Italy: Sicily and Aeolian Islands (28 June – 5 July 2025)
- 8 Days
- Maximum Capacity: 22
Adult
From
1,549.00 €
Per Adult
Description
Duration
8 Days
Tour Type
Self-Catered
Group Size
10-30
Language
English, Deutsch, Français
Popular Features
- Daily Meditation
- Gin Tasting
- Wine Tasting
Highlights
An 8-day sailing adventure exploring the beautiful Aeolian Islands, offering a mix of nude beaches, gay-friendly spots, and local wine and gin tastings, all set against stunning Mediterranean landscapes. Total Distance: 80 nautical miles. Key Points
- Nudist Beaches: Vulcano, Lipari (Cave di Pomice), Panarea (Cala Junco), Stromboli (Spiaggia Lunga), Salina (Rinella).
- LGBTQ+ Friendly: Bars and venues in Lipari, Panarea, Stromboli, Salina, and Milazzo offer a welcoming, gay-friendly atmosphere.
- Wine & Gin Tastings: Cantine Nicosia, Malvasia di Lipari, Stromboli Gin Distillery, Cantina Fenech, Tenuta di Fessina.
Included
- A fantastic sailboat charter for your entire trip
- Your chosen cabin with selected occupancy
- All mooring/marina fees at embarkation and disembarkation ports
- Fuel for both sailboat and dinghy/tender
- Dinghy/tender with outboard motor (where available)
- Fresh bedding, pillows, and towels
- Professional cleaning service after your journey
- Expert, qualified skipper(s)
- An incredibly fun and welcoming atmosphere!
Excluded
- Travel to/from the marina (airfare, transfers, ground transportation)
- Pre/post-trip accommodation
- Meals and drinks (unless you’ve booked a trip with our fabulous onboard chef)
- Shore excursions or entertainment (unless specified in your trip details)
- Mooring/marina fees at ports of call
- Trip cancellation and international medical insurance (we strongly recommend getting these through a third party)
- Entry visas or travel immunizations
Travel Itinerary
Day 1 - Saturday's Planned Activities
Embarkation in Portorosa, Sicily
Embarkation: After 17:00
- Evening: Arrive in Portorosa, a charming Sicilian port town at the northern tip of the island. Embark on your exclusive yacht, settle into your cabins, and get to know fellow travelers.
- Welcome Drinks & Briefing: Enjoy welcome drinks, local cheese board and a short briefing on the boat, safety procedures, and the itinerary.
- Leisure Time: Relax, enjoy the sunset from the deck, and prepare for the adventure ahead.
- Overnight in Portorosa: Dinner in a local trattoria with Sicilian wine. Enjoy the charming town or relax aboard.
Day 2 - Sunday's Planned Activities
Portorosa to Vulcano Island
- Morning: Set sail after breakfast from Portorosa to Vulcano Island, famous for its mud baths and volcanic hot springs.
- Afternoon: Anchor at Black Sand Beach, known for its nudist-friendly atmosphere. Spend the afternoon swimming, relaxing, and enjoying natural mud baths.
- Optional Activity: Hike to Fossa di Vulcano for panoramic views of the Aeolian Islands.
- Evening: Return to the boat or visit Vulcano Village for a gay-friendly bar experience.
Day 3 - Monday's Planned Activities
Vulcano to Lipari Island
- Morning: Set sail for Lipari, the largest and most vibrant of the Aeolian Islands.
- Beach Visit: Relax at Cave di Pomice (Pumice Caves) on Lipari's eastern coast, famous for its white pumice stone beach.
- Dock in Lipari Harbor: Explore the historic town and visit Lipari Castle and its fascinating museum.
- Optional Wine & Gin Tasting: Visit Cantine Nicosia for Malvasia wine tasting or Malvasia di Lipari for a local experience. For gin lovers, visit a local gin distillery.
- Dinner: Enjoy a meal at a local restaurant or onboard.
- Evening: Drinks at a popular gay-friendly bar with views over the harbor.
- Overnight: Stay overnight in Lipari Harbor.
Day 4 - Tuesday's Planned Activities
Lipari to Salina Island
- Morning: Set sail for Salina, the lush, green island famous for its capers and Malvasia wine.
- Late Morning: Dock at Santa Marina Salina, the island’s main town. Explore the picturesque streets at a relaxed pace.
- Afternoon: Visit Spiaggia di Rinella, a quiet, nudist-friendly beach on the southern coast, or take a swim in the crystal-clear waters.
- Optional Wine Tasting: Visit Cantina Fenech or Azienda Agricola Virgona to sample Malvasia, a sweet local wine.
- Evening: Enjoy a relaxing dinner at a local restaurant or onboard, accompanied by local wines.
- Night: Drinks at a local café or gay-friendly bar.
- Overnight: Stay in Santa Marina Salina Harbor.
Day 5 - Wednesday's Planned Activities
Salina to Panarea Island
- Morning: Set sail for Panarea, the chic and upscale island known for its glamorous vibe.
- Late Morning: Anchor at Cala Junco, a crystal-clear bay surrounded by dramatic cliffs, perfect for nudist sunbathing and swimming.
- Afternoon: Spend the afternoon exploring the quaint streets of Panarea Village or hike up to the Panarea Archaeological Park for ancient ruins and panoramic views.
- Evening: Enjoy dinner at one of the island’s restaurants, followed by drinks at a gay-friendly bar with great cocktails.
Day 6 - Thursday's Planned Activities
Panarea to Stromboli Island
- Morning: Set sail for Stromboli, famous for its active volcano.
- Late Morning: Anchor at Spiaggia Lunga, a long black-sand beach perfect for nude sunbathing.
- Optional Tour: Visit Sciara del Fuoco (lava flow) if you're adventurous, or relax on the beach.
- Optional Gin Tasting: Visit Stromboli Gin Distillery to sample the island's signature gin.
- Evening: Dinner in Stromboli village, followed by drinks at a gay-friendly bar.
- Overnight: Stay at anchor near Stromboli.
Day 7 - Friday's Planned Activities
Stromboli to Portorosa
- Morning: Set sail for Portorosa, heading back to the mainland of Sicily.
- Afternoon: Arrive in Portorosa in the late afternoon and enjoy a farewell dinner at a local restaurant with a view of the harbor.
- Evening: Celebrate your last night aboard the yacht with drinks and good company.
Day 8 - Saturday's Planned Activities
Disembarkation in Portorosa
- Disembarkation: Before 09:00 after breakfast.
- Farewell: Safe travels and goodbyes to fellow travelers!
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