Christmas Cruise on the Islands of Light
Guests embark on covered motorboats from Baveno for a scenic evening cruise viewing the illuminated Isola Bella and Isola dei Pescatori. On Isola Pescatori, visitors can take a stroll among nativities displayed in local houses and courtyards, explore the fishing museum, and enjoy a fisherman's plate of lake fish and fries or a children's snack. Return boats to Baveno depart roughly every 15 minutes.
What to Expect
Covered motorboat cruise viewing Lake Maggiore's illuminated islands with local treats
Event Details
Duration
The Baveno–Isola Pescatori navigation takes about 15 minutes; the total experience lasts about 1 hour and 30 minutes.
Ages
All ages (babies born 2024-2026 free)
Timed Entry
Yes
Organizer
Grotta di Babbo Natale
Food & Drink
Standard tickets include lake fish and fries for adults or a children’s snack with hot tea and chocolate; optional dinner and other drinks cost extra, and special-diet menus cannot be arranged.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families and couples seeking a festive lake outing
Vibe
Festive and scenic
Energy Level
Low
Budget
€€
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
Moderate
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: Base ticket: adults €19.90 and children and young people €13.90, plus €1.90 online presale/service fee at checkout per ticket; babies born in 2024, 2025, or 2026 are free. The fisherman's plate for adults or children's snack and the landing tax are included; FLEXI 12-month date flexibility is included. Optional dinner upgrade: adults €59.00 (shown with €65 struck through) and children and young people up to age 9 €30.00, including the base offer, dinner on Isola Pescatori, and return after dinner. Optional refund insurance costs €3.50 per ticket. Vin brulé and drinks at the pier are not included; restaurant dinner is optional. – Get tickets
- Hours: Departures: 17:30, 18:00, or 18:30. Return boats to Baveno run about every 15 minutes. Optional dinner upgrade: service starts at 18:45 and tables must be vacated by 20:30.
- Parking: Its FAQ specifies that parking in the square is partly free, on the left side when facing the lake.
Tips & Advice
- Arrive a little early to check in with your emailed voucher in the heated lounge at Bar Clipper before your booked departure.
- Park on the left side of Piazza IV Novembre as you face the lake, since that's where the free spaces in the square are.
- There's no need to rush on the island, because return boats to Baveno run about every 15 minutes with no new booking needed.
- If you have food allergies, book the base package and arrange your meal directly with the island restaurants, as the set menus cannot be changed.
- Budget extra for vin brulé, prosecco and hot drinks at the pier or on the island, since none of these are included in the ticket.
Special Events & Promotions
- Dinner upgrade: add dinner on Isola Pescatori with a return by the restaurant's boat, for an extra fee.
- Book-early pricing with 12-month FLEXI date flexibility included.
- Optional refund insurance can be added when booking, for an extra fee.
- Can be combined with the Grotta di Babbo Natale in Ornavasso, 10 minutes away by car, as a day trip or a weekend (separate ticket).
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the ticket include?
It covers a reserved covered motorboat from Baveno and a panoramic cruise past Isola Pescatori and Isola Bella. On Isola Pescatori you can walk among the nativity scenes and visit the fishing museum. Adults get a fisherman's plate of lake fish and fries, and children get a snack with hot tea and chocolate. The landing tax and the return to Baveno are also included.
Can we have dinner on the island?
Yes, with the dinner upgrade. You choose between two menus, plus a children's menu, at the restaurant on Isola Pescatori. The restaurant's own boat brings you back to Baveno after dinner.
Are special menus available for allergies?
No. Neither the fisherman's plate nor the dinner menus can be changed. Guests with allergies or intolerances should book the base package and contact the island restaurants directly.
Can I change my date?
Yes. FLEXI date flexibility is included with online tickets, and you can change your date up to 8 days before. The first two changes are free. You can also use the credit for 12 months on the organizer's other events. Optional refund insurance can be added when you book.
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