From Milan
Lake Maggiore Day Tour: Explore Stresa and Borromean Islands
Embark on a guided tour of Lake Maggiore, visiting Stresa and the enchanting Borromean Islands. Explore Isola Bella's baroque palace and Italian gardens, then discover the authentic atmosphere of Isola Madre
Lake Maggiore day tour
Sit back in your comfortable air-conditioned luxury vehicle and drive to Stresa, where your tour of this beautiful lake starts and continues on to The Borromean Islands. Stresa is an exclusive place with its beautiful lakeside setting in front of Isola Bella. After a guided stroll in Stresa, you will enjoy a boat ride in the Borromeo Gulf for a visit to the beautiful Isola Bella. A tiny village, still preserving its original charm, will welcome you on the Island. However, it’s a striking baroque building known as “The Borromeo Palace” that will soon capture your attention once you are on Isola Bella. You will be guided through its 17th-century rooms including the Grottoes before enjoying a pleasant stroll in the fabulous Italian gardens built on 10 terraces that make Isola Bella a unique and unbelievable place in the world! In the afternoon continue on to Isola Madre the atmosphere is more authentic, learning about how the Borromeo family created such a luxuriant English-style botanical garden; in the villa, you will admire a collection of marionettes. Before heading back to Milan, enjoy the breathtaking 360° panorama over 7 lakes, the Monte Rosa and the chain of the Alps from the top of Mottarone (1491 m) by the cableway. Just 20 minutes drive and you will be in heaven!
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