Lugano, Bellagio Experience from Como with Enchanting Boat Cruise
Description
Discover the enchanting lakes and villages of Switzerland and Italy! Your journey begins with a captivating cruise aboard a public boat, heading towards Bellagio, also known as the “Pearl of Lake Como.” This leisurely cruise provides a unique perspective of Lake Como, showcasing its stunning harmony of nature and architecture. Along the way, you can admire the charming lakeside towns, lush gardens, and elegant villas that line the shores. Once in Bellagio, enjoy the peaceful town, stroll through its streets, and take a break for lunch at a local restaurant. The tour then proceeds to the charming village of Cadenabbia, from there you'll travel by comfortable coach to the Swiss town of Lugano. Enjoy some free time to explore its scenic city center, where you can discover local shops and taste authentic Swiss chocolate.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Como City
Lake Como Cruise
Bellagio
Cadenabbia
Lugano City. PASSPORT MANDATORY (nor a photo , not a copy)
Lugano Lake
Highlights
What's included
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- For non-European citizens PASSPORT IS MANDATORY to enter Swiss territory while for European citizens is ok the ID card. Each document must be in original (no photo).
- In Lugano, most stores are closed on Sundays and some might be closed on holydays
- For safety reasons, due to bad weather or a water level that is too high in the lake, public navigation will be used instead of the exclusive boat
- We are not responsible for valuables left on the bus
- Please note that purchases over 300€ made in Switzerland require a customs stop for VAT refunds. As our tour does not include this stop, we kindly ask you to avoid purchases exceeding this amount during your free time in Lugano. We cannot be held responsible for any customs issues if this rule is not followed.
- Please be informed that in case of any road closures, the route may be reversed in the summer period.
- Should we reach the required number of participants for a single group, the tour will operate in a single language rather than bilingually
- This tour uses public boat services, so free time at each destination may slightly vary due to schedules, traffic, or other circumstances beyond our control.
Reviews(597)
I had initially intended to see the Como lake by myself. However taking into account I could only go for a day, I chose to take a guided tour. I am so pleased I did as I saw much more than I could have arranged myself. Our guide was Andrea who knew much of the history of the region, which he delivered in an engaging and interesting way. He was keen to ensure that we enjoyed our day.
Andrea is a man of his trade, who loves what he does and does what he loves, very positive, determined to make everyone enjoy what they hear and see. He made this day special for us, we sincerely thank him for that. The company is lucky to have such an employee.
Andrea was the ultimate tour guide, knowledgeable, entertaining and organised. He has his tour first on the boats, knew where to head to get seats and even organised lunch at a local restaurant.
An amazing experience and an unforgettable guide with Andrea. He was SO funny, friendly and took care of us throughout the experience.
Excellent experience. We were a group of 11 & Andrea was great. He looked after us all & was very informative throughout the journey.
Due to car trouble we are stranded in Como. An emergency service picked us up and took us to the IBIS hotel in Como. The car was taken to a garage. The staff was very welcoming and has helped us excellently with communication with the garage. We are very satisfied.
Our tour guide was very nice and we enjoyed his guidance, but the overall tour was less than we expected and a bit disappointing. Was not much time in Lugano and Bellagio and the boat ride home was horrible. We thought we were taking a private boat with up to 50 people., but it was a public ferry with hundreds of people. There was not enough room to sit together so we did not get the audio guide on the return. We were also sitting in the sun for almost 2 hours while the ferry stopped at eight different drop off and pick up points. If you expect the use of public transportation, you will be fine. Otherwise you may have issues.
Dear Joshua, Thank you for your feedback and for your kind words regarding our tour guide. We would like to clarify a few important aspects of the tour itinerary to set the record straight: Tour Description & Transport: The product page explicitly states prior to booking that the stop in Lugano is approximately 1 hour and that the lake transport utilizes the public ferry system. We always encourage guests to carefully review the published details before purchasing so expectations align with the itinerary. The Public Boat Route & Views: The public boat line is specifically chosen because it is the only service permitted to navigate the entire length of Lake Como from Bellagio back to Como. A private boat cannot replicate this unique, comprehensive route, which offers unmatched views of historic villas (including Villa Oleandra), picturesque harbors, and coastal villages. Public Seating & Audio: As with any public ferry service, seating is on a first-come, first-served basis, and peak departures can be busy. However, the open-air positioning and scenic stops at the various towns are part of the authentic Lake Como transit experience. We appreciate your review, as it helps future travelers better understand the precise format of this excursion. Best regards, Davide
Not what we expected. Expected day on water and more than one stop. Two bus trips and a ferry to Bellagio and ferry back to Como.
Dear Client, Thank you for sharing your feedback. We would like to clarify a few details regarding the structure of our itinerary: Transit to Lugano: Lugano is located in Switzerland and is separated from Lake Como by land. As there is no direct waterway connecting Como to Lugano, coach transportation is geographically necessary to reach the city. Boat Cruise & Timing: During this 8-hour excursion, guests enjoy a 2-hour boat cruise that covers the main highlights of Lake Como, alongside guided visits to both Lugano and Bellagio. Transparency: The complete itinerary, including the step-by-step timings and transportation details (bus and ferry legs), is clearly outlined on our product page prior to booking so guests know exactly what to expect. We hope this helps clarify the structure of the tour, and we thank you again for your visit. Best regards, Davide
Andrea is a great guide! Funny and knowledgeable
Excellent tour, great value for the money!!!
