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6 days · 6 stops

Stromboli by Night & Panarea Chic

The Tyrrhenian Sea whispers against the hull as you depart Lipari, the scent of lemon groves and salt in the air. This is a journey into the heart of Aeolian glamour and primal nature. Days are spent on Panarea, navigating its chic, bougainvillea-draped lanes and exclusive beach clubs. Nights are for Stromboli, where from the comfort of your private deck, you watch the volcano breathe fire into the star-filled sky. This is an elemental contrast of sophisticated leisure and raw, natural power.

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  1. DAY 01

    Lipari & The Pumice Coast

    Welcome aboard at Marina Lunga, Lipari's vibrant main port. Once settled, we take a short cruise north along the coast to the dazzling white pumice quarries. The seabed, layered with sediment, reflects the light, turning the water an impossible shade of turquoise for your first swim in the Aeolian Sea.

    • Settle into your yacht at Marina Lunga, Lipari
    • Swim in the brilliant blue waters of Spiagge Bianche
    • Explore the historic centre and charming Corso Vittorio Emanuele
    • Enjoy a sunset aperitivo overlooking the harbour
    Anchorage
    Anchorage at Pignataro Bay
    Dining
    Ristorante Filippino
  2. DAY 02

    Panarea, Cala Junco

    A gentle morning cruise brings you to Panarea, the archipelago's smallest and most exclusive island. We drop anchor in the magnificent bay of Cala Junco, a natural amphitheatre of rock. Swim in crystalline waters before taking the tender ashore to walk up to the remains of a Bronze Age settlement, with commanding views over the sea.

    • Swim in the iconic bay of Cala Junco
    • Hike to the prehistoric village of Capo Milazzese
    • Snorkel in the neighbouring Cala degli Zimmari
    • Explore the whitewashed lanes of San Pietro village
    Anchorage
    Mooring buoy at Cala Junco or Cala degli Zimmari
    Dining
    Cusiritati
  3. DAY 03

    Panarea Chic & The Islets

    Today is dedicated to Panarea's sophisticated allure. The yacht's tender is at your disposal to explore the satellite islets of Basiluzzo and Lisca Bianca, where sulphuric fumaroles bubble up from the seabed. The afternoon is for relaxing at a stylish lido before preparing for the island's legendary nightlife.

    • Tender tour to the islets of Basiluzzo and Lisca Bianca
    • Snorkel over the underwater fumaroles
    • Sunset cocktails at the celebrated Bridge Sushi Bar
    • Experience the famous nightlife at Raya Restaurant & Club
    Anchorage
    Mooring buoy south of Porto San Pietro
    Dining
    Dinner and dancing at Raya
  4. DAY 04

    Stromboli by Night

    After a relaxed morning, we cruise north to the unmistakable cone of Stromboli. As twilight descends, the yacht positions itself off the Sciara del Fuoco, the 'Stream of Fire'. From the privacy of the deck, you have a front-row seat to the volcano's regular, dramatic eruptions, a primal display of light and sound against the night sky.

    • Cruise past the dramatic Strombolicchio lighthouse
    • Anchor off the Sciara del Fuoco
    • Watch the sunset over the Aeolian archipelago
    • Witness Stromboli's nocturnal eruptions from the deck
    Anchorage
    Anchorage off the Sciara del Fuoco
    Dining
    A special dinner served on the aft deck, timed with the volcanic spectacle
  5. DAY 05

    Salina, The Green Island

    From Stromboli's black shores, we sail to the verdant slopes of Salina. The yacht anchors in the beautiful Pollara Bay, a collapsed volcanic crater made famous by the film 'Il Postino'. The island is a haven of caper farms and vineyards producing the sweet Malvasia wine, offering a peaceful counterpoint to the previous night's drama.

    • Swim in the cinematic Pollara Bay
    • Visit a traditional caper producer like Sapori Eoliani
    • Taste the local dessert wine at Cantine Hauner
    • Explore the elegant boutiques of Santa Marina Salina
    Anchorage
    Anchorage in Pollara Bay
    Dining
    Ristorante Signum
  6. DAY 06

    Vulcano & Disembarkation

    Our final Aeolian stop is Vulcano, an island of potent primordial energy. Witness the steaming crater from the water and take a final swim at a black sand beach. A farewell lunch is served on board during the smooth cruise back to Sicily, concluding your journey at the Porto di Milazzo with memories of fire, sea, and style.

    • View the 'Fossa di Vulcano' crater from the yacht
    • Enjoy a final swim at Gelso's black sand beach
    • Experience the therapeutic thermal waters at Laghetto di Fanghi
    • Enjoy a final Sicilian lunch while cruising to Milazzo
    Anchorage
    N/A - Disembark at Porto di Milazzo
    Dining
    Farewell lunch on board
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