Cruise in the Aeolian Islands on board a large caïque

Your cruise

Come aboard a comfortable caïque for an unforgettable week in the heart of the Aeolian Islands. Angelo, your professional skipper, will make you discover the creeks, caves and bays that make the charms of the region. On the program for your week: swimming, lazing around, walking on land and discovering historical sites.

Your possible stops during this cruise

Below you will find an example of what your itinerary could be for your Aeolian Islands Cruise on board a large caique. Each itinerary can be modified if the skipper deems it necessary, taking into account the weather conditions.

DAY 1 : Boarding in Lipari and first night on board
Angelo will meet you at 6:00 pm at the port of Lipari to embark. A welcome cocktail will await you on board, followed by a free evening in the beautiful town of Lipari, considered the heart of the archipelago. Lipari is the largest of the Aeolian Islands, famous for its "pumice stone quarries", for its archaeological museum and for its cathedral dedicated to Saint Bartholomew, patron saint of the archipelago. You will have the pleasure to discover, among the alleys of the old city, the characteristic stores of the local craft industry. Dinner and overnight on board in Lipari.

DAY 2 : Heading for Salina
After breakfast on board, you will sail along the west coast of Lipari. You will be able to admire the atypical rock formations of Faraglioni di Capri where those who wish can swim and relax on the famous small white beach. Lunch on board and departure for Salina, which is considered the greenest island of the archipelago due to the beauty of its caper gardens and vineyards. You can enjoy a swim in the turquoise waters that border Salina and then stop to discover the picturesque port of "Rinella". Once on land, it will be possible to rent a scooter or a car to visit the island from the land. Dinner and overnight stay in Salina.

DAY 3 : Direction Alicudi
Breakfast on board and departure for Alicudi. During the navigation that will take you to your stopover of the day, you will enjoy the view of one of the most beautiful parts of the Aeolian Sea. If you are lucky, you may see dolphins or sea turtles during the crossing! When you reach the island, your crew will make a stop for a swim. After lunch, those who wish can visit the charming downtown area of Alicudi. Dinner and overnight in Alicudi.

DAY 4 : Sailing to Filicudi
After breakfast, you will set sail for what is considered the most tranquil and fascinating of the Aeolian Islands, Filicudi. During your navigation, you will be able to observe "Grotta del Bue Marino" and the ancient volcanic pass "La Canna". Once you arrive at your stopover of the day, a snorkeling session will allow you to fully enjoy the seabed surrounding Filicudi. Lunch on board and stop for a swim. At the end of the afternoon, you will have the opportunity to visit the island. Dinner and overnight in Filicudi.

DAY 5 : Discovering Panarea
Direction Panarea for this new stage of your cruise. You will discover this island that many consider the most elegant and trendy of the Aeolian Islands. During your navigation, you will make a stop for a swim and lunch in the bay of Calajunco. In the afternoon, you will sail around the beautiful islets of Panarea. Going around "Lisca Bianca", "Dattilo" and "Bottaro", you will stop for a swim in the famous underwater solfataras which offer warm waters thanks to volcanic gases. In the afternoon, you will head for the village of San Pietro in Panarea, where you will have the opportunity to visit prehistoric sites such as the promontory of Punta Milazzese. At sunset, an aperitif will be served while you enjoy the breathtaking view. Dinner and overnight in Panarea.

DAY 6 : Stopover in Stromboli
Head for Stromboli for this new day. This island will offer you the spectacle of the four elements: air, water, earth and fire. You will stop for a swim near Ginostra, a very small village of only 24 inhabitants, whose only means of transportation is still the bicycle or the donkey. In the afternoon, you will walk through the characteristic streets of Stromboli until you reach the Piazza del Vento, a splendid setting on the ancient volcanic pass of Strombolicchio. Dinner and overnight stay in Stromboli.

DAY 7 : Hoist the sails to Vulcano
After breakfast on board you will leave Stromboli to reach Vulcano. You will arrive on the western side of the island, a stop will be made so that you can enjoy a swim among the picturesque coves of the coast. After lunch on board, you will resume sailing to admire the age-old and polychrome formations of volcanic rock that constitute the "Grotta". The "Grotta del Cavallo" and the "Piscina di Venere" will amaze you with the splendor of their landscapes. You will then reach the bay of the port of Vulcano where you can enjoy an original experience: a natural mud bath. Dinner and overnight stay in Vulcano.

DAY 8 : Disembarkation in Lipari
Breakfast on board and departure for Lipari where you will disembark before 9 am.