7-Day Sicily Yacht Charter Itinerary: Aeolian Islands & Taormina
7 planned days, starting at Lipari, Aeolian Islands and finishing at Syracuse (Ortigia), Sicily. Stops include Lipari, Aeolian Islands, Salina, Aeolian Islands, Panarea & Stromboli, Aeolian Islands, Vulcano, Aeolian Islands, Milazzo & Tindari, Sicily and further stops detailed below. Confirm the daily passages and shore plans with your captain before booking.
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Plan this charter
- First planned stop
- Lipari, Aeolian Islands
- Final planned stop
- Syracuse (Ortigia), Sicily
Shore plans to discuss with your crew
- Day 1Lipari Castle & Archaeological Museum
- Day 1Cathedral of San Bartolomeo
- Day 1Marina Corta waterfront
- Day 1Obsidian quarries
- Day 2Malvasia wine tasting
- Day 2Pollara beach (from 'Il Postino')
Confirm joining and departure ports, yacht availability and the daily passage plan before paying a deposit. The captain decides anchorages and any route changes for weather, sea conditions and local restrictions. Shore venues, marine-park permissions and activity bookings require separate confirmation.
Map connections are schematic, not a navigable passage plan. Distances, safe approaches and passage times must be checked by the captain.
Ask for an itemised quotation covering the charter fee, taxes, APA or package expenses, berth charges and any delivery or redelivery costs.
- DAY 01
Lipari, Aeolian Islands
The largest of the Aeolian Islands, Lipari offers a vibrant town centre dominated by its historic castle and archaeological park. Explore the narrow streets, discover local artisan shops, and enjoy the lively atmosphere.
- Lipari Castle & Archaeological Museum
- Cathedral of San Bartolomeo
- Marina Corta waterfront
- Obsidian quarries
- Anchorage
- Marina Lunga
- Dining
- Ristorante Filippino
- DAY 02
Salina, Aeolian Islands
Known as the greenest of the Aeolian Islands, Salina is famous for its capers and Malvasia wine. The twin volcanic peaks create a distinctive silhouette, and charming villages like Lingua and Santa Marina Salina offer delightful exploration.
- Malvasia wine tasting
- Pollara beach (from 'Il Postino')
- Fossa delle Felci nature reserve
- Lingua salt lake
- Anchorage
- Santa Marina Salina
- Dining
- Portobello
- DAY 03
Panarea & Stromboli, Aeolian Islands
Panarea is the smallest and most fashionable of the Aeolian Islands, with whitewashed houses and chic boutiques. In the evening, cruise to Stromboli to witness its spectacular, regular eruptions from a safe distance.
- Cala Junco bay, Panarea
- Panarea village exploration
- Stromboli's 'Sciara del Fuoco' eruptions
- Snorkelling at Basiluzzo islet
- Anchorage
- Cala Zimmari (Panarea), offshore Stromboli
- Dining
- Da Pina (Panarea)
- DAY 04
Vulcano, Aeolian Islands
Vulcano offers a raw, primal landscape with its active crater, thermal mud baths, and black sand beaches. The island provides a unique opportunity to experience the island's volcanic energy firsthand.
- Hike to Gran Cratere
- Mud baths and thermal waters
- Spiaggia delle Sabbie Nere (black sand beach)
- Grotta del Cavallo and Piscina di Venere
- Anchorage
- Porto di Levante
- Dining
- Il Cappero
- DAY 05
Milazzo & Tindari, Sicily
Returning to the Sicilian mainland, Milazzo offers a historic castle and a charming old town. A short excursion inland takes you to Tindari, perched atop a cliff with its ancient Greek theatre and sanctuary.
- Milazzo Castle
- Capo Milazzo natural pools
- Tindari Archaeological Park
- Sanctuary of the Black Madonna, Tindari
- Anchorage
- Marina di Nettuno, Milazzo
- Dining
- La Lanterna
- DAY 06
Taormina, Sicily
Perched on a cliff overlooking the Ionian Sea, Taormina is renowned for its ancient Greek theatre, stunning views of Mount Etna, and sophisticated atmosphere. Explore its elegant streets and enjoy the vibrant culture.
- Ancient Theatre of Taormina
- Isola Bella nature reserve
- Corso Umberto shopping
- Gardens of Villa Comunale
- Anchorage
- Giardini Naxos
- Dining
- Bam Bar (granita), La Capinera
- DAY 07
Syracuse (Ortigia), Sicily
The historic island of Ortigia, the heart of Syracuse, captivates with its Baroque architecture, ancient Greek ruins, and bustling market. Wander through its labyrinthine streets, discovering hidden courtyards and sea views.
- Duomo di Siracusa
- Fonte Aretusa (Arethusa Spring)
- Ortigia Market
- Castello Maniace
- Anchorage
- Marina di Ortigia
- Dining
- Don Camillo
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