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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
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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
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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
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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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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
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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
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Discover the Borromean Islands in style with this private tour from Stresa created just for you and your group. Your guide will whisk you away to explore the three iconic Lake Maggiore islands—Isola Madre, Isola dei Pescatori, and Isola Bella. Stroll through the lush gardens of Isola Madre and soak in the history of the baroque Palazzo Borromeo. This private tour offers a personalized experience of Italian charm.
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Private Tour of Borromean Islands with Micaela Guide
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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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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
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