Majestic Maggiore & Mountain Railways including Borromean Islands, Lake Orta, Strsa & Como
Book NowMajestic Lake Maggiore straddles both Italy and Switzerland and basks elegantly against the backdrop of the Swiss Alps. Our holiday resort of Stresa, ideally positioned by the beautiful lakeside is the perfect base from which to explore this stunning region.
Hotel Astoria, Stresa ****
The Hotel Astoria is a historic four star hotel located directly on the lakeside in Stresa enjoying fantastic view across Lake Maggiore.
Traditionally styled en-suite bedrooms with balcony * Satellite television Free Wi-Fi Air conditioning Hairdryer Minibar Restaurant Bar Beautiful gardens Outdoor swimming pool Lift
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*could be overlooking the peaceful gardens or lake
Hotels may charge you a tax during your tour which is beyond the control of Edwards Coaches and is entirely at the discretion of each hotel.
Day 1
TO OVERNIGHT HOTEL
Following our Channel crossing to Calais, we complete the journey to our overnight dinner, bed and breakfast accommodation. (D)
Day 2
OVERNIGHT HOTEL TO LAKE MAGGIORE
Complete the journey to your chosen resort followed by dinner and welcome glass of spumante on arrival. (B,D)
Day 3
BORROMEAN ISLANDS
Enjoy a leisurely day as we visit the stunning Borromean Islands, located just offshore from the centre of Stresa. We take the boat out to Isola Bella where we visit the beautiful Palazzo Borromeo and its elegant gardens before continuing to Isola dei Pescatori or Fisherman's Island. (B, D)
Day 4
LAKE ORTA
Today we explore Lake Ora, one of northern Italy's best kept secrets. Its capital, Orta San Giulio has a delightful medieval centre full of cobbled streets, galleries, local crafts and cafés. (B, D)
Day 5
LAKE MAGGIORE EXPRESS
Enjoy a wonderful full day excursion with a scenic journey on the magical Lake Maggiore Express by rail and boat taking in the beauty of the region along the way. We start with a rail journey from Stresa to Domodossola, at which point we change to the Centovalli scenic high level which takes us through the mountains to Locarno, a bustling town on the Swiss shores of Lake Maggiore. After some free time here we take a boat ride back to Stresa. (B, D)
Day 6
THREE LAKES TOUR
Enjoy a day of touring as we first head up the scenic west coast of Lake Maggiore and have a short stop in Locarno just over the Swiss border before continuing on to the stylish city of Lugano on with free time to explore. From here we cross back into Italy and arrive on Lake Como with a break in Como itself before returning to Stresa. (B, D)
Day 7
LAKE MAGGIORE TO OVERNIGHT HOTEL
We depart our hotel and continue to our overnights dinner, bed and breakfast accommodation. (B,D)
Day 8
FROM OVERNIGHT HOTEL
Continue to Calais and complete the journey home. (B)
Executive coach traveShort sea ferry crossings
2 overnights dinner, bed & breakfast accommodation
5 nights dinner, bed & breakfast accommodation in Stresa (4 course meal and set menu on first evening)
Porterage at main hotel
Welcome glass of spumante on arrival in resort
Tea/coffee after dinner
Scenic boat trip to the stunning Borromean Islands
Visit beautiful Palazzo Borromeo and its elegant gardens
Excursion to Lake Orta
Scenic journey on the Lake Maggiore Express from Stresa
Journey on the Centovalli Railway to Locarno
Boat trip from Locarno to Stresa
Scenic Three Lakes tour
Discover the stylish city of Lugarno
Spend time in Como
Free time in Stresa
DEPARTURE DATE & PRICES
21st Jul 7 nights £1249
SRS £216
Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
Name | Address |
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Cardiff Gate Services | Cardiff Gate Services CF23 8RA |
Cardiff West Services | Cardiff West Services Coach Park, CF72 8SA |
Dyffryn Depot | Edwards Travel Centre, Dyffryn Close, Llansamlet SA6 8QG |
Edwards Depot LLANTRISANT | Edwards Depot, Llantrisant, CF72 8QZ |
Magor Services NP26 3YL | Magor Service Coach Park |
Neath - Railway | Neath - Outside Railway Station, SA11 1BY |
Newport RAILWAY STATION | Bus Stops outside the RAILWAY STATION,NEWPORT NP20 4AX |
Port Talbot Customs | Port Talbot Bus Stop OUTSIDE Customs House Just past the Plaza, SA13 1HW |
Pyle Cross | Pyle Cross, bus stop outside supermarket.Pyle Road CF33 6AG |
Sarn SERVICES | Sarn SERVICES - Coach Park, CF32 9SY |
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