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From Milan: Lake Maggiore Day Trip with Borromean Islands
Features
- Free cancellation available
- 10h
- Mobile voucher
- Instant confirmation
Overview
- Explore palaces, gardens, and traditional island villages
- Enjoy free time on each island at your own pace
- A marvellous sanctuary of calm
- Step into the lush, dreamlike gardens of Isola Madre.
Activity location
- Lake Maggiore
- Castelveccana, Lombardy, Italy
Meeting/Redemption Point
- Piazza Duca d'Aosta, 1, 20124 Milano MI, Italia | The meeting point is exactly the one shown in the photo. (8:00) We kindly ask all guests to be expressly and rigorously on time: the train will not wait, and late arrivals will not be able to join the tour or receive a refund. Please arrive 10 minutes early to ensure a smooth check‑in. “Please be aware that by 8:20 the train has already left, so late arrivals cannot join the tour.”
- Milano, Lombardia, Italy
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What's included, what's not
- Train travel from Milan to Arona
- Boat cruise to Borromean Islands
- Visit to Isola Madre
- Visit to Isola Bella
- Visit to Isola dei Pescatori
- Free time to explore gardens, palaces, and lakeside views
- Isola Madre — botanical gardens and a historic villa surrounded by the quiet of the lake.
- Isola Bella — a baroque palace and terraced gardens rich in art and dramatic scenery.
- Isola dei Pescatori — a traditional village with narrow lanes, small shops, and an authentic atmosphere recommended for lunch with typical local restaurant
- You’ll have enough free time during the day to visit the palaces and gardens, and you can purchase the entrance tickets directly on the islands if you wish.
- Food and drinks
- Personal expenses
Know before you book
- Not suitable for: Children under 16 years, People over 260 lbs (118 kg), People over 95 years
What you can expect
Begin your journey with a train ride from Milan to the charming town of Arona, where the lake opens in front of you with its Alpine backdrop and relaxed atmosphere. From here, board a local boat and cruise across the Borromean Gulf, stopping at the three iconic Borromean Islands.
Explore the lush gardens and noble halls of Isola Madre, admire the baroque splendor and white peacocks of Isola Bella, and wander through the narrow lanes of the fishermen’s village on Isola dei Pescatori.
Enjoy free time on each island to explore at your own pace, taste local cuisine, or simply take in the views. This experience combines culture, nature, and gentle adventure, offering a refreshing escape from the city and a perfect introduction to one of Northern Italy’s most enchanting lakes.A marvellous lakeside corner untouched by noise and rush delightful enclave of silence
“Please note: the tour requires a minimum of 3 participants to operate.”
“Note: the tour will be confirmed once the minimum number of participants is reached.”
Location
Activity location
- Lake Maggiore
- Castelveccana, Lombardy, Italy
Meeting/Redemption Point
- Piazza Duca d'Aosta, 1, 20124 Milano MI, Italia | The meeting point is exactly the one shown in the photo. (8:00) We kindly ask all guests to be expressly and rigorously on time: the train will not wait, and late arrivals will not be able to join the tour or receive a refund. Please arrive 10 minutes early to ensure a smooth check‑in. “Please be aware that by 8:20 the train has already left, so late arrivals cannot join the tour.”
- Milano, Lombardia, Italy