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For Women: Giro del Ticino

Vineyards, chestnut forests, mountains and lakes - a tour for female connoisseurs | 4 days

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A pleasure trekking through the Ticino, the sunshine region of Switzerland. From the southernmost tip of Switzerland, the Mendrisiotto, the tour leads to Malcantone and over the mountains to Gambarogno on the Lago Maggiore. Accompanied by beautiful nature, culture and traditions, you first visit the Sottoceneri, the southern part of Ticino. Then you enter the Sopraceneri, the more mountainous area above Monte Ceneri. The different climates and geological backgrounds give the regions their very special characteristics. They shape the colour of the local products, above all the wine, which develops its very special nuances in the different terroirs.

This offer is exclusively for women, led by a female hiking guide. The trekking is part of the 100% Women campaign of Switzerland Tourism.

  • Taste the Merlot of the Sotto and Sopraceneri directly in the vineyard and cantina.
  • The hike from Monte Lema to Alpe di Neggia is one of the most spectacular routes in Ticino with a fantastic panoramic view.
  • Experience a varied e-bike ride along the shores of Lake Lugano with a stop at the Gelateria di Titi and enjoy a gelato “fato in casa”
  • Discover the UNESCO World Heritage Site at Monte San Giorgio, one of the world's most important fossil deposits from the Triassic period
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Technique
moderate

Hiking and mountain trails, continuous trail, moderately steep to steep, short sections with more exposure are possible (T1-T3). Surefootedness required.

Tarred and gravel roads without difficulties. Little steepness (S0). No special (e-)bike experience required.

Condition
moderate

For outdoor enthusiasts who like to be on the go all day! Bring experience from day trips and prepare well with regular fitness training.

Hiking times up to 6 hrs, up to approx. 1000 m altitude difference.

Cycling times up to 4 hrs, up to approx. 30 km (e-bike up to approx. 50 km).

Group

6-10 guests per guide

Meeting place

10.15 a.m. Brusino Arsizio cable car (bus arrival 10.12 a.m. Brusino Arsizio Funivia)

Departure

approx. 3.30 p.m. Locarno

Accommodation

(depending on the date, an alternative choice of hotel with comparable services may occur).

Note

The offer takes into account the current Covid-19 regulations of the FOPH. Please note the protection concept.

The e-bike route on the last day is easy to ride.

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Giro del Ticino

4 days
1 possible date
from 1279.- CHF
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Buchungspaket
13.10. - 16.10.2022
4 days
Status:
available
Guide:
Marina Grossrieder
1279.- CHF

Tag 1 After the welcome, there is a short gondola ride to the terrace of Serpiano high above Lago di Lugano. The hike leads through chestnut forests directly from the hotel towards Monte San Giorgio. Welcome to the UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most important fossil deposits of the Middle Triassic period, a geological era between 247 and 237 million years ago. The destination of the hike is Meride, steeped in history, in the middle of the vineyards of the Mendrisiotto. (Walking time: 4 h, distance: 11 km, ascent/descent: 660/660 meters).

Day 2 A short gondola and boat ride takes you to Morcote on the other side of the lake. Here the e-bike is already waiting for you and you can ride along the shore of Lake Lugano through beautiful Ticino villages. A stop at one of the gelaterias is recommended in Caslano at the latest. Then you reach the Tenuta di Vallombrosa in the Malcantone hills, where you are invited on a wine tour. Afterwards, enjoy an overnight stay at the top of Monte Lema. (E-bike time: 3 h, distance: approx. 30 km, ascent/descent: approx. 315/175 meters).

Day 3 Vom Monte Lema folgt eine der spektakulärsten Wanderungen des Tessins über den Höhenweg Richtung Monte Tamaro. Das Panorama reicht von den Ost- bis zu den Westalpen mit den hohen 4000er Gipfeln, weit unten glitzern der Lago di Lugano und Maggiore und gegen Süden schimmert im Dunst bereits die Poebene. Am Abend gelangst du zur Alpe di Neggia und nach Via ins Gambarogno. (Gehzeit: 4.30 h, Distanz: 12.5 km, Auf-/Abstieg: 770/915 meters).

Day 4 Discover the Soppraceneri today and learn more about its culture and history on the nature trail "Tra Monti e Lago". Then the boat will take you to the other side of the lake to Locarno and finally the gourmet tour "in gir par cantin" awaits you. Discover wine and other delicacies in the Maggia delta by bike. (Walking time: 1 h, distance: 4 km, ascent/descent: 110/50 meters).

Included
  • Guiding
  • Support by hiking guide
  • Overnight stay with breakfast: 3x hotel (basis double room)
  • 1x half board (dinner)
  • Welcome aperitif on day 1
  • 1x wine tasting
  • 1x enogastronomic tour
  • E-bike and helmet
  • Offsetting of CO2 emissions on the tour (CHF 15.- per person, according to event calculator from myclimate)
Exclusive
  • Arrival
  • Transportation (taxi/bus/cable car) approx. CHF 25.-
  • 2x dinner
  • Snacks and drinks
  • Service fee legal travel guarantee (0.25% on offer price)

Additional services:

  • Single room supplement CHF 129.-
  • 2x half board (dinner) CHF 99.-
  • Daily luggage transfer from hotel to hotel CHF 89.-
Rental equipment

The rental equipment will be handed over on the tour:

  • E-Bike
  • Bike helmet

Technical equipment
  • Backpack approx. 30 l possibly with rain cover
  • Telescopic poles (optional)
Clothing
  • 1x hardshell jacket (wind- and waterproof)
  • 1x soft shell and/or fleece jacket
  • 1x biking pants
  • Light waterproof rain pants (e.g. Gore-Tex)
  • T-shirt or shirt
  • Bike underwear
  • Cap/headband and hat
  • Bike gloves
  • Functional socks and spare socks
  • Hiking/mountain boots (at least ankle-high, sturdy sole)
Overnight
  • Clothing and shoes for the evening (accommodation & village life)
  • Personal toiletries, earplugs if necessary
  • Towel
Food
  • Breakfast and dinner at the hotel
  • Tea and lunch must be brought by yourself or can be bought in the hotel/village
  • Snacks (e.g. bars, dried fruits, dried meat)
Various
  • Sunglasses
  • Sun and lip cream (SPF 30 or more)
  • Camera and binoculars (optional)
  • Half fare Travelcard (if available)
  • Thermos bottle made of unbreakable material
  • Small pharmacy for personal needs
  • Swimming dress/trousers
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