Bike and Discover Monte San Giorgio is a unique food and wine experience in the heart of Mendrisiotto, available upon request for groups of at least eight people. After booking, the tour is planned with guests to suit their needs. This full-day adventure departs from Mendrisio and takes you up to Monte San Giorgio, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, via Switzerland's oldest cable car. From there, you'll pedal amid spectacular views of Lake Ceresio, visiting quaint villages and immersing yourself in the authentic atmosphere of the area. The program includes lunch in a traditional grotto, a visit to a local museum, and a winery tasting of the region's finest wines. Useful information: Groups: min. 8 – max. 30 guests. Tour available upon request, minimum 8 participants. Personalized planning after booking. Activities: cable car, bike ride, cultural visits, lunch in a grotto, wine tasting. Tastings in grottos, vineyards, and cellars. Cancellation of the food and wine tour is free of charge up to 10 days before the scheduled date. For subsequent cancellations, the following conditions apply: - from 10 days to 2 days before the event, 30% of the cost - last 48 hours before the event, 60% of the cost Cost CHF 150.—per person
Difficulty: medium
Meeting time: 09:00
Duration: approx. 8 hours
Distance: 25 km (mostly downhill)
Number of participants: min. 8 – max. 30
Starting point: Monte Generoso Railway, Capolago
How to get there: Capolago train station is located right next to the starting point. Alternatively, you can arrive by car; paid parking is available in the area.
Included: experienced guide, bicycle, water, helmet, high‑visibility vest, bus transfer to Brusino, cable car ascent
Wine tasting at Hotel Serpiano
Lunch in a traditional regional grotto with wine tasting (lunch at guests’ expense)
Entry to the Vela Museum in Ligornetto with tasting on site
The tour takes place in all weather conditions: thanks to our comfortable shuttle buses, the experience will run smoothly even in case of rain.
