Isola dei Pescatori: Hop-on Hop-off Boat Tour from Stresa

About this experience

The Isola dei Pescatori hop-on hop-off boat tour is a guided cruise departing from Piazza Guglielmo Marconi in Stresa, taking visitors across Lake Maggiore to the Borromean Islands. Lake Maggiore sits on the border of Lombardy and Piedmont, roughly an hour from Milan, and the Borromean Islands have been a destination for travellers since the 17th century. The tour runs with live onboard commentary, giving context to the lake's history and the islands as the boat moves between stops. At Isola dei Pescatori, visitors can explore the narrow lanes of the fishing village, browse a craft market, and stop for lunch at one of the lakeside restaurants, where the local menu typically features lake fish including perch and whitefish. The flexible hop-on hop-off format means guests can disembark at any island and board the next available boat to continue at their own pace. On return to Stresa, the botanical gardens of Villa Pallavicino are within reach on foot. Tickets cover the boat cruise with live commentary. Note that a landing fee of €0.50 per person applies and is not included, nor are food and drinks. The tour does not have wheelchair access, and booking is non-refundable.

Highlights

• Departs from Piazza Guglielmo Marconi in Stresa
• Hop on and off at the Borromean Islands on Lake Maggiore
• Live onboard commentary covers the lake's history throughout
• Lake Maggiore sits around one hour from Milan
• Explore the narrow lanes of Isola dei Pescatori fishing village
• The Borromean Islands have drawn travellers since the 17th century

What is included

• Live commentary onboard

Not included

• Landing fee (€0.50 per person)
• Food and drinks

Before you go

Arrival and timing Make your way to Piazza Guglielmo Marconi in Stresa ahead of your departure. Arrive in good time so you can collect any necessary documents and board without rushing. Because this is a hop-on hop-off service, boats run at intervals throughout the day, giving you the freedom to spend as long as you like on each island before catching the next departure. On the water and at the islands A live commentary is provided onboard, so find a comfortable spot where you can hear clearly. A small landing fee of €0.50 per person is payable separately on arrival at the islands and is not covered by your ticket. Food and drinks are not included, but lakeside restaurants and cafes on Isola dei Pescatori are available for lunch or a drink at your own cost. Keep belongings secure when moving between the boat and the jetty, particularly in busier periods.

Cancellation terms

These tickets cannot be cancelled or rescheduled.