Valle Verzasca: Ascona 007 Dam & Crystal Waters Swimming
Overview
From Lugano, embark upon this fully private day trip of a lifetime! We head north with the classic Swiss backdrop of mountains and meadows all around as we follow the crystal waters of Verzasca River. At the famous 007 Dam your driver will point out the Goldeneye bungee jump location before we stop at Lavertezzo where locals and tourists cavort in emerald waters. Here you can relax on smooth rocks, swim or even scuba dive before lunch in this natural paradise. Ascona is next, the lowest-lying town in Switzerland which embodies the marriage of idyllic Switzerland with the Italian Dolce Vita! Enjoy this Swiss-Italian lakeside haven and swim again in Lake Maggiore before drying off and returning to Lugano.
What's Included
- Traverse the amazing terrain where Italy meets Switzerland!
- Swim, scuba dive and swim again in wonderful clear water!
- Follow crystal clear waters from the road and then jump in!
- We will pick you up and drop you off anywhere within 30kms of Lugano
- Stand where James Bond made Goldeneye a classic 007 movie!
- Magnificent mountainous scenery and vast lakes will inspire!
- Tickets for boat tours or water sports (if desired)
- Lunch (options will be made available for purchase)
- Gratuities and personal extras
Meeting and Pickup
Pick up and drop off at Hotels and other accommodations in Lugano / Como Lake area.
What To Expect
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Valle Verzasca
4 hours Admission Ticket Free
Verzasca Dam
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Lavertezzo
1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Ascona
1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Lake Maggiore
1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- This is a full immersion private experience with private vehicle and optional tickets for lunch / extra activities
- We will pick you up and drop you off anywhere within 30kms of Lugano
- Hand sanitizer made available (we will provide), mandatory mask-wearing (bring your own)
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
- Traverse the amazing terrain where Italy meets Switzerland!.
- Swim, scuba dive and swim again in wonderful clear water!.
- Follow crystal clear waters from the road and then jump in!.
- We will pick you up and drop you off anywhere within 30kms of Lugano.
- Stand where James Bond made Goldeneye a classic 007 movie!.
- Magnificent mountainous scenery and vast lakes will inspire!.
- Tickets for boat tours or water sports (if desired).
- Lunch (options will be made available for purchase).
- Gratuities and personal extras.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Valle Verzasca: Ascona 007 Dam & Crystal Waters Swimming is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Valle Verzasca: Ascona 007 Dam & Crystal Waters Swimming will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Traverse the amazing terrain where Italy meets Switzerland!
- Swim, scuba dive and swim again in wonderful clear water!
- Follow crystal clear waters from the road and then jump in!
- We will pick you up and drop you off anywhere within 30kms of Lugano
- Stand where James Bond made Goldeneye a classic 007 movie!
- Magnificent mountainous scenery and vast lakes will inspire!
- Tickets for boat tours or water sports (if desired)
- Lunch (options will be made available for purchase)
- Gratuities and personal extras
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- This is a full immersion private experience with private vehicle and optional tickets for lunch / extra activities
- We will pick you up and drop you off anywhere within 30kms of Lugano
- Hand sanitizer made available (we will provide), mandatory mask-wearing (bring your own)
