ITINERARIES
AEOLIAN ISLANDS - EGADI ISLANDS - AMALFI COAST
Aeolian islands
CAPO D'ORLANDO IS IDEAL STARTING POINT FOR AEOLIAN ISLANDS AND NORTH SICILY COASTThe islands of sun, sea, culture and history, the stage of myths and legends.
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1 week itinerary
There are many variations and we would be happy to organize with you but we can suggest one:
There are many variations and we would be happy to organize with you but we can suggest one:
Saturday
Check in at 05:30 p.m. at Capo d'Orlando and after it we sail for the island of Vulcano, in the bay of Del Gelso.
A bay that seems out of time, black beach and crystal clear violet water, a wild nature made of prickly pears, capers and wild goats that love to go down into the water. The island is formed by four volcanoes, of which only one is in operation, the last eruption was in 1888 and lasted four years, there are still volcanic manifestations.
Sunday
Vulcano's island Possibility of bathing in the famous thermal "pozza" located a few steps from the harbor, fed continuously by innumerable bubbles from which sulfurous vapors, brackish water and clay mud emerge. We sail to Lipari.
We recommend visiting the characteristic town of Marina Corta. Not to be missed is also a visit to the Castle, the Norman Cathedral and the archeological museum. Lipari is the largest of the seven Aeolian islands and one of the Mediterranean crossroads since prehistoric times.
Monday
Panarea Now it has become the island of VIPs. The international jet set is refined here every year in this small island. Enchanted island with white and blue alleys and characteristics bars. It has been inhabited since prehistoric times.
At the southern end of the island, on the promontory of Punta Milazzese, a prehistoric village dating back to the Bronze Age was found. Walks in the characteristics streets of Panarea, the island certainly more exclusive and transgressive. Marine tour in crystal clear waters between submarine islets and sulphates.
Tuesday
Stromboli According to legend, it was the place chosen as a dwelling place by god Eolo and the color of some areas of the island confirms the exact poetic image of Homer. Surely the explosions of the crater were one of the most famous lighthouses of antiquity for anyone navigating in the Tyrrhenian Sea.
One of the most fascinating events on the island is certainly the "Sciara del Fuoco", the lava flow that descends towards the sea.
The volcanic explosions with a jet of luminous lapilli up to great heights an that illuminate the sky of red are there for the whole year and they never disappoint anyone. It is possible to climb to the top of the crater (about 3 hours of walking, absolutely recommended) where it is possible to admire the continuous explosions, placed not far from the path, but it is good to be accompanied by a guide. But Stromboli also offers very characteristic villages where it is pleasant to walk in an absolutely suggestive atmosphere.
Wednesday
The island of Salina derives its name from a body of salt water located in the southern part of the island, which was once used as salt. The island is essentially composed of two former volcanoes.
In ancient times it was precisely for this reason that it was called Dydime, "the double".
Expoloration of the north coast with the characteristic village of Malfa and stop for a swim in the beautiful scenery of the bay of Pollara, where the film "Il postino" was filmed. In the evening, a trip to the quaint village of Santa Marina and Lingua, where you can enjoy the best "granita" of the Aeolian islands. The island is also famous for the production of excellent local wines, it is possible to organize visits and tastings in the cellars. Around Salina it is easy to find cetaceans, dolphins and turtles.
Thursday
Filicudi and Alicudi, the wild heart of the Aeolian islands, even today these islands are felt as remote islands, even by the inhabitants of Lipari. In fact, what makes them feel distant is not so much the distance but something deeper: it is a distance in time, in the way of being the island and its people, it is a distance from the common world.
Stop for baths before and after lunch in the most characteristic points of these marvelous islands, with a visit to the evocative "Grotta del Bue Marino", with a blue water that cannot be more blue.
The backwash of the sea and the rustling of the wind on the vegetation are the only sounds you will hear in Alicudi. Given the particular conformation of the terrain, there are no roads, nothing cars, motorcycles and bicycles.
To tackle the lava stone stairways, which climb everywhere, you rely on your feet and the friendly donkeys or mules that are raised on the island and bear the weight of goods and luggage from the port to the houses scattered on the slope.
