• Discover Sicily, an island of priceless treasures, explore the fascinating and authentic Aeolian Islands.
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Description
  • Discover Sicily, an island of priceless treasures, explore the fascinating and authentic Aeolian Islands.
Itinerary

SUNDAY: ARRIVAL

  • Arrival at Catania airport. Optional group transfer to Milazzo; hydrofoil included for Lipari. Transfer to the hotel and overnight stay.

MONDAY: VULCANO

  • Breakfast at the hotel. In the morning, meeting at the port and departure at 09:30 for Vulcano. The day begins with a trip along the western coast of Lipari, with a visit to the Angels' Cave, the Faraglioni, and the beautiful Vinci beach. Our tour starts along the eastern coast from Lipari to the Vulcanello peninsula and continues towards the seahorse cave, Horse Cave, and the Venus bath, Pool of Venus, a natural pool in the middle of the sea, followed by a swimming break. The next stop is the port of Vulcano. The island is very large and has many things to see. All the places to visit are easily reachable on foot, so everyone can visit the village and have free time to do everything. We will stay in Vulcano for a long period. Not far from the port are the Black Sands (black beach), the thermal mud pool, and the sulfur water beach. The village offers a wide choice of traditional restaurants and all kinds of shops. Additionally, it is possible to climb the large crater of Vulcano. It is recommended to wear comfortable and closed shoes. The path is marked by some signs, the ascent time is about 50 minutes and a little less to descend. Return to Lipari. Free afternoon and overnight at the hotel.

TUESDAY: PANAREA & STROMBOLI

  • Breakfast at the hotel, meeting at the port in the early afternoon and departure for Panarea. Stop at the beautiful Calajunco in wonderful waters. Then departure for a cruise of the small islands of Dattilo and Lisca Bianca. In Panarea, you will be free to visit the charming village. Continuing towards Basiluzzo, the largest of the islets of Panarea, we will reach Stromboli. Sailing along the small village of Ginostra, reachable only by sea, we will take you to Scari, the port of Stromboli. A few steps to your right is the black sand beach of San Vincenzo which continues to surround almost the entire island. You have free time to swim again, stroll through the charming village, visit craft shops, and eat: the island offers everything. At sunset, turning around the islet of Strombolicchio, heading towards the Sciara del Fuoco, after dropping anchor, you will enjoy the spectacular view of Stromboli's explosions. Return to Lipari, optional transfer to the hotel and overnight stay.

WEDNESDAY: LIPARI & SALINA

  • Breakfast at the hotel, meeting at the port and departure at 10:00. These islands are the largest of the Aeolian archipelago and, thanks to their proximity, the itinerary offers more opportunities to swim and visit places rather than sail. Along the eastern coast of Lipari, we will head towards Monte Rosa, the village of Canneto, and the White Beaches. Our first stop will be at the pumice stone beach with its incredible waters, so turquoise, that they rival the best Caribbean beaches. Continuing towards the village of Acquacalda, you will admire from the sea the black obsidian flow that cuts the white and majestic mountain which, some time ago, housed the old pumice mine. We leave Lipari for a moment to head towards Salina where you will visit Santa Marina, the largest suburb of the island. Admiring the wonderful coasts, you will be amazed to see the boat enter a beautiful bay with a small islet in the center. The sharp change in depth, the semicircular shape, and the layered rocks suggest that you are inside an old crater partially underwater. Ladies and gentlemen, you have arrived at Pollara bay (our friendly director Massimo Troisi chose this place to set his last and unforgettable masterpiece: "The Postman"). Our last stop in Salina will be Lingua, a small suburb, where you can visit the natural salt lake, formerly used for salt extraction (it gives the island its name). The suburb is full of traditional restaurants and bars by the sea. Our crew will be happy to recommend the best places for lunch; in the afternoon we will return to Lipari to finish the route. The western coast is full of strangely shaped rocks and beautiful caves in the Valle Muria inlet, which will be the cherry on top of a splendid day at sea. Return at 17:00. Overnight at the hotel.

