Lombardy – Lakes Como & Lugano
8 day Self-Guided walking tour from Italy to Switzerland
The beautiful Lake Como and Lake Lugano have been a popular holiday destination since Roman times, evidenced by the array of lavish villa and sumptuous gardens which line their shores. There is an array of walking trails exploring the forested valleys, mountain tops and traditional villages which have retained their unique character. This 6 day walking programme takes in the highlights of the Monti Lariani and the Ticino mountains and offers you a selection of hikes varying in length and difficulty.
Key information
April to October
8 days
Moderate
Fly to: Milan
Self Guided
3 & 4 star hotels
Luggage transfers
At A Glance
Two countries, two spectacular locations.
Days 1 - 2
Arriving in the lake side village of Menaggio with time to enjoy the rugged mountains. You hike the ‘Sentiero del Viandante; the Wayfarer’s path, experiencing a rich and cultural landscape before returning by boat. There is also time to visit the beautiful gardens of Tremezzo and Villa Melzi in Bellagio.
Days 3 - 5
Days 6 - 8
Transferring to Cavargna hiking on the border of Italy and Switzerland. A superbly panoramic path leads you through woods and meadows to reach Porlezza where you spend the next two nights. Your final hiking option is above Lugano lake encompassing forest, waterfalls and tiny villages finishing in San Mamete. Enjoy a delicious farewell meal before departing the next morning.
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Need To Know
Accommodation
5 x nights in a 3 or 4 star hotel in Menaggio directly on the lake side with swimming pool.
2 x nights in a 3 star family run hotel with great panoramic views in Porlezza Sauna and Relaxing area.
Additional night can be added at request.
What’s included
All accommodation
All breakfasts
We provide a baggage transfer
Guides
This is a self guided trip. The freedom of a self guided trip is something that once experienced, is sought time and time again!
With a self guide trip you need to be comfortable with map reading, following route notes and having a good sense of direction. Sometimes route finding, losing your way, finding it again and asking locals for help is all part of the adventure. If its your first time , after a couple of days you will get the hang of it and find a rhythm to your day.
Booking and Price
Cost: pp €
01/4/2023 – 26/4/2023 Double / twin with Lake view €910
Single without Lake view €1234
Triple with Lake view €817
27/4/2023 – 27/5/2023 Double / twin with Lake view €964
Single without Lake view €1234
Triple with Lake view €869
28/5/2023 – 30/9/2023 Double / twin with Lake view €1069
Single without Lake view €1339
Triple with Lake view €974
01/10/2023 – 25/10/2023 Double / twin with Lake view €910
Single without Lake view €1170
Triple with Lake view €817
Cheaper option are available for double / twin and triple rooms without a lake view.
We manage every booking independently to ensure attention to detail and provide a personalised service.