Highlights
- Travel by train from any station in Lombardy to Laveno Mombello Lago
- Explore the Lake Maggiore by ferry between Laveno and Isola Superiore
- Explore Lake Maggiore's Piedmontese shore and the Borromean Gulf
- Visit Villa Taranto: over 20,000 plant varieties in a top European park
- All included in one ticket
Description
Experience the best of Lake Maggiore with a curated day trip departing from Milan. This 'no-stress' package is a convenient way to explore the region, including round-trip train travel from Milan or any station in Lombardy, ferry crossings, and entry to the renowned Villa Taranto Botanical Gardens. Your adventure begins with a comfortable rail journey to Laveno Mombello. Forget the hassle of car rentals or navigating traffic; with this all-in-one ticket, you simply board the train and enjoy the changing landscape of the Italian countryside.
Once in Laveno, board a ferry to sail across the waters of Lake Maggiore, enjoying views of the Alps and the historic villas that line the shore. This crossing offers a perfect perspective for photography before reaching the gardens of Villa Taranto. Here, you will discover a vast botanical park, considered one of the most evocative in Europe. Stroll through flowering avenues featuring over 20,000 plant varieties, classic fountains, and panoramic terraces overlooking the lake. It is an ideal destination for those looking to explore beyond Milan’s city limits. After a relaxing day, enjoy the return journey by ferry and train, arriving back in Milan by evening.
Includes
Round-trip train journey from any station in Lombardy to Laveno Mombello Lago.
Day-unlimited ferry rides between the ports of Laveno and Isola Superiore (Intra, Villa Taranto, Pallanza, Isola Madre, and Baveno).
Entrance ticket to the Villa Taranto Botanical Gardens.
Excludes
Anything not specified in the ‘What’s Included’ section
Important Information
- Take a train from Milan or any station in Lombardy by taking a train to Laveno Mombello Lago. From there, it is a 5-minute walk to the ferry landing. Your ticket includes free navigation on Lake Maggiore between Laveno and Isola Superiore. To visit the Villa Taranto Botanical Gardens, disembark at the Pallanza stop; the entrance is just a short walk away. After your visit, take the ferry back to Laveno to catch your return train to Milan. This all-in-one ticket covers all transport and garden entry for a seamless day trip.
Travel from Milan or any station in Lombardy by reaching a station on the RE1 Laveno-Varese-Saronno-Milano line. Take any train toward Laveno Mombello Lago. For example, the journey from Milano Cadorna takes approximately 1 hour and 58 minutes.
Villa Taranto Hours:
Until Sept 20: 9:00 – 18:30 (Last entry; closes 19:30)
Sept 21 – Oct 19: 9:00 – 17:30 (Last entry; closes 18:30)
Oct 23–26 & Nov 1: 9:00 – 16:00 (Last entry; closes 17:00)
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
