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Stromboli volcano in eruption - the "Lighthouse of the Mediterranean"
Stromboli volcano in eruption - the "Lighthouse of the Mediterranean"
On board our yacht
On board our yacht
The salon of the Ombre Blue
The salon of the Ombre Blue

Blue Shadows - Red Volcanoes

- 7-days luxury sailing cruise and volcano climbing in the Eolian Islands (Italy) with private guides -

Our yacht in the blue waters of the Tyrrhenian Sea
Tour code: ITA_EBS
Tour type: Luxury sailing cruise: Relax - nature & culture
Difficulty: Easy-Moderate
Duration: 7 days

Dates:

Custom tour dates only

Price (p.p.): 4158 €  ? 

Included:

  • Brand new luxurious air conditioned Lagoon 500 Catamaran
  • Guest professor of volcanology as a guide for the duration of the cruise
  • Melissa & Francesco Candiani as your skipper / chief throughout the week
  • Guided walks
  • Explanation of the history of the volcanoes
  • Visit to the mud baths at Vulcano
  • Visit to the archaeological museum in Lipari
  • Return transfers to Milazzo from Palermo or Catania airports
  • 3 meals per day, prepared from fresh local Italian/Sicilian produce
  • Full on board bar including selected beer, wine & spirits
  • Lunch or dinner at Lipari´s famous restaurant "Da Filippino"
  • An Aperitivo on the rooftop at the 5-Star-Raya-Hotel in Panarea
  • Surprise dinner in Panarea - traditional cuisine
  • Malvasia tasting, aperitivo & dinner at 5Star-Capofaro-Resort in Salina
  • Limited selected wines at restaurants
  • Ombre Blu Polo shirt
  • Kayaking / snorkeling / water ski & knee board & wake board
  • Satellite TV DVD & stereo system in salon
  • Private stereo system in each cabin
  • Wireless internet service
  • Full linen & towels cleaning
  • Marina fees at home port / fuel & water
  • All taxes included (Italian VAT 10%)
The setting: a background of crystal clear blue waters, sunshine, black sand beaches and brooding volcanoes… We invite you to imerge yourself into the Eolian Islands, a UNESCO World Heritage area, with breathtaking cultural, natural and volcanological beauty.
Guests on this seven day all-inclusive adventure have the opportunity to explore some of Italy’s most fascinating and active volcanoes. Aboard the modern catamaran "Ombre Blu", VolcanoDiscovery offers you this exclusive tour combining stylish travelling in first class comfort with an expert approach to active volcanoes. The spacious, modern yacht Ombre Blu offers its guests a flexible and personalised travel experience.
  • Brand-new comfortable yacht
  • Personally guided volcanological excursions
  • Explore ancient paths of active volcanoes
  • Small group: maximum 6 guests
  • First-class Italian & Sicillian cuisine
  • Italian/Sicilian cooking demonstrations & wine tastings
  • 5 star massage therapy available all day, every day
  • Scuba diving and courses available with your own private instructor

7-days itinerary

Day 1: Milazzo - Salina
Embarkation in the port of Milazzo, sail to Salina Island. Explore the rugged coast line, visit a 5-star resort for wine tasting and dinner.
Acc.: : Luxurious queen-sized bed cabins, with air conditioning and en-suite bathrooms. (D)
Day 2: Salina - Lipari
Climb to Monte Fossa volcano. Sail to Lipari island, explore the Ancient and Medieval castle, visit the pumice and obsidian deposits.
Acc.: : as before (luxury cabin on board) (B, L, D)
Day 3: Lipari - Panarea
After a visit in the archaeological museum of Lipari, we set sail for charming Panarea island. Swim / snorkelling break at the volcanic reefs offshore Panarea. Anchor overnight at the wonderful natural harbour "Sotto Castello".
Acc.: : as before (luxury cabin on board) (B, L, D)
Day 4: Panarea - Stromboli
Sailing to Stromboli, sail around the beautiful island - climb to Stromboli's active craters in the evening, eruption viewing from close range.

Acc.: : as before (luxury cabin on board) (B, L, D)
Day 5: Stromboli - Panarea
Sail back to Panarea, exploring the island on old trails, aperitivo at 5-star Raya hotel.
Acc.: : as before (luxury cabin on board) (B, L, D)
Day 6: Panarea - Vulcano
sailing to Vulcano, climb to Gran Cratere, natural thermal baths & mud, bathing at the black sand beaches
Acc.: : as before (luxury cabin on board) (B, L, D)
Day 7: Vulcano - Milazzo
Depart from Vulcano and sailing to Milazzo, transfer to Catania or Palermo airport.
Acc.: : no further accommodation on board (B)
Note:
The exact itinerary is strictly subject to weather conditions and to (unpredictable) conditions of the volcanoes.

Arrival info:

Ombre Blu is based in Milazzo, a convenient 1.5 hrs by car from the international airport of Catania and 2.5 hours from Palermo. A private return land transfer service to Ombre Blu is included from these airports. In other cases, we would be happy to assist you with your transfer arrangements.
Helicopter transfers are also available.
We are available to pick up guests from other locations on request - this
may incur an additional cost.

Accommodation:

Your luxurious cabins on the yacht
Your luxurious cabins on the yacht
En suite bathrooms
En suite bathrooms

There are four private guest cabins (three with queen-size island beds, one with two single beds). Each cabin has an en-suite bathroom and separate shower. The boat features a very spacious salon with large, wraparound windows. The salon offers a state of the art DVD entertainment system with stereo sound, plus Satellite TV and high speed internet access. Each cabin has its own stereo hi-fi system as well. Naturally, Ombre Blu is air conditioned throughout.