Booking fee
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* This tour requires at least one of the following per booking: Adult, Senior
Explore Lake Maggiore and the Borromean Islands at your own pace with a private hop-on and hop-off boat service from Stresa. Admire the beautiful scenery and visit the enchanting islands of Isola Madre, Isola dei Pescatori and Isola Bella.
Private transportation
Bottled water
Stops at 1 to 3 of the Borromean Islands
Private hop-on hop-off boat tour of Lake Maggiore
Gratuities
Lunch
Landing and facility fees
Entrance fee to the palace and gardens
Landing tax (€0.50 per person, each island)
Departure Point
Piazza Guglielmo Marconi, 28838 Stresa VB, Italy
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Traveler pickup
Piazza Guglielmo Marconi, 28838 Stresa VB, Italy
Return Details
Piazza Guglielmo Marconi, 28838 Stresa VB, Italy
ticket office servizio pubblico non di linea
Isola Madre, Italy Avoid the restrictive schedules of most sightseeing tours and discover the beauty of Lake Maggiore and the Borromean Islands at your own pace.
Avail of an exclusive private boat service between Stresa and the islands of Isola Bella, Isola dei Pescatori and Isola Madre. Hop off and on as often as you like throughout the day. Relax aboard the comfortable boats as you take in the stunning views of the lake.
Embark on a boat trip from Stresa and discover two of the Borromean Islands on Lake Maggiore. First, visit Isola Madre which is the farthest island from Stresa. Explore the island which is famous for its botanical gardens. See the free-living birdlife and admire the peacocks and pheasants who stroll calmly through the gardens. Discover the unique plants of the island, such as the famous Cashmere tree. You can also visit the villa with its puppet collection. 120 minutes
Island of the Fishermen (Isola dei Pescatori), Italy Discovery of the fishing village of Isola dei Pescatori, the only one of the Borromean Islands inhabited all year round. Explore its many charming alleys and stop to taste the typical dishes of the lake at one of the numerous restaurants. 120 minutes
Isola Bella, Italy hen continue to Isola Bella, the queen of the Borromean Islands, where, in addition to the beautiful ancient village full of typical craft shops, you can decide to visit the Palazzo Borromeo with its wonderful gardens and peacocks ready to be photographed. 120 minutes
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Mike_K
28 Jun 2024
Lorenzo was perfect …. Dependable, prompt, polite and communicated with us constantly. Highly recommended !!!
SLMCDM1969
19 Jun 2024
Great way to see the Borromean Islands. Private boat was fantastic and easy. Fabian our Captain was wonderful. We had a fabulous day.
blbeach
21 Apr 2024
It was a much more relaxing way of touring the islands. The only problem was that it said we would get water and there was none and we had not brought any thinking we would get it. A little disappointed at that. Very nice boat captains.
This tour in
Lake Maggiore
is organized by
ISOLE LAGO MAGGIORE S.N.C.
We always double-check the availability with our local partners for each booking. Even though this is usually a swift process, it can take up to 24 hours. Once this process is completed you will receive your voucher or ticket by email. If our local partner is not able to confirm your booking we will offer you the best possible alternative. If the new date and/or time doesn’t fit your itinerary, we will reimburse the full amount paid.
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