Guided Half-Day Excursion to Morcote with Panoramic Cruise From Lugano
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Lugano
Embark on a half-day excursion from Lugano to Morcote, Switzerland's Most Beautiful Village. Enjoy a scenic boat cruise and explore the charming narrow streets and architectural wonders of Morcote.
Duration:
5 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Lake Lugano - For centuries, Lake Lugano has been a magnet for tourists, attracting visitors from all over the world. The lake is criss-crossed by boats and ferries throughout the year but in summer the lake becomes a stunning arena for a whole host of leisure activities.
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Morcote - This peaceful village on the lakeshore, once entirely devoted to fishing, is the winner of the contest for “the most beautiful village in Switzerland”.
The artistic, cultural and architectural points of interest are: the Church of Santa Maria del Sasso in Rennaissance Baroque style, the suggestive terraced cemetery, the monumental stairs made up of 404 steps and The Captain’s Tower. Nature lovers, on the other hand, can immerse themselves in the Scherrer Park where an impressive world of subtropical flora is waiting to be discovered. In this park, that offers many examples of different architectural styles, you’ll have the opportunity of taking an exciting trip through time and space in a world where past and present, history and nature blend harmoniously.
What's Included
- Scenic round-trip boat tour from Lugano to Morcote and back.
- Expert-led guided tour of Morcote’s charming attractions.
What's Not Included
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional Information
From the picturesque town of Lugano, an enchanting boat journey transports you to the historic fishing hamlet of Morcote, which proudly holds the honor of being Switzerland’s Most Beautiful Village in 2016. Its captivating narrow lanes, the colonnades of aged noble dwellings, prestigious architectural landmarks, and rich subtropical plant life have earned Morcote the nickname of ‘Pearl of Ceresio’. After immersing yourself in this small slice of heaven, the boat would be standing by for your return trip to Lugano.
- Return by boat at 6:05 pm from Morcote arriving in Lugano at 7:10 pm.
Location
Via Massimiliano Magatti 6
Via Massimiliano Magatti
Meet your guide at 1.30 pm at Info Point Lugano Region, Via Magatti 6, Lugano
Return by boat at 6:05 pm from Morcote arriving in Lugano at 7:10 pm.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Ninog325
Aug 2, 2023
Charming and picturesque time town - Taking a half day guided tour to Morcote is absolutely worth the trip. The town is such a charming and picturesque tiny Switzerland town. Do expect to walk up flights of stairs.
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