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Stresa: 1-Day 3 Borromean Islands Hop-On Hop-Off Boat Tour

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Experience the beauty of Italy's Lake Maggiore and explore the enchanting Borromean Islands with a 1-day hop-on hop-off boat tour from Stresa. Embark on an adventure where you create your own sightseeing schedule, hopping on and off the boat as you please. Marvel at the opulent Isola Bella, with its magnificent palace and stunning Italian gardens. Immerse yourself in the lush vegetation of Isola Madre, home to one of Italy's oldest and most important gardens. And wander through the picturesque Isola dei Pescatori, a charming fishing village where you can taste fresh seafood delicacies. Cruise between the islands, taking in the breathtaking lake views, and spend as little or as long as you desire at each magical destination. With the flexibility to explore at your own pace, this boat tour promises an unforgettable journey through the captivating Borromean Islands.

About this experience

Free Cancellation For a full refund cancel at least before the start of your booking
Admission Not Included
4 hours - 8 hours
Suitable for 1-15 Participants
Private Tour
& Audio GuidedSelf Guided Experience

Highlights

Explore Lake Maggiore and the Borromean Islands
Hop-on hop-off boat tour from Stresa
Admire the beautiful scenery of the lake
Visit the superb sights on the islands
Create your own sightseeing schedule

Included

All fees and taxes
Gps commentary on board
Multilingual captains
Vat included
Non-scheduled public service: shared transfer to the borromean islands

Not included

Restroom on board
Food and drinks
Entrance ticket to the palaces and gardens of isola madre and isola bella (combi ticket euro 28)
Landing fee of €0.50 for each island to be paid locally

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Introduction

Experience the beauty and charm of Italy's Lake Maggiore with the Stresa: 1-Day 3 Borromean Islands Hop-On Hop-Off Boat Tour. Departing from the picturesque lakeside town of Stresa Piazza Marconi, this tour offers you the opportunity to explore the enchanting Borromean Islands at your own pace. With a 1-day hop-on hop-off boat ticket, you can create your own sightseeing schedule and immerse yourself in the rich history and natural beauty of the region.

What to expect?

Embark on a delightful island hopping adventure as you cruise along Lake Maggiore. With the hop-on hop-off boat ticket, you have the freedom to choose which islands to visit and how much time to spend at each. Discover the elegance of Isola Bella, with its magnificent palace and formal gardens. Immerse yourself in the lush vegetation of Isola Madre and take a leisurely stroll along the charming promenade of Isola dei Pescatori. Enjoy breathtaking lake views as you travel between the islands, and soak up the tranquility and beauty of this idyllic destination.

Who is this for?

This boat tour is perfect for anyone seeking a unique and flexible way to explore the Borromean Islands. Whether you're a solo traveler, a couple, or a family, this tour caters to all. Nature enthusiasts will appreciate the diverse flora and fauna on the islands, while history buffs will be fascinated by the rich cultural heritage of the region. With its hop-on hop-off feature, this tour is ideal for those who like to set their own pace and explore at their leisure.

Why book this?

Immerse yourself in the beauty of Lake Maggiore and the Borromean Islands with this captivating boat tour. The hop-on hop-off feature allows you to tailor your experience to your preferences, ensuring you make the most of your time on the islands. From the grandeur of Isola Bella to the tranquility of Isola Madre, each island offers a unique and unforgettable experience. With multilingual captains and GPS commentary on board, you'll gain insight into the history and significance of each destination. Plus, the convenience of a shared transfer to the islands and all fees and taxes included make this tour hassle-free and enjoyable.

Good to know

Before embarking on your island hopping adventure, it's important to note that entrance tickets to the palaces and gardens of Isola Madre and Isola Bella are not included in the tour price. However, you have the option to purchase a combi ticket for euro 28. Additionally, there is a landing fee of 0.50 euro for each island, which is to be paid locally. Restrooms are available on board for your convenience. In case of bad weather conditions, the tour operator reserves the right to cancel a customer's booking for a full refund, ensuring your safety and satisfaction.

Reviews

Customers who have experienced the Stresa: 1-Day 3 Borromean Islands Hop-On Hop-Off Boat Tour have been enchanted by the beauty and tranquility of the Borromean Islands. They praise the flexibility of the hop-on hop-off feature, allowing them to explore at their own pace and spend as little or as much time as they desire on each island. The knowledgeable and friendly captains, along with the GPS commentary on board, provide valuable insights into the history and significance of the islands. Overall, customers express their satisfaction with the tour, describing it as a truly memorable and immersive experience.

