The reluctant Travellers" Swiss Adventure

rockoyster · 2017-06-29T03:28:57+02:00

Lugano and SurroundsWe arrived late afternoon in Lugano after a long but very enjoyable day on the Bernina Express from Chur via Tirano (see previous report https://goo.gl/LTkZjT)From Lugano Station the super-efficient TPL funicular (photo #1) deposited us in Piazza Cioccaro around 17:45. Negotiating the narrow streets, none of which run in a straight line or at right angles to each other, meant that locating our hotel was more challenging than expected. A glimpse of Lake Lugano set us on the right track.The Hotel Walter du Lac (photo #2), where we would stay the next five nights, was a welcome sight. The young lady at reception was wonderfully friendly and we were soon armed with a room key and two Ticino Tickets (https://goo.gl/jmkY3S) offering free public transport on buses and trains around most of the region surrounding Lugano. By the time we had unpacked and freshened up it was time for...

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Rockoyster shares their recent trip to Lugano, where they enjoyed a five-night stay after an exciting ride on the Bernina Express. They explored local attractions, tried various dining options, and even took scenic boat trips on Lake Lugano, all while navigating the charming but winding streets of the city.

Key takeaways:

Use the Ticino Ticket for free public transport and discounted boat passes while in Lugano.
The Swiss Travel Pass covers regular ferry routes on Lake Lugano, making it a great option for tourists.
Don't miss out on the picturesque villages like Morcote and Gandria; they're easily accessible by boat and perfect for exploration.

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Reply 21 of 25 • 2 July 2017 at 10:35:35 #865964

😉 I hope that in some small way I have helped future visitors to Switzerland, such as yourself, in some small way.

Travel well.

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Reply 22 of 25 • 2 July 2017 at 12:38:22 #865965

Thanks! You have certainly given us more to think about with the planning of our trip.

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Reply 23 of 25 • 3 July 2017 at 5:56:14 #865966

Thanks again, Rockoyster,

As usual, descriptions as only Oscar WIlde would be able to provide. 🙂

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Reply 24 of 25 • 3 July 2017 at 6:11:15 #865967

Your welcome Tutor. You may have Oscar spinning . . . .

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Reply 25 of 25 • 28 January 2018 at 10:55:57 #865968

Thank you once again for information on this.

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