still says that above on this review request) it was not. The private boat was old and the single (tiny) bathroom provided for the packed boat was putrid, dirty and disgusting. The second boat trip was on public transport, which was only a few euros. Cost saving? The tour was advertised as being in English language. The guide was Italian and his accent was so strong that the English speaking participants could barely understand what he was saying. We missed many landmarks because of this. We were dropped off in Bellagio and Como with little information and told to return within an hour and a half. In Como, we walked a distance to the centre square, and given the name of the statue then offered a chance to see a church. Very few took the option. No information was given about what else there was to do or see except visit cafes. The tour was 11 hours. Apart from the scenery, quite boring if you didn't understand Italian.

Sue_DAug 29, 2024VIATOR

Additional information

Passport or ID card required