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.

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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.

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Days 3 - 5

We offer a selection of hikes varying in distance and difficulty from Monti Lariani, hike through the Val Sanagra Nature Reserve, hike Monte Grona and Monte Bregagnino and hike the Antica Strada Regina that was built by the Romans.
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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.

just wonderful

‘Self guided trips give me freedom and beauty in equal measure. I loved the adventure from start to finish!’

truly amazing

AENEAN LACINIA BIBENDUM NULLA SED CONSECTETUR. DONEC ID ELIT NON MI PORTA GRAVIDA AT EGET.