THURSDAY: THE TOUR ENDS AFTER BREAKFAST

  • Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to Lipari port, hydrofoil to Milazzo included, and optional transfer Milazzo port to Catania airport. End of our services.
Services included
  • 4 overnight stays in Lipari with breakfast in a 3* hotel
  • Hydrofoil Milazzo-Lipari-Milazzo with 1 trolley per person
  • Transfer from Lipari port to the hotel in Lipari and return
  • 1 Excursion "Panarea and Stromboli"
  • 1 Excursion "Vulcano"
  • 1 Excursion "Lipari and Salina"
The rate does not include
  • Transfers from the airport to Milazzo and back
  • Tourist tax
  • Everything that is not indicated under "the price includes"
  • 4 dinners at a partner restaurant + 1 packed lunch provided by the hotel for the "Panarea & Stromboli" excursion
  • Baggage supplement Milazzo-Lipari-hotel to be paid locally
Optional supplements
  • Group transfer from Catania airport/Taormina-Milazzo port and Milazzo-Catania Apt on request
Entrance fees to museums and archaeological parks
  • To avoid queues at museums or archaeological parks, it is necessary to book in advance: Booking entrance tickets is mandatory on the first day of the tour.
  • Tickets are non-refundable
Selected hotels
  • Lipari: Amarea, Garden on the Sea, Oriente or similar (*)

(*) It may happen, and in case of problems, the indicated hotels may be replaced with others of the same category located in the same cities or up to 30 km away where it will be possible to carry out the program.

Important information
  • In Lipari we will provide you with hotel and excursion vouchers; the guide in Lipari will be included if a minimum of 10 people is reached.
  • About 90% of the hotels in Lipari do not have a restaurant; dinner may be served in a restaurant.
  • The program may undergo changes, or substitutions with alternative excursions, or the cancellation of some of them due to bad weather or technical reasons, in which case no refund is provided.
  • The excursion hydrofoils are shared with other guests.
  • For diving enthusiasts in Lipari, there are 2 diving centers.
  • Due to the huge demand for the Aeolian Islands, all bookings are on request; we will respond to your booking indicating the name of the hotel. A 30% advance payment of the total amount must be made at the time of confirmation. Late advance payments will result in the cancellation of the booking.
  • Please note that the last departure from Milazzo to Lipari is at 7:00 PM – take note of this information when booking your flight. If you have booked a late evening flight, please inform us and we will help you book an overnight stay in Milazzo.
  • Rooms must be vacated by 10:00 AM. You can carry your luggage with you or leave it for free in your hotel's storage. On request and with an extra charge, it is possible to keep the room until late afternoon.
  • Tours are guaranteed with a minimum number of 2 passengers.
  • The hotels indicated in the programs may be replaced by others of the same category.
  • It is advisable to book optional excursions at the time of booking.
  • Some trips may be a combination of multiple Norma Vacanze tours. It should be expected that some group members join or leave the tour between segments.
  • We try to carry out the tour as scheduled, but emergency changes or bad weather conditions may be possible with alternative programs.
  • Tour programs may undergo changes compared to what is published, for technical or logistical reasons, without substantial modifications to the program itself.
  • Norma Vacanze reserves the right to modify the excursion itinerary if deemed appropriate or due to force majeure.
  • Norma Vacanze is not responsible for accidents, delays, damage or loss of luggage or personal belongings, nor for damages caused by third parties or others such as floods, storms, landslides, earthquakes, political unrest, epidemics, terrorist attacks, strikes.
Cancellation policy
  • 30% of the total amount must be paid at the time of confirmation and is non-refundable
  • Cancellations up to 30 days before departure, 10% penalty
  • Cancellations from 29 to 14 days before departure, 30% penalty
  • Cancellations from 13 to 7 days before departure, 50% penalty
  • In case of cancellation within 6 days of departure, 100% penalty
  • No refund is provided in case of no-show or voluntary interruption of an already started trip