Lake Maggiore and the Borromee Islands among towns, villages, villas and gardens.
Departure for Milan from Rome or arrival in Milano Malpensa.
Meeting with the Tour Leader and departure for Stresa by coach.
In the afternoon visit to Pallavicino.
Check in to Hotel Simplon ****in Baveno.
Dinner in hotel.
Departure for Cernobbio by coach and meeting with the Tour Guide.
Transfer to Villa Balbianello by private boat. Visit to Villa Carlotta, well-known for its art collection and the huge botanic garden. The villa was built in the XVII century by Marquis Giorgio Clerici; comparing to other villas, its style is really simple, but it has an enormous historical importance. Time for independent lunch.
In the afternoon, visit to Bellagio and Villa Melzi.
Return to the hotel and dinner.
Breakfast in hotel and meeting with the Tour Guide. Excursion to Borromee islands by boat. The first stop is Superiore Island, also known as the Island of fishermen, whose church of Saint Vittore is an important landmark. The buildings and the panoramic view represent the genuine beauty of this island. Transfer to Bella Island.
Lunch in a characteristic restaurant of the island, ( it is included in the tour).
In the afternoon, visit to Madre Island , and then drive to Stresa.
Transfer to Baveno, e dinner in a selected restaurant of the area. ( it is included in the tour).
Return to the hotel.
Breakfast in hotel.
Transfer to Villa San Remigio in Pallanza. After the visit, free time for independent lunch.
In the afternoon, visit to the gardens of Villa Taranto.
Afterwards transfer to Milano Airport.
End of the tour.