Discover the enchanting Lake como and Lugano from Lake Como

7 hours and 30 minutes

Moderate

Spend an entire day on the shores of two wonderful and romantic lakes located right at the foot of the Alps!

Start your excursion in the company of an expert tour guide in Como, the city that hosts one of the most famous lakes in Italy and discover all the secrets of Lombardy’s hidden gem and its wonderful lake.

Follow your guide on a walk through the historic center of the city which stretches directly on the lakefront, prettily surrounded by greenery. Your guide will make sure you won’t miss any of the city’s major attractions and he will show you the most famous shops as well as the prettiest windows of Como. One thing is for sure: you will certainly not be able to leave without having bought something!

Then move to the shores of Lake Como where you will find yourself immersed in a decidedly romantic, almost magical atmosphere. Take a deep breath of the fresh alpine air and free yourself from the stress of your everyday life. The famous lake has always been the backdrop to numerous love poems and has inspired poets and writers from all over the world thanks to its irresistible charm - after this tour, you’ll understand why!

Get ready for the highlight of the tour, an exciting and romantic cruise on the clear waters of the lake. Let your thoughts flow while feeling the swing of the boat and enjoy the surrounding landscape by observing the wonderful play of colors that it offers.

Your Gran Turismo bus will then transport you comfortably around the lake to discover the noble villas that adorn the coast of the lake through a panoramic tour right on the banks that will leave you speechless.

Crossing the Como Alps, you will then arrive in Lugano, on the border with Switzerland, an international and cosmopolitan city in constant evolution.

In this beautiful town that is popular among visitors from all over the world, you should not miss the chance to indulge in some local culinary delicacies. The offer is huge and you can choose among the various inviting restaurants, all perfectly combining the Italian and the Swiss cuisine, the one that attracts you the most. Once comfortably seated in front of a typical Lombard dish such as polenta, you will love the city and this special day even more!

After lunch, take some time to stroll along the picturesque shores of Lake Lugano and then get ready to enter the city center. Admire the bright windows of Via Nassa which offer everything from luxury items and expensive jewelry to antiques. Lugano is more than famous for luxury shopping and this street, beautifully stretching along the shores of the Lake, has become one of the symbols of the city. It can look back on a long and eventful history: in ancient times, it was the place where women wove the fishermen's canvas, today it has become the fashionable shopping street. Passing by all the prettily decorated windows, it is close to impossible not to indulge in a little shopping!

Your excursion will end right in Lugano. With a head full of beautiful memories of a an unforgettable day, you will then take the train to return to the Como San Giovanni railway station.

What's included?
    • Roundtrip transportation by fully fitted GT coach
    • Expert tour guide
    • Guided tour of Como
    • Free time for shopping in Como and Lugano
    • Cruise on the waters of Lake Como
    • Panoramic bus tour on the shores of the lake
    • Return train tickets from Lugano to Como San Giovanni station
    Exclusions
      • Hotel pickup and drop-off
      • Food and drinks
      • Gratuities
      Please note
      • Stroller / pram accessible
      • Public transportation nearby
      • Comfortable shoes are recommended
      • Please note that the given order of the visits may change
      What to bring
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