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Small-Group Lake Como & Lugano: 2 Countries in 1 Day, Boat Cruise

By Abroads Tours
10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is €119 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 11h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation

Overview

The perfect day on Lake Como — and across the border into Switzerland — without planning a single detail.

You reach the lake in 40 minutes from Milan Central, on the fastest train with seats secured for the whole group. Then by boat and on foot to Torno or Cernobbio, two hours of free time in Como, and an afternoon across the border in Lugano: Swiss chocolate, a lakeside coffee, and in summer a swim in the clear alpine water.

Your top-rated local guide handles every train, ticket, and connection — including the return trip, boarded where the train is still empty so you're seated before it fills up. No driving, no planning, no chasing trains. Just one perfect day, two countries, handled for you.

Activity location

  • Como
    • Como, Italy

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Centrale Fs
    • Piazza Duca d'Aosta
    • 20124, Milano, Lombardia, Italy

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Small group: Lake Como, Lugano

  • Activity duration is 11 hours11h
    11h
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 08:00
Price details
€139.00 x 1 Adult€139.00
Total
Price is €139.00

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Funicular ride from Lugano train station to city centre
  • What's includedWhat's included
    1-hour Lake Como boat cruise with preebooked tickets
  • What's includedWhat's included
    English-speaking local guide
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Free time in Como & Lugano
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Swiss train & Como lake ferry tickets included
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Optional
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Lunch

Know before you book

  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travellers
  • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travellers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • MEETING TIME: 08:15 at the square in front of the train station
  • This tour involves walking on stairs, uneven surfaces, and cobblestone streets. Children should be comfortable walking independently.
  • Please remember to bring your original passport (or National ID card for EU citizens). This is required for our international border crossing into Switzerland.
  • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
  • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

Activity itinerary

Como

  • 2h 20m
Discover the charming town of Como, one of the oldest towns on Lake Como. Walk through the historic centre with your guide, learn about the town’s rich past, and hear stories about famous local families, artists, and celebrities connected to Como. Enjoy the elegant lakefront, historic squares, and relaxed atmosphere before continuing your journey.

Villa Erba (Pass by)

Pass by Villa Erba during the boat cruise, a historic lakeside villa in Cernobbio featured in Ocean’s Twelve starring George Clooney, and in Lavazza commercials.

Villa d'Este (Pass by)

View Villa d’Este from the lake, the world-famous luxury hotel in Cernobbio that has hosted Hollywood stars like Greta Garbo, Clark Gable, Frank Sinatra, Elizabeth Taylor, and George Clooney.

Lugano

  • 2h
Discover the beautiful Swiss city of Lugano, located in the Italian-speaking region of Ticino. Surrounded by mountains and a sparkling lake, Lugano combines Swiss precision with a relaxed Mediterranean atmosphere. Enjoy plenty of free time to stroll along the lakefront, shop in the city centre, taste famous Swiss chocolate, or — during summer — take a refreshing swim in the clear waters of Lake Lugano. Learn how Switzerland became one of the most prosperous countries in the world, with insights into its history, economy, and unique way of life.

Cernobbio

  • 45m
From Como, embark on a scenic boat cruise and enjoy breathtaking views of Lake Como while passing by some of the most stunning villas along the shoreline. From the water, admire famous villas featured in Ocean’s Twelve and the elegant lakeside villa once owned by Gianni Versace — icons of luxury and international style.

Torno

  • 45m
Torno is a small pedestrian village where you can enjoy a peaceful, relaxed stroll. It is never too crowded, giving you time to slow down and experience a typical Lake Como village away from mass tourism. With its cobblestone streets and charming old houses, Torno feels like a step back in time — when daily life was closely connected to the lake, fishing, and local artisanal traditions.

Villa Le Fontanelle (Pass by)

During the boat cruise, admire Villa Le Fontanelle from the lake, the former lakeside residence of Gianni Versace. This elegant villa is one of the most iconic symbols of Lake Como’s luxury lifestyle and international glamour.

Location

Activity location

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    Como
    • Como, Italy

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Centrale Fs
    • Piazza Duca d'Aosta
    • 20124, Milano, Lombardia, Italy

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