The 10 Best Tours in Isola Bella, Piedmont

March 20, 2022 Marlin Saiz

Discover the best top things to do in Isola Bella, Italy including Private Sailing Sunset Excursion with Aperitivo on board from Taormina, Lake Maggiore and Borromean Islands, Ticket for Isola Madre & Bella from Stresa, Ticket for Isola Pescatori and Bella from Stresa, Lake Maggiore Half-Day Trip from Milan, Lake Maggiore Day Trip by Train from Milan Including Cruise to Isola Bella and Isola dei Pescatori, Sightseeing tour of Lake Maggiore from Stresa, Tour Etna - Taormina, Private Sailing Excursion Including Lunch on Board from Taormina, Lake Maggiore Daytrip from Milan - Private .

1. Private Sailing Sunset Excursion with Aperitivo on board from Taormina

Experience Taormina
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Visit the bays of Taormina by boat and learn the basics of sailing. Relax, swim, and enjoy a fresh fish aperitivo on board admiring the natural reserve of Isola Bella.

Inclusions: Pick up/Drop off from the hotels in Taormina, Letojanni and Giardini Naxos, Professional English speaking skipper, Boat trip along Taormina's bays, Aperitivo on board

Exclusions: Personal expenses and extras

Reviewed By 540nicke

Although the owner was pleasant, he seemed to have limited knowledge/information about the wines. The Sicilian dishes supposed to be paired were a piece of bread with sundried tomatoes on it and a fish ball - that’s it, nothing else. Not paired with wines as advertised and no other food or nibbles, again as advertised in the pictures. The wines were nice but but barely a mouthful. Once the restaurant started getting busy we were ignored so just left. Really not worth the money as we walked to a nearby bar a bought a bottle of similar quality wine for €22 and got free snacks!!

2. Lake Maggiore and Borromean Islands

Passaggio Duomo, 2, 20123 Milano MI, Italy Autostradale Bus Tour Milan Italy
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Ride an air-conditioned bus from Milan to the town of Stresa; from there, enjoy a pleasant boat cruise on Lake Maggiore. Explore the fascinating Borromean Islands including Isola Bella and Isola Pescatori. First stop at Isola Bella and visit the majestic Palazzo Borromeo with its exquisite Italian Gardens and outdoor cafe area. Stop for lunch at Isola dei Pescatori and you'll return to Stresa where, after a visit of the town, you'll board the coach back to Milan.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Boat ride on Lake Maggiore, Visit of Isola Bella, Visit of Isola dei Pescatori, Visit of Stresa, Entrances for Palazzo Borromeo

Exclusions: Meals and drinks, Hotel pick-up and drop-off

Reviewed By kathypJ4816EP

Very much enjoyed the day tour to Como. Our guide Frank was very knowledgeable and friendly. The bus ride, walking tour of Como, boat cruise of Lake Como, and 2 hour stop in Bellagio were great. I only wish there was more time to see Varenna...we were only there for 25 minutes.

3. Ticket for Isola Madre & Bella from Stresa

Piazza Guglielmo Marconi, 28838 Stresa VB, Italy C.M.A. Stresatours - Navigazione per le Isole Borromee
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We know that flexibility in this moment is necessary to organize a trip out of town; for this reason we want to make the Flex service available. We guarantee flexibility on all available dates, you can book your next tour in complete freedom. Should your plans change, you can change the date of your Flex-Ticket by easily requesting a voucher for the new date. No cost for changing the reservation of the chosen date. Book the Flex-Ticket service made available by the Consorzio Motoscafisti Associati C.M.A. by Stresatours with its fleet of 11 motor ships with variable capacity from 30 up to 60 seats, we will guarantee flexibility on the booking dates of transport to the Borromean Islands, you can plan your next trip to Lake Maggiore in total freedom.

Inclusions: Off-line public service: with shared transfer to Isola Madre and Bella., fuel costs, VAT included, Multilingual captains

Exclusions: Entrance ticket to the Isola Madre and Bella palace and gardens

Reviewed By Allard1964

One of the many public boat services on the Lago Maggiore. The service is improvised but the boats and captains are reliable. Rates seem to be flexible and subject to negotiation.

