Explore Lake Maggiore and the Borromean Islands at your own pace with a 1-day hop-on hop-off boat tour from Stresa. Admire the beautiful scenery of the lake and visit the superb sights on the islands.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
- Reserve now & pay later
- Keep your travel plans flexible — book your spot and pay nothing today.
- Valid 1 day
- Check availability to see starting times.
- Skip the ticket line
- Host or greeter
- English, French, Italian, German, Spanish
- Audio guide included
- English, Italian
Highlighted reviews from other travelers
Fabulous experience! Would highly recommend this tour.
Boats arrived on the dot- captains were looking for our little passes. A little sign on the front of the boat will match your pass. There are other operators using the same system so just be aware of that when half of the people at the dock are whisked away and you still there. Be patient, your boat will come!! Found some good buys & good food on Isola do Pescaroli. Sadly we didn’t allot enough time to tour the palaces, will def do that next time!! Very fun and beautiful.
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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 landing fee payment. There is no set arrival time, as this is not a timed service.
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What to bring
- Comfortable shoes
- Cash
Not allowed
- Luggage or large bags
- Bikes
- Alcohol and drugs
- Walking frames
Know before you go
- To ensure the smooth operation of the service, please respect the tour departure
- Tour departure takes place from about 09.45 AM until 13:15 AM
- The departure times of the tour start from 09.45 AM until about 13:15 PM (last departure to 3 islands of the day) and the last departure time from Isola Madre (first stop) to other islands at 14.50
- From 16 March 2024 to 3 November 2024 the palaces and gardens will be open
- The entrance ticket to the palace and garden of Isola Bella and Isola Madre is not included
- Pets are allowed on the boat but not inside the museum and garden
- The 3 boat tour stops are Stresa, Isola Madre, Isola dei Pescatori, and Isola Bella
- A landing tax of €0.50 needs to be paid per person for each island at the ticket office (cash only)
- This tour may be canceled for poor weather, and a refund will be issued
- Since this is a non-scheduled public service, the departure, transfer, and return times are at the complete discretion of the customer.