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Hidden Stories of Gandria Lugano

5.0 (18 reviews) one hour Free cancellation Private tour
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Hidden Stories of Gandria Lugano

About this activity

Book a fascinating cultural and historical tour through the picturesque alleys of Gandria (Lugano), a beautiful, lakeside Swiss village right on the Italian border. You will discover hidden stories across many centuries from a passionate storyteller who has lived here for 20+ years. Many tourists only know Gandria as a "fishing village". After your guided tour, you will have much deeper knowledge that makes the past and the present of this magic place come alive!

Private and Luxury Private Sightseeing Tours Cultural Tours Historical Tours Walking Tours Adventure Tours Short term availability Weather Dependent - Moderate

At a glance

Duration
one hour
Confirmation
Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Your group only
People per booking
1–15
Guide
German, English
Operated by
Gandria Tours

Ages: Infants (0–2 years) · Children (3–15 years) · Adults (16–90 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: English and German Guides
  • Included: There are no entrance fees to sites visited on the tour

Not included

  • Not included: Bottled water

Itinerary

  1. Gandria

    one hour

    1. Archeological signs of ancient Celts (400 BC)

    2. Artist Fritz Meijer's house

    3. Site where movie "The Last Chance" (1945) was filmed

    4. Beautiful baroque Church of St. Vigilio (1463)

    5. Gandria's special location on Italian border

    6. Explanation about "Cellars of Gandria" and Swiss custom's house across the lake

    7. Casa Communale (town hall)

    8. Pass by typical restaurants and boat dock

    9. Filanda silk factory

    10. Exterior of house of famous architect Vigilio Rabaglio

    These are just some of the highlights. There are many more stories and insights, based on 20+ years of living here, woven into the tour. And participants benefit from images, movie clips and songs on the guide's iPad that bring the history and culture of this picturesque village to life.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • Tours start at the entrance of the Church of St. Vigilio in the center of the village of Gandria (part of greater Lugano)

End point

  • Tours start at the entrance of the Church of St. Vigilio in the center of the village of Gandria (part of greater Lugano)

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel You get back
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  • The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

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

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Traveller ratings

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