Description
Introduction
Two weeks offer time to see Sicily’s north coast and the Aeolian Islands in proper detail. Departing from Palermo’s efficient marina, this extended cruise blends medieval seafronts, volcanic skylines, and tranquil anchorages. Longer layovers and shorter hops are easy to plan, and you’ll have space in the schedule for winery visits, hill walks, and slow mornings in glassy coves.
About Our Service in Palermo and the Aeolian Islands
Your private bareboat charter is fully customizable. Follow the recommended route or pause where a vista or village catches your heart. Add an optional skipper, hostess, or cook to maximize downtime. We support you with private transfers, early check-in where available, provisioning at select bases, and useful extras like an outboard engine. The goal is simple: a relaxed rhythm to match your crew’s style across Palermo, Cefalù, Vulcano, Panarea, Stromboli, Lipari, Salina, Filicudi, and Alicