Lake Maggiore Express (Centovalley) Tour for Groups
The Centovalley Train or Lake Maggiore Express is a day's round trip by narrow gauge train and ferry.
Departing Stresa on the normal train you travel as far as Domodossola where you change to the quaint narrow gauge "Centovalley" train - one of Switzerland/Italy's most scenic journeys. The Lake Maggiore Express winds its way slowly up to reach the many bridges and viaducts that span the valleys. There are spectacular views from the train itself and you can even stop off for a short time in one of the many rustic villages that the train passes through.
The Centovalley Train takes you to Locarno which is in Switzerland at the northern tip of Lake Maggiore. The return journey is made in the late afternoon by ferry back to Stresa, relaxing on the outside deck as you cruise between the many lakeside towns.
| Day | Spring/Autumn (exact dates 2021 tbc) |
| Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday and public holidays. | |
| Summer (exact dates 2021 tbc) | |
| Every day. | |
| Itinerary | Travel by regular train to Domodossola |
| Travel by Centovalley Railway from Domodossola to Locarno | |
| Return travel by ferry from Locarno | |
| Duration | Approx 8-9 hours |
| Other Options | If you prefer you can use your own tour bus to travel to Domodossola and/or return from Locarno. |
| The Centovalley Railway on its own operates 365 days a year! So if you just want to take the scenic train journey then you can do that any day. | |
| As with all our group excursions we can tailor make the itinerary to meet your group's needs | |
| Covid-19 | Please note that this tour enters Switzerland, so please check the current covid restrictions/quarantine information between your country of origin and Switzerland. Masks are obligatory and social distancing is observed upon assigning seats. |