City Break Lugano – Mediterranean Paradise

The Swiss sunshine capital of Lugano will seduce you with its Mediterranean charm and plenty of "dolce vita". Let yourself be enchanted by the winding alleyways of the old town as you stroll through the boutiques. Whether on a private food and wine tour, an excursion to Monte Generoso or a leisurely boat trip to romantic Gandria – Let your heart be captured during your short Lugano city break.

4 days / 3 nights

from CHF 600

Planning

A beautiful lakeside landscape with houses on the slope and a mountain in the background.

Planning

Highlights

Mediterranean feeling in Lugano
Boat cruise to Gandria, the romantic fishing village on the Italian border
"Dolce Vita" on the shores of Lugano Lake
The panoramic mountain of Ticino – Monte Generoso
Culinary delights with wine and delicacies from the region

A city lies next to a large, mountain-surrounded lake under a blue sky.

A beautiful lakeside scene with colorful houses on the shore and a ship on the water.

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Itinerary

Overview

Day 1 Arrival in Lugano
Day 2 Boat trip on Lake Lugano and guided aperitif tour
Day 3 Excursion to Monte Generoso
Day 4 Return journey from Lugano

Map of Switzerland with the itinerary Lugano – Mediterranean Paradise

Day 1

Arrival in Lugano

Itinerary

You travel by public transport from your starting point in Switzerland to Lugano.

Overnight stay in Lugano

Day 2

Boat trip on Lake Lugano and guided aperitif tour

Itinerary

Enjoy a boat trip across Lake Lugano to Gandria in the morning. In the afternoon, meet your private tour guide for a city tour of Lugano and a wine tasting session.

Overnight stay in Lugano

Day 3

Excursion to Monte Generoso

Itinerary

Take the train to Capolago - Riva S. Vitale. From there, the cogwheel railway will take you up Monte Generoso. Enjoy the beautiful mountain scenery along the way.

Overnight stay in Lugano

Day 4