{"id":19129,"date":"2026-03-02T10:29:30","date_gmt":"2026-03-02T08:29:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tourinvespa.com\/tour\/the-two-shores-of-the-lake-two-days-on-lake-maggiore\/"},"modified":"2026-03-02T10:29:30","modified_gmt":"2026-03-02T08:29:30","slug":"the-two-shores-of-the-lake-two-days-on-lake-maggiore","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/www.tourinvespa.com\/en\/tour\/the-two-shores-of-the-lake-two-days-on-lake-maggiore\/","title":{"rendered":"The two shores of the Lake: two days on Lake Maggiore"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"440\">Ready? Let&#8217;s go! After picking up the Vespa in <strong data-start=\"49\" data-end=\"90\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Stresa<\/span><\/span><\/strong>, the adventure begins along the scenic roads of <strong data-start=\"143\" data-end=\"184\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Lake Maggiore<\/span><\/span><\/strong>. Head up toward the suggestive <strong data-start=\"214\" data-end=\"255\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Gignese Big Bench<\/span><\/span><\/strong>, from which you can admire the lake from a surprising perspective, then descend back toward the water through <strong data-start=\"363\" data-end=\"404\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Belgirate<\/span><\/span><\/strong>, a small village overlooking the lake.    Continuing on, you reach <strong data-start=\"467\" data-end=\"508\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Arona<\/span><\/span><\/strong>, elegant and lively, before boarding the ferry to <strong data-start=\"566\" data-end=\"607\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Angera<\/span><\/span><\/strong>, experiencing the lake from the water too. On the Lombard shore, ride toward <strong data-start=\"681\" data-end=\"722\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Laveno-Mombello<\/span><\/span><\/strong> and visit the iconic <strong data-start=\"745\" data-end=\"786\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Hermitage of Santa Caterina del Sasso<\/span><\/span><\/strong>, nestled in the rock. The tour continues through nature and panoramic views in the Taino area and the <strong data-start=\"889\" data-end=\"930\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Quassa Gulf Park<\/span><\/span><\/strong>, before indulging in a wine tasting at a cellar near Angera.   Grand finale at the majestic <strong data-start=\"1028\" data-end=\"1069\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Borromeo Castle of Angera<\/span><\/span><\/strong>, from which you can enjoy one of the most spectacular views of the entire itinerary.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"815\" data-end=\"1147\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">What you will discover:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Breathtaking views<\/strong> between the Piedmontese and Lombard shores of Lake Maggiore.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Iconic and spiritual places<\/strong> like the Hermitage of Santa Caterina.<\/li>\n<li><b>Elegant lively villages<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> like Stresa and Arona.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Natural<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and authentic corners like the Quassa Gulf.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Food and wine excellence<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> of the territory with a tasting overlooking the lake.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This experience is also a<\/span> <b>gift idea<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">  perfect for surprising someone with an original and unforgettable tour. If you want to purchase the Gift Card with an open date,   <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tourinvespa.com\/en\/tour\/gift-card-the-two-shores-of-the-lake-two-days-on-lake-maggiore\/\"><b>click here<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">! An experience that combines the pleasure of driving, the taste of good food, and the beauty of a unique territory. Book your Vespa Tour on Lake Maggiore now and let yourself be surprised! <\/span><\/p>\n<h6><b>*subject to availability<\/b><\/h6>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Ready? Let&#8217;s go! After picking up the Vespa in Stresa, the adventure begins along the scenic roads of Lake Maggiore. Head up toward the suggestive Gignese Big Bench, from which you can admire the lake from a surprising perspective, then descend back toward the water through Belgirate, a small village overlooking the lake. Continuing on, [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":18410,"template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"content-type":"","tappe":{"item-0":{"tappa-giorno-numero":"1","tappa-orario-di-arrivo":"","tappa-nome":"Departure from Stresa","tappa-descrizione":"<p>The journey begins on the Piedmontese shore of  <span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Lake Maggiore, from the heart of <strong>Stresa<\/strong>, where you can pick up your Vespa and get ready for a unique experience. Stresa is one of the most refined and scenic locations on the entire lake. You will have the chance to stroll along the famous lakeside promenade, among flower beds and palm trees, with your gaze opening onto the splendid Borromean Islands, which seem to float on the water like a painting.  <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n","immagine-tappa":"","tappa-posizione":"{\"lat\":45.8882205,\"lng\":8.5257951}","tappa-immagine-pin":"","tappa-posizione_hash":"f0026de56de62518adbbbeced00de30a","tappa-posizione_lat":"45.8882205","tappa-posizione_lng":"8.5257951"},"item-1":{"tappa-giorno-numero":"1","tappa-orario-di-arrivo":"","tappa-nome":"Day 1 Stage 1: Gignese Big Bench","tappa-descrizione":"<p data-start=\"582\" data-end=\"718\">Continue your journey to reach the famous <strong data-start=\"610\" data-end=\"651\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Gignese Big Bench<\/span><\/span><\/strong>, one of the iconic Big Benches overlooking extraordinary landscapes. 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Don't miss <em>the Rocca Borromea park<\/em>, lush gardens where you can take pleasant walks overlooking Lake Maggiore. <\/p>\n<p data-start=\"543\" data-end=\"941\">\n","immagine-tappa":"","tappa-posizione":"{\"lat\":45.7584764,\"lng\":8.5581818}","tappa-immagine-pin":"","tappa-posizione_hash":"aaba49cf6f51a4a892c58a9352e8fa78","tappa-posizione_lat":"45.7584764","tappa-posizione_lng":"8.5581818"},"item-4":{"tappa-giorno-numero":"1","tappa-orario-di-arrivo":"","tappa-nome":"Day 1 Stage 4: Angera","tappa-descrizione":"<p>After visiting these stops, you will leave the Piedmontese side to explore the Lombard shore of the lake. 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The center is orderly and lively, but never chaotic: small streets, glimpses of the harbor, and its evening colors. You will have dinner and stay overnight at the <em>Hotel Funivia del Lago Maggiore<\/em>, enjoying a typical lake dinner and admiring the local views.  <\/p>\n","immagine-tappa":"","tappa-posizione":"{\"lat\":45.9098842,\"lng\":8.6194303}","tappa-immagine-pin":"","tappa-posizione_hash":"69e6452dbddd8b936185323e1d08e447","tappa-posizione_lat":"45.9098842","tappa-posizione_lng":"8.6194303"},"item-6":{"tappa-giorno-numero":"2","tappa-orario-di-arrivo":"","tappa-nome":"Day 2 Stage 1 Hermitage of Santa Caterina del Sasso","tappa-descrizione":"<p>After staying in Laveno, head toward the <strong>Hermitage of Santa Caterina del Sasso<\/strong>, a<span style=\"font-weight: 400\">spectacular monastery carved into the rock, with historic frescoes and a unique meditative charm on Lake Maggiore. The view from the path or the terrace is one of the most iconic panoramas of the entire eastern shore. <\/span><\/p>\n","immagine-tappa":"","tappa-posizione":"{\"lat\":45.8770502,\"lng\":8.5997196}","tappa-immagine-pin":"","tappa-posizione_hash":"666565c77233a560a1e7320b9453522e","tappa-posizione_lat":"45.8770502","tappa-posizione_lng":"8.5997196"},"item-7":{"tappa-giorno-numero":"2","tappa-orario-di-arrivo":"","tappa-nome":"Day 2 Stage 2 Quassa Gulf Park","tappa-descrizione":"<div class=\"relative basis-auto flex-col -mb-(--composer-overlap-px) [--composer-overlap-px:28px] grow flex\">\n<div class=\"flex flex-col text-sm pb-25\">\n<article class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [--shadow-height:45px] has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none has-data-writing-block:-mt-(--shadow-height) has-data-writing-block:pt-(--shadow-height) [&:has([data-writing-block])>*]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"request-69a5720f-295c-8392-8529-a8b9f6cd0421-5\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-24\" data-scroll-anchor=\"true\" data-turn=\"assistant\">\n<div class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:--spacing(4)] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(6)] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(16)] px-(--thread-content-margin)\">\n<div class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\">\n<div class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col grow\">\n<div class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal [.text-message+&]:mt-1\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"2c42b53a-465f-4745-b345-9a42af1bee85\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-2\">\n<div class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[1px]\">\n<div class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full wrap-break-word light markdown-new-styling\">\n<p style=\"text-align: left\" data-start=\"130\" data-end=\"479\">Between <strong data-start=\"134\" data-end=\"175\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Ranco<\/span><\/span><\/strong> and <strong data-start=\"178\" data-end=\"219\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Ispra<\/span><\/span><\/strong>, there is a stretch of Lake Maggiore that still preserves a wild and silent soul. 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