Lugano to Bellinzona and Locarno: Private day trip
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About your trip
Discover Ticino’s heritage. Bellinzona’s UNESCO-listed trio of castles evoke medieval might, while Locarno’s palm-lined lakeshore and Piazza Grande offer a more relaxed southern Swiss ambiance.
Exclusively yours: private vehicle and professional driver
Discover local insights you won't find in guidebooks
Experience the freedom to explore at your own speed
Perfectly planned for families, friends, or solo travelers
What to expect
Your day trip begins wherever you are
Meet our professional driver right where you prefer in Lugano whenever suits you best. No time wasted getting to the pickup point, grab your bag and start your trip right away.Discover more with local expertise
Your driver’s local insights will set the tone for your day trip. A hidden café here, a must-try restaurant there; insider tips you’ll love sharing later. This isn’t a guided tour but your ride will be rich with stories and discoveries along the way. And throughout the day, your driver will be available for you as needed, ready to assist, happy to help, making your trip stress-free.Explore at your own pace
Expect 45 minutes to Bellinzona, then 30 minutes to Locarno. A private driver from Lugano ensures you experience both the UNESCO World Heritage castles and lakeside resort town at your own pace.
Perfect for any private group
Whether you're traveling solo, as a family with kids, or as a large group, this service is tailored for your comfort and flexibility. It's the ideal option especially if you have limited time or a busy schedule.Good to know
- Two-way private car transfer
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Personalized pickup and drop-off
- Professional English-speaking driver
- Complimentary bottled water
- Free cancellation 24 hours before departure
- Entry/Admission tickets to paid attractions in Bellinzona and Locarno should be purchased separately unless specified otherwise
- Meals, snacks, and gratuity are not included
From €186
per person
Select date and travelers
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before your pickup time.
For a group of 1-3 travelersTotal€558
Your trip at a glance
Your trip at a glance
Start in Lugano
You choose the pickup spot.
1
Bellinzona
Feel free to explore at your own pace and discover
Stop: 3 hours - admission not included






2
Locarno
Feel free to explore at your own pace and discover
Stop: 3 h 30 min - admission not included


Situated on a river delta and sheltered by the Alps, Locarno has been a holiday destination since the days of the Roman Empire. In the early 1900s, beautiful belle epoch hotels were built to accommodate the new influx of tourism. However, what brought the city to the world stage was the signing of the so-called "Locarno Treaty" in 1925, which Locarno the nickname the "Town of Peace". Just off the palm-lined lakefront, the "Piazza Grande" is lined with charming old houses, cafes and restaurants, and is transformed into an open air cinema every August for the International Film Festival. The Renaissance-era Old Town fans out from the square, culminating in the 13th century Castello Visconteo, which houses the Municipal and Archeological Museum. High above the city, the 15th century Santuario della Madonna del Sasso offers superb views and a richly decorated interior.
Back to Lugano
We’ll take you back to your starting point.
Duration of the stops can be changed upon request after booking
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Frequently Asked Questions
If you have any questions, here are the answers.Day trips offer travelers private round-trip transportation to popular sightseeing locations. One of our professional drivers will pick you up in a luxurious, climate-controlled car, take you to the site of interest, and wait for you while you explore before driving you back to your hotel.
Yes! You’re free to choose the pickup and drop-off times that work best for you. However, the time spent at the destination is fixed and cannot be changed.
Each sightseeing stop has a recommended duration that includes plenty of time to explore. However, it is possible to customize the time spent at each sightseeing stop at a later stage in the booking process to best fit your unique schedule.
Your Daytrip driver will wait for you nearby for the duration of your exploration, meaning you’ll never have to wait for your return trip transportation to arrive. Your comfort and convenience are our top priorities, and we aim to close out your day trip with a return on your schedule.
The price of a day trip does not include any entrance tickets, guided tours, or meals you may partake in at your destination. The price covers round-trip transportation in a luxury vehicle with a professional driver who can provide local insights en route.
Day trip bookings can be canceled up to 24 hours before your trip for a full refund, no strings attached. While the destination and stops are predetermined, it is possible to change your pick-up point, whether it is at your hotel or some other location within the city.
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