With Switzerland just a short trip away, this tour makes the most of the gems on Lake Maggiore's doorstep. You'll embark on a journey through the Ossola Valley to reach the Swiss resort of Zermatt, presided over by the iconic peak of the Matterhorn.
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Known locally as La Cenerentola, or Cinderella, Lake Orta has an ethereal, unspoilt quality far away from the crowds. You'll journey along its shores during what promises to be a relaxing afternoon tour from Lake Maggiore.While Lake Orta is the smaller and less visited of Italy's subalpine lakes, it's considered one of the prettiest by many. You'll be able to judge for yourself on this tour, which takes you to its most scenic points along the shore. There's free time to sip a drink at a café in a lakeside piazza or just sit back and soak up the lake's mountain backdrops. It's a very romantic setting.You'll also catch sight of the islet in the middle of the lake, San Giulio, one of the northern Italy's best-kept secrets. Hop aboard a short boat ride across and make sure to visit its Romanesque basilica, famed for its frescoes.
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Lake Como, Maggiore and Lugano Tour
For scenery, it's hard to beat what you'll encounter on this three-lakes, two-countries tour. You'll explore lakes Maggiore, Lugano and Como, and get to spend time in Lugano, Tremezzo and Como. A perfect mix of amazing Alpine landscapes and history-steeped towns and cities.The trip begins on a high as we pass the romantic ‘floating' castles of Cannero on the western shores of Lake Maggiore. Cross the border into Switzerland, heading for Lugano, which is nestled between the peaks of San Salvatore and Monte Bré. Stroll along the palm and cypress-lined promenade, and head for the Piazza Riforma and Ciani Park for some sightseeing, or Via Nassa for some shopping.We cross back into Italy next, heading for the rustic lakeside village of Tremezzo. Admire its lavish collection of palaces. One, Villa Carlotta, can be visited. Every ceiling is a masterpiece and its art collection and botanical gardens are out of this world. Rounding off the day is a stop at Como, an elegant city that blends Italianate and Habsburg styles.
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Milan is more than just a place for fashionistas or football fans – there's a historic side to the city beyond its cool, cosmopolitan and chic exterior. And this tour does just that – you'll see the best and most impressive side of Milan, including the Duomo and Sforza Castle.
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Located at the base of Monte Rosa, the village of Macugnaga is your passport to an Alpine adventure. This half-day tour takes you on a scenic trip to the village from Lake Maggiore, where you can catch the Belvedere chairlift up the mountain for even more jaw-dropping views.
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Buy your tickets for the Borromeo Palace and Italian Baroque gardens of Isola Bella. Discover the splendor of the Borromee Islands on Lake Maggiore.
Buy your Isola Madre entry ticket. Get informed, plan and book your amazing activities in the Borromean Islands.
Navigation service from Stresa to Isola Madre, Isola Pescatori and Isola Bella
Use the convenient hop-on hop-off navigation service, discover the Baroque palace and the English botanical garden and enjoy shopping in typical shops and stalls.
Take a step back in time to the Middle Ages in the Rocca di Angera. Visit the historical halls, the garden, and the Doll and Toy Museum, the largest in Europe.
Isola Madre hop-on hop-off tour from Stresa
Discover the beautiful Isola Madre, admire the spectacular Renaissance palace, surrounded by its beautiful English-style garden and visit the wonderful and unique botanical park.
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Tickets for Villa Pallavicino Park
Book your tickets for the Park of Villa Pallavicino on the shores of Lake Maggiore. Stroll through the tree-lined avenues and meet the llamas, deer and goats of the farm.
Small-Group Pasta and Tiramisu Class in Lake Maggiore
Learn to prepare traditional pasta dishes and Tiramisu in an authentic Italian cooking class. Join local home cooks for a culinary adventure!
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