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Island-hop at Lake Maggiore and discover the tiny Borromean Islands with this hop-on, hop-off ferry ticket. Use the 1-day pass to venture out from Stresa, and spend your day sightseeing as you wish. Step onto the shores of Isola Bella, home to the Borromeo family ‘palazzo’; wander amid the houses of pocket-sized Isola dei Pescatori; and admire the greenery of Isola Madre where botanical gardens beckon.
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Stresa: 1-Day 3 Borromean Islands Hop-On Hop-Off Boat Tour
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There’s no better way to see Lake Maggiore’s Borromean Islands than by private boat. This 1-hour tour allows you to travel in true Italian style around Isola Bella, Isola Madre and more. As you bask in the sun, your captain navigates the boat on a route that takes in sights of the islands’ lakeside gardens, palazzos and private villas. If you want to learn about the area as you cruise, upgrade to include a guide.
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Lake Maggiore: Sightseeing Cruise from Stresa
1 to 2 hours
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The experience of stopping in one of the most evocative places of Lake Maggiore listening to the live notes of an accordion while enjoying a "special" aperitif, the result of a sophisticated search for local products.
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Private Tour on a Sailing Boat on Lake Maggiore with Aperitif and Music
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Admire the wonderful gardens of Isola Madre, an ancient hunting reserve of the Borromeo family. Sail to Isola Bella for the elegant Borromean Palace, Italian garden terraces, and boutique shops. Explore Lake Maggiore, Isola Madre, and Isola Bella on a hop-on hop-off cruise from Stresa. Admire the gardens of Isola Madre and see the fantastic palace and Italian terraces.
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Stresa: Isola Madre & Isola Bella Hop-on Hop-off Boat tour
2 to 5 hours
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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.
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Borromean Islands Private Hop-On Hop-Off Boat Tour from Stresa
1 to 8 hours
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Explore the ‘Beautiful Island’ of Isola Bella at your leisure with a hop-on hop-off ferry ticket departing from Stresa. Glide across Lake Maggiore to this most renowned of the Borromean Islands, where you can visit the Palace Museum and Gardens, grab a bite to eat or simply stroll around the palazzos and villas that decorate the port. Ferries run every 30 minutes, so you can customize your day.
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Stresa to Isola Bella Hop-On Hop-Off Boat Ticket
1 to 6 hours
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Two of the top sights on Lake Maggiore are its jewel-like islands of Isola Pescatori and Isola Bella. With this hop-on-hop-off boat tour, set your own schedule and pace to cover both islands in a single day. Set off from Stresa to Isola Pescatori at the time you prefer, and disembark to explore the island at your own pace. Then catch the next passing boat to Isola Bella for more independent sightseeing before the return trip.
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Stresa: Isola Pescatori and Isola Bella Hop-on Hop-off boat tour
2 to 8 hours
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Experience the beauty of Lake Maggiore on a private boat tour that blends history, culture, and relaxation. Cruise past Isola Madre, admiring its lush botanical gardens and the elegant Palazzo Borromeo from the water. Continue to the breathtaking Eremo di Santa Caterina del Sasso, a monastery perched on a cliff, perfect for stunning photos. Your first stop is Isola Pescatori, a charming fishing village with narrow streets, quaint shops, and lakeside cafés. Take a leisurely stroll, browse for handmade souvenirs, or enjoy a coffee while soaking in the authentic atmosphere. Afterward, dive into the crystal-clear waters for a refreshing swim in one of the lake’s best spots. Finally, visit Isola Bella, where you can explore the magnificent Palazzo Borromeo and its spectacular gardens at your own pace. Choose to stay on the island and return by ferry or enjoy a quick visit before we bring you back to Stresa by boat, completing a memorable day on the lake.
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Lake Maggiore Boat Tour
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Every Sunday and Monday Leave urban Milan for the day and spend some time at picturesque Lake Maggiore, located in Italy's Lake District. Explore the chic town of Stresa, learning about the area's history from your guide and perusing the shops. Then hop on a boat for a cruise around the lake, and take in the scenery of the water and surrounding mountains. Visit Isola dei Pescatori, where you have free time to explore, and then explore Borromeo Palace in Isola Bella, before making the return trip to Milan.
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Unique Lake Maggiore Day Trip from Milan
7 to 10 hours
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Take in views of Lake Maggiore and the Borromean Islands far from the crowds on land with this exclusive sunset boat tour. Set off on board a luxurious private boat with a local skipper to skirt the scenic lake shore and cruise around the islands, admiring its villa and gardens along the way. Learn about the lake’s history and culture with commentary while you snap photos or simply relax on board.
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The magic of a private boat tour around the Borromean islands
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Lake Maggiore is famous for its lakeside towns, villas, and gardens, but these headliners are best seen from the water. With this boat tour, cruise along the shoreline to admire the fishing villages and aristocratic estates backed by rolling hills and snow-capped Alpine peaks. Take in the lake’s jewel-like islands and opt to dock and explore on land or spend your entire mini cruise savoring the views from on board.
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The best of Lake Maggiore on a private guided boat tour
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We know that flexibility in this moment is necessary to organize a trip out of town; for this reason we want to make the Flex service available. We guarantee flexibility on all available dates, you can book your next tour in complete freedom. Should your plans change, you can change the date of your Flex-Ticket by easily requesting a voucher for the new date. No cost for changing the reservation of the chosen date. Book the Flex-Ticket service made available by the Consorzio Motoscafisti Associati C.M.A. by Stresatours with its fleet of 11 motor ships with variable capacity from 30 up to 60 seats, we will guarantee flexibility on the booking dates of transport to the Borromean Islands, you can plan your next trip to Lake Maggiore in total freedom.
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Ticket for Isola Pescatori from Stresa
1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours
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Visit the Borromean Islands of Lake Maggiore with your own private guide, and enjoy transport by private motorboat just for your group plus a tour of Isola Bella’s 17th-century palace. Perfect if you want to understand the lake’s history and avoid the tourist crowds, the experience offers everything you need to explore the islands with ease. The standard tour includes stops at Isola Pescatori and Isola Bella, but you can upgrade to visit also the botanical gardens of Isola Madre, if you wish.
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Private Guided Boat Tour of Lake Maggiore's Borromeo Islands
3 to 5 hours
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