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Borromean Islands Private Hop-On Hop-Off Boat Tour from Stresa

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Stresa, IT
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Borromean Islands Private Hop-On Hop-Off Boat Tour from Stresa

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Stresa, IT
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Experience the beauty and charm of Lake Maggiore and the Borromean Islands like never before with a private hop-on hop-off boat tour from Stresa. Escape the restrictions of traditional sightseeing tours and explore at your own pace. Journey between Stresa and the enchanting islands of Isola Madre, Isola dei Pescatori, and Isola Bella, hopping on and off the boat as often as you please. Relax on the comfortable boats and soak in the breathtaking views of the lake. On Isola Madre, marvel at the botanical gardens and encounter the island's diverse wildlife. Explore Isola dei Pescatori, a charming fishing village with narrow alleys and delectable local cuisine. Finally, visit Isola Bella, the majestic queen of the Borromean Islands, and immerse yourself in its ancient village and stunning gardens. Get ready to create unforgettable memories on this private hop-on hop-off boat tour.

About this experience

  • Free Cancellation For a full refund cancel at least before the start of your booking
  • Admission Not Included
  • 1 hours - 8 hours
  • Suitable for 1-10 Participants
  • Private Tour
  • Self Guided Experience
  • Private hop-on hop-off boat tour
  • Explore the enchanting Borromean Islands
  • Admire stunning views of Lake Maggiore
  • Visit botanical gardens on Isola Madre
  • Taste typical dishes at Isola dei Pescatori restaurants
  • Private transportation
  • Bottled water
  • Stops at 1 to 3 of the Borromean Islands
  • Private hop-on hop-off boat tour of Lake Maggiore
  • Gratuities
  • Lunch
  • Landing and facility fees
  • Entrance fee to the palace and gardens
  • Landing tax (€0.50 per person, each island)

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Introduction

The Borromean Islands Private Hop-On Hop-Off Boat Tour from Stresa offers a unique and flexible way to explore the stunning Lake Maggiore and its enchanting islands. This private boat service allows you to discover the beauty of Isola Madre, Isola dei Pescatori, and Isola Bella at your own pace. With no restrictive schedules to follow, you have the freedom to hop off and on the boat as often as you like throughout the day.

What to expect?

During this tour, you can expect to enjoy a total duration of 60 to 480 minutes, giving you ample time to explore each island. Start your journey from Stresa and embark on a boat trip to Isola Madre, the farthest island from Stresa. Explore the botanical gardens, spot the free-living birdlife, and marvel at the peacocks and pheasants gracefully strolling through the gardens. Don't miss the opportunity to visit the villa with its impressive puppet collection. Next, visit Isola dei Pescatori, the only inhabited island among the Borromean Islands. Discover its charming alleys and indulge in the delicious local dishes at one of the numerous restaurants. Finally, head to Isola Bella, known as the queen of the Borromean Islands. Explore the ancient village filled with craft shops and consider visiting the magnificent Palazzo Borromeo with its stunning gardens.

Who is this for?

This private hop-on hop-off boat tour is perfect for adventurers who want the freedom to explore at their own pace. It caters to a wide range of travelers, from nature enthusiasts who appreciate beautiful gardens and birdlife to history buffs intrigued by the ancient village and palaces. Families, couples, and solo travelers can all enjoy the captivating experience of discovering the Borromean Islands.

Why book this?

With this private boat tour, you can escape the constraints of a fixed itinerary and immerse yourself in the beauty of Lake Maggiore. The flexibility to hop on and off the boat as you please allows you to spend more time at the places that captivate you the most. You can create your own adventure and take in the stunning views of the lake from the comfort of the boat. Embrace the freedom to explore these picturesque islands at your own pace and create unforgettable memories.

