58 days in Italy & Lake Maggiore (Italy & Switzerland) Itinerary

Locarno's Mediterranean climate, palm trees, and 2,300 hours of sunlight per year make this city the warmest in Switzerland.

Your day by day itinerary now includes Verzasca Dam, Trenino Turistico Locarno, Parrocchia Cattolica S. Antonio Abate, and other attractions you added. You'll discover tucked-away gems like Castelgrande and Lido San Domenico. Step out of the city life by going to Aletsch Glacier and Swiss Tectonic Arena Sardona. Explore Locarno's surroundings by going to Castelli di Bellinzona (in Bellinzona) and Museo Nazionale del San Gottardo (in Airolo).

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Milan, Italy to Locarno is an approximately 2-hour car ride. In September, daily temperatures in Locarno can reach 26°C, while at night they dip to 15°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 23rd (Mon) to allow time to drive to Stresa.

Stresa is a town and comune of about 5,000 residents on the shores of Lake Maggiore in the province of Verbano-Cusio-Ossola in the Piedmont region of northern Italy, about 90km northwest of Milan. You've added Lake Tours Consorzio Motoscafisti, The Lake Maggiore Express, Giardino Botanico Alpinia, and other attractions to your itinerary. Get some cultural insight at Palazzo Borromeo and Isola Bella. You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Isola Madre and Borromeo Palace. Next up on the itinerary: pause for some serene contemplation at Chiesa di San Vittore and take in nature's colorful creations at Botanical Gardens Of Villa Taranto.

For traveler tips, where to stay, other places to visit, and tourist information, you can read our Stresa attractions planner.

You can drive from Locarno to Stresa in an hour. Other options are to take a bus; or take a train. Expect a daytime high around 28°C in September, and nighttime lows around 15°C. On the 27th (Fri), you'll have the morning to explore before heading off to Arona.

Arona is a town and comune on Lake Maggiore, in the province of Novara (northern Italy). Your day by day itinerary now includes Il Centro Storico di Arona, Statue of San Carlone and Parco della Rocca Borromea. On the 27th (Fri), appreciate the extensive heritage of Il Centro Storico di Arona, then pause for some photo ops at Statue of San Carlone, then steep yourself in history at Parco della Rocca Borromea, and finally take in the spiritual surroundings of Eremo di S. Caterina del Sasso. On the 28th (Sat), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: have fun and explore at Volandia Parco e Museo del Volo Malpensa, contemplate the long history of Pont-Saint-Martin, and then see the interesting displays at Forte di Bard.

To see reviews, traveler tips, and more tourist information, read our Arona trip tool.

Arona is just a stone's throw from Stresa. In September, daily temperatures in Arona can reach 28°C, while at night they dip to 15°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 29th (Sun) to allow time to drive to Verbania.

Your day by day itinerary now includes Oratory of Saint Remigio as well as Lago Maggiore. Step off the beaten path and head to Parco dell'Alta Valsesia and Museo Etnografico Walser. Go for a jaunt from Verbania to Domodossola to see L'Officina del Cioccolato about 42 minutes away.

For ratings, reviews, photos, and tourist information, refer to the Verbania trip planner.

You can drive from Arona to Verbania in an hour. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. September in Verbania sees daily highs of 26°C and lows of 15°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 2nd (Wed) to allow enough time to travel to Orselina.

You've now added Cardada to your itinerary. Start off your visit on the 2nd (Wed): contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Sacromonte e Santuario Madonna del Sasso. Here are some ideas for day two: take in the spiritual surroundings of Chiesa di Santa Maria del Castello, take in the spiritual surroundings of Chiesa di San Nicolao, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Chiesa dei SS. Pietro e Paolo, take in the spiritual surroundings of Chiesa di Santa Maria delle Grazie, then view the masterpieces at OnArte, and finally take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Cardada.

To see ratings, more things to do, where to stay, and other tourist information, use the Orselina vacation maker website.

Traveling by car from Verbania to Orselina takes an hour. In October, plan for daily highs up to 20°C, and evening lows to 10°C. On the 5th (Sat), you'll travel to Baveno.

