Full Day Lake Como, Bellagio, and Lugano from Milan Tour

Just when you think you’ve absorbed all the beauty, it’s time to set sail on Lake Como to discover the region’s quaint villages and rolling mountains. Grab a drink from the onboard restaurant, keep your eye out for Hollywood film locations and celebrity houses, and snap iconic photos, as all too soon, it’ll be time to board your coach back to Milan.

Full Day Lake Como, Bellagio, and Lugano from Milan Tour Description

Your 10-hour tour includes:

• Tickets for the Lake Como cruise

• Expert, English-speaking guide

• Transfers in a comfortable, air-conditioned bus

• Free time to admire ​​Santa Maria degli Angioli Church

• Time to wander at your leisure in Lugano and Bellagio

• Audio headsets to ensure you can always hear your guide

Milan to Lugano

Brimming with excitement for the day ahead, you'll meet your guide and fellow group members at Milan's Porta Garibaldi Train Station early in the morning. Shortly after 8:30 am, once everyone is settled into their seats in a comfortable air-conditioned coach, you'll weave your way out of Milan just as it wakes up around you and set your sights on Switzerland.

The hour-long drive to Lugano will quickly pass as you enjoy picturesque views and listen as your guide shares stories about the many celebrities who frequent this charming town, lured by its sweeping vistas and the allure of exclusive shopping.

Once you've arrived in Lugano, aptly named the "Monte Carlo of Switzerland," you'll have free time to explore at your leisure. Opt to grab a piping hot coffee at one of the charming cafés, and be sure to head inside a few of the many boutique shops, which are full of rich Swiss chocolate and fine goods. Art and architecture enthusiasts should also head inside the Santa Maria degli Angioli Church to admire the magnificent 'Passion and Crucifixion' fresco, created by Da Vinci's apprentice, Bernardino Luini.

Explore Bellagio

At a pre-designated time, reunite with your group at the coach, ready for a picturesque journey to Bellagio. Once there, set out on a self-guided tour. For insider tips on the best dining spots, vistas, shops, or tucked-away treasures, your guide is a wealth of knowledge. Or, simply wander along the cobbled lanes and see what little-known wonders you can uncover. Either way, there’s no doubt the best way to experience Bellagio’s refreshing alpine air and elegant atmosphere is on foot or with a coffee in hand.

Cruise Lake Como

After exploring Bellagio and admiring the turquoise waters of Lake Como from shore, you’ll be ready to leave land behind and embark on a scenic cruise. Depending on the season, you’ll experience either a 2-hour cruise (April to October) or a 50-minute cruise (November - March), both of which give you ample time to spot iconic villas from films like Star Wars and James Bond and the much-talked-about residence of George Clooney.

Throughout the cruise, you can also head to the onboard restaurant to grab yourself a snack and refreshing drink. But all too soon, you’ll have arrived back on the shore of Lake Como, where your bus will be waiting to transfer you back to Milan.

From March 18th, 2024, the ferry cruise will be replaced by a 1 hour private boat trip