Lake Maggiore Day Trip from Milan: Scenic Cruise & Borromean Islands

Highlights

• Lake Maggiore Boat Cruise
• Borromean Islands Visit
• Free Time in Stresa

What's included

Itinerary

1. 1

   Milan

   Pass by

   Depart by bus from Milan to Lake Maggiore, with a short rest stop along the way.

2. 2

   Lago Maggiore

   2h

   On the borders of Piedmont, Lombardy and Switzerland, Lake Maggiore, also known as Verbano is the second largest Italian lake. Your visit will start with a lake cruise. On board you will enjoy the view of exquisite lakeside villas and lush gardens surrounded by crystal blue waters set amidst the beauty of snow capped alps.

3. 3

   Isola dei Pescatori

   1h

   First, we pass the exotic Isola Madre, home to a 20 acre park that is considered one of the most impressive in Italy, before heading back in time to the simple life of Isola dei Pescatori where you will have free time to explore, shop or enjoy a light lunch.

4. 4

   Palazzo Borromeo

   2h

   The next stop will be the luxurious Isola Bella with the elaborate gardens of the Borromean Palace surrounded by boutiques and cafés housed in grand historic buildings ( entrance to Palazzo Borromeo included). Finally, you will re-join the boat and cruise back to Stresa where you can have free time to explore this quiet and fascinating little town, try some local food or indulge in some shopping before returning to Milan.

5. 5

   Stresa

   2h

   Our tour will take you to picturesque Stresa, on the western shores of Lake Maggiore. Stresa is a lovely town with beautiful villas and gardens, some of which are open to the public. With a comfortable climate, Stresa offers stunning lake views, and you can also take the cable car up to Monte Mottarone for views of the Alps and the lakes.

6. 6

   Milan

   Pass by

   Departure from Stresa to Milan by Bus with a short rest stop on the way

Before you go

Location