Overview
Discover the picturesque medieval town of Orta San Giulio. Our guided walking tour will take you through its narrow-cobbled streets and little squares before embarking on the ferry that will bring you to San Giulio’s Island to visit the 12th-century Basilica. Sail back to Orta and enjoy leisurley time for lunch in one of the local restaurants.
The journey continues to Stresa, where the majestic Alps seamlessly blend with the allure of the Borromean Islands, which you can admire in all their beauty during a relaxing stroll along the lakeside promenade. Our expert Tour Leader will share captivating stories about the town and the Borromean Islands and history.
The day gracefully concludes in Laveno, a town adorned with charm and characteristic cafés, for leisurley time for personal exploration.
Our luxury car will then bring you back to your hotel.
What's Included
- Private luxury car or van with personal driver
- Sailing to San Giulio's island and visit the Basilica
- Expert multilingual tour leader
- Leisurley time in Laveno
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Guided walking tour of Orta San Giulio
- Guided walking tour of Stresa
- Food and beverage
- Extra time
Meeting and Pickup
What To Expect
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Orta San Giulio
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
San Giulio Island
1 hour Admission Ticket Included
Stresa
2 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Laveno-Mombello
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private tour, From Varese: Orta San Giulio, Stresa & Laveno?
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Private luxury car or van with personal driver.
- Sailing to San Giulio's island and visit the Basilica.
- Expert multilingual tour leader.
- Leisurley time in Laveno.
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off.
- Guided walking tour of Orta San Giulio.
- Guided walking tour of Stresa.
- Food and beverage.
- Extra time.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Private tour, From Varese: Orta San Giulio, Stresa & Laveno is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Private tour, From Varese: Orta San Giulio, Stresa & Laveno will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Private luxury car or van with personal driver
- Sailing to San Giulio's island and visit the Basilica
- Expert multilingual tour leader
- Leisurley time in Laveno
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Guided walking tour of Orta San Giulio
- Guided walking tour of Stresa
- Food and beverage
- Extra time
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
