Largo Cairoli, 18, 20121 Milano MI - Visitor Center Hours: 9:00 - 18:00
Lake Maggiore - Day Trip from Milan
·Daily, 2 Destinations·Starts from Milan
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Full refund up to 30 days before the tour
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Only 25% prepayment until 30 days before departure
Duration
daily
Max Group Size
40
Departure Type
Scheduled
Guiding Method
Fully guided
Physical level
relax
Operated In
Age Requirement
11 - 99 Ages
Tour Overview
Escape the busy streets of Milan and enjoy a relaxing half-day trip to the elegant town of Stresa and the breathtaking Lake Maggiore. Located in Italy’s stunning Lake District and surrounded by the majestic Alps, this scenic destination is famous for its beautiful gardens and charming lakeside views.
Begin your visit in Stresa, where you’ll have free time to explore the peaceful town, sample local cuisine, or browse boutique shops. Then, embark on a panoramic boat cruise across the crystal-blue waters of Lake Maggiore, admiring magnificent villas and lush landscapes along the shoreline.
Sail past the exotic Isola Madre, known for its impressive botanical park, and stop at the charming Isola dei Pescatori to experience its traditional atmosphere. Continue to the luxurious Isola Bella, where you’ll visit the spectacular Borromean Palace and its elaborate gardens (entrance included), surrounded by historic buildings, cafés, and boutiques. After a memorable cruise, return to Stresa before heading back to Milan.
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Route
Starts from
Milan
Ends in
Milan
Pickup Location
Milan
Dropoff Location
Milan
Highlights
Explore the elegant Stresa, a quiet town on Lake Maggiore, with free time for shopping and discovering its most charming corners. Lake Maggiore & Borromean Islands Half-Day Tour from Milan
Itinerary
Start your half-day journey with a comfortable departure from Milan toward the elegant town of Stresa, located in Italy’s stunning Lake District and surrounded by the majestic Alps. Upon arrival, enjoy free time to explore this charming lakeside town, taste local specialties, or browse boutique shops.
Next, board a panoramic boat for a two-hour cruise on the crystal-blue waters of Lake Maggiore, Italy’s second-largest lake. Admire beautiful lakeside villas, lush gardens, and breathtaking alpine scenery along the way.
Sail past the exotic Isola Madre, famous for its impressive botanical park, before stopping at Isola dei Pescatori, where you will have free time to wander the narrow streets, shop, or enjoy a light lunch. Continue to the luxurious Isola Bella and visit the magnificent Borromean Palace and its elaborate gardens (entrance included), surrounded by historic buildings, cafés, and boutiques.
After the island visits, reboard the boat and cruise back to Stresa before returning comfortably to Milan, ending a scenic and relaxing getaway.
Trip includes
Included
Professional English speaking guide
Entrance and guided visit of Borromeo Palace
Guiding Method
Fully guided
Transport by air-conditioned coach
meeting point
Private boat cruise
Free cancellation until 5 days before the tour
Excluded
Accommodation is not included.
Flights are not included.
Meals are not incuded.
Travel insurance is not included.
Free cancellation until 5 days before the tour
Additional services are not included.
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