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Explore Lake Maggiore and the Borromean Islands at your own pace with a private hop-on and hop-off boat service from Stresa. Admire the beautiful scenery and visit the enchanting islands of Isola Madre, Isola dei Pescatori and Isola Bella.
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Soak up stunning lake scenery during a private boat tour of Lake Maggiore to the Borromean Islands and Hermitage of Santa caterina cruise. With your own private vessel and captain, travel in style and enjoy total privacy as you bask in the Mediterranean sun. Glide by lush lakeside gardens and towns, stop to view Borromean Palace on Isola Bella or cruise to the other idyllic Borromean Islands and Hermitage. Upgrade to include a local guide, who will accompany you on the trip and reveal more about the history and culture of the region.
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Verbania is the chief town of the district around lake Maggiore; Pallanza, one of its centers, hosts the City hall and some of its most remarkable attractions. Among these, the outstanding Museum of Landscape, located in Palazzo Viani- Dugnani, keeps a vast collection of paintings, sculptures and photographs related to the culture and history of Lombardy and Piedmont. This private tour will lead you to discover these collections and, after a pleasant walk, to experience a visit to Villa Taranto botanical gardens: a unique 18 hectares park created by a Scottish traveller, featuring rare plants, trees and flowers from all over the world. Two different ways to witness the wonders of the landscapes of Lake Maggiore, which you will surely remember for long.
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Depart from Stresa and discover the wonderful Isola dei Pescatori and Isola Bella. Enjoy a lakeside lunch at the former and see the fantastic Palazzo Borromeo at the latter (not included in the cost of the tour).
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Panoramical Tour by boat around the Borromean Gulf. Admire historical villas and get stunning panoramas on a scenic cruise from Stresa to Hermitage of Santa caterina del sasso or Verbania Pallanza. Enjoy a 360-degree view of Lake Maggiore, sailing out towards the Hermitage of Santa Caterina del Sasso or Verbania pallanza
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Spend a day island hopping around the Borromean Islands with a 1-day hop-on hop boat ticket around Italy’s Lake Maggiore. Departing from the lakeside town of Stresa Piazza Marconi, create your own sightseeing schedule using the boat as transport. See the elegant island palace and formal gardens of Isola Madre, admire the lush vegetation on Isola Bella and stroll along the charming promenade of the tiny Isola dei Pescatori. Enjoy lake views as you cruise between them and spend as little or as long as you like at each island. You may reserve the right to cancel a customer's booking for a full refund in case of bad weather condiction.
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The two sides of lake Maggiore are amazingly different: Westwards, the sweet sines of the gulf on which Stresa and Baveno lay, in front of the charming Borromean Islands with their botanical gardens and villas. Eastwards, the deep waters in which high and wooded cliffs tumble down. This private tour will allow you to enjoy this beautiful diversity, taking you to the discovery of the amazing palaces and gardens, as welle as the characteristic small village on Isola dei Pescatori, with its narrow streets and coloured shops. This unforgettable experience will end with an exclusive aperitif, served onboard on your route back.
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Enjoy a boat tour of the beautiful Lake Maggiore and visit the stunning Isola Bella, one of the Borromean Islands. Enjoy traveling at your own pace with a hop-on hop-off boat tour from Stresa. Once on the island, you can explore the impressive Palace Museum and the well-tended gardens where you can expect to see white peacocks and the beautiful fountain dominating the garden. Explore Isola Bella at leisure with a hop-on hop-off boat ticket from Stresa. Glide across Lake Maggiore to the most famous of the Borromean Islands to visit the Palace Museum and Italianate gardens.
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Admire the wonderful gardens of Isola Madre, an ancient hunting reserve of the Borromeo family. Sail to Isola Bella for the elegant Borromean Palace, Italian garden terraces, and boutique shops. Explore Lake Maggiore, Isola Madre, and Isola Bella on a hop-on hop-off cruise from Stresa. Admire the gardens of Isola Madre and see the fantastic palace and Italian terraces.
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Lake Orta is a small, quite unknown pearl, lying a few kilometers westwards of Lake Maggiore. Its chief town, Orta San Giulio and the close by isle of San Giulio create a unique, charming "lounge" on the lake coastline. Starting from this beautiful, small harbor, you will have the chance to experience a romantic cruise around the lake, while the sun will slowly go down on the majestic mountains around. Cradled by the quiet waters of the lake and surrounded by the red light of sunset reflecting on it, you will enjoy an exclusive onboard aperitif, served with rich appetizers.
