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Food and drink Lugano, Switzerland

Lake Lugano - a taste of culture

5.0 (6 reviews) 6 hours Free cancellation Private tour
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Lake Lugano - a taste of culture

About this activity

Experience the essence of Italian-speaking Switzerland 

  • Easy 1 hour walk on the Olive Trail with the best views of Lake Lugano
  • Hear about Lugano's amazing history while browsing in high-end fashion outlets with a backdrop of gorgeous scenery
  • Taste local food and wine 
  • Refresh yourself at a quaint village where the buildings hang off the side of the mountain
  • Take a boat cruise to your “grotto” lunch spot and make your own “classic risotto” under instruction from a master chef
  • Taste local Ticino wine produced by local winemakers from the vineyards around Lugano. and the region
Half-day Tours Private and Luxury Private Sightseeing Tours Water Tours Short term availability Weather Dependent - Moderate

At a glance

Duration
6 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Your group only
People per booking
1–8
Guide
English, Italian
Operated by
ECHO Rails & Trails

Ages: Infants (0–5 years) · Children (6–15 years) · Adults (16–99 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Local guide
  • Included: Private tour
  • Included: Alcoholic Beverages
  • Included: Lunch
  • Included: Hotel pickup
  • Included: All activities

Not included

  • Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

  1. Lago Di Lugano

    Passing by

    Enjoy beautiful views of Lugano and surroundings.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

  • Hotel Ceresio Lugano
  • Hotel Acquarello
  • Hotel Zurigo Downtown
  • Hotel Federale
  • Hotel San Carlo
  • Hotel Colorado Lugano
  • B5 Boutique Hotel
  • Hotel Pestalozzi Lugano
  • Villa Sassa
  • Hotel Besso Lugano
  • Hotel Walter au Lac
  • Hotel International Au Lac - Historic & Lakeside

and 3 more pickup points

We meet at 9:30 am at your hotel in Lugano city center.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%

Good to know

  • Service animals allowed

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

  • Children must be accompanied by an adult

  • Infant meals not included

  • Minimum drinking age is 18 years

Traveller ratings

5.0 out of 5 · 6 reviews
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Lake Lugano - a taste of culture

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