Baveno is a town and comune in the province of Verbano-Cusio-Ossola, part of Piedmont, northern Italy. Your day by day itinerary now includes Piazza della Chiesa as well as Summer Boats. Start off your visit on the 5th (Sat): don't miss a visit to Piazza della Chiesa, don't miss a visit to Complesso Battesimale Paleocristiano e Altomedievale di San Giovanni al Montorfano, and then get a new perspective on things with Summer Boats. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 6th (Sun): explore the activities along Lago di Antrona, then examine the collection at Museo Antica Casa Walser di Borca/Museo Alts Walserhüüs Van Zer Burfuggu, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Sacro Monte, and finally relax in the rural setting at Fattoria dell'Aldone.

To see traveler tips, photos, where to stay, and more tourist information, read Baveno road trip website.

You can drive from Orselina to Baveno in 1.5 hours. In October, daytime highs in Baveno are 21°C, while nighttime lows are 9°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 7th (Mon) so you can travel to Ascona.

Ascona is a municipality in the district of Locarno in the canton of Ticino in Switzerland.It is located on the shore of Lake Maggiore.The town is a popular tourist destination, and holds a yearly jazz festival, the Ascona Jazz Festival.HistoryPrehistoric AsconaThe oldest archaeological finds in Ascona go back to the beginnings of Late Bronze Age. Your day by day itinerary now includes Chiesa dei Santi Pietro e Paolo, Casa Serodine and Piazza G. Motta. Discover out-of-the-way places like Museo di Valmaggia and Castello Di Mesocco. Step out of Ascona with an excursion to Funivie Airolo-Pescium in Airolo--about 1h 5 min away. The adventure continues: take in the spiritual surroundings of Campanile di Intragna.

To find other places to visit, more things to do, where to stay, and tourist information, refer to the Ascona trip builder website.

Getting from Baveno to Ascona by car takes about 1.5 hours. In October, daytime highs in Ascona are 20°C, while nighttime lows are 10°C. On the 10th (Thu), you'll have the morning to explore before heading off to Lake Maggiore.

Your list of things to see and do now includes Santuario Madonna della Punta, Castello di Frascarolo, Orrido di cunardo, and other attractions. Your inner history buff will appreciate Castello di Vezio and Chiesa di San Giorgio. You'll discover tucked-away gems like Villa Carlotta and I Giardini di Villa Melzi. Step out of Lake Maggiore with an excursion to Chiesa Santa Maria del Tiglio in Gravedona ed Uniti--about 2h 15 min away.

To see other places to visit, maps, reviews, and other tourist information, go to the Lake Maggiore holiday planning site.

Drive from Ascona to Lake Maggiore in an hour. In October, daily temperatures in Lake Maggiore can reach 20°C, while at night they dip to 11°C. You'll have a few hours on the 13th (Sun) to wrap things up before traveling to Milan.

In many ways the most modern of Italian cities, Milan is a busy, elegant metropolis with an impressive list of grand palaces, fine churches, and important museums.

Your list of things to see and do now includes Chiesa Santa Maria degli Angeli, I Navigli, Colonne di San Lorenzo, and other attractions. On the 13th (Sun), see the interesting displays at Palazzo Reale, contemplate the long history of Vicolo Privato Lavandai, steep yourself in history at Arco della Pace, then contemplate the long history of Chiesa di San Bernardino alle Ossa, then pause for some serene contemplation at Basilica San Lorenzo Maggiore, and finally take in the architecture and atmosphere at Chiesa di San Maurizio al Monastero Maggiore. Here are some ideas for day two: get to know the fascinating history of Piazza del Duomo, then contemplate the long history of Castello Sforzesco, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Duomo di Milano, and finally browse the different shops at Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II.

To find photos, other places to visit, more things to do, and more tourist information, read our Milan trip planner.

Getting from Lake Maggiore to Milan by car takes about 2 hours. Other options: take a train; or do a combination of train and bus. In October, daily temperatures in Milan can reach 21°C, while at night they dip to 13°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 15th (Tue) to allow time to drive to Iseo.

Your day by day itinerary now includes Lago d'Iseo. Do some cultural sightseeing at Santuario Basilica Madonna della Corona and Il Santuario di Montecastello. Relax by the water at Spiaggia Castelletto di Brenzone and Spiaggia Fonte Torrente San Giovanni. Explore Iseo's surroundings by going to Lago di Garda (in Garda) and La Limonaia del Castel (in Limone sul Garda).

