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. Get outdoors at Aletsch Glacier and Lido San Domenico. You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Swiss Tectonic Arena Sardona and Museo Nazionale del San Gottardo. Step out of Locarno to go to Mogno and see Mario Botta's Mountain Church, which is approximately 50 minutes away. There's more to do: step into the grandiose world of Castelgrande.

To find traveler tips, ratings, maps, and tourist information, read our Locarno tour itinerary planner.

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. Finish your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Mon) so you can 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. Your day-by-day itinerary now includes Lake Tours Consorzio Motoscafisti, The Lake Maggiore Express, Giardino Botanico Alpinia, and other attractions you added. You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Palazzo Borromeo and Chiesa di San Vittore. Visit Isola Bella and Borromeo Palace for their historical value. There's more to do: tour the pleasant surroundings at Isola Madre and take in nature's colorful creations at Villa Taranto.

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You can drive from Locarno to Stresa in an hour. Other options are to ride a ferry; or take a train. In September, plan for daily highs up to 28°C, and evening lows to 15°C. You'll have a few hours on the 27th (Fri) to wrap things up before traveling 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. Start off your visit on the 27th (Fri): get to know the fascinating history of Il Centro Storico di Arona, appreciate the history behind Statue of San Carlone, then make a trip to Parco della Rocca Borromea, and finally take in the spiritual surroundings of Eremo di S. Caterina del Sasso. On the next day, examine the collection at Volandia Parco e Museo del Volo Malpensa, contemplate the long history of Ponte Romano, and then see the interesting displays at Forte di Bard.

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Arona is very close to Stresa. In September, daily temperatures in Arona can reach 28°C, while at night they dip to 15°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 29th (Sun) so you can go by car to Verbania.

Your day-by-day itinerary now includes Oratory of Saint Remigio, Lago maggiore Express and Lago Maggiore. Discover out-of-the-way places like Parco dell'Alta Valsesia and Riserva Naturale Speciale del Sacro Monte della Ss. Trinita di Ghiffa. Change things up with these side-trips from Verbania: L'Officina del Cioccolato (in Domodossola) and Museo Walser (in Alagna Valsesia).

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Traveling by car from Arona to Verbania takes an hour. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of train and bus. In September, daily temperatures in Verbania can reach 26°C, while at night they dip to 15°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 2nd (Wed) to allow enough time to travel to Orselina.

Cardada has been added to your itinerary. On the 2nd (Wed), take in the spiritual surroundings of Sacromonte e Santuario Madonna del Sasso. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 3rd (Thu): pause for some serene contemplation at Chiesa di Santa Maria del Castello, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Chiesa di San Nicolao, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Chiesa Prepositurale dei Santi Pietro e Paolo, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Chiesa di Santa Maria delle Grazie, then admire the masterpieces at OnArte, and finally take in the awesome beauty at Cardada.

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You can drive from Verbania to Orselina in an hour. In October, daily temperatures in Orselina can reach 20°C, while at night they dip to 10°C. You will leave for Baveno on the 5th (Sat).

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. Kick off your visit on the 5th (Sat): make a trip to Piazza della Chiesa, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Complesso Battesimale Paleocristiano e Altomedievale di San Giovanni al Montorfano, and then get a new perspective on things with Summer Boats. On the 6th (Sun), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: contemplate the waterfront views at Lago di Antrona, see the interesting displays at Museo Antica Casa Walser di Borca/Museo Alts Walserhüüs Van Zer Burfuggu, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Sacro Monte, and finally relax in the rural setting at Fattoria dell'Aldone.

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You can drive from Orselina to Baveno in 1.5 hours. In October in Baveno, expect temperatures between 21°C during the day and 9°C at night. 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. Explore hidden gems such as Castello Di Mesocco and Museo di Valmaggia. Take a break from Ascona with a short trip to Funivie Airolo in Airolo, about 1h 05 min away. It doesn't end there: admire the natural beauty at Isole di Brissago and enjoy breathtaking views from Campanile di Intragna.

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Drive from Baveno to Ascona in 1.5 hours. In October in Ascona, expect temperatures between 20°C during the day and 10°C at night. You'll have a few hours on the 10th (Thu) to wrap things up before traveling to Lake Maggiore.

Your day-by-day itinerary now includes Santuario Madonna della Punta, Castello di Frascarolo, Orrido di cunardo, and other attractions you added. Get a sense of the local culture at Villa Carlotta and Chiesa di San Giorgio. Your inner history buff will appreciate Castello di Vezio and Chiesa Santa Maria del Tiglio. Go for a jaunt from Lake Maggiore to Bellagio to see i Giardini di Villa Melzi about 1h 15 min away.

To find photos, maps, where to stay, and tourist information, read our Lake Maggiore road trip planning website .

You can drive from Ascona to Lake Maggiore in an hour. Expect a daytime high around 20°C in October, and nighttime lows around 11°C. You will have some time to spend on the 13th (Sun) before leaving for 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.

