Lake Lugano - a taste of culture

Lugano, Switzerland

6 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Group discounts
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Explore Lugano on a full-day tour from this charming city in the Italian part of Switzerland. Take a leisurely 1-hour walk on the Olive Trail with views of Lake Lugano; visit picturesque villages; and go shopping at high-end fashion outlets. Ride by boat to the grotto restaurant; learn to make risotto for your lunch; and sample Ticino wine from local winemakers on tour suitable for most people.

See the sights and prepare risotto a lesson from the chef
Hear insightful commentary from the guide
Includes lunch and all activities
Hotel pickup and walking tour provided

What's Included

Lunch
All activities
Local guide
Hotel pickup
Private tour
Alcoholic Beverages

Gratuities

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

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Pickup details

We meet at 9:00 am at your hotel in Lugano city center.

Operating hours
.9:00 am

Itinerary

Lago Di Lugano (Pass By)

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Infant meals not included
Minimum drinking age is 18 years

Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Infants must sit on laps
Most travelers can participate
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

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Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews

5.0

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Perfect day in Lugano!

Paul_M, Oct 2023

Patricia, our guide, provided a very nice walking tour of Lugano...then enjoyed a boat ride on and around a good portion of the lake before ending up at the Grotto for the Risotto making and lunch. We had an awesome time there...food and wine were terrific. Our guide even escorted us from the boat at the end to the Funicular for going up to the top of San Salvatore mountain for views around the entire lake and area. Great day overall!

Response from Host, Nov 2023

We're delighted to hear that you had a great time with Patricia from ECHO Rails. The walking tour, boat ride, Risotto making, and lunch were all enjoyable experiences. Thank you for sharing your fantastic day with us, and we can't wait to welcome you back for more wonderful adventures!

Un día de cuento entre historia, presente, futuro y aprendizaje

anarosa_l, Dec 2022

Un día repleto de experiencias, descubrimientos de los mejores rincones de Lugano y alrededores. El guía Frencesco un 10 de 10. Educado, culto y gran experto en aspectos culturales, históricos y geográficos de Lugano y alrededores.