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The Borromeo family has ruled the lands across lake Maggiore for centuries and their descendants still own some of the gorgeous parks and mansions scattered around. The South-Western basin of the lake, named the Borromean gulf, is dotted by some small, charming islands. This exclusive cruise will lead you to discover the wonders of the three Borromean islands: the amazing botanical garden of Isola Madre, the largest one; the characteristic alleys of Isola dei Pescatori, the only permanently inhabited one, where you may enjoy a good lunch; finally, the superb baroque palace and garden of Isola Bella, dedicated by Carlo III Borromeo to his wife Isabella d'Adda.
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Lake Orta is a small, quite unknown pearl, lying a few kilometers westwards of Lake Maggiore. Its chief town, Orta San Giulio and the close by isle of San Giulio create a unique, charming "lounge" on the lake coastline. The small alleys, the ancient churches and the enchanting landscapes merge together in a scene of rare beauty. This exclusive tour will allow you to enjoy the fascinating atmosphere of the coastline village by a pleasant walk; later, a short, relaxing cruise will take you to the isle of San Giulio, 400 metres offshore, where you will witness the remains of the medieval settlements, a majestic romanesque church and an 19th century seminary.
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Private transfer from Stresa to Zurich Airport is designed for travelers who value reliability, comfort and a smooth international journey. You travel in a dedicated vehicle reserved only for your group. No shared rides, no unnecessary stops. Pickup is directly from your hotel or accommodation in Stresa, and drop-off is right at your terminal. Experienced, English-speaking drivers know the Italy–Switzerland routes in detail and plan each trip based on real traffic and border conditions to ensure on-time arrival. Vehicles are modern, clean and air-conditioned, with full assistance for luggage. Vans and trailers are available for larger groups or extra baggage. Pricing is fixed and transparent with no hidden fees and waiting time at pickup is included. This is a stress-free, door-to-door service you can rely on before your flight.
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Book your private departure transfer from Stresa, Lake Maggiore to Basel Port. Your driver will be waiting for you at a scheduled time and you will travel comfortably to your destination. • Meeting with a Nameplate • We track your Flight • Door-to-door Service • No Hidden Charges • Clean cars & Professional drivers
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The two sides of Lake Maggiore are amazingly different: westwards, the sweet sines of the gulf on which Stresa and Baveno lay, in front of the charming Borromean Islands with their botanical gardens and villas. Eastwards, the deep waters in which high and wooded cliffs tumble down. This private tour will allow you to enjoy this beautiful diversity, taking you to the discovery of two jewels, built sheer up on the water: the Borromean fortress of Angera, now a museum with, amazing Medieval decorations, the massive tower, from which your gaze can abrace a beautiful panorama and its Medieval garden. Then, the Hermitage of Santa Caterina, a religiuos complex perched on the cliff , overlooking Lake Maggiore. You'll realize how beauty has really occupied any possible space in these surroundings.
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This tour will take place after the standard touring hours and is ideal for those who want to know more about the lake Maggiore area experiencing a tour off the beaten track at a quiet time. You will enjoy an exclusive private tour partially on foot, strolling on an island, and partially by water taxi to see a beautiful corner of lake Maggiore before the golden hour, when the crowds are gone and when the atmosphere and the colours of the lake are at their best. Your local guide will take you on a guided walk on picturesque isola Pescatori, Fishermen's island, to give you an introduction about the area and a little bit of history of the island, its past activities and the area of enchanting lake Maggiore. The tour will go by boat for a unique cruise to enjoy the stunning scenery of the lake before the golden hour.
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Starting the day in a beautiful and relaxing way! Cruising on a private boat to discover lake Maggiore's coastline dotted with lovely towns and villages, villas and gardens with Micaela, your Italian personal local guide. While your fully licensed captain will take care of driving you around in a comfortable taxi boat, Micaela will point out the most picturesque towns and interesting villas and will tell you stories to learn more about this gorgeous lake of Italy. After your private cruise we will stop at Isola Pescatori to enjoy a guided stroll in the quaint village and a stop for an espresso coffee or a cappuccino!