Friday
Return to Capo d'Orlando exploring and stopping in the most beautiful bays of the west coast of Filicudi, Lipari and Vulcano, where you still greet the Aeolian islands with a swim in the "Piscina di Venere" an absolutely magical place.
Saturday
Check out at 09:00 a.m. in Capo d'Orlando
This is a general itinerary, it is only indicative and can change based on weather / sea conditions
EGADI ISLANDS
balestrate, marsala and trapani are ideal starting points for egadi islands
The Egadi Islands are only 5 miles from the coast of Trapani.
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1 week itinerary
There are many variations and we would be happy to organize with you, but we can suggest one:
Saturday
Check at 5:30 p.m. at the small port of Marsala, briefing on the itinerary of the week. For those who have chosen to
have only the skipper, you can arrive at embarkation with the galley already made and consequently set sail immediately
after check-in for a nearby roadstead or you can provide the galley after check-in, in this case the overnight stay is
expected in port. You can decide whether to dine out in the characteristic center of Marsala or on board.
Sunday
Favignana A little over 1 hour from Marsala we will find one of the most beautiful bays of the island, where in total
relaxation we can immerse ourselves in crystal clear water, of a dazzling blue and by snorkeling it will be easy to meet
and admire different types of fish. It is the largest island of the Egadi Islands and also the most inhabited. The island has
a characteristic butterfly shape, is quite barren and hosts the typical Mediterranean vegetation. The town of Favignana
is a delightful port of call, its cafes, its cobbled streets, the Piazza della Chiesa, the district of Sant’Anna dating back to
1600, testify to the ancient riches of the island.
Until recently, one of the most impressive "tonnare" of Mediterranean was active here. Belonged to the Florio family, rich Sicilian merchants, the factory has long been the focal point of the economy of the entire archipelago.
Palazzo Florio, located on the top of the highest mountain, was built in 1878 thanks to the idea of Damiani Almeyda, one of the most esteemed architects of the time. At the moment it houses a museum containing archaeological finds recovered from the archipelago's seabed. The summit of the mountain also offers a breathtaking view, from there you can admire the entire island and the sea that surrounds it. The Hypogeum Gardenscertainly deserve a visit: they are tuff quarries that enclose a pretty natural oasis, this thanks to the work of the peasants of the past, who worked to cultivate it with plants and trees.
The most authentic quarries of the island are found,instead, in the north-eastern part: these, in addition to the already mentioned tonnare, represented one of the first economic resources of Favignana.
Favignana has a single port, Cala Principale, whose entrance is very characteristic being this bordered by an old tonnara that descends into the water. We will also see the castle that with its lights in the evening will act as a suggestive backdrop.
In the afternoon we will visit other famous coves, Cala Rossa, Cala Azzurra, Cala Rotonda and the Bue Marino, to then spend a pleasant evening in the harbor, under a wonderful starry sky.
Monday
Morning dedicated to sun and relaxation, lunch on board. In the afternoon, you can be dedicated to visiting the
characteristic village of Favignana.
Tuesday
You can take a guided tour of Florio's museum, once the nerve center of the entire island. Here 900 people worked for
the construction of the Tonnara, an ancient tuna fishing method. Later we will set sail for Levanzo, only half an hour of
navigation and we will find ourselves in an incredible context: a turquoise sea of extraordinary beauty, a place where
time seems to stand still.
A wonderful island, the smallest and wildest of the Egadi Islands. Levanzo is composed of
white limestone rocks in which there are numerous caves. The Greek name of the island was Phorbantia, probably a
cause of the abundant amount of grass in the island. The country consists of a small group of houses with a small marina,
Cala Dogana.
The true pearl of Levanzo is Cala Tramontana, which will give your eyes a show that you will hardly forget:
the colors of rock and water will strike you more than any painting. It hasn't roads, only a small paved road that leads
to the Faraglione beach. This condition of technological backwardness explains the integrity of its scenic beauty.
Wednesday
We will be able to have breakfast on board but going down to the ground, you can find Sicilian granitas, ice creams and
home-made desserts that will surely surprise you. Walking along the paths of Levanzo, we will be able to visit a large
cave, the "grotta del Genovese", where inside you can admire prehistoric depictions, engravings and paintings
describing human and animal figures from the Paleolithic and Neolithic periods.
