Baveno

Tours

Get stunning views of Lake Maggiore and the small islands and islets of the Borromean Islands on an exclusive boat service between Stresa and Isola Bella. Travel at your own pace and according to your preferred schedule. Leave the boat at any of the islands and hop back on the next boat when you want to continue. Relax aboard the modern vessels as they ferry you between the most characteristic places on Lake Maggiore. Hop-off at the romantic island of Isola Bella to visit the Palace Museum and its Italianate gardens at your own expense. Go for a stroll around the fishing village on the other side of the tiny island. Cross back to Stresa, where you can journey up into the hills to visit the botanical gardens of the Giardino Botanico Alpinia at leisure. 

Explore the Borromean Islands on a boat excursion from Feriolo. Visit Isola Bella, Isola Pescatori, and Isola Madre. Admire the grandiose baroque Italian gardens and the English botanical garden. Depart from Feriolo to Isola Bella first. Visit the Borromeo Palace and its grandiose baroque Italian Gardens. Cruise to Isola Pescatori and explore the ancient village on the most picturesque "island of fishermens" and get back in its charming history. Cruise to Isola Madre and visit the English botanical garden or take a swim in the beautiful waters of Lake Maggiore. Return on a boat cruise to Feriolo.

Explore the Luino market on a boat trip from the campsite pier and Feriolo. Enjoy a family-friendly day out with the option to add a visit to the market and a boat trip around Lake Maggiore and Cannero Castels. Join us on a journey to discover the biggest street traditional market of Luino, one of the biggest on lake maggiore area, with an enchanting boat cruise around the ruins of the Castles of Cannero Riviera. Depart from the campsite pier and Feriolo and head to Luino. Explore the market and find the perfect souvenir to take home.

Join a journey to discover the Hermitage of Santa Caterina del Sasso with an enchanting boat cruise around the Borromean Islands. Admire the beautiful scenery and visit one of the most famous sites on Lake Maggiore. Raised on the raw rock wall, on the “wild” Lombard shore of Lake Maggiore, the hermitage of Santa Caterina del Sasso is reflected in its deep waters. Admire the beautiful scenery and visit one of the most famous sites on Lake Maggiore. The cost of the excursion is €15.00 per person (from 13 years old), €5.00 for children from 0 to 12 years old. Special family offer: 2 adults + 2 children 0-23 months €30.00. The entrance ticket to the Hermitage costs €5.00 per adult (children 0-17 years free).

Explore the Borromean Islands on a boat excursion from Feriolo. Visit Isola Bella and Isola Pescatori. See the Borromeo Palace and its grandiose baroque Italian Gardens. Cruise to Isola Pescatori and explore the ancient village on the most picturesque "island of fishermens" and get back in its charming history. Cruise to Isola Pescatori and explore the ancient village on the most picturesque "island of fishermens" and get back in its charming history. Return on a boat cruise to Feriolo boat station.

Navigate the waters of Lake Maggiore with your group of family or friends on a sunset cruise from Stresa. Explore the Borromean Gulf admire the sights and scenery from the water as you pass by Isola Madre, Isola dei Pescatori, and Isola Bella. The boat you use throughout this activity is suitable for small groups of people for parties or a romantic getaway with your partner. Larger groups can also be accommodated inside of the boat, protected from the weather while still being able to enjoy wide views of the lake through the boat's large windows and open terrace area. Finish off your cruise with a tour of the most famous Island, Isola Bella from the lake view. Sail around the Borromeo Palace and see the Italian gardens and terraces, where, if you are lucky, you will be able to see some white peacocks peeking out.

You can't visit Italy without trying at least one pasta dish... So, we'll teach you two! Learn how to roll 'sfoglia' (fresh pasta) by hand and how to prepare 2 simple different kinds of pasta from scratch with your Cesarina. As the icing on the cake you will learn to prepare also the iconic Tiramisu. Share your passion for the Italian cuisine as you make new friends in this hands-on cooking class. It's a great way to truly experience Italian culture. Le Cesarine is Italy’s oldest network of home cooks all over the country. They are welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.

Avoid the restrictive schedules of most sightseeing tours and discover the beauty of Lake Maggiore and the Borromean Islands at your own pace. Avail of an exclusive private boat service between Stresa and the islands of Isola Bella, Isola dei Pescatori and Isola Madre. Relax aboard the comfortable boats as you take in the stunning views of the lake. Jump off at Isola Bella to visit the summer palace of Count Vitaliano VI. Stroll around the gardens of Palazzo Borromeo on Isola Madre. Find a nice spot for lunch in the fishing village on Isola dei Pescatori, the only island of the archipelago still inhabited.

Enjoy a private taxi boat transfer to the Fishermen’s Island for a special dinner. Choose the restaurant where you will spend your unforgettable evening. Depart from Feriolo Pier at 18:15 and join a private taxi boat transfer to the Fishermen’s Island. Choose the restaurant where you will spend your unforgettable evening. Arrive at the Fishermen’s Island around 18:30. The excursion will take place if the minimum number of paying participants has been reached and the lake/weather conditions are good. After dinner, the boat will leave the island at 20:45 and take you back to Feriolo.

Stroll around the traditional street market of Stresa. Discover by boat the charms of the Isola Bella and walk along the narrow streets of the picturesque Isola Pescatori. Depart from Feriolo and Isolino Pier and arrive in Stresa. Enjoy free time to explore Stresa. Every 30 minutes, private boats depart from Piazza Marconi. Depart from Isola Bella at 15:50 and arrive at Feriolo Pier at about 16:00. The cost of the excursion, reserved for the kind guests of the accommodation facilities, is €20 per adult, €5 for children aged 0 to 12 years. Special offer for families (2 adults + 2 children 0-23 months): €40. In order to guarantee greater comfort during navigation, Maxi Strollers will not be allowed on board and a total of max. 3 dogs. Pay a landing tax of €0.50 per person (from 6 years), per island. The amount must be paid on board, in cash. The excursions will take place when the minimum number of 10 people (adults) is reached and in favorable weather and lake conditions. If the minimum number is not reached and/or if the weather conditions are adverse and prevent the excursion, the company ISOLE LAGO MAGGIORE: NAVIGAZIONE ISOLE BORROMEE SNC will undertake to reimburse you the cost of the ticket. Depart from the pier at approximately 9:30 am and return to the pier at about 4:00 pm. Respect the departure times, a maximum of 5 minutes of delay is allowed, subsequently the reservation will be canceled and the amount paid will not be refunded. Entrance to the Palaces of the Borromeo Islands is not included in the price, it is possible to purchase the ticket directly on site on the Island or online. Any anomalies and inconsistencies relating to the booking such as age and definitive number of participants will be checked at the boarding gate. In the event of an incorrect booking, the company reserves the right to modify/cancel the booking. Communications relating to time changes or possible cancellation of the excursion will be sent exclusively via email.