• DESCRIPTION

    LIVING BY LAKES & RIVERS
    TRANQUILITY AND INSPIRATION

    Tranquil and scenic with water-views, parks and landscaped greenery, lakes and rivers set the tone for you. Spending a few days of vacation by the lake and rivers are extraordinary adventure because of the magnificent panoramic views it offers. The lakes and river vacations offer splendid panoramas in all seasons. A beautiful sunset on a lake or river shores are the first shows not to be missed. In the summer, many water sports activities are proposed as well as cruises to discover the lake shores, the ports, the flora and fauna and pretty villages with rich and rare heritages. A long hike, a fishing rod, or an empty Adirondack chair – vacation by the lakes or river houses are perfect for your next family vacation.

    Lugano is paradise for those who wish to live in the mountains or by the beautiful lakeside luxury hotels and villas, to enjoy winter sports and take advantage of the lake for recreational fun in the summertime. Lake Lugano is shared by Switzerland and Italy and the area around this glacier lake is infused with a mix of Swiss sophistication and Italian passion. You will never get tired of admiring the reflection of the trees in the lake’s calm waters.

  • Inclusions

    7 nights stay at 5 star hotel,
    Daily breakfast,
    Return train Lugano station private transfers,
    First class Swiss Travel (Pass valid for 8 days which includes free travel with train, bus and boat including premium
    panoramic trains and public transport in 75 cities and 50% discount ticket for most of the mountain trains, buses & boats.)

  • Day 1

    Arrival Zurich – Lugano
    Upon arrival at Zurich airport, experience the Swiss train scenic journey to Lugano on a 1st class, where your driver will be picking you up in Lugano station and drop you off at The Grand Hotel Villa Castagnola, admired for its tranquil atmosphere, elegance and discreet and friendly service. It is surrounded by its large subtropical garden on the shore of Lake Lugano.
    After check in at hotel, spend your next 6 nights away from the stresses of modern life and an ideal environment to relax and unwind.

    Overnight at Lugano hotel.

    Day 2

    Lugano
    Breakfast at hotel. Day at leisure
    Choose from the multitude of recreational activities and services provided by the Hotel: Indoor swimming pool open to the park, wellness area with: sauna & bio-sauna, calidarium & steam bath, fitness, hydropool, Clarins beauty corner, Danilo hairstyling, private lido (sundeck terrace on the lake), clay tennis court

    Overnight at Lugano hotel.
    Meals: Breakfast

    Day 3

    Lugano
    Breakfast at hotel. Day at leisure
    Due to the region’s beautiful climate, sporting activities are plentiful. Within easy reach, and just over the border in Italy, are some of the best golf courses in Europe – 70 golf courses within 70km offer everything that golf enthusiasts could possibly desire. If golf isn’t your game, there are many other possibilities: Water Sports, Extreme Sports, Horse riding, Go-karting, Bowling, etc.

    Overnight at Lugano hotel.
    Meals: Breakfast

    Day 4

    Lugano
    Breakfast at hotel. Day at leisure
    Try out various wellness and beauty programs/sessions offered within the hotel like facial treatment, body treatments, body massages, peeling and body wraps and many more.

    Overnight at Lugano hotel.
    Meals: Breakfast

    Day 5

    Lugano
    Breakfast at hotel. Day at leisure
    Explore the lake city at your own or choose optional private city tour. With Swiss Travel pass explore all the major tourist/scenic attractions at your own pace, visit places like Luzern, Engelberg, Swissminiature in Melide or visit FoxTown factory stores in Mendrisio.

    Overnight at Lugano hotel.
    Meals: Breakfast

    Day 6

    Lugano
    Breakfast at hotel. Day at leisure
    You can spend your day on a boat trip by hiring one boat or join Lake Lugano boat trip. The beautiful blue lake surrounded by green mountains offers very attractive scenic boat trips. The remarkable shaped lake offers different views around every corner. About 2/3 is Swiss territory, the rest is Italian; an international boat trip is one of many options.

    Overnight at Lugano hotel.
    Meals: Breakfast

    Day 7

    Lugano
    After breakfast, check out from hotel and transfer to Lugano Train Station, depart to Zurich using Swiss travel pass for your return flight (connecting travel arrangements to and from Lugano can be tailored to suit your exact needs.).

    Meals: Breakfast

    Tour Ends

  • EXCLUSION

    Airfare
    Visa
    Optional tours, excursions and activities.
    Travel Insurance
    All other services not mentioned under ‘Inclusions’

  • TERMS & CONDITIONS

    *Prices mentioned is starting from, per person based on 2 persons travelling together and sharing twin/double room, subject to seasonal surcharges and availability.

    ITL World reserve the right to amend the prices in case of currency fluctuations, changes in rates of exchange, and/or fuel costs, special or high season charges and hike in the airline/hotel/rail/land transportation charges before the date of departure.

    For convenience of passengers and / or feasibility of operations, ITL World or their service providers may sometimes amend the itinerary.

    International hotel check in time is between 2pm and 3pm and check out time is between 11am and 12pm. (Exceptions apply). Early check in and or late check-out is subject to availability of rooms and may be chargeable.

    It is the responsibility of the passengers to ensure they hold valid passport, visa, travel and medical insurance, vaccination etc., as applicable for each destination.

    City/tourist tax as applicable, must be paid directly at the hotel.

    To assist with visa application process, ITL World would provide copies of air tickets, travel insurance and other ground service vouchers for bookings made and fully paid for. Approval and issuance of visa is at the discretion of respective Embassies or Consulates and ITL World cannot in anyway influence this process. Certain nationals however receive visa on arrival in select countries, subject to prior online approvals