Join a boat trip from Baveno to the Borromean Islands. Visit the islands of Madre and Bella to see lovely gardens and historic palaces. Stop at Pescatori Island to explore its quaint fishing village.
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.
- Host or greeter
- Italian, English, French, German
Experience
Starting location:
Summer Boats Consorzio Motoscafisti
Isola Madre
Free time, Hop-on Hop-off stop
Isola Bella
Free time, Hop-on Hop-off stop
Isola dei Pescatori
Free time, Hop-on Hop-off stop
Arrive back at:
Summer Boats Consorzio Motoscafisti
For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.
- Lose yourself as you wander the narrow, yet charming alleys of Pescatori
- Be immersed in the beauty of a baroque palace and terraced gardens
- Feel at ease and relax as you sail between the islands of Lake Maggiore
- Have time to explore each island and their treasures on your own
- Visit the impressive botanical garden surrounding Palazzo Borromeo
Visit the Borromean Islands of Lake Maggiore on a hop-on hop-off style boat tour from Baveno. Hop between the islands of Madre, Bella, and Pescatori, and have time to spend exploring them.
Embark your boat and depart from Baveno, sailing into the lake towards your first island. Arrive at Madre Island where you can admire the famous English botanical gardens and Palazzo Borromeo.
Leave Madre for Bella Island. Be in awe of its baroque palace, Italian gardens, and 10 terraces that slope towards the lake.
Head for Pescatori Island to feel the charming effects of its picturesque fishing village with meandering alleys and multi-story buildings.
From Pescatori, conclude your tour with a return to Baveno.
- Hop-on hop-off boat tour
- Free time on each island
- Landing fee (€0.50 per person per island to be paid locally)
- Entry tickets to the palace and gardens of Isola Madre and Isola Bella
- People with mobility impairments
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The meeting point is located in Piazza IV Novembre in Baveno where the activity provider's office is clearly visible. The staff is recognizable by the t-shirts with the "Summer Boats" logo. The ticket office is recognizable by the "Summer Boats" sign. Printed coupon is required. The coupon ticket will be replaced with the "Summer Boats" sailing ticket.
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Know before you go
- Tour departure takes place from 9:45 AM until 11:45 AM. Returns are until 5/6 PM
- In March, April, and October the tour is only offered on weekends and holidays
- In May, June, July, August, and September the tour runs daily
- The landing fee of €0.50 per person per island is not included in the price. Children under 4 do not pay the fee
- Dogs are allowed on board but are not allowed in the palaces and gardens of Isola Bella and Isola Madre. Small-sized dogs sail for free while medium-sized dogs may incur a supplement of €3
- In case of bad weather, the tour will not operate
- The order of stops is Isola Madre, Isola Bella, and finally Isola Pescatori