4. Ticket for Isola Pescatori and Bella from Stresa

Piazza Guglielmo Marconi, 28838 Stresa VB, Italy C.M.A. Stresatours - Navigazione per le Isole Borromee
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We know that flexibility in this moment is necessary to organize a trip out of town; for this reason we want to make the Flex service available. We guarantee flexibility on all available dates, you can book your next tour in complete freedom. Should your plans change, you can change the date of your Flex-Ticket by easily requesting a voucher for the new date. No cost for changing the reservation of the chosen date. Book the Flex-Ticket service made available by the Consorzio Motoscafisti Associati C.M.A. by Stresatours with its fleet of 11 motor ships with variable capacity from 30 up to 60 seats, we will guarantee flexibility on the booking dates of transport to the Borromean Islands, you can plan your next trip to Lake Maggiore in total freedom.

Inclusions: Non-scheduled public service: shared transfer to Isola dei Pescatori and Bella, fuel costs, VAT included, Multilingual captains

Exclusions: Isola Bella Palace and Garden Entrance Ticket

Reviewed By Allard1964

One of the many public boat services on the Lago Maggiore. The service is improvised but the boats and captains are reliable. Rates seem to be flexible and subject to negotiation.

5. Lake Maggiore Half-Day Trip from Milan

Milan Visitor Center - Zani Viaggi, Largo Cairoli, 18, 20121 Milano MI, Italy Zani Viaggi Day Tours
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Explore scenic Lake Maggiore in Italy's beautiful Lake District on a half day trip from Milan. The fashionable lakeside town of Stresa is an approximate 1.5-hour drive from Milan and is surrounded by majestic snowcapped mountains. After spending some free time in Stresa, shopping or simply relaxing and enjoying the stunning scenery, you'll take a two-hour panoramic boat cruise on Lake Maggiore, visiting the Borromean Islands – Isola Madre, Isola dei Pescatori and Isola Bella.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Professional guide, Boat cruise

Exclusions: Gratuities, Entrance to Palazzo Borromeo and Isola Bella Gardens, Food and drinks, unless specified

Reviewed By adcdiving

Como, the largest city in this region. Along the way we are regularly treated to beautiful views of small villages on the other side of the lake. The radiant sun makes it even more idyllic, but otherwise there is little to do in this region (at this time of year).

6. Lake Maggiore Day Trip by Train from Milan Including Cruise to Isola Bella and Isola dei Pescatori

Piazzale Luigi Cadorna, 14, 20123 Milano MI, Italy Veditalia - Day Tours
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Venture by train from Milan to one of Europe’s more graceful corners, Lake Maggiore, with its pretty lakeside towns and lush Borromean Islands. Spend a day cruising past Lake Maggiore's elegant villas and flowering Mediterranean gardens, and dock on Isola dei Pescatori for free time and Isola Bella. End with a visit to the lakeside town of Stresa before training back to Milan.

Inclusions: Professional guide, Round-trip train ride, Lake Maggiore boat cruise

Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Gratuities, Food and drinks, Entrance ticket to Borromeo Palace and gardens

Reviewed By mattwN731OW

My girlfriend and I had just a single full day to spend exploring on a quick stop through Milan last September, 2019. I sort of fancy myself as a bit of an amateur historian and planned to explore the city on my own, but she knew better and booked us for the "Milan in 1 Day" tour with Veditalia. Am I ever glad she did! I had never been to Milan before and had a pretty lengthy list of things I wanted to see if ever one day I would visit. We saw most of the items on that list, and discovered many great sights that weren't on the list (but should have been) as well. And our guide for the day, Charlie, was perhaps the best and most delightfully unexpected discovery of them all! He was organized, well spoken, charming, humorous and very knowledgeable about not only the attractions on our itinerary, their history and cultural significance, but also seamlessly weaved in with that their relationship with life in the city over time up to and including the issues of life in modern Italy today. I gained a new appreciation for and understanding of Italy that I totally was not expecting. I could not ask for more than that! Thank you Charlie. And thank you Veditalia. You were a personal force-multiplier for my enjoyment of a trip I'd dreamed about making for decades. I will definitely book with you again on my next visit. :)