Once back on board, we will sail around the island, admiring the most beautiful coves like Cala Fredda, the Faraglioni and Cala Minnola where you will have the opportunity to swim having the impression of being surrounded by vegetation, since it reflects perfectly on the mirror of water.
Levanzo, the smallest of the three islands, has a wild soul: no asphalt road, very few houses that in any case are very small and all painted white.
Thursday
We will leave for Marettimo, the most distant and unspoiled island. Its main features are the over 800 caves, its
beautiful hiking trails, surrounded by greenery and with a huge variety of endemic plants.
Located just a dozen miles off the coast of Favignana, Marettimo is the westernmost island of the Egadi Islands and also the wildest, with a very precious vegetative and faunal heritage, where rare species almost unique to the Mediterranean have managed to
survive. Marettimo is very tall and dark, it descends into the sea with arid and steep slopes that end with rocky coasts
in which numerous caves both open and submerged open up, a true pride of the island. Among the most beautiful caves
is that of the Thunder or of the Nativity, famous for its stalactites and stalagmites.
Marettimo also offers wonderful experiences for scuba diving enthusiasts, such as the wreckage of a merchant ship, a 30-m deep cave dive, and the immersion in the Secca del Cammello.
Another asset of the island is the absolute tranquility that inspires its visitors. Peace is guaranteed by the small number of inhabitants who live grouped in small sympathic centers. For lunch we head under the castle of Marettimo, now a monk seal observatory. In the afternoon, we will enter the port, and will go ashore to visit the characteristic alleys of the center. Marettimo is famous for its excellent food and delicious local wines.
Also worthy of note for a visit is the Byzantine church, which presents an architecture of oriental appeal, the archaeological site dating back to the Roman period called the "Roman houses" and whose building had a defensive purpose, the castle located on Mount Falcone, from which you will be able to admire both the marvelous architecture of the fortress and, turning your gaze to the horizon, an amazing panorama.
Friday
In the morning, we will be accompanied by local fishermen with small boats in the reserve area of category A reserve
area. This area, which is reserved for them only, allows you to admire the caves, the marble quarries and with a little
luck, we will encounter dolphins and seals nuns. In the afternoon we will sail on the way back to arrive in Marsala.
Saturday
Check out at 9:00.
This is a general itinerary, it is only indicative and can change based on weather / sea conditions
AMALFI COAST & PONTINE ISLANDSCertainly its worldwide one of the most known places of Italy. Ischia, Capri, Sorrento, Amalfi and Positano. In the collective consciousness it calls to mind mediterranean happy and pittoresque mood.
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Alternative for lovers of navigation with departure from Castellammare di Stabia
Saturday at 5:30 p.m. embarking in Castellammare di Stabia After for aperitif and check-in, after procedures for a Mediterranean dinner on board.
Sunday we reach Ischia, famous for its historic thermal springs, its colorful seaside villages and the majestic Aragonese Castle.
Monday Ventotene Island with its ancient Roman port dug into the rock or alternatively Ponza with the magical bay of Chiaia di Luna.
Tuesday Procida, a historic fishing village and Marina di Chiaiolella.
Wednesday Capri here you will find the maximum naturalistic expression of the Neapolitan archipelago with its Faraglioni, the Blue Grotto and the famous Piazzetta.
Thursday along the breathtaking beauties of the Amalfi Coast you can visit Positano, an authentic jewel anchored to the rock with its typical fashion shops and Amalfi.
Friday Sorrento, the pearl of the Sorrento peninsula and of Nerano with the enchanting Conca del sogno . Before the sunset return to Castellamare di Stabia.
Saturday check out at 9:0 a.m.
Sunday we reach Ischia, famous for its historic thermal springs, its colorful seaside villages and the majestic Aragonese Castle.
Monday Ventotene Island with its ancient Roman port dug into the rock or alternatively Ponza with the magical bay of Chiaia di Luna.
Tuesday Procida, a historic fishing village and Marina di Chiaiolella.
Wednesday Capri here you will find the maximum naturalistic expression of the Neapolitan archipelago with its Faraglioni, the Blue Grotto and the famous Piazzetta.
Thursday along the breathtaking beauties of the Amalfi Coast you can visit Positano, an authentic jewel anchored to the rock with its typical fashion shops and Amalfi.
