A Week of Swiss Food and History

Stretch Your Legs by the Lake

Lugano Private City Tour with Wine & Gelato Tasting

Discover Lugano by strolling around its beautiful streets and squares, while hearing charming stories from your guide. You'll make stops along the way to taste famous local wines, snacks, and gelato.

Ferries, Ferries, Everywhere

Lugano's region is serviced by frequent public ferries, which are free for those staying in the town's hotels with the Ticino Card (travel pass). Board a boat at Paradiso pier and cruise as far as Morcote, one of the most picturesque towns along the lake. Treat yourself to a good coffee and a local sweet, discover the historical and architectural highlights of the place, and continue to Gandria, the area's other pearl. Choose a grotto for your lunch, embrace the atmosphere, and enjoy fresh lake breeze.

Three Castles of Bellinzona Private Half-Day Hike

A UNESCO World Heritage site, the three magnificent castles of Bellinzona and their connecting walls are the only examples of defensive military architecture dating back to the Middle Ages that still exist in the area. Get ready for captivating castles, stunning views, interesting stories, and some hiking to conquer the constructions.

Food and Wine of Lugano Private Tour

This guided tour through Lugano's historic center includes several stops so you can enjoy regional specialties, including Merlot wine. Along the way, you'll learn anecdotes behind famous and more hidden parts of this pearl of a city. Every stop is a unique place, selected for its history and traditions. Along the way, you'll fill your stomach, enjoying enough food and drink to replace a meal, making for a perfect combination of history, architecture, lifestyle, and gastronomy.

Lake Cruise and Cook in the Grotto Private Experience

After an evocative cruise on Lake Lugano, you will stop on the opposite shore to enjoy an aperitif on a terrace with a marvelous view of the city. You will then have a hands-on experience cooking typical Ticino-style risotto with help from your guide or a chef. Throughout the experience, your guide will share fascinating stories about the city, its people, and its cuisine.

Lugano Private City Tour with Wine & Gelato Tasting

Discover Lugano by strolling around its beautiful streets and squares, while hearing charming stories from your guide. You'll make stops along the way to taste famous local wines, snacks, and gelato.

Lucerne Private Walking Tour

Discover the fascinating abundant heritage of Lucerne. Simply being there gives the feeling of being trapped in time, but strolling the streets and hearing true medieval stories from a local guide will definitely take you back to the 14th and 15th centuries. Eager to hear some recent history, art and culture? Your private guide is on top of these topics as well.

Golden Mt. Pilatus

From May to October, embark on the Golden Round Trip to Mt. Pilatus, a spectacular journey that combines five different modes of transport in a single day. Begin with a boat ride from Lucerne, followed by a thrilling ascent on the world’s steepest cogwheel railway. Once you reach the summit, take in breathtaking views and enjoy refreshments on the panoramic terrace or at one of the cozy restaurants. For the return trip, glide down with the "Dragon Ride" aerial cableway to Fräkmüntegg, then take a gondola to Kriens. Complete your adventure by riding the modern trolley bus back to Lucerne, making for a seamless and memorable circular journey. Be sure to check the availability dates for this incredible experience.

Be Trendy, Go Local

Every iconic place has its intriguing past, and Lucerne's trendy Bruch neighborhood is no exception. Once the site of a bustling cattle market from 1912 to 1971, Bruchstrasse was known for its lively trading and less-than-pleasant conditions. The market's closure marked a transformation, and today, Bruch is celebrated for its chic shops, vibrant restaurants, cozy cafés, lively bars, and eclectic art galleries. Just 2 km (1.25 miles) from the city center, you'll also find the Neubad Cultural Center, a unique venue housed in a repurposed indoor pool. Open Tuesday to Sunday from 9:00 AM, Neubad offers a mix of bistro dining, a bar, and a concert and music hall within its original pool space.

Enjoy the High Ground

Although Zurich is not the capital of Switzerland, it serves as the country’s industrial, financial, and cultural hub. The city also offers a wealth of sights and activities that rival those of other cities. On your first day, we recommend exploring the Old Town, selecting a few restaurants for later, and then heading up to Lindenhof. From there, you can enjoy a stunning panoramic view of the city, the Limmat River, and the surrounding hills. Afterward, return to the city center to indulge in some culinary delights.

Zurich Private Walking Tour

Grab the opportunity to discover Zurich with a private guide, exploring the city and your related interests at your preferred pace. Visit the major sights or ask for special route and sights so you can get a glimpse behind the scenes, or just rely on your professional local guide, who will undoubtedly ease your appetite for history tidbits, spoil your eyes with architectural highlights, and answer all your questions about Zurich.

A Market Under a Viaduct

Zurich has plenty of shopping to offer. From luxurious design and "haute couture" to locally made goods and vintage finds. For a truly local shopping experience, though, stroll down "Viaduktstrasse", literally the street of the viaduct, where you'll find some peculiar shops and bars under the giant arches of this enormous structure. This is the so-called "Viaduct Market," and this shopping spot has locally designed and produced clothing that is good for any outdoor activities you may be planning on. It also has a fashion workshop run by a community of designers devoted to supporting young talent. Beyond clothing, you can find excellent local and international cuisine and plenty of memorable ways to decorate your home.