Discover one of the most amazing spots of Sicily: the Aeolian Islands Archipelago. Those magnificent Islands have succeded in becoming a luxury travel destination, while retaining intact their immense natural beauty.
Day 1: Lipari
Discover the fascinating Aeolian Islands, a small volcanic archipelago located north of Sicily and one of the most interesting destinations in Italy. Start your amazing journey into the fascinating Aeolian Islands in the afternoon from Milazzo harbour by hydrofoil to Lipari (duration of crossing one hour).
Later you will reach Lipari: join a transfer from the harbour to the hotel and a welcome drink. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.
Day 2: Panarea and Stromboli
After the buffet breakfast at the hotel, experience the wonderful pleasure of exploring the best sights of the Aeolian Islands with a unique tour. Reach on your own Lipari harbour and then leave towards the island of Panarea, stopping by two idyllic spots for swimming and admiring the splendid landscapes of the bays. Pass by Calajunco Bay, thene proceed to Drauto Bay where you will stop for a pleasant, unforgettable dip. From offshore catch a glimpse of the prehistoric scenario of Capo Milazzese on the way to the islet of Dattilo for another swim stop. Upon reaching Panarea, join a break to sightsee this lovely, colourful town and its typical, whitewashed houses built in pure Aeolian style.
Continue the tour with a visit of Stromboli, but not before admiring the islets of Lisca Bianca, Lisca Nera and Basiluzzzo. As per Lipari, here you will have free time to visit on your own both the islands (lunch and dinner NOT included). In the evening, cast off the moorings and leave Stromboli harbour passing by the islet of Strombolicchio to watch from the boat the stunning view of spectacular explosions and red lava streaming down the flanks of the volcano at regular intervals. Overnight in Lipari.
Day 3: Lipari
After the buffet breakfast at the hotel, this day will be at your complete disposal, where you can spend time relaxing or exploring Lipari by renting a bike or a car and discovering the treasures and landscapes (excursions, activities, transfers and lunch are NOT included in the tour). Continue your visit of Lipari, exploring the narrow streets and admiring the ancient Citadel where you can visit the Cathedral, the Norman Cloister and Archaeological Museum.
Optionally, on spot you can take a boat trip to the neighboring island of Salina, a green splendid destination of the Aeolian archipelago, mostly known from the movie "The Postman" that was filmed there.
Dinner will be at the charming and traditional restaurant Filippino, established in 1910. Overnight at hotel.
Day 4: Lipari
After the buffet breakfast, transfer from the hotel to the harbor of Lipari and then departure towards Milazzo by hydrofoil.
Other eXPeriences in Sicily
We also suggest you the 6-day semi-independent Tour of Lipari, Panarea and Stromboli, in Sicily region, the 5-days Escorted Tour of Northern Sicily, departing from Palermo, the 8-Days escorted Tour of the best of Sicily departing from Catania, the 6-Days Escorted Tour of Sicily, Departing from Catania and the 7-Days Escorted Tour of Sicily from Catania to Palermo half board.
