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Best of Lake Maggiore - 8 days

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From Baveno to Locarno
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  • Small island with historic buildings on a lake.
  • Islet with historical buildings surrounded by a lake.
  • Riverside town with mountains in the background.
  • White peacock displaying its feathers on the grass.
  • Sunny lakeside promenade with manicured hedges, pastel buildings and distant mountains.
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  • Panoramic view of Locarno with the scenic lake and surrounding mountains.
  • Baveno lakeside with mountains and traditional architecture.
  • Isola San Giulio situated in the middle of Lake Orta.
  • Waterfront promenade with trees and mountains in the background.
  • White peacock displaying its feathers in a park setting.
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In-depth Cultural
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Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 2 - 45
All Ages Welcome
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Baveno

    Meals
    Dinner (Welcome dinner at the hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Welcome dinner at the hotel

    Optional Activities

    • Stroll along the scenic waterfront promenade
    • Explore the quaint streets of Baveno
    • Relax and enjoy views of the lake and surrounding mountains
    Landmarks
    Lake Maggiore
    Baveno
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  2. Day 2

    Baveno

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner

    Optional Activities

    • Visit local cafés
    • Leisurely stroll along lakeside paths
    • Enjoy views across the lake to the Borromean Islands
    Landmarks
    Lake Maggiore
    Borromean Islands
  3. Day 3

    Borromean Islands

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Full-day Borromean Islands boat trip
    • Visit Isola Bella and explore the Baroque Palace and Italian-style terraced gardens
    • Visit Fisherman's Island (Isola dei Pescatori) and Church of San Vittore
    • Visit Isola Madre and walk through the 20-acre English-style botanical gardens
    • Visit the 16th-century Borromean family summer home on Isola Madre

    Optional Activities

    • Free time for shopping or additional exploration on the islands
    Landmarks
    Isola Bella
    Baroque Palace
    Isola dei Pescatori (Fisherman's Island)
    Church of San Vittore
    Isola Madre
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  4. Day 4

    Baveno

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner

    Optional Activities

    • Activities and places to explore in the surrounding area (consult tour guide for suggestions)
    Landmarks
    Lake Maggiore
  5. Day 5

    Lake Orta and Orta

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Half-day guided excursion to Lake Orta
    • Boat trip to the medieval village of Orta
    • Explore the medieval village of Orta and its chapels dedicated to St Francis of Assisi
    Landmarks
    Lake Orta
    Omegna
    Orta
  6. Day 6

    Baveno

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner

    Optional Activities

    • Activities and sightseeing in the region (consult tour guide for recommendations)
  7. Day 7

    Baveno - Domodossola - Locarno

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Scenic railway journey on the Centovalli railway from Domodossola to Locarno

    Optional Activities

    • Lunch in Locarno
    • Shopping in Locarno
    • Sightseeing in Locarno
    Landmarks
    Ossola Valley
    Domodossola
    Locarno
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  8. Day 8

    Baveno

    Meals
    Breakfast

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