7. Sightseeing tour of Lake Maggiore from Stresa

Piazza Guglielmo Marconi, 28838 Stresa VB, Italy Zani Viaggi Day Tours
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Visit the fashionable Stresa and the amazing Islands on Lake Maggiore on a day trip from Milan. Set in Italy's beautiful Lake District just 1.5-hour drive from Milan, Lake Maggiore is surrounded by the majestic Alps and home to some of Italy’s most impressive gardens. After some free time for shopping in Stresa, you will take a two-hour panoramic boat cruise on the lake, visiting the Borromean Islands – Isola Madre, Isola dei Pescatori and Isola Bella. On the borders of Piedmont, Lombardy and Switzerland, Lake Maggiore, also known as Verbano is the second largest Italian lake. 

Inclusions: Professional English speaking guide, Boat cruise

Exclusions: Tips (optional), Food and drinks, unless specified, Entrance to Palazzo Borromeo and Isola Bella Gardens

Reviewed By adcdiving

Como, the largest city in this region. Along the way we are regularly treated to beautiful views of small villages on the other side of the lake. The radiant sun makes it even more idyllic, but otherwise there is little to do in this region (at this time of year).

8. Tour Etna - Taormina

Catania Fontanarossa Airport, Via Fontanarossa, 95121 Catania CT, Italy Sicily With Us

A spectacular immersion among the rare beauties that Sicily offers. Visit to the Greek Theater of Taormina and Isola Bella, Crateri Silvestri and Valle del Bove.

Inclusions: Professional Guide

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9. Private Sailing Excursion Including Lunch on Board from Taormina

Experience Taormina

Visit the bays of Taormina by boat and learn the basics of sailing during this private 8-hour excursion including lunch. Relax, swim, and enjoy a fresh fish lunch on board admiring the natural reserve of Isola Bella.

Inclusions: Round trip transportation with Mercedes Car available from Taormina, Giardini Naxos and Letojanni, Professional English-speaking skipper, Boat trip along Taormina's bays, All taxes, fuel surcharges and service fees included, Water, Soft drinks on board, Fish based lunch with wine (1 bottle every 3 people)

Exclusions: Personal expenses and extras

Reviewed By 540nicke

Although the owner was pleasant, he seemed to have limited knowledge/information about the wines. The Sicilian dishes supposed to be paired were a piece of bread with sundried tomatoes on it and a fish ball - that’s it, nothing else. Not paired with wines as advertised and no other food or nibbles, again as advertised in the pictures. The wines were nice but but barely a mouthful. Once the restaurant started getting busy we were ignored so just left. Really not worth the money as we walked to a nearby bar a bought a bottle of similar quality wine for €22 and got free snacks!!

10. Lake Maggiore Daytrip from Milan - Private

Kiss From Italy

This private experience will start with a private pick-up by Mercedes sedan/minivan at your hotel in Milan. Your private and friendly English-speaking driver will take you to explore the beautiful Lake Maggiore. After arriving to the town of Stresa, a nice ferry-boat ride will take you to the Borromean islands. Here you will explore the magnificent Borromean Palace and the stunning gardens offering amazing views on the lake. On the island you can enjoy lunch and then continue the tour with your driver and if you wish you may stop to visit the Eremo of Santa Caterina, an ancient monastery and the Rocca di Angera a fortress overlooking the lake built in the 13th century. At the end of the day, your private driver will take you back to your hotel in Milan. This is a private experience and you will not be part of a group

Inclusions: Private transportation, Ferry-boat tickets, Roundtrip transportation from your hotel in Milan, Private Experience - You will not be part of a group

Exclusions: Lunch

Reviewed By Michael H

The tour guide was knowledgeable and provided detailed information taking us do all the major sites including the Colosseum, Sistine Chapel, Pantheon and others. The trip was well planned for us and all in all a delightful experience. Of note for cruise passengers that sign up for a Rome tour, abort a 70 mile drive,the driver is not allowed to leave the vehicle to offer any guide services and a separate guide must be separately arranged or you are dropped off on your own at the various sites. Our tour provided for complete coverage seamlessly. Other tours may offer complete service but I found none that met our needs

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