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Sicily + Aeolian Islands 8-Day Bike and Boat Tour (Level 2)
Be enchanted by this spectacular cruise among the extraordinary Aeolian islands. On board a charming caique – a traditional fishing boat – you’ll discover these volcanic islands, today part of the UNESCO World Heritage list. Starting from Milazzo on the north-east coast of Sicily, your first stop will be the island of Vulcano. The journey continues to Panarea, with its large rocky ridges. In the background you’ll admire the continuous explosive activity of the Stromboli volcano. We then head to Salina, where you can’t miss tasting a typical Sicilian granita! Finally, enjoy a tour around the charming island of Lipari.
Get ready to experience a truly active journey combining exploration with relaxation. On our cycling and walking tours, you’ll enjoy the wonders of the Aeolian Islands, also known as the “pearls of Sicily.”
Quite easy tours, mostly flat terrain. You can also choose to cycle the cycling tours individually with the help of the Ride with GPS app and our cycling map (available on board).
In between cycling and walking excursions, you’ll cruise along with the ship, which travels to a new destination every day. You’ll dine, sleep and eat breakfast on board. You’ll receive a packed lunch every day to take along the way. It’s also possible to spend a day on board if you like. There are rental bikes on board. The caique gathers 4 double cabins (approx. 8 m2) and 2 smaller double cabins (approx. 7 m2). All cabins are equipped with private facilities with hot and cold water and shower, a small wardrobe and traditional portholes, which can be opened. Bed size is 1,95 x 1,20 m.
The whole caique is furbished with air conditioning and comfortable inner spaces such as the spacious dinette. The guests can also relax on comfortable beach mattresses on the large solarium deck, enjoying the sound of the sea. The stern deck has a wide and elegant lounge. There is free wi-fi in the common areas (when docked in a harbor). The catering on board is an excellent combination of fresh seafood and vegetables, pasta and meat all with the scent of the Mediterranean herbs.
If you would like to rent a Bike (91 EUR) or E-Bike (245 EUR), please contacts [email protected] when booking
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Embarkation: Milazzo
Individual arrival and meeting at 3.30 pm at Catania airport, where you’ll be transferred to Milazzo harbor. Embarkation is at 6 pm at the Marina di Nettuno in Milazzo. 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.
Milazzo (Approx. 15 km/9.4 mi.)
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.
Milazzo – Vulcano Island | Vulcano, roundtrip (Approx. 20 km/12.7 mi.)
Today your caique Sundial 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.
Vulcano – Panarea – Stromboli (3h30 walking)
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, Sundial, 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. Tonight we’ll stay in a sheltered anchorage at Stromboli.
Stromboli – Panarea (2h30 walking) | Panarea – Salina
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.
Salina (Approx. 20 km/12.7 mi.) | Salina – Lipari
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 Sundial will navigate to the island of Lipari, where you can stroll around its charming village. Overnight in the harbor of Lipari.
Lipari (Approx. 25 km/16 mi.) | Lipari – Milazzo
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, Sundial will navigate to Milazzo. Enjoy your last dinner at one of Milazzo’s many restaurants and overnight in the harbor of Milazzo.
Disembarkation: Milazzo
Check-out at 9am after breakfast and collective transfer to Catania airport. Arrival in Catania airport will be around 12 midday.
Tours marked with are special prices.
| Start | End | Max. No. Guests | Accommodation | Price p.p. | ||
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| May 10 2025 | May 17 2025 | 12 | Single rooms | 3,149€ | ||
| Double rooms | 2,399€ | |||||
| May 17 2025 | May 24 2025 | 12 | Single rooms | 0€ | ||
| Double rooms | 2,399€ | |||||
| May 24 2025 | May 31 2025 | 12 | Single rooms | 3,149€ | ||
| Double rooms | 2,399€ | |||||
| May 31 2025 | Jun 07 2025 | 12 | Single rooms | 3,149€ | ||
| Double rooms | 2,399€ | |||||
| Jun 07 2025 | Jun 14 2025 | 12 | Single rooms | 3,149€ | ||
| Double rooms | 2,399€ | |||||
| Jun 14 2025 | Jun 21 2025 | 12 | Single rooms | 3,149€ | ||
| Double rooms | 2,399€ | |||||
| Sep 06 2025 | Sep 13 2025 | 12 | Single rooms | 3,149€ | ||
| Double rooms | 2,399€ | |||||
| Sep 13 2025 | Sep 20 2025 | 12 | Single rooms | 3,149€ | ||
| Double rooms | 2,399€ | |||||
| Sep 20 2025 | Sep 27 2025 | 12 | Single rooms | 3,149€ | ||
| Double rooms | 2,399€ | |||||
| Sep 27 2025 | Oct 04 2025 | 12 | Single rooms | 0€ | ||
| Double rooms | 2,399€ | |||||
| Oct 04 2025 | Oct 11 2025 | 12 | Single rooms | 3,149€ | ||
| Double rooms | 2,399€ | |||||
| Oct 11 2025 | Oct 18 2025 | 12 | Single rooms | 3,149€ | ||
| Double rooms | 2,399€ | |||||
| Oct 18 2025 | Oct 25 2025 | 12 | Single rooms | 3,149€ | ||
| Double rooms | 2,399€ |
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