Unique Lake Maggiore Day Trip from Milan

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Unique Lake Maggiore Day Trip from Milan — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

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About this activity

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.

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At a glance

Duration: 7–10 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 50 people
People per booking: 1–9
Guide: English
Operated by: Zani Viaggi

Ages: Infants (0–3 years) · Children (4–11 years) · Adults (12–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Professional guide
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
Included: Boat cruise

Not included

Not included: Gratuities
Not included: Food and drinks, unless specified
Not included: Entrance fees: Borromeo Palace
Not included: Hotel drop-off

Itinerary

Milan

Passing by

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

2 hours Admission 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.
Isola dei Pescatori

one hour

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.
Palazzo Borromeo

2 hours Admission 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.
Stresa

2 hours

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.
Milan

Passing by

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

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

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

Pickup points

ME Milan - Il Duca
Magna Pars L'Hotel A' Parfum
Hotel Indigo Milan - Corso Monforte by IHG
Casa Baglioni - Milan
B&B Hotel Milano Cenisio Garibaldi
Maison Milano | UNA Esperienze
NH Collection Milano Porta Nuova
Hotel Capitol Milano
Hotel Nasco
Worldhotel Casati 18
Vecchia Milano
Antica Locanda Leonardo

and 138 more pickup points

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.

Using your ticket

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

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

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

Options

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
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 Centrale

Starting point:

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