Private Guided Boat Tour of Lake Maggiore's Borromeo Islands

5.0(41)5 hFree cancellationBy Micaela Lucini

About this activity

Hello, I'm Micaela Lucini, an expert local guide in Stresa. If you wish a tailor made tour, with different timings and options, please get in touch with me. This is a 3-hour guided tour of lake Maggiore's islands using private charter boat for our transfers ( NO SWIMMING!) to explore beautiful isola Bella, the most famous of the Borromeo islands, and Fishermen's island accompanied by a personal English-speaking tour guide. Discover an incredible island - isola Bella - where art, history, architecture, exotic and mediterranean species make this place at the foot of the Alps something unique. Stroll through the quaint village on isola Pescatori to discover the old island's activities. Enjoy a private water tour around isola Madre to admire it from the lake or make the most of your trip and include also a stop and guided visit to isola Madre to explore its lovely botanical gardens with orange trees, agaves, and the island's 16th-century villa housing a puppet theatre collection.

What's included

✓Professional local guide
✓Private tour
✓NO SWIMMING. This tour is not for swimming
✓Private boat transfers as described

Not included

✕Borromeo Palace (for the 2 islands)
✕Borromeo Palace (for the 3 islands)

Meeting and pickup

Pick up in Baveno is at the main ferry port in piazza IV novembre. Pick up at hotel Splendid's private pier is possible with a supplement.

Good to know

Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Please get in touch with Micaela for any doubt, if you have special needs or should you wish to customize the length or itinerary of your tour
Longer tour ( 5 hours) is not recommended if visitors have walking problems. Longer tour is not recommended for small children

Cancellation policy

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

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