Can I take a large group?

Yes! Day trips are fully customizable to suit the needs of any private group. From solo travelers to large families with children and even corporate groups, we are ready to create a bespoke itinerary that accommodates parties of all sizes. The price is dependent on the number of vehicles required to serve your group, and we also provide child seats.

Will my driver speak English?

Your friendly, professional, local driver will speak English. Our drivers are happy to provide any local insight they can on the way to your destination and may be able to answer questions and provide tips for the best possible experience on your day trip.

Can I request children’s car seats for the journey?

Yes, we provide car seats for children of all ages, which meet stringent safety standards and local legal requirements. You can even bring your own car seat. We also have handicapped-accessible vehicles available for a wide range of needs for our passengers. When booking your day trip, please specify the accommodations you will need.

Can I pay securely online?

Yes, Daytrip offers flexible payment options. We accept Google Pay, Apple Pay, and Ali Pay. You also can pay securely online with any major credit card, such as Visa, Mastercard, or American Express.

Booking your day trip is as easy as our one-way and return trips! On the landing page of the day trip you’d like to take, simply select the date, pick up time, and how many adults and children will be on the trip. On the second page, you’ll fill in personal details, including any special requests, disability accommodations, and children’s car seats you may need. We are flexible too! You can change your exact pick-up location (hotel address, etc) up to 24 hours before your day trip.

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Lugano to Como and Villa del Balbianello: Private day trip

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About your trip

Discover lively city vibes by Como’s grand Duomo, then slip into the elegance of a famed lakeside villa. Visit two Lake Como icons in one day!

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

From €179

Private group ride

per person

Select date and travelers

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before your pickup time.

For a group of 1-3 travelersTotal€537

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

After arriving in Como City, you'll have the freedom to explore its cathedral, shops, and cable car to Brunate before continuing on to Villa del Balbianello, where you can admire the terraced gardens and lake views, all at your leisure. Meanwhile your driver will wait for you near by, ensuring an stress-free return trip.

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 Como City and Villa del Balbianello should be purchased separately unless specified otherwise
Meals, snacks, and gratuity are not included

From €179

Private group ride

per person

Select date and travelers

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before your pickup time.

For a group of 1-3 travelersTotal€537

Your trip at a glance

Start in Lugano

You choose the pickup spot.

Como City

Feel free to explore at your own pace and discover

Stop: 3 hours - admission not included

Como has long been a place of historical significance. It was the arch-nemesis of Milan, birthplace of Pope Innocent XI and scientist Alessandro Volta, and an early adopter of the printed word. One of the city’s oldest structures, the 4th century San Carpoforo, was built on a former temple to Mercury, and houses the remains of Saint Carpophorus and other local martyrs. The famous Gothic cathedral is flanked by statues of the famous, local born comaschi Pliny the Elder and Pliny the Younger, and the neoclassical Villa Olmo, has housed Napoleon, Franz Ferdinand I, Giuseppe Garibaldi, and other eminent figures. To best experience the natural wonders of Lombardy, take some extra time to ride the funicular from Como to nearby Brunate, 715m up a mountain. Como is so renowned that in 1902 William Rockefeller purchased the fountain from the main square and moved it to the Bronx Zoo.

Villa del Balbianello

Feel free to explore at your own pace and discover

Stop: 2 h 30 min - admission not included

In 1785, Cardinal Angelo Maria Durini purchased a 13th century monastery, and built Villa del Balbianello in its place. Over the years, the estate’s illustrious owners tailored the estate to suit their tastes, with Count Guido Monzino, leader of the first Italian expedition to summit Mount Everest, filling the interior with artefacts from his expeditions, and adding secret passageways. The villa’s groomed grounds and breathtaking views have wowed visitors and Hollywood alike, and make it a popular location for weddings. Inside, the villa’s various buildings, visitors will find French and English furnishings from the 17th and 18th centuries, glass paintings, and ethnic sculptures and artefacts from around the world. The upper floor is dedicated to the life of Guido Monzini, and is filled with his belongings, including one of the dogsleds he used to reach the North Pole. The Villa is closed on Mondays and Wednesdays, and from November through March. Please book your tickets in advance at https://ticket.fondoambiente.it/events/villa-del-balbianello/villa-del-balbianello

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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Lugano to Como and Villa del Balbianello: Private day trip

Private ride with a local driver

About your trip

What to expect

Your day trip begins wherever you are

Discover more with local expertise

Explore at your own pace

Perfect for any private group

Good to know

Your trip at a glance

Your trip at a glance

Daytrip is loved all around the world. Here's why.

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