Good to know

Included in the tour are the boat services and transportation between Stresa and the Borromean Islands. Keep in mind that the total duration of the tour can vary from 60 to 480 minutes, depending on the time you choose to spend on each island. Make sure to bring comfortable shoes for walking and don't forget your camera to capture the breathtaking landscapes and architecture. This private tour allows you to personalize your experience, ensuring that you make the most of your time in this idyllic setting.

Reviews

Customers who have experienced the Borromean Islands Private Hop-On Hop-Off Boat Tour rave about the freedom and flexibility it offers. They appreciate being able to explore the islands at their own pace, without feeling rushed by a fixed schedule. Travelers mention the stunning botanical gardens on Isola Madre, the charm of Isola dei Pescatori's fishing village, and the magnificence of the gardens and architecture on Isola Bella. Overall, the tour receives high praise for providing an unforgettable experience in the captivating setting of Lake Maggiore.

How long before the event do I need to book?

  • You can book at any time before the event

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Your Itinerary

Isola Madre

Avoid the restrictive schedules of most sightseeing tours and discover the beauty of Lake Maggiore and the Borromean Islands at your own pace. Avail of an exclusive private boat service between Stresa and the islands of Isola Bella, Isola dei Pescatori and Isola Madre. Hop off and on as often as you like throughout the day. Relax aboard the comfortable boats as you take in the stunning views of the lake. Embark on a boat trip from Stresa and discover two of the Borromean Islands on Lake Maggiore. First, visit Isola Madre which is the farthest island from Stresa. Explore the island which is famous for its botanical gardens. See the free-living birdlife and admire the peacocks and pheasants who stroll calmly through the gardens. Discover the unique plants of the island, such as the famous Cashmere tree. You can also visit the villa with its puppet collection.

Admission Not Included

Island of the Fishermen (Isola dei Pescatori)

Discovery of the fishing village of Isola dei Pescatori, the only one of the Borromean Islands inhabited all year round. Explore its many charming alleys and stop to taste the typical dishes of the lake at one of the numerous restaurants.

Isola Bella

hen continue to Isola Bella, the queen of the Borromean Islands, where, in addition to the beautiful ancient village full of typical craft shops, you can decide to visit the Palazzo Borromeo with its wonderful gardens and peacocks ready to be photographed.

Admission Not Included

Reviews

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5 (7)

Carole437

The most magical day out - could not fault it - the food the people, everything about it was perfect,

Alan_H

Easy and safe. Pickups and drop offs went very smoothly. Captains were personable and responsive. Boats seemed very safe

jakoba82

Everything was excellent, good service. We call Alexandro and he arrived 10 minutes later. excellent service we all were very happy

X4747WPpatrickv

I organized a tour for 32 academics from Stresa to Isola Madre and Isola Bella. The boat captains were extremely competent and friendly, picking us up at the convened time and place. The islands were magical and well worth the visit. I would have two suggestions, though: -provide a way to buy a combined boat and museum/garden ticket online. I had to wait in line at Isola Madre to buy tickets, always awkward when 32 people are waiting. -make it much clearer when buying the tickets online which boat company you are using, and how to find it. I lost fifteen minutes looking for the right boat company, giving added meaning to the name Stresa.

BernardBertram

It's a fantastic service, usually on time, polite & efficient & not expensive. Of course, it's in Italy, so don't expect Swiss standards. The organisation, timetables, ticket prices are all a bit of a muddle but it does work, most of the time & they do an important job of ferrying all the workers on & off the islands, as well as us, tourists.

Abbruzzesi

Pünktlich und vor allem regelmäßig fährt ein Boot, ein Platz gabs auch immer. Kapitäne waren alle freundlich.

Rosa C

Abbiamo acquistato i biglietti online. Una volta arrivati in Piazza Marconi, è stato facilissimo capire quale fosse la nostra imbarcazione. Tutto molto organizzato e nel rispetto delle regole COVID-19. Assolutamente consigliato!!
Collected by Evendo, Tripadvisor & Viator
2024-04-24 12:50