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Private Boat Tour of Borromeo Islands fullday 8 hours

New To The Site! Lake Maggiore, Italy

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Experience a full day exploring Lake Maggiore and the beautiful lake landscape around it, exploring its crystal clear waters and the wonderful Borromean Islands, famous worldwide for their royal gardens and palace beauties. This tour offers an exclusive and privileged perspective to admire the natural and architectural riches of the area, giving you breathtaking views that you will carry with you for a long time and that you will want to see again soon. This tour is ideal for those who want to fully immerse themselves in the beauty of Lake Maggiore, exploring its islands and coasts in a relaxed and comfortable atmosphere. You can choose whether to have lunch in one of the local restaurants or by boat with our picnic baskets.

What's Included

  • Bottled water
  • Towel
  • Sound box
  • Gratuities
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What To Expect

Island of the Fishermen (Isola dei Pescatori) (Pass By)

The Fishermen's Island, located in Lake Maggiore, is the smallest and only inhabited of the Borromean Islands. Featuring a picturesque fishing village, it boasts narrow alleys, traditional multi-storey houses with protruding balconies for drying fish, and a medieval church, San Vittore. The island is known for its authentic atmosphere and cuisine based on lake fish.On Fishermen's Island you can walk through the picturesque alleys, visit the Church of San Vittore with its ancient frescoes, explore the local craft shops and taste typical fish dishes in the restaurants overlooking the lake. You can also relax on the lakefront, admiring the view of the mountains and other Borromean Islands. Stop on request
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Isola Bella (Pass By)

Isola Bella, on Lake Maggiore, is famous for its sumptuous Palazzo Borromeo and terraced Baroque gardens, full of statues, fountains and exotic plants. Transformed from bare rock into a work of architectural art, it offers spectacular views and stunning scenic beauty
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Isola Madre (Pass By)

Isola Madre, the largest of the Borromean Islands on Lake Maggiore, is renowned for its lush English botanical garden, populated by rare plants, exotic flowers and peacocks in the wild, and for Palazzo Borromeo, which preserves antique furnishings and collections of antique puppets.
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Eremo di Santa Caterina del Sasso (Pass By)

Santa Caterina del Sasso is a picturesque medieval hermitage perched on a cliff overlooking Lake Maggiore. Founded in the 12th century, it is known for its frescoes, mystical atmosphere and spectacular panoramic views of the lake.
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Cannero Riviera (Pass By)

Cannero Riviera is a picturesque village on Lake Maggiore, famous for its mild climate, quiet beaches and the "Castelli di Cannero," medieval ruins on rocky offshore islands. It is surrounded by flower gardens and offers lovely views and relaxing walks Stop on request
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Cannobio (Pass By)

Cannobio is a charming village on Lake Maggiore, known for its historic center with colorful buildings, the Church of San Vittore and the Sanctuary of the Pieta. It offers a busy beach, a lively Sunday market and lovely lakeside walks.
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Lesa (Pass By)

Lesa is a picturesque town in Piedmont located on the western shore of Lake Maggiore, in the province of Novara. Known for its elegant historic villas, such as Villa Stampa, where Alessandro Manzoni stayed, and for the ruins of the "Castellaccio", an ancient medieval fortification, Lesa offers a fascinating combination of history and natural beauty. The lakefront, with its picturesque views, and the hilltop hamlets of Calogna and Comnago, ideal for scenic excursions, make Lesa an ideal destination for those seeking tranquility and culture on the shores of the lake
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Arona (Pass By)

Arona is a lively town on Lake Maggiore, known for the Rocca Borromea, the picturesque lakefront and the statue of San Carlo Borromeo, one of the tallest bronze statues in the world. It is an ideal starting point for exploring the lake and offers a mix of history, culture and relaxation
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Angera (Pass By)

The Rocca di Angera is a majestic medieval fortress overlooking Lake Maggiore. It retains frescoed rooms, a doll and toy museum and offers spectacular panoramic views of the lake and its surroundings Stop on request
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Verbania (Pass By)

Verbania, overlooking Lake Maggiore, is known for its botanical gardens of Villa Taranto, elegant lakefront and picturesque hamlets. It is a great destination for nature, culture and relaxation, with beautiful views of the mountains and the lake
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

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Q: Will I get seasick on Private Boat Tour of Borromeo Islands fullday 8 hours?

A: If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy. Read more Feb 2023

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

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  • Bottled water
  • Towel
  • Sound box
  • Charge phone
  • Guide, the commander will tell you the wonders of the place!
  • Gratuities

Additional Info

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).
  • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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