Stage 1
SATURDAY - Portorosa - Vulcano
Boarding in the afternoon at the Portorosa marina, Furnari (Messina).
Once we've stocked the galley and settled into our cabins, we're ready to set sail: we leave Sicily behind and, with a fresh crosswind, sail toward Vulcano, which welcomes us from its ever-active crater. We spend the night in Vulcano's bay.
Stage 2
SUNDAY - Vulcano - Panarea
After a good breakfast of mulberry granita.
We set sail for Panarea, stopping at Lipari for a refreshing swim beneath the pumice quarries. We visit the most fashionable of the islands and spend the night at anchor.
Stage 3
MONDAY - Panarea - Stromboli
After enjoying a classic granita, we'll dip into the sparkling bubbles of Lisca Bianca and stop at Basiluzzo. We'll head towards the Sciara del Fuoco, a side of Stromboli where volcanic debris ejected during eruptive explosions from the volcano's main crater accumulates.
The spectacle that Stromboli offers us with its continuous eruptions is unique and thrilling.
Stage 4
TUESDAY - Stromboli - Salina
Leaving Stromboli, we head for Salina, the greenest of the Aeolian Islands. For mountain lovers, the extinct volcano of Monte Fossa delle Felci, at 962 meters, is an irresistible challenge.
Stops for a swim as we visit all the most beautiful bays, such as Lingua and Capofaro. An evening ashore to enjoy the famous granitas and pane cunzatu at Alfredo's in Lingua.
Stage 5
WEDNESDAY - Salina - Filicudi
Leaving Santa Marina di Salina, we stop for a refreshing swim in Pollara on the western side of Salina, the natural setting for the film "Il Postino." The morning is spent diving into the sea, relaxing in the sun, and taking walks on the island. In the afternoon, we depart for Filicudi and spend the night at Pecorini a Mare, famous for its aperitif at the Saloon.
Stage 6
THURSDAY - Filicudi - Lipari
After breakfast, swim at Canna and the Grotta del Bue Marino.
A quick trip to Alicudi and then to Lipari for the night. We'll take advantage of our stop in Lipari to visit Lipari Castle, which stands on the seafront in a rich archaeological area. We're in the upper part of town, overlooking the entire bay of Marina Lunga and Marina Corta and the lower town. We'll spend the night at anchor so we can easily disembark.
Stage 7
FRIDAY - Lipari - Portorosa
We stop for a swim at Vulcano, enjoying mulberry granita, while the more daring decide to climb the volcano. Back on board, we set sail for Gelso, the southern tip of the island, where we stop for a swim and a final farewell to the islands. Before sunset, we set sail again toward Sicily.
Dinner at a trattoria and overnight stay in Portorosa. For those with special needs, disembarkation is possible as early as Friday evening.
Stage 8
SATURDAY - Portorosa
It's time to say goodbye. Disembarkation is scheduled for 9:00, but the desire to get back on the road is overwhelming. We exchange addresses with our fellow travelers and part with the promise to meet again soon; another sea voyage and many more islands await us!
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