You've added Chiesa Santa Maria degli Angeli, Navigli District, Colonne di San Lorenzo, and other attractions to your itinerary. Kick off your visit on the 13th (Sun): examine the collection at Palazzo Reale, steep yourself in history at Vicolo Privato Lavandai, steep yourself in history at Arco della Pace, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Chiesa di San Bernardino alle Ossa, then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Basilica San Lorenzo Maggiore, and finally admire the striking features of Chiesa di San Maurizio al Monastero Maggiore. Keep things going the next day: get to know the fascinating history of Piazza del Duomo, see the interesting displays at Castello Sforzesco, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Duomo di Milano, and finally admire the landmark architecture of Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II.

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Drive from Lake Maggiore to Milan in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or do a combination of train and bus. Expect a daytime high around 21°C in October, and nighttime lows around 13°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 15th (Tue) to allow time to drive to Iseo.

Lago d'Iseo has been added to your itinerary. Visiting Spiaggia Fonte Torrente San Giovanni and Lago di Garda will get you outdoors. You'll discover tucked-away gems like Spiaggia Castelletto di Brenzone and Il Santuario di Montecastello. Explore Iseo's surroundings by going to Santuario Basilica Madonna della Corona (in Ferrara di Monte Baldo) and La Limonaia del Castel (in Limone sul Garda).

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Getting from Milan to Iseo by car takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: take a train; or take a bus. 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 enough time to travel to Malgrate.

Malgrate is a comune (municipality) in the Province of Lecco, in the Italian region Lombardy. Il lungolago has been added to your itinerary. Kick off your visit on the 18th (Fri): pause for some serene contemplation at Santuario San Girolamo Emiliani and then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Abbazia San Pietro al Monte.

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Getting from Iseo to Malgrate by car takes about 1.5 hours. Expect a daytime high around 20°C in October, and nighttime lows around 11°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 19th (Sat) to allow time for travel 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. Funicolare Sacro Monte has been added to your itinerary. Start off your visit on the 19th (Sat): get engrossed in the history at Museo Castiglioni. On the 20th (Sun), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: delve into the distant past at Parco Archeologico di Castelseprio, view the masterpieces at Villa e Collezione Panza, see the interesting displays at Museo Baroffio e del Santuario del Sacro Monte Sopra Varese, then examine the collection at Casa Museo Lodovico Pogliaghi, and finally take a memorable ride with Funicolare Sacro Monte.

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You can drive from Malgrate to Varese in 1.5 hours. In October, plan for daily highs up to 20°C, and evening lows to 11°C. On the 22nd (Tue), you're off toCannobio.

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 SS. Pieta. On the 22nd (Tue), appreciate the views at Vigezzo Valley - The Painters' Valley, then don't miss a visit to Collegiata San Vittore Martire, then pause for some serene contemplation at Chiesa dei SS. Pietro e Paolo, and finally contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Santuario SS. Pieta.

To find maps, traveler tips, more things to do, and more tourist information, you can read our Cannobio tour planner .

Traveling by car from Varese to Cannobio takes 1.5 hours. In October, plan for daily highs up to 20°C, and evening lows to 11°C. On the 23rd (Wed), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can travel to Breuil-Cervinia.

Breuil-Cervinia is an alpine resort in the Aosta Valley region of northwest Italy. Lago Blu has been added to your itinerary. Start off your visit on the 23rd (Wed): contemplate the waterfront views at Lago di Cignana. On the 24th (Thu), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: contemplate the waterfront views at Lago Blu, then explore the activities along Lago Blu, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Cappella Di Saint-Evence, and finally take a stroll through Centro Storico Breuil-Cervinia.

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Getting from Cannobio to Breuil-Cervinia by car takes about 3 hours. You'll set off for Aosta on the 26th (Sat).

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. Kick off your visit on the 26th (Sat): explore the striking landscape of Parco Regionale del Mont Avic. Here are some ideas for day two: get interesting insight from Tours, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Santuario di Notre-Dame de Guerison, then admire the verdant scenery at Prato di Sant'Orso, and finally examine the collection at Museo Archeologico Regionale.

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Traveling by car from Breuil-Cervinia to Aosta takes an hour. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and train; or take a bus. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 28th (Mon) early enough to 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. Start off your visit on the 28th (Mon): explore the activities along San Giulio Island, then kick back and relax at Natural Baay - Lido di Gozzano, then contemplate the waterfront views at Lake Orta, and finally take in the architecture and atmosphere at Chiesa parrocchiale di Santa Maria Assunta. On your second day here, examine the collection at La Trappa and then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Chiesa di Santa Maria delle Grazie.

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You can drive from Aosta to Orta San Giulio in 2 hours. Other options are to 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.