For traveler tips, reviews, more things to do, and other tourist information, read our Iseo route planner.

Drive from Milan to Iseo in 1.5 hours. In October, daily temperatures in Iseo can reach 21°C, while at night they dip to 12°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 18th (Fri) to allow time for travel to Malgrate.

Malgrate is a comune (municipality) in the Province of Lecco, in the Italian region Lombardy. Your day by day itinerary now includes Il lungolago. On the 18th (Fri), take in the spiritual surroundings of Santuario San Girolamo Emiliani and then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Abbazia di San Pietro al Monte.

To see more things to do, maps, reviews, and tourist information, refer to the Malgrate trip builder website.

Traveling by car from Iseo to Malgrate takes 1.5 hours. In October, daily temperatures in Malgrate can reach 20°C, while at night they dip to 11°C. On the 19th (Sat), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can drive to Varese.

Varese is a city and comune in north-western Lombardy, northern Italy, 55km north of Milan.It is the capital of the Province of Varese. Kick off your visit on the 19th (Sat): take an in-depth tour of Museo Castiglioni. Here are some ideas for day two: delve into the distant past at Parco Archeologico di Castelseprio, then explore the galleries of Villa e Collezione Panza, then examine the collection at Museo Baroffio e del Santuario del Sacro Monte Sopra Varese, and finally examine the collection at Casa Museo Lodovico Pogliaghi.

For reviews, other places to visit, maps, and other tourist information, read Varese trip planner.

Traveling by car from Malgrate to Varese takes 1.5 hours. In October in Varese, expect temperatures between 20°C during the day and 11°C at night. On the 22nd (Tue), you'll travel to Cannobio.

Cannobio is a town and comune on the river Cannobino and the shore of Lago Maggiore in Piedmont, Italy.HistoryThe local inhabitants probably became subject to Roman rule by the time of the emperor Augustus. Your day by day itinerary now includes Santuario della SS. Pieta. On the 22nd (Tue), appreciate the views at Vigezzo Valley - The Painters' Valley, don't miss a visit to Collegiata San Vittore Martire, and then take in the spiritual surroundings of Santuario della SS. Pieta.

To find where to stay, ratings, maps, and tourist information, go to the Cannobio trip itinerary planning tool.

Getting from Varese to Cannobio by car takes about 1.5 hours. In October, plan for daily highs up to 20°C, and evening lows to 11°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 23rd (Wed) to allow enough time to drive to Breuil-Cervinia.

Breuil-Cervinia is an alpine resort in the Aosta Valley region of northwest Italy. Your day by day itinerary now includes Lago Blu. Start off your visit on the 23rd (Wed): admire the engineering at Lago di Cignana. On the 24th (Thu), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: contemplate the waterfront views at Lago Blu, pause for some serene contemplation at Cappella Di Saint-Evence, and then take a stroll through Centro Storico Breuil-Cervinia.

For traveler tips, maps, other places to visit, and tourist information, use the Breuil-Cervinia tour planning tool.

Traveling by car from Cannobio to Breuil-Cervinia takes 3 hours. On the 26th (Sat), you'll travel to Aosta.

In the Aosta Valley bordering Switzerland and France, the medieval city of Aosta is famous for its prime skiing conditions and rich cultural history.

Parco Regionale del Mont Avic has been added to your itinerary. Start off your visit on the 26th (Sat): explore the striking landscape of Parco Regionale del Mont Avic. Keep things going the next day: relax and float downstream with a rafting and tubing tour, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Santuario di Notre-Dame de Guerison, then identify plant and animal life at Prato di Sant'Orso, and finally see the interesting displays at Museo Archeologico Regionale.

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Drive from Breuil-Cervinia to Aosta in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of bus and train. Finish your sightseeing early on the 28th (Mon) so you can drive to Orta San Giulio.

