From Stresa: 2 Borromean Islands Hop-on Hop-off Boat Tour – Rome, Italy

EXPERIENCE:

Discover the beautiful Lake Maggiore and the Borromean Islands on this hop-on hop-off boat tour. Cruise from Stresa to 2 of the Borromean Islands, either Isola Madre and Isola Bella, or Isola dei Pescatori and Isola Bella.

After making your way to the meeting point, board the modern boat and set off to Lake Maggiore’s most characteristic places. Relax and enjoy the beauty of the lake as you go. As you cruise, hear fascinating facts about the sights with a geolocalized audio guide in English and Italian.

When the boat arrives at each island, simply hop off the boat and hop back on the next boat when you want to continue your tour. Explore the islands’ attractions and natural beauty at your own pace.

Isola Madre and Isola Bella

Embark on a boat trip from Stresa Piazza Marconi and discover the two most visited Borromean Islands on Lake Maggiore. First, visit Isola Madre which is the farthest island from Stresa. Explore the island, which is famous for its botanical gardens. See the free-living birdlife and admire the peacocks and pheasants who stroll calmly through the gardens.

Discover the unique plants of the island, such as the famous Cashmere tree and Bougainville. You can also visit the villa with its puppet collection. Next, visit Isola Bella most famous for its palace, splendid caves, and Italian-style gardens, before returning to Stresa.

Isola dei Pescatori and Isola Bella

First, visit Isola dei Pescatori, the only one of the Borromean Islands inhabited all year round. Explore its many charming alleys and stop to taste the typical dishes of the lake at one of the numerous restaurants. Finish your island tour with a stop at Isola Bella most famous for its palace, splendid caves, and Italian-style gardens.

Admire the views from the famous terraces, enjoy some shopping in the elegant boutique stores, or visit the local handicraft market, before returning to Stresa.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:

Enjoy traveling at your own pace with a hop-on, hop-off boat tour
See the Borromean palace and gardens of Isola Bella and Isola Madre
Photograph white peacocks and botanical garden with numerous botanical species
Admire the views from the modern boat and listen to the audio commentary

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