La Maddalena & the Emerald Coast
The yacht glides from the polished glamour of Porto Cervo into a painter’s palette of turquoise and blue. Here, in Sardinia's north-east, the Costa Smeralda’s chic boutiques give way to the elemental beauty of the La Maddalena archipelago. Days are spent navigating between sculptural granite islands, dropping anchor in water of impossible clarity, and diving from the swim platform into your own private paradise. The scent of wild juniper and salt hangs in the air, a constant companion as you discover one of Europe's most treasured marine parks, returning each evening to unparalleled comfort an
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- DAY 01
Cala di Volpe & The Pevero Bays
From Marina di Porto Cervo, a short, sublime cruise brings you to the legendary bay of Cala di Volpe. The iconic hotel presides over a curve of emerald water, the epicentre of the Costa Smeralda's jet-set heritage. Spend the afternoon swimming in the sheltered waters of Grande Pevero, exploring by tender, or simply soaking up the atmosphere from the sundeck with a chilled glass of Vermentino.
- Swim and paddleboard in the sheltered waters of Grande Pevero bay
- Enjoy sunset cocktails at Phi Beach with views of the archipelago
- Play a round at the world-renowned Pevero Golf Club
- Tender ashore for an aperitivo at the iconic Hotel Cala di Volpe
- Anchorage
- Anchorage in the bay of Cala di Volpe
- Dining
- World-class Japanese-Peruvian fusion at Matsuhisa at Hotel Cala di Volpe.
- DAY 02
Isola Caprera
Venture into the heart of the national park to Caprera, an island of raw, protected beauty. Your destination is the eastern shore and the famous Cala Coticcio, affectionately known as 'Tahiti' for its startlingly clear, turquoise water framed by pale granite. It’s a perfect spot for snorkelling amongst the shoals of damselfish and bream, or for the more active, a hike up the rocks reveals a spectacular vantage point over the bay.
- Anchor and swim in the jewel-like waters of Cala Coticcio
- Snorkel amongst the unique marine life of the protected park
- Visit the Compendio Garibaldino, the home and museum of Giuseppe Garibaldi
- Discover the secluded beach of Cala Napoletana on the island's north-west
- Anchorage
- Anchorage at Cala Portese or Cala Coticcio (weather permitting)
- Dining
- An elegant dinner prepared by your private chef, served at anchor under the stars.
- DAY 03
Isola di Spargi
Today is dedicated to the wild, uninhabited island of Spargi, renowned for its pristine beaches and wind-sculpted granite formations. Drop anchor in the magnificent Cala Corsara, a bay protected by towering rocks, including the famous 'Witch Head Rock'. The water here is a spectrum of blues, inviting exploration by tender to discover the neighbouring coves of Cala Soraya and Cala Granara, each more beautiful than the last.
- Explore the sea caves of Cala Corsara by tender or kayak
- Discover the 'Witch Head Rock' and other granite sculptures
- Beach-hop between Cala Corsara, Cala Soraya and Cala Granara
- Enjoy a private beach picnic set up by your crew on a secluded sandy shore
- Anchorage
- Anchorage in the protected bay of Cala Corsara
- Dining
- A relaxed Sardinian-themed lunch at anchor, featuring local cheeses, charcuterie and fresh seafood.
- DAY 04
Budelli & the 'Natural Pool'
Cruise to the archipelago's northern edge and the mythical island of Budelli. From the yacht, you have a privileged view of the protected Spiaggia Rosa, its pink sands a result of crushed coral and shells. Anchor in the 'Porto della Madonna', a breathtaking natural lagoon formed between the islands of Budelli, Razzoli, and Santa Maria. The impossibly turquoise, shallow water makes this one of the most remarkable anchorages in the Mediterranean.
- View the famous, protected pink sands of Budelli's Spiaggia Rosa
- Swim and paddleboard in the shallow, turquoise waters of Porto della Madonna
- Walk across the sandbar to the lighthouse on Isola Razzoli
- Tender to the long sandy beach on the nearby Isola Santa Maria
- Anchorage
- Anchorage in the 'Porto della Madonna'
- Dining
- A casual, fresh seafood lunch ashore at Ristorante da La Ghinghetta on Santa Maria island.
- DAY 05
La Maddalena Town
After days immersed in nature, experience the archipelago's cultural heart with a visit to La Maddalena town. The yacht berths in the historic harbour of Cala Gavetta, putting you steps from a charming tangle of 18th-century streets, lively piazzas and colourful buildings. Spend the afternoon exploring the local boutiques and food shops before enjoying a classic Italian aperitivo, watching the world go by from a pavement cafe.
- Explore the historic centre and cobbled streets of La Maddalena
- Shop for local delicacies, coral jewellery and cork products
- Enjoy an evening aperitivo in the bustling Piazza Garibaldi
- Visit the Nino Lamboglia Naval Museum
- Anchorage
- Berth in the central marina of Cala Gavetta
- Dining
- Authentic island cuisine at Trattoria La Grotta, a local institution famed for its spaghetti with clams.
- DAY 06
Isola Mortorio & Return to Porto Cervo
Enjoy a final, leisurely morning cruise back towards the glamorous Costa Smeralda. The uninhabited island of Mortorio provides a perfect last stop for a morning swim and snorkel in its crystalline waters. After a final relaxed lunch at anchor, it's a short and scenic journey back to Marina di Porto Cervo, your head full of the colours and sensations of this remarkable coastline.
- A final morning swim and snorkel at the uninhabited island of Mortorio
- Relax on the sundeck while cruising past the luxurious villas of Romazzino
- Enjoy one last delicious al fresco lunch prepared by your chef
- Take in the final views of the coastline before arriving back in Porto Cervo
- Anchorage
- Return to berth at Marina di Porto Cervo
- Dining
- A farewell dinner at the elegant Quattro Passi al Pescatore overlooking the water in Porto Cervo.
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