Lake Maggiore Day Trip from Milan: Scenic Exploration of Italy's Beautiful Lake District

Embark on a scenic day trip from Milan to Lake Maggiore in Italy’s beautiful Lake District. Explore the fashionable town of Stresa and take a panoramic boat cruise to the Borromean Islands.

Duration: 10 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Lago Maggiore - On the borders of Piedmont, Lombardy and Switzerland, Lake Maggiore, also known as Verbano is the second largest Italian lake. Your visit will start with a lake cruise.
    On board you will enjoy the view of exquisite lakeside villas and lush gardens surrounded by crystal blue waters set amidst the beauty of snow capped alps.
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What's Included
  • Palazzo Borromeo entrance
  • Professional guide
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • Boat cruise
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
Additional Information

Embark on a day journey to Lake Maggiore, a picturesque view in Italy’s magnificent Lake District, from Milan. Stresa, a trendy town by the lake, is about a 1.5-hour drive from Milan, enveloped by impressive mountains topped with snow. After having some leisure time in Stresa, whether for shopping or simply unwinding and soaking in the astounding…

Location
Milan Visitor Center - Zani Viaggi
Largo Cairoli
Please be ready at the meeting point 15 minutes before the departure of the tour.
Cancellation Policy

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

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Laura_b
Jun 18, 2024
Perfect day trip from Milan - A beautiful glimpse into the Italian countryside. Only 90 minutes from Milan it’s like entering a different universe. So much natural beauty on all the islands and shore. Also the perfect time for a day trip, not too long or short
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Amanda_c
May 14, 2024
Definitely recommend - Very good tour guide. Easy travel day. Good timing spent at each location. Well done and would book with Zani again
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Annamaria_c
Sep 5, 2023
Entertaining, informative and enjoyable. 100% - We enjoyed the geography and history lesson from Salvatore. The tour thru’ the Barromeo residence was truly amazing. Our guides were informed, professional and passionate. We don’t generally commit to tours but we are thrilled we booked this one ! It was a memorable day in every respect and Stresa is certainly a destination not to be missed.
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Tony_g
Jun 13, 2023
Well organized day - I have been to Lake Como a few times on different trips to Milan, but was looking for something different to do with friends from work on the free Sunday we had. This trip did not disappoint and was well organized and exceeded everyone’s expectations.
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Benoitblair
May 17, 2023
Beautiful day at Lake Maggiore - Fabulous trip, Lake Maggiore is absolutely stunning and the tour guide were brilliant. We had a fantastic day. The driver of tour bus was very skilled and efficient.
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Camacheli
Sep 11, 2019
great half day in italy - well organized day with everything related to the tour. the host was great!! recommended for all travelers to Milan.
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Sheryn_e
Aug 7, 2019
A Wonderful Tour, Not to be missed! - My husband and I took this tour on Monday the 5th August and we were not disappointed. We traveled in a very comfortable Air conditioned coach all perhaps 13 of us. Our tour guide Stephano (I think) was very informative and knowledgeable. The highlight for us was definitely Isola Bella, the gardens so very beautiful. In my opinion more so, than Monet's gardens in Giverny of which we also saw with Viator 2 years ago. If you love gardens, the sea air, little boat trips and pretty island villages then this is the tour for you. We absolutely loved it!
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Lynette_r
Sep 9, 2024
Enjoyed the Day - We enjoyed the tour despite it raining all day. Unfortunately we didn’t get to spend time in Stresa because of the heavy rain. We opted for a pickup from the hotel but had to find our way back to the hotel in the pouring rain. It would have been better if Zani Viaggi provided return hotel transport since the tour was cut short.
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Susan_c
Sep 5, 2023
Isola Bella Palace and... - Isola Bella Palace and surrounding gardens. Salvatore was terrific. Very knowledgeable about the history and geography. Thoroughly enjoyed spending time with him:
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Lisa_c
Sep 2, 2023
Spectacular scenery - Visiting the palace and our guide was amazing .Gardens were spectacular .Weather dreadful but still amazing scenery .Town of Stressa and it’s big old hotels great to walk around .Boat trip great.Recommend if you are short on time
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