Bike and Boat in Sicily, between the Aeolian Islands

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Tour

Bike and boat tours

Duration

8 days

Distance

80Km

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Guided

Travel alone or with your loved ones, but with the support of a specialized guide. The perfect organization and safety in a single experience!
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2/5 Medium-Easy

Moderate-Easy, between 25 and 65 kilometers per day with an elevation gain between 150 and 300 meters.

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Ring

The starting point is the same as the ending point, with overnight stays in different hotels and daily stages.

Description

Day 1: Milazzo
The crew of our caique awaits us at 6:00 PM for boarding at the Marina di Nettuno: with all the warmth of the South, they will welcome us with a refreshing aperitif. But what beauties await us in the coming days? Don’t worry, the tour guide is ready to illustrate the tour in detail and answer any questions. Overnight stay in the port of Milazzo.

Day 2: Milazzo (15 km by bike)
No more untouched corners of paradise? Judge for yourself! This morning, a short bike ride will lead us to Capo Milazzo and its extreme tip stretching into the Tyrrhenian Sea: the Venus Pool. Here, the cliff forms a natural lagoon where sea water freely enters and creates a pleasant lapping sound. To get there, a simple walk through the greenery of olive trees and the blue of the sea will offer a wonderful view of the Tyrrhenian coast and the Aeolian Islands, our next destination. Back in Milazzo, we’ll have the opportunity to visit the castle and the old village. Dinner and overnight on board in the port of Milazzo.

Day 3: Milazzo – Vulcano Island (20 km by bike)
Today we move to the Aeolian Islands, one of the 60 Italian UNESCO heritage sites. In this leg, we’ll explore Vulcano, a sulfurous island where, according to Greek mythology, Hephaestus’s workshops were located, the god of fire and blacksmithing. Just look at the fumaroles to see that the “workshop” is still open today, although the last eruption was in the late nineteenth century. In the afternoon, free time: those who love active holidays, don’t miss the climb to the crater (400 m above sea level)! The effort will be rewarded by a splendid view. Back at the port, you can relax in the Vulcano Mud Baths, a natural lagoon known for its therapeutic properties. Dinner and overnight on board in the port of Vulcano.

Day 4: Vulcano Island – Panarea Island – Stromboli Island (3.5 hours on foot)
The cruise among the Aeolian Islands continues. As we sail to Panarea, the blue sea and sparkling, foamy waves enchant us from the boat. So let’s heed its call with a nice dive among the islets of Lisca Bianca, Bottara, and Dattilo! The small Panarea awaits us to offer one of its bays as a splendid lunch spot. But we don’t linger too long: back on our caique, we’ll enjoy the show offered by the spectacular Sciara del Fuoco, the slope formed by lava and lapilli descending from Stromboli to the sea. Up close, it is even more dramatic, and we can see for ourselves with a hike on Stromboli’s slopes (440 m): the volcanic explosions at sunset are worth the climb. We conclude the walk with a scenic evening picnic. Return on board and overnight at anchor in Stromboli.

Day 5: Stromboli Island – Panarea Island – Salina Island (2.5 hours on foot)
We haven’t forgotten about Panarea! Today we will have all the time to visit this island, the smallest and oldest of all the Aeolians. On board our caique, we reach Porto San Pietro, its vibrant heart: a nice walk from the port takes us to the center, characterized by typical white houses clinging to the gently terraced slopes. We continue the walk to enjoy its famous beaches: Drautto and Cala Junco. Picnic break on the beach. We return on board to continue our cruise to another beautiful island: Salina, which will host us for the night. Among the narrow streets of the center, you can find many shops and typical restaurants.

Day 6: Salina Island – Lipari Island (20 km by bike)
Did you know that Salina is considered the greenest island in the Aeolians? It hosts a Nature Reserve over more than half its territory: let’s discover it together by crossing the island from Santa Marina on the east coast to Pollara. Does this small village on the volcanic crater sound familiar? Of course, the movie The Postman with Massimo Troisi was filmed here. Along the way, we’ll have splendid views: a mandatory photo from the Lingua salt lake, from where the island of Lipari can be clearly seen, which we will reach with a short navigation. Dinner and overnight on board in the port of Lipari.

Day 7: Lipari Island – Milazzo (25 km by bike)

Last day by bike: a circular route allows us to slowly explore the coasts of Lipari Island, which alternates between beaches, large bays, and cliffs. Therefore, a stop at the beaches of Canneto and Acquacalda for a nice swim in crystal-clear waters is essential, as is the picnic stop at Quattrocchi viewpoint, named because two eyes will not be enough to see this wonderful panorama of the sea stacks! The starting and ending point will be the lively town of Lipari, where you can buy the last souvenirs among the alleys winding between Corso and Via Garibaldi. Return to port in Milazzo for overnight and free dinner in the center.

Day 8: Milazzo
Breakfast, disembarkation by 9:00 AM, end of services. 
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✅ What is included in the trip?

  • Travel/Medical Insurance 24/24
  • Overnight stay and breakfast
  • GPS or navigation APP
  • Luggage transfer
  • Local telephone assistance 7/7
  • Welcome briefing
  • Detailed description and maps of the itinerary
  • Guide
  • Helmet
  • 6 packed lunches and 6 dinners
  • Linens and towels
  • Port taxes
  • WiFi onboard

❌ What is not included?

  • Transfers not listed as "Included"
  • City tax
  • Tips
  • Journey to/from the starting point of the tour
  • Meals and drinks not listed as "Included"
  • Bike rental
  • Extras
  • Entrance fees, ferries and anything not listed as "Included"

💸 Cancellation fees

  • Time Range
  • Full refund
  • More 84 days of departure
  • 70%
  • From 84 to 42 days before departure
  • 40%
  • From 42 to 28 days before departure
  • 10%
  • Up to 7 days before departure
  • Not refundable

Bike and Boat in Sicily, between the Aeolian Islands

  • To experience an exclusive week aboard a magnificent gulet sailing between the Aeolian Islands alternating bike routes, stretches of navigation, and trekking
  • To walk the wonderful Ponente Nature Trail and from Capo Milazzo, walking among the scents of the Mediterranean scrub and the blue of the sea, reaching the Piscine di Venere, a natural pool created by the sea as it wedges into a cliff cove: a unique place
  • To climb up to the crater of Vulcano island and walking among the fumaroles discover the legendary forge of Hephaestus, then treat yourself to a wellness moment with the sulfur mud baths of the Laghetto di fanghi
  • To be enchanted by the breathtaking spectacle of Stromboli's Sciara del Fuoco seen from the sea at sunset and in the starry Aeolian night
  • To dive from the boat into the crystal-clear sea among the islets of Panarea, embark on a discovery of the smallest and most exclusive of the Aeolian Islands, and dine in one of its many small restaurants savoring the Aeolian specialties
  • To be charmed by the poetic allure of Salina island as you bike across it, immersed in its rich vegetation, all the way to Pollara, where some scenes of Massimo Troisi's last film Il Postino were filmed
  • To explore Lipari island, the largest of the Aeolian Islands, at a slow pace and discover that two eyes won't be enough to admire the stunning panorama offered at the Belvedere Quattrocchi
  • Because a bike and boat vacation is a unique and unforgettable experience that allows you to alternate between active life and relaxation immersed in nature and to live magical moments to share with your loved one or a group of friends

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