Orta San Giulio is a town and comune (municipality) in the Province of Novara in the Italian region of Piedmont, located about 100km northeast of Turin and about 40km northwest of Novara.The town itself is built on a promontory which juts out from the eastern bank of Lake Orta close to Isola San Giulio, an island which also falls within the municipal boundaries. Your day by day itinerary now includes San Giulio Island as well as Lake Orta. Kick off your visit on the 28th (Mon): explore the activities along San Giulio Island, then enjoy the sand and surf at Natural Baay - Lido di Gozzano, then explore the activities along Lake Orta, and finally take in the spiritual surroundings of Chiesa parrocchiale di Santa Maria Assunta. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: step into the grandiose world of La Trappa and then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Chiesa di Santa Maria delle Grazie.

To see traveler tips, more things to do, photos, and other tourist information, use the Orta San Giulio tour planning site.

You can drive from Aosta to Orta San Giulio in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of bus and train. Expect a daytime high around 21°C in October, and nighttime lows around 9°C. You'll have a few hours on the 30th (Wed) to wrap things up before traveling to Gressoney Saint Jean.

Castel Savoia has been added to your itinerary. Visit Castello e Parco di Masino and Cattedrale di Santa Maria Assunta for their historical value. Satisfy your inner culture vulture at Chiesa di San Secondo and Chiesa di San Martino. Explore Gressoney Saint Jean's surroundings by going to Museo del ponte romano (in Pont-Saint-Martin), Lago Sirio (in Chiaverano) and Challand-Saint-Victor (Cascata di Isollaz & Riserva Naturale del Lago di Villa).

For where to stay, maps, other places to visit, and tourist information, you can read our Gressoney Saint Jean day trip planner.

Traveling by car from Orta San Giulio to Gressoney Saint Jean takes 2 hours. In October, plan for daily highs up to 20°C, and evening lows to 11°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 2nd (Sat) early enough to travel to Lesa.

Lesa is a comune (municipality) in the Province of Novara in the Italian region of Piedmont, located about 110km northeast of Turin and about 45km north of Novara. You've now added Lungolago di Lesa to your itinerary. Start off your visit on the 2nd (Sat): pause for some serene contemplation at Chiesa di San Michele, then pause for some serene contemplation at Chiesa Vecchia dedicata a Santa Maria, and then take in the waterfront at Lungolago di Lesa. Here are some ideas for day two: pause for some serene contemplation at Saint Peter's Church and then enjoy the sand and surf at La Playa.

To see photos, where to stay, other places to visit, and more tourist information, read Lesa trip builder website.

Drive from Gressoney Saint Jean to Lesa in 2 hours. In November, daily temperatures in Lesa can reach 15°C, while at night they dip to 3°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 3rd (Sun) so you can travel to Brissago.

Brissago is a municipality in the district of Locarno in the canton of Ticino in Switzerland. Your day by day itinerary now includes Bagni di Craveggia as well as Centro Dannemann - Fabbrica Tabacchi. On the 4th (Mon), take in the architecture and atmosphere at Chiesa dei Santi Fedele e Simone, explore the different monuments and memorials at Cimitero Monumentale, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Oratorio Di Sant'Antonio, then get outside with Lido Brissago, and finally pause for some serene contemplation at Sacro Monte e Santuario di S. Maria Addolorata. On the 5th (Tue), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: deepen your understanding at Centro Dannemann - Fabbrica Tabacchi and then witness a stunning natural landmark at Bagni di Craveggia.

To find photos, more things to do, maps, and more tourist information, refer to the Brissago trip planner.

You can drive from Lesa to Brissago in 1.5 hours. November in Brissago sees daily highs of 14°C and lows of 4°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 5th (Tue) so you can travel to San Nazzaro.

San Nazzaro is a former municipality in the district of Locarno in the canton of Ticino in Switzerland.On 25 April 2010, the former municipalities of Caviano, Contone, Gerra Gambarogno, Indemini, Magadino, Piazzogna, San Nazzaro, Sant'Abbondio and Vira Gambarogno merged in the new municipality of Gambarogno.HistorySan Nazzaro is first mentioned in 1258 as sancto Nazario.In the hamlet of Vairano, cremation urns have been found which may date back to the Bronze Age cremations. You've now added Parco Botanico del Gambaragno to your itinerary. On the 5th (Tue), admire the natural beauty at Parco Botanico del Gambaragno.

To find reviews, maps, photos, and tourist information, refer to the San Nazzaro vacation planner.

