Experiences & Surroundings

FEATURED EXPERIENCES

Discover Lake Orta
with our Lake Experiences

Discover all our offers and the extra services that will make your experience on Lake Orta unforgettable.

Lake Orta Tour w/private boat and guide

Experience Lake Orta, known as one of the most romantic lakes in Italy, aboard a private boat with a tour leader and tour guide to discover the renowned village of Orta di San Giulio.

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Lake Orta Boat Tour with Alessandro

Experience Lake Orta from a unique point of view on a boat reserved exclusively for you. Discover the geology of this glacial lake, the charming villages around, their stories and legends expertly told by your brilliant guide Alessandro.

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Orta San Giulio Village Cultural Tour

Discover Orta San Giulio, known as the "Pearl" of Lake, a wonderful Medieval Town with its Island,  the Sacro Monte and the fascinating artistic/cultural history of this wonderful lake with an experienced art historian.

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Borromean Islands tour with private boat

Discover the wonderful Borromean Islands of Lake Maggiore, a few kilometers from the villa, aboard a boat for your exclusive use for the day.

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Nature tours with private guide

Enjoy relaxing hikes through the scenic hills above Lake Orta with an expert private guide.

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Bike and E-Bike rental

Lake Orta is the perfect place for renting bikes, racing or MTB, with or without pedal assistance. Explore the area and then relax while admiring the breathtaking view of Lake Orta.

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Canoe & SUP rental

​Reflect yourself in the crystalline waters of Lake Orta and admire its splendor from another point of view.

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Boat rental (w/out driving licence)

Try a change of viewpoint, ride the waves of the lake and watch the spectacle of majestic mountains and old villages as they are reflected in its magical glow.

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Vespa rental/car rental

What is more iconic than exploring Lake Orta on a Vespa or on the legendary FIAT 500? It will be a unique experience.

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THE LAKE DISTRICT

Nature, Culture, Sport, Food & Wine Traditions

Discover Lake Orta, Lake Maggiore, its valleys and the charm of the whole splendid territory of the Lake District in Northern Piedmont.

Lake Maggiore

Lake Maggiore

Lake Maggiore, about a 30-minute drive away, is a remarkable excursion; discover the historical and cultural beauty of its villages and the Borromean Islands, and visit the famous Botanical Garden of Villa Taranto, one of the most beautiful botanical gardens in Europe, featuring countless rare trees and flowers from around the world.

LAGO MAGGIORE – VERBANIA / Km 24

LAGO MAGGIORE – STRESA / Km 22

Sacro Monte

Sacro Monte

A visit to the captivating Sacro Monte is a must—a religious complex composed of numerous chapels with terracotta statues depicting the life of Saint Francis, now recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Isola di San Giulio

Isola di San Giulio

The true gem of the lake is the picturesque Isola di San Giulio. By taking the ferry from the square of Orta San Giulio, visiting the 12th-century Romanesque church with its immense Gothic pulpit and the tomb of Saint Julius is an experience not to be missed.

Val d'Ossola

Val d'Ossola

You can venture as far as Val d’Ossola and enjoy a walk through the enchanting Alpine landscapes of Alpe Veglia, Alpe Devero, and the spectacular Toce waterfalls.

MONTE ROSA / Km 64

CASCATE TOCE /Km 83

VEGLIA – DEVERO / Km 47

Orta San Giulio

Orta San Giulio

Orta San Giulio, the famous medieval village on the lake, is only 3.5 kilometers from the villa: a charming village with narrow cobblestone streets and squares, frescoed houses, palm trees, cafés, and restaurants.

Monte Rosa

Monte Rosa

A visit to Monte Rosa, the second-highest massif in the Alps, is not to be missed. It also offers numerous tours from Alagna and Macugnaga, suitable for both beginners and experts, all the way to the mountain huts on its glaciers.

VILLA ANTICA COLONIA WILL REOPEN ITS DOORS ON MARCH 15TH, 2026. WE LOOK FORWARD TO WELCOMING YOU FOR A NEW SEASON OF BEAUTY AND WELLNESS.