Private Tour

Private Guided Boat Tour of Lake Maggiore's Borromeo Islands

Overview

Available languages

English

Italian

French

Mobile ticket

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 guided tour of lake Maggiore's islands using private charter boat for our transfers 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 in the world. 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, palms and the island's 16th-century villa which houses a puppet theatre collection.

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

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 is not recommended if visitors have walking problems

Cancellation Policy

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

What‘s Included

Professional local guide

Private tour

Private boat transfers as described

Borromeo Palace (for the 2 islands)

Borromeo Palace (for the 3 islands)

What To Expect

Borromeo Palace

You will visit the 16th-century villa on isola Madre if you choose the 3 islands'option. Otherwise you will see isola Madre from the boat if you book the 3-hour tour for 2 islands

1 hour•Admission Not Included

Isola Bella

You will stroll through the enchanting Italianate gardens on isola Bella and will be guided through the opulent rooms in the 17th-century Borromeo palace

2 hours•Admission Not Included

Options

From Stresa /Baveno 2 islands

From Pallanza 3 islands

From Pallanza 2 islands

From Stresa / Baveno 3 islands

From Laveno or Intra 3 islands

From Laveno or Intra 2 islands

Reviews

5.00

36 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Lake Maggiore is a gem, not to be missed
Elaine K,
Sep 10, 2023
- Viator
5.00
We were so impressed from the beginning to the end of our tour. I don’t usually book things online, especially in a foreign country, not being very proficient in using my phone to do things. I found the whole experience very professional from where to meet to taking us back to the same spot. Micaela was was so knowledgeable and went at our pace and made us feel very comfortable. The 3 hours went by so quickly and she kept us even a little longer since she wanted to make sure we didn’t miss anything. I have been in this area several times before but not to Lago Maggiore and I must say that was the best Lake and the most interesting things to see.
Italian esplendor !!
CESARF P,
Jul 14, 2023
- Viator
5.00
I have travel much around the world, the Borromeo Islands and lake Maggiore are among the 10 most beautiful places I have ever been !
The only way to view the islands
Emily D,
Jun 11, 2023
- Viator
5.00
Micaela was an AMAZING guide! We were in Stresa for our honeymoon, and Micaela picked us right up from our hotel. The private boat alone makes this tour worth it and micaela makes sure you are never stuck in a line. The history she told about each of the islands was fascinating. Highly HIGHLY recommend
Fantastic!!!
v5ddt2p7fw,
Jul 1, 2022
- Viator
5.00
We had such a wonderful day with Micaela! She was very knowledgeable and was great with our 6 year old! We also got to enjoy the amazing view from our private boat!
Excellent tour and guide
FAA1996,
May 21, 2019
- Viator
5.00
Thoroughly enjoyed our time on the lake with Micaela. She was very knowledgeable and pleasant, great english too. Recommend for anyone visiting the area and looking for a great way to spend the day visiting the islands.