San Nazzaro is just a short distance from Brissago. Expect a daytime high around 14°C in November, and nighttime lows around 4°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 6th (Wed) to allow time to travel to Vogogna.

Vogogna is a comune (municipality) at the heart of the Val d’Ossola in the Province of Verbano Cusio Ossola, Piedmont, Italy, about 20km north-west of Verbania. You've now added Borgo di Vogogna to your itinerary. On the 7th (Thu), take a peaceful walk through Falesia di Croveo, then see the interesting displays at Palazzo Silva, then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Collegiata dei Santi Gervasio e Protasio, and finally step into the grandiose world of Borgo di Vogogna. Here are some ideas for day two: look for gifts at Casa Vinicola Garrone S.N.C and then contemplate the waterfront views at Lago delle Fate.

To find where to stay, ratings, photos, and other tourist information, you can read our Vogogna holiday maker site.

Getting from San Nazzaro to Vogogna by car takes about 2 hours. In November, plan for daily highs up to 14°C, and evening lows to 4°C. On the 8th (Fri), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can travel to Mergozzo.

Mergozzo is a comune (municipality) in the Province of Verbano-Cusio-Ossola in the Italian region Piedmont, located about 120km northeast of Turin and about 9km northwest of Verbania.Mergozzo borders the following municipalities: Gravellona Toce, Ornavasso, Premosello-Chiovenda, San Bernardino Verbano, Verbania.EconomyTourism based on the attractions of Lake Mergozzo, nearly all of which falls within the territory of the comune, forms the principal basis of the local economy. You've now added Lago di Mergozzo to your itinerary. On the 8th (Fri), explore the activities along Lago di Mergozzo and then look for gifts at Centro Commerciale LE ISOLE. Keep things going the next day: make a trip to Riale, explore the activities along Lago di Morasco, and then make a trip to Chiesa Parrocchiale di Maria Santissima Assunta.

To find traveler tips, other places to visit, reviews, and tourist information, read our Mergozzo road trip planning app.

Mergozzo is just a short distance from Vogogna. Expect a daytime high around 14°C in November, and nighttime lows around 4°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 10th (Sun) early enough to travel to Sirmione.

Sirmione is a comune in the province of Brescia, in Lombardy (northern Italy). Your list of things to see and do now includes Museo delle Armi Luigi Marzoli e Museo del Risorgimento, Duomo Vecchio di Brescia, Brescia Castle, and other attractions. Start off your visit on the 11th (Mon): see the interesting displays at Tempio Capitolino e Piazza del Foro, pause for some serene contemplation at Duomo Vecchio di Brescia, explore the historical opulence of Castello Scaligero, see the interesting displays at Museo delle Armi Luigi Marzoli e Museo del Risorgimento, then learn about wildlife with up-close encounters at Parco Natura Viva, and finally take in the dramatic scenery at Cascate di Vallesinella. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: take in the awesome beauty at Valle di Ledro, get curious at Museo delle Palafitte del Lago di Ledro, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Santa Barbara Church, and finally explore the historical opulence of Castel Beseno.

To find ratings, maps, where to stay, and other tourist information, go to the Sirmione trip planner.

Traveling by car from Mergozzo to Sirmione takes 3 hours. In November, daily temperatures in Sirmione can reach 15°C, while at night they dip to 5°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 13th (Wed) to allow enough time to drive to Bormio.

Bormio is a town and comune with a population of about 4,100 located in the Province of Sondrio, Lombardy region of the Alps in northern Italy.The centre of the upper Valtellina valley, it is a popular winter sports resort. Your day by day itinerary now includes Monte Scorluzzo as well as Gavia Pass. Start off your visit on the 13th (Wed): get to know the fascinating history of Gavia Pass and then take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Monte Scorluzzo. Here are some ideas for day two: explore the historical opulence of Castel Coira - Churburg, examine the collection at MMape • Mulino Museo dell'ape, then step into the grandiose world of Castel Thun, and finally explore the historical opulence of Castello Di Stenico.

For where to stay, traveler tips, other places to visit, and tourist information, use the Bormio day trip planner.

Traveling by car from Sirmione to Bormio takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and train; or take a bus. In November, daytime highs in Bormio are 14°C, while nighttime lows are 3°C. On the 16th (Sat), you'll travel back home.