Day Trips from Milan to Lugano

See the best of Switzerland and Italy on a day trip to Lugano and Lake Como from Milan. Led by a local guide, cruise Lake Como on a sightseeing boat while you keep your eyes peeled for celebrity villas. Then, make a stop in Bellagio, known as the 'pearl of Lake Como.' Continue into Switzerland, where you enjoy some free time to soak up the sights in Lugano. Check out the lakeside views or shop for Swiss chocolate before heading back to Milan.

Visit two countries and two celebrated lakes during this full-day excursion to Italy's Lake Como and Switzerland's Lugano. Departing from Milan, travel comfortably by bus. Enjoy a guided walking tour of Como's historic center and free time to discover Lugano on your own. Tours also include a lakeside cruise and stops in Bellagio. During the panoramic cruise, take your time to look around and see the harmony between nature and architecture. Drift past villas with their beauteous gardens amongst untouched nature.

Go beyond Milan to discover a world of Swiss-Italian mountains and meadows from the seat of the red Bernina Express train. Known as one of the world’s most scenic train journeys complete with ice fields and waterfalls, the Bernina Express is a bucket list trip but the logistics can be tricky. This day trip makes it easy, packaging coach transport from Milan with a round-trip Bernina Express ticket from Tirano to glitzy St. Moritz. You even get a lunch stop in the cuisine-rich Valtellina region.

Get to the lovely Lake Como and Lugano from Milan on this tour, which offers the opportunity for a cruise across the lake. For two hours, appreciate the view from the boat from the still water. Visit the Como Cathedral, then cross the lake. Look at the villas and chalets, then enter Switzerland to explore the city of Lugano.

See two different countries in just 1 day Taste the renowned Swiss chocolate Explore Bellagio from a unique perspective A splendid cruise on Lake Como

Let yourself be enchanted by a wonderful panorama, visit two countries and two lakes with this full day excursion. The English-speaking assistant will escort you and will give you informative commentary, you will enjoy an amazing experience!

Explore the city of Como, cruise Lake Como, and discover the stylish Swiss town of Lugano, all without risking life and limb in Milanese traffic. Traveling with a guide on an air-conditioned coach direct from your hotel, see sights including the Cathedral of Como, Casino Lugano, and Via Nassa. There’s time to explore independently, choose a spot for lunch, and perhaps do a little shopping.

a unique journey between Italy and Switzerland, two surprising cities, the most famous village on the lake, a splendid cruise

Como is an elegant and vital town: its center is always animated all year round. Its lakeside charm and the sophisticated beauty, the panoramas as far as the eye can see from Brunate, the enchanting villas overlooking the lake make it a very popular destination. Wonder around the city center,enjoying the highlights of the town with your tour guide that you will meet directly on spot and who will accompany you for the rest of your day. Lugano - the largest city in the Ticino holiday region, as well as being an important congress, banking and business center in Switzerland, is the city of parks and flower gardens, villas and of religious buildings. A stop for lunch is included during the day. ( at your own expense )