Santa Caterina del Sasso is one of Italy's most striking monasteries – and it looks best from the water. In the morning light the hermitage rises dramatically from the cliffs above Lake Maggiore.
Enjoy the boat tour privately, peacefully and with fascinating stories from your skipper. Ideal for couples, families and photographers who want the lake away from the crowds.
A picture-perfect morning. As Lake Maggiore lies calm and the sun slowly emerges from behind the mountains, your unforgettable boat tour begins. Our destination: the spectacular Santa Caterina del Sasso monastery, built dramatically into the cliffside – it appears even more majestic from the water than from land. On board, you can expect a true highlight: a small group, a relaxed atmosphere, and a skipper who brings the stories, myths, and secret tips of the region to life. As the picturesque lakeside villages glide by, you will experience the lake from a perspective usually reserved for locals.
Duration
3, 4 or 7 hours
Departure
Laveno-Mombello · Brebbia · Feriolo · Cannero · Cannobio – other locations by arrangement
Group size
up to 8 guests at a fixed price, up to 12 guests on request
Unique view of the monastery – dramatic, impressive, and unforgettable.
The tour starts when the lake is calm, the light is golden, and the moment is special.
Learn more about the places, culture, and life on the lake.
Perfect perspectives for capturing special memories of the lake and the monastery.
This tour is perfect for anyone wanting to experience Lake Maggiore at its most impressive – calm, authentic, and up close. Whether for couples in love seeking special moments, culturally interested guests with an appreciation for history, or small groups who want to make genuine discoveries far from mass tourism: those who love the exceptional will not forget this trip.
Every tour with Striga Constanze is tailored to the booked package – with individual stops for photos, swimming or an aperitivo.
Greeting by your captain at your chosen departure harbour – Laveno-Mombello, Brebbia, Feriolo, Cannero or Cannobio. A short introduction to the history of our boat and safety instructions.
Relaxed cruising along the route with initial views of Lake Maggiore.
Depending on the booked tour, a stop of about 15 minutes to 1 hour can be made along the way – for example for photos, a photo session, a swimming break, or an aperitif.
Atmospheric return journey to the starting point of the tour.
One price for your entire group – up to 8 guests at a fixed price, up to 12 guests on request, skipper included.
3 hours
€490
Fixed price per private tour
The compact highlights tour
4 hours
€690
Fixed price per private tour
Incl. swimming stop & aperitivo break
7 hours (flexible)
€990
Fixed price per private tour
Incl. extended swimming stop, aperitivo & hidden coves
Up to 8 guests at a fixed price, up to 12 guests on request via the contact form.
Exit Game surcharge: plus €20 per person for the materials and keepsakes you can take home. Material & keepsakes (logbook etc.). More about the Exit Game
Meditation surcharge: plus €20 per person for meditation guidance & tea. More about meditation
Bestseller€490
Private tour
Bestseller€490
Private tour
Aboard the »Striga Constanze« you sail on a replica of a Northern European working boat from the early 1900s. A boat with character, history and comfort. The perfect setting for your cruise on Lake Maggiore.
Built in 1979 by Baumgartner Shipworks in Hamburg, with a GRP and wood hull. Last restored in 2021, with a second refit in 2026. An experienced skipper is on board for every tour.
Find out why our guests call our boat tour the highlight of their holiday.
«A wonderful boat tour on a unique sailing boat on Lake Maggiore. We got to know the lake from completely different perspectives. It's also worth highlighting that the tour could be rescheduled at short notice due to a spell of bad weather, and we were ultimately able to enjoy the trip in the best weather. The crew was thoroughly likeable and made a great effort. We can only recommend the trip to everyone.»
Alexander G. · 02 June 2026Verified review (holido)
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