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You can book at any time before the event

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Meeting point & End point

Departure from Ticket Office Servizio pubblico non di linea Every day from 9.30 to 18.00

Navigazione Isole Borromee Lago Maggiore S.N.C., Piazza Marconi, 28838 Stresa VB, IT

Your Itinerary

Isola Madre

Explore Lake Maggiore and the Borromean Islands at your own pace with a 1-day hop-on hop-off boat tour from Stresa. Get on and off the boats as often as you like as you admire the beautiful scenery of the lake and visit the superb sights on the islands. Starting season from March 19 st 2022, the date on which museums and gardens of Isola Bella and Madre will be opend, until November 1th 2022, the stop on the mother island will be guarenteed. Outside these dates the tour does not include a stop on the isola madre because museums and gardens will be closed (replaced by a brief circumnavigation of the island).Embark on our boats to begin the visit of the Borromean Islands and reach the first island: Isola Madre Isola Madre is the first stop, it rises in the middle of the gulf and presents itself with a magnificent Renaissance palace, surrounded by one of the oldest and most important gardens in Italy.

Admission Not Included

Island of the Fishermen (Isola dei Pescatori)

Isola Superiore dei Pescatori is the second stop, the most picturesque of the Borromean Islands, but owes its name to the activity of its inhabitants.The only one among the Borromean islands to be inhabited during all months of the year, it hosts a small village of fifty inhabitants characterized by a small square enclosed by narrow and sinuous alleys that lead to the promenade on the northern tip of the island.As clearly indicated by the name, fishing is still very popular, and it is possible to taste the fresh fruits in one of the numerous restaurants overlooking the lake. At the end of the visit of the Fishermen's Island you can take back the boats to reach Isola Bella.

Isola Bella

Isola Bella is the third stop of our boats, the most famous of the three islands, it hosts the princely Borromeo palace surrounded by an Italian garden, built on ten terraces. But what really strikes and leaves you speechless is the famous park: an Italian garden consisting of ten terraces overlapping in a cut pyramid, embellished with statues, fountains, rare shrubs, exotic plants and flowers with delicate scents such as magnolia and camellias. . The upper part of the gardens, nicknamed "amphitheater" for the performances that were held here, is surmounted by the unicorn, the emblem of the Borromeo family. Get on and off the boat as often as you like as you admire the beautiful scenery of the lake and visit the superb sights on the islands.The return takes place in Stresa Piazza Marconi, the headquarters of our boats.

Admission Not Included

Navigazione Sulle Isole Borromee del Lago Maggiore

Explore Lake Maggiore and the Borromean Islands at your own pace with a 1-day hop-on hop-off boat tour from Stresa. Get on and off the boat as often as you like as you admire the beautiful scenery of the lake and visit the superb sights on the islands.

Additional information

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for participants with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
We recommend visiting this stop order first stop Isola Madre, second Isola Pescatori at the end Isola Bella.
Animals are allowed on board the boats, it is not allowed to enter the Borromean properties.
In the 14th century the Borromeo, powerful feudal lords of the area but originally from San Miniato, became owners of the islands and thus began their transformation. Even today the family still owns Isola Bella and Isola Madre, in addition to the three rocks that emerged known as Castles of Cannero due to the ruins of medieval fortifications. Isola dei Pescatori is the only one permanently inhabited, albeit by a small community, while the two "sister" islands are coveted by tourists who admire the two splendid palaces and their gardens, famous throughout Europe for the quality of the landscape. and for the care and variety of plant architectures, made up of over 2000 varieties of different species. In Isola Madre there is also a large fauna of oriental birds, such as white peacocks, golden pheasants and parrots, free in the splendid garden. Isola Bella, on the other hand, has a garden that, skilfully designed over the centuries, has multicolored blooms throughout the year, in rotation among the various floral species (roses, orchids, bulbous plants, magnolias, orchards, azaleas, gardenias, wisteria).
Upon your arrival at Stresa Piazza Marconi you can contact one of the representatives at the ticket office or go directly to the pier of Isole Lago Maggiore s.n.c. to find the boat, recognizable by a large tricolor sail with the Italian flag. Please exchange your voucher at the ticket office to join the tour and make the payment of the landing fee.
Palace and garden are not included

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