Italy: Sicily + Aeolian Islands

Individual arrival and transfer to Milazzo harbor (Sundial) or Capo d’Orlando Marina (Tersane IV). Embarkation is at 6 pm. Get to know your crew and accommodation on board, and enjoy a welcome drink, dinner and presentation of the program. Overnight in the harbor of Milazzo or Capo d’Orlando.

Sundial:  Today you’ll cycle towards Capo Milazzo, where you’ll have the chance to bathe in the wonderful “Venus Pool”, a protected natural sea pool. Once back in Milazzo, you can visit the castle and its ancient hamlet. We’ll stay the night in the harbor of Milazzo.

Tersane IV: Today’s ride from Capo d’Orlando is a perfect blend of cycling, history, and seaside charm. You’ll follow Sicily’s historic coastal road to the medieval town of Brolo, explore its castle, then continue on to Gioiosa Marea where you can taste a refreshing granita with views of the Aeolian Islands.
On the way, discover centuries-old watchtowers and pause at hidden beaches for a swim!

Feeling adventurous? Extend the route to Capo Calavà, where the road winds dramatically through cliffs above the turquoise sea (+10 km/+6.2 mi.).

Today your caique will start navigating towards the island of Vulcano, the so-called “Sulphur Island,” where by bike you’ll explore the island’s hinterland around Piano Grillo, an ideal place to admire an amazing landscape. Then enjoy free time in the afternoon, with plenty of interesting suggestions: walk up to the crater of the volcano, take a mud bath at the island’s sulphur beach, or you can even swim among underwater fumaroles (volcanic vents). Overnight in the harbor of Vulcano.

After breakfast we head towards Panarea, stopping for a swim close to the little islands of Lisca Bianca, Bottara and Dattilo, where volcanic activity is still clearly visible. Once in Panarea, the smallest of the Aeolian Islands, you’ll have lunch at anchor in a picturesque bay. Then the caique will navigate towards Stromboli, with a superb view over the Sciara del Fuoco, Stromboli’s famous talus scree, which sometimes still features lava flows. In the late afternoon, we’ll take a walking trip up to 400mt (1312 ft) above sea level to admire the volcanic activity at dusk. Then we’ll enjoy a picnic dinner at a scenic panoramic viewpoint. Please bring forehead lights with you as the return is by night. Tonight we’ll stay in a sheltered anchorage at Stromboli.

After breakfast, we’ll navigate back towards Panarea. After dropping anchor in the bay of Porto San Pietro, we’ll enjoy a pleasant walk to visit the little village of Panarea, as well as Drautto Beach and its prehistoric village. We’ll stop for a picnic lunch at Cala Junco and then return back on board. Afterwards, we’ll head towards the island of Salina, where you can visit a local shop and sample local products. Overnight in the harbor of Salina.

Today, you’ll start cycling directly on the island of Salina. From Santa Marina on the east coast, you’ll ride to Pollara, a panoramic point on the west coast, where you’ll visit the lake of Lingua. In Pollara you can try a delicious, refreshing granita. Back on board, the barge will navigate to the island of Lipari, where you can stroll around its charming village. Overnight in the harbor of Lipari.

After breakfast, you’ll experience a wonderful coast-to-coast bike ride. Starting from the hamlet of Lipari, you’ll pass by the beautiful village and beach of Canneto. Stop for your picnic lunch at the panoramic point at Quattrocchi and then return to Lipari’s historical center, rich in shops and restaurants. Back on board, the Sundial will navigate to Milazzo and the Tersane IV will return to Capo d’Orlando Marina. Enjoy your last dinner at one of the many restaurants and overnight in the harbor of Milazzo or Capo d’Orlando Marina.

End of your tour: Disembarkation after breakfast until 9 a.m.