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Arona, a beautiful town laying on the South-Western coast of lake Maggiore, gave birth in the 16th century to the future saint and bishop of Milan Carlo Borromeo. After a few decades from his death, a huge bronze statue dedicated to the memory of the revered citizen was built close to Arona and acted as an inspiration and a technical instruction for Frédéric-Auguste Bartholdi, the designer of the Statue of Liberty in New York. This exclusive tour will lead you from the charming centre of Arona to the hill where you will be able to visit the statue and enjoy a view of the lake, definitely from its "point of view". Later on, you will be guided to a local seasoning cellar, where a full tasting of wine and local, delicious varieties of cheese will be served. A day between amazing art and taste.
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The tour of the Villa Taranto Botanical Gardens, in Verbania on Lake Maggiore, begins at the main entrance and immediately introduces the site’s rich botanical and scenic heritage. You walk along the Conifer Avenue, with panoramic views, and reach the Italian Garden, featuring geometric flowerbeds, fountains, and fragrant rose gardens. The Tulip and Dahlia Maze offers spectacular seasonal blooms, while the Path of Essences hosts aromatic and tropical plants. The Serra Vittoria leads into exotic atmospheres, followed by the Maple Avenue and the Rhododendron Woods. Among the greenery stands the elegant Mausoleum Chapel. In the upper area, admire the Lotus Flower Pond, the Water Lily Pond, and the Terraced Gardens, with waterfalls, manicured lawns, and views over the lake and surrounding mountains. The route continues through the Winter Garden and the succulent area, then crosses the Villa Taranto Garden Bridge. The return passes by the Columned Well and the Staircase of Amphorae.
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The sunset on lake Maggiore paints the mountains around of amazing shades and fires up the water; at this time of the day, the blooming flowers in the garden of the Borromean Palace of Isola Bella become as one with the Sun reflections on the beautiful sculptures. This private tour will allow you to enjoy these unforgettable moments: after a short transfer by a fashionable vintage taxi-boat, a private guide will lead you across the island, OPEN IN EXCLUSIVE FOR YOUR AND NO OTHER VISITORS, which is actually a whole work of art; after a while, as the evening begins to fall, you will enjoy an exclusive aperitif in front of lake Maggiore.
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Book your Departure Private Transfer from Stresa, Lake Maggiore to Verona from any hotel or address. Don't go through all the hassle of waiting in a long taxi or shared shuttle queues and use our private, door to door airport transfer. We will contact you immediately after your booking to confirm it and will request any missed details of your trip if any. One day before the trip, you will receive the phone number of your driver for your convenience. Your driver will be waiting for you at a scheduled time and you will travel comfortably to your destination. • Meeting with a Nameplate • No Hidden Charges • Door-to-door Service • We track your Flight
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Meet two real mermaids in the water and on Fishermen's Island, in Lake Maggiore. Transport with speedboats Live a unique experience in Italy: a cruise in the picturesque Borromean Gulf, between Isola dei Pescatori and Isola Bella, departing from Stresa. Aboard a reserved speedboat, you will sail on the waters of Lake Maggiore until a magical moment: children will call the Sirens... and they will really emerge from the water, swimming towards the boat! The adventure continues on the island with a close encounter: tales, photos, pirate treasures and a special gift for each child. Complete the day exploring the Borromean Islands in total freedom, among authentic villages, spectacular views and relaxation on the lake. Gadgets for children included Speedboat transfers included Meeting with the Sirens + souvenir photo ️ Free time on Isola Pescatori and Isola Bella Perfect for families: emotion, nature and magic in one unforgettable experience.
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Daavid, your local professional private driver will accompany you from Malpensa airport to your hotel, residence or villa in Baveno or back on a stress-free transfer. Book your private ride and let your driver take you safely and in comfort to your destination!
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The two sides of lake Maggiore are amazingly different: Westwards, the sweet sines of the gulf on which Stresa and Baveno lay, in front of the charming Borromean Islands with their botanical gardens and villas. Eastwards, the deep waters in which high and wooded cliffs tumble down. A private cruise will take you across the lake, coasting the Islands, to reach by a cableway an amazing viewpoint on mount Sasso del Ferro, on the East coast. Here you will stare at the astonishing landscape of Lake Maggiore, the Borromean Isles and the Alps during a sunset in which the sun, the sky and the waters below will be as one. An exclusive aperitif will be served on a terrific terrace, where you will enjoy the quietness of the site.
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