Unique Lake Maggiore Day Trip from Milan

4.5 (104 reviews) Lake Maggiore, Italy
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Duration7h - 10h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 50 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Explore scenic Lake Maggiore in Italy's beautiful Lake District on a day trip from Milan. The fashionable lakeside town of Stresa is an approximate 1.5-hour drive from Milan and is surrounded by majestic snowcapped mountains. After spending some free time in Stresa, shopping or simply relaxing and enjoying the stunning scenery, you'll take a two-hour panoramic boat cruise on Lake Maggiore, visiting the Borromean Islands – Isola Madre, Isola dei Pescatori and Isola Bella.

Options

Departure from Centrale

Starting point:
Zani Viaggi Meeting PointLakeComo, Central Station area, 20124 Milan, Metropolitan City of Milan, Italy

Tour With Hotel Pick Up

Tour in English (monolingual): Lake Maggiore Day Trip from Milan with English guide with hotel pick up
Pickup included

Departure from Cairoli

Tour in English (monolingual): Lake Maggiore Day Trip from Milan with English guide
Starting point:
Milan Visitor Center - Zani Viaggi, Largo Cairoli, 18, 20121 Milano MI, Italy

What's included

  • Professional guide
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Boat cruise
  • Gratuities
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
  • Borromeo Palace
  • Hotel drop-off

What to expect

  1. Milan
    Pass by
    Depart by bus from Milan to Lake Maggiore, with a short rest stop along the way.
  2. Lago Maggiore
    2h · Admission ticket included
    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. 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. Palazzo Borromeo
    2h · Admission ticket included
    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. 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. Milan
    Pass by
    Departure from Stresa to Milan by Bus with a short rest stop on the way

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Please be ready at the meeting point 15 minutes before the departure of the tour.

Meeting point

Please be ready at the meeting point 15 minutes before the departure of the tour.

End point

Please be ready at the meeting point 15 minutes before the departure of the tour.

End point

Please be ready at the meeting point 15 minutes before the departure of the tour.

Pickup details

Hotel pick-up is available only from selected hotels. If your hotel is not listed, please make your own way to one of the designated meeting points.

Important: for the hotel pick-up option, pick-up time starts from 08:30AM. Guests must be at their hotel lobby at this time, as the bus collects guests from multiple hotels.

Please note that hotel drop-off is not included. The tour ends at our agency.

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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