Gressoney-Saint-Jean is a town and comune in the Aosta Valley region of north-western Italy.GeographyGressoney-Saint-Jean is a town and comune in the Aosta Valley region of north-western Italy It is situated in a valley formed by the small river Lys (Dora Baltea) which is fed by the Lys glacier.History, Walser culture and languageHistorically Gressoney-Saint-Jean and Gressoney-La-Trinité have been two separate comunes. You've now added Castel Savoia to your itinerary. Popular historic sites such as Castello e Parco di Masino and Castello di Montalto are in your itinerary. You'll discover tucked-away gems like Chiesa di San Secondo and Chiesa di San Martino. Venture out of the city with trips to Lago Sirio (in Chiaverano), Museo del ponte romano (in Pont-Saint-Martin) and Challand-Saint-Victor (Cascata di Isollaz & Riserva Naturale del Lago di Villa). The adventure continues: examine the collection at Fondazione FILA Museum, contemplate the long history of Cattedrale di Santa Maria Assunta, and take in the spiritual surroundings of Brughiera sanctuary.

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You can drive from Orta San Giulio to Gressoney Saint Jean in 2 hours. Expect a daytime high around 20°C in October, and nighttime lows around 11°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 2nd (Sat) so you can 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. Lungolago di Lesa has been added to your itinerary. On the 2nd (Sat), take in the architecture and atmosphere at Chiesa di San Michele, take in the architecture and atmosphere 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 kick back and relax at La Playa.

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Getting from Gressoney Saint Jean to Lesa by car takes about 2 hours. Expect a daytime high around 15°C in November, and nighttime lows around 3°C. Finish up 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. Kick off your visit on the 4th (Mon): take in the spiritual surroundings of Chiesa dei Santi Fedele e Simone, explore the different monuments and memorials at Cimitero Monumentale, take in the spiritual surroundings of Oratorio Di Sant'Antonio, then head outdoors with Lido Brissago, and finally make a trip to Sacro Monte e Santuario di S. Maria Addolorata. Keep things going the next day: make a trip to Centro Dannemann and then take in the natural beauty of Bagni di Craveggia.

To find where to stay, ratings, more things to do, and tourist information, refer to the Brissago online day trip planner .

You can drive from Lesa to Brissago in 1.5 hours. In November, daily temperatures in Brissago can reach 14°C, while at night they dip to 4°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 5th (Tue) to allow time to 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. Parco Botanico del Gambaragno has been added to your itinerary. Kick off your visit on the 5th (Tue): take in nature's colorful creations at Parco Botanico del Gambaragno.

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San Nazzaro is just a stone's throw from Brissago. In November, daytime highs in San Nazzaro are 14°C, while nighttime lows are 4°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 6th (Wed) early enough 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. Borgo di Vogogna has been added to your itinerary. Kick off your visit on the 7th (Thu): delve into the lush surroundings at Falesia di Croveo, then see the interesting displays at Palazzo Silva, then pause for some serene contemplation at Collegiata dei Santi Gervasio e Protasio, and finally explore the historical opulence of Borgo di Vogogna. On your second day here, look for gifts at Casa Vinicola Garrone S.N.C and then contemplate the waterfront views at Lago delle Fate.

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You can drive from San Nazzaro to Vogogna in 2 hours. In November, daily temperatures in Vogogna can reach 14°C, while at night they dip to 4°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 8th (Fri) to allow enough time to 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. Lago di Mergozzo has been added to your itinerary. On the 8th (Fri), explore the activities along Lago di Mergozzo and then look for gifts at Centro Commerciale LE ISOLE. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 9th (Sat): make a trip to Riale, contemplate the waterfront views at Lago di Morasco, and then make a trip to Chiesa Parrocchiale di Maria Santissima Assunta.

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Mergozzo is just a stone's throw from Vogogna. November in Mergozzo sees daily highs of 14°C and lows of 4°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 10th (Sun) to allow enough time to travel back home.

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. On the 11th (Mon), examine the collection at Tempio Capitolino e Piazza del Foro, pause for some serene contemplation at Duomo Vecchio di Brescia, explore the historical opulence of Rocca Scaligera di Sirmione, examine the collection at Museo delle Armi Luigi Marzoli e Museo del Risorgimento, then tour the pleasant surroundings at Parco Natura Viva, and finally admire the sheer force of Cascate di Vallesinella. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Valle di Ledro, see the interesting displays at Museo delle Palafitte del Lago di Ledro, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Santa Barbara Church, and finally explore the historical opulence of Castel Beseno.

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Traveling by car from Mergozzo to Sirmione takes 3 hours. In November in Sirmione, expect temperatures between 15°C during the day and 5°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 13th (Wed) to allow time for the car ride back home.

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. On your second day here, explore the historical opulence of Castel Coira - Churburg, have fun and explore at MMape • Mulino Museo dell'ape, then explore the historical opulence of Castel Thun, and finally explore the galleries of Castello Di Stenico.

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