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Guided Walk from Lugano to Gandria promoted by Lugano Region - return by boat

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Lugano, Switzerland
  • 4 to 5 hours (approx.)
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Escape the bustling city center with a walking tour through olive groves to the outlying village of Gandria, with return by boat. Meet at a convenient central location, then stroll the Sentiero dell'Olivo, taking in views of the almost Mediterranean landscape and listening as your guide shares insight into the region’s history. Explore the streets of Gandria, then relax as a boat transports you across the lake, back to Lugano.
  • Learn about the region’s history from your guide
  • Enjoy panoramic views of Lake Lugano as you stroll along the Olive Trail
  • Escape bustling Lugano and discover local village life in Gandria
  • Relax your feet after an active day with boat transfer back to Lugano

What's Included

  • Boat Trip
  • Guided Excursion to Gandria
  • Departure from Lugano Region tourist office in Via Magatti 6, Lugano at 10 am
  • Food and drinks
  • Lunch
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

  • Via Massimiliano Magatti 6, 6900 Lugano, Switzerland

    Meeting point at 10:00 am at Info Point Lugano Region, Via Magatti 6, Lugano Return by boat at 2:10 pm from Gandria arriving in Lugano at 3:00 pm.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Operating hours
.10:00 am

Itinerary

Piazza della Riforma (Pass By)

1

Parco Ciani

30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

2

The Olive Grove Trail

1 hour Admission Ticket Free

3

Centro storico Gandria

2 hours Admission Ticket Included

4

Lago Di Lugano

45 minutesAdmission Ticket Included

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • Dress smart casual and comfortable shoes
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund
  • May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
  • Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
  • Please be on time!
  • Difficulty level / walking: medium. Suggested comfortable shoes, hat and sunscreen.
  • Return by boat at 1.55 pm from Gandria (arrival at 2.40 pm in Lugano)
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

4.4
based on 16 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Beautiful lakeside walk

karen_h, Aug 2024
The guide was knowledgeable and friendly and we enjoyed the story of the path and the stories he told along the way!

Excellent guide

robbo1239, Oct 2019
This tour was great value. Our guide had exceptional knowledge on the area and its history, a tour well worth doing.

Response from Host, Mar 2020

Buongiorno, Grazie mille! Thanks for your kind words. We look forward to seeing you again in our wonderful Region.

Am meisten hat uns...

Ashty_K, Jul 2022
Am meisten hat uns gefallen, die Gebäude von dieses Dorf sowie das Natur und das See. Das Essen dort war auch sehr lecker.

Response from Host, Sep 2022

Buongiorno, Vielen Dank, dass Sie Ihre Erfahrungen mit uns geteilt haben. Wir hoffen, Sie bald in unserer Region begrüßen zu dürfen. Cari saluti da Lugano.

Schöne Tour, aber auch anstrengend.

Brigitte_B, Jul 2022
Insgesamt eine schöne Tour, die auch direkt im Tourist Information von Lugano gebucht werden kann. Der Guide ist sehr nett, geht auf alle Fragen ein und paßt das Tempo entsprechend der Gruppe an. Es werden schöne Plätze vom Park Luganos bis Gandria gezeigt. Allerdings wird der zeitliche Verlauf und die Streckenlänge vorher nicht richtig vermittelt. Uns war die Tour (10.00-15.00 Uhr) schon zu lang. Unbedingt feste geschlossene Schuhe anziehen. Ansonsten sehr empfehlenswert!

Response from Host, Jul 2022

Buongiorno Brigitte, vielen Dank für Ihr freundliches Feedback. Alle Kommentare unserer Gäste sind uns sehr wichtig um unsere Angebote zu verbessern. Wir hoffen Sie wieder in der Region begrüssen zu dürfen und verbleiben mit den besten Grüssen aus Lugano.

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up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

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