Friday Sorrento, the pearl of the Sorrento peninsula and of Nerano with the enchanting Conca del sogno . Before the sunset return to Castellamare di Stabia.
Saturday check out at 9:0 a.m.
Alternative with more land exploration with departure from Castellammare di Stabia
Saturday at 5:30 p.m. embarking in Castellammare di Stabia. Check in procedures and Mediterranean dinner on board.
Sunday Procida, a historic fishing village and Marina di Chiaiolella.
Monday Ischia, famous for its historic thermal springs, the colorful seaside villages and the majestic Aragonese Castle.
Tuesday Capri, here you can find maximum naturalistic expression of the Neapolitan archipelago with its Faraglioni, the Blue Grotto and the famous Piazzetta.
Wednesday Along the breathtaking beauties of the Amalfi Coast visit Positano, an authentic jewel anchored to the rock with its typical fashion shops and Amalfi, a characteristic seaside village with narrow streets full of Campania colors and fragrances.
Thursday Return to Capri to discover other suggestive coves and bays with intense blue colors.
Friday Sorrento, the pearl of the Sorrento peninsula and of Nerano with the enchanting Conca del sogno . Before the sunset return to Castellamare di Stabia.
Saturday Check out at 9:30 a.m
Alternative for lovers of navigation with departure from Salerno
Saturday at 05:30 p.m. embarking in Salerno-Marina Di Arechi. After an aperitif and check in procedures for a Mediterranean dinner on board.
Sunday departure for Amalfi. You may visit the ancient Maritime Republic where you will find the wonderful Duomo cathedral.
Monday we reach Ischia, famous for its historic thermal springs, its colorful seaside villages and the majestic Aragonese Castle.
Tuesday Ventotene Island with its ancient Roman port dug into the rock or alternatively Ponza, with the magical bay of Chiaia di Luna.
Wednesday Procida, a historic fishing village and Marina di Chiaiolella.
Thursday Capri here you will find the maximum naturalistic expression of the Neapolitan archipelago with its Faraglioni, the Blue Grotto and the famous Piazzetta.
Friday Sorrento, the pearl of the Sorrento peninsula and along the breathtaking beauties of the Amalfi Coast you can visit Positano, an authentic jewel anchored to the rock with its typical fashion shops and Cetara, capital of tuna and anchovy fishing. In the evening return to Salerno.
Saturday check out at 09:00 a.m.
Alternative with more land exploration with departure from Salerno
Saturday at 05:30 p.m. embarking in Salerno-Marina Di Arechi. After an aperitif and check in procedures for a Mediterranean dinner on board.
Sunday departure for Amalfi, you visit the ancient Maritime Republic with its marvelous Duomo and climb up to Ravello to visit the famous Villas and enjoy the breathtaking view.
Monday Capri, here you can find maximum naturalistic expression of the Neapolitan archipelago with its Faraglioni, the Blue Grotto and the famous Piazzetta.
Tuesday Ischia, famous for its historic thermal springs, the colorful seaside villages and the majestic Aragonese Castle.
Wednesday Procida,a historic fishing village and Marina di Chiaiolella.
Thursday Sorrento, the pearl of the Sorrento peninsula.
Friday Along the breathtaking beauties of the Amalfi Coast visit Positano, an authentic jewel anchored to the rock with its typical fashion shops and Cetara, capital of tuna and anchovy fishing. In the evening return to Salerno.
Saturday check out at 09:00 a.m.
WE PREFER THE IONIAN GREECE BUT ARE ALSO POSSIBLE ROUTES IN THE AEGEAN SEE.....Oriental coasts of Greek Ionian Islands from Levkas to Zakinthos define a “inner sea” with the mainland. Sea conditions in this lagoon are optimally for sailing from april to october: gentle tomoderate breeze with calm sea. All ideal premises for an enthusiastic sailing cruise.
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MARINA DI RAGUSA IS IDEAL STARTING POINT FOR SOUTH SICILY AND MALTAIt is particularly interesting for its geographical location, the climate here is influenced by the proximity to the North of Africa, giving us good weather even in the winter and hot sun, for the colors and the beauty of the sea, for the fascinating hinterland which allows even with a bad weather to find easy alternatives.
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