Hi all.
I am wondering if something like this is doable.
Early train Milan-Lugano (arrive around 9 am).
Magic Circuit Boat Trip (Takes 3 hours).
Quick lunch
Train to Bellinzona (arrive around 2). See the 3 castles
Train back to Lugano (arrive around 5)
Funicular up to San Salvatore
Train back to Milan
This would be in July, so late sunset.
TIA
Too much, IMO. Lugano deserves a full day on its own. Bellinzona is probably a half-day for me.
Yes, too too much. Enjoy Lugano for the whole day.
Seems like you're only allowing 2 1/2 hours to visit the three castles in Bellinzona. Even if you use a taxi, it's not enough time to visit all three. You might be able to complete viewing the lower Castelgrande in town. If you can, spend an unrushed day in Lugano and plan a full day in Bellinzona, preferably arriving for the Saturday morning market and then visiting all three castles. Wander the old town center. Have a great pizza sitting on the terrace of the Croce Federale.
Take Bellinzona out, and spend a full day in Lugano proper.
