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Lago Maggiore Escape: Private Day Trip from Milan

  • 9 hours
  • Day Trips
  • Milan
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Experience hosted by Withlocals

  • Private Tour
  • Carbon Neutral

Escape Milan for a day of lakeside beauty at Lago Maggiore. Discover elegant Stresa, explore Isola Bella’s palace and gardens, and visit the cliffside monastery of Santa Caterina — all in the company of your local host.

Destination
Milan, Italy
Category
Day Trips
Duration
9 hours
Transport mode
Car
Available languages
English
Included
  • Private Guide
  • Transport by Car
  • All Withlocals Tours are Carbon Neutral
Excluded
  • Entrance to Attractions
  • Meals
  • Ferry Ticket Stresa-Isola Bella

6 reasons to book this tour

  • Discover the region off the beaten path
  • Check out Stresa & Isola Bella
  • Lunch at a local gem, handpicked by your guide (lunch not included)
  • Take in breathtaking sceneries & panoramas
  • Enjoy the freedom to make stops along the way
  • Can be 100% personalized to your wishes

What you can expect

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Leave the bustle of Milan behind and venture into the tranquil charm of Lago Maggiore, one of northern Italy’s most scenic lake regions. This full-day journey offers a curated blend of elegance, nature, and history — all in the company of a knowledgeable local host who stays with you from start to finish.

Begin your day with a lakeside stroll through Stresa, where majestic villas and mountain views set the scene. Hop on a ferry to Isola Bella, a baroque island wonder, and explore the grand Palazzo Borromeo and its breathtaking gardens. Back on shore, enjoy lunch at a charming local restaurant with insider recommendations from your host.

In the afternoon, take a scenic drive along the lake to the cliffside sanctuary of Santa Caterina del Sasso, a peaceful hermitage with dramatic views and centuries of history. Your host will guide you through each stop, sharing insights, stories, and a touch of local flavor throughout this unforgettable day.

And with a convenient pick-up and drop-off, all you have to do is sit back, relax, and enjoy the ride! To make the trip even more enjoyable, you can choose your local host for the day. Each of the hosts available for this day trip will take you on a unique journey based on their passions and expertise, and of course, also taking into consideration your interests.

Our local hosts are natural storytellers, each with a different background ranging from arts and history to real foodies. They can't wait to share some of their unique stories and let you connect with their culture in an enjoyable and inspiring way! Feel like changing the route a bit? No problem, the hosts will be happy to personalize the tour to your wishes.

This is the plan

Check out the plan below to see what you'll get up to with your local host. Feel free to personalize this offer with the host of your choice.

  1. Meeting point

    Meet at - Milan to start your journey

  2. Itinerary

    This is what our experience could look like, but it’s not set in stone! Once you book, you can chat directly with your host to make small tweaks to suit your preferences.

  3. Convenient Pick-up & Drop Off

    On the day of your day trip, your local host will pick you up from your accommodation or an agreed location. Once the day trip comes to an end, they’ll drop you off at your accommodation

  4. Scenic Trip

    This full-day trip to Lago Maggiore is arranged for you, so all you have to do is enjoy the sights as your host takes you through while telling you incredible stories and insights

  5. Only You & Your Host!

    Forget about cramped touristy buses, on this private day trip, you’ll have all of your host’s attention. Get the chance to speak 1-1 and get all of your questions answered for a personal experience that will make this trip more memorable

  6. What’s in Store for You

    Check out from viewpoints, nature, and cultural gems such as Stresa, Isola Bella and Santa Caterina del Sasso plus other stops your local host has prepared for you along the way

  7. Optional Lunch

    Along the way, your local host will recommend you typical and local places where you can stop to have lunch and catch a break. Lunch is not included in the price

  8. Make it yours

    Want to tweak the itinerary? Book directly & chat afterwards with your host to adjust highlights, skip stops, or make small changes to fit your preferences.

    Book risk-free: Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund.

    Need something special? Personalize your experience for more time, alternative locations or a completely tailored plan.

Flexible cancellation policy

  • Feel confident booking

    Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund. Even up to 7 days before your experience, you’ll receive a refund, minus the service fee.

  • Change of plans?

    Reschedule your experience to a date and time that works best for you.

  • Loved by travelers worldwide

    Simple and flexible – your plans, your way.

Withlocals experiences
are always

Private & personalizedNo strangers, just you. Fully customize your trip to your needs.
With a local expertFrom historical facts to the most up-to-date health regulations.
Without the crowdsExperiences designed to take you away from the crowds towards authentic local spots.

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€145.96per person