Blue Shadows - Red Volcanoes: luxury sailing cruise and volcano climbing in the Eolian Islands

Imprint || English version

Home > Destinations > Italy > Overview > Blue Shadows NEW!

Print-friendly version

Click here to tip a friend about this page!

Stromboli volcano in eruption - the "Lighthouse of the Mediterranean"

On board our yacht

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

Highlights

	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

In short:

Tour code: ITA_EBS
Best travel period: May - October
Grading: Easy-Moderate

Tour character:

Exclusive luxury sailing cruise aboard a comfortable catamaran in the Eolian archipel. Private excursions guided by an expert volcanologist.

Next departures:

no scheduled dates at present

+ individual dates

Price (p.p.): 2950 €

(Prices for smaller or larger groups on request.)

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

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.

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.

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.

About this tour:

You cruise the magnificent Aeolian Islands of Sicily in a brand new, luxurious catmaran where everything revolves around you. We pride ourselves on our unique and specialised on board services, including fine food and dining, massage therapy, scuba diving with own instructor and more!
Our special guests on the tour will be either Massimo Cortini or Benedetto De Vivo, both professors at the University of Naples. With Massimo or Benedetto as our private guide, we will wander the paths of ancient volcanoes, explore stunning cliff-top trails and watch the frequent eruptions of Stromboli at night.
We will swim in natural thermal waters, bath in volcanic mud baths and stop to visit the famous archaeological museum of Lipari, which traces the entire history of the islands.
There will also be plenty of time to enjoy all of the recreational pleasures these sun-filled islands have to offer, including shopping, fine dining & nightlife. Back on board, or ashore, the evening can be spent discussing the day’s adventures.
This experience can be as physical or as relaxing as you want it to be. It’s up to you!

Who can take a Sailing Vacation?

Everyone! This vacation is perfect for all sorts of groups -- friends, families, business people or even as a quiet, romantic escape for a honeymoon couple.

A Special Boat

This brand-new Lagoon 500 is a stunningly impressive catamaran. She offers vast space in modern style and elegance.
Ombre Blu is a British Flag vessel and operated under the highest survey standards. She has superb power under sail or motor and is the perfect vessel to cruise in absolute comfort and safety.

Our promise

To provide a unique, first class sailing experience.

Our Service

Aboard Ombre Blu guests cruise in absolute comfort. A full menu is prepared using fresh local ingredients and is combined with dining ashore at some of the finest restaurants in the islands.
Melissa & Pierfrancesco Candiani, your hosts abord Ombre Blu - are fluent in English and Italian and offer the highest level of personal service and professionalism. On board, guests can enjoy the luxury of our 5-star massage and dive service at all times. Diving: For those who are interested in scuba diving there are volcanic wall dives and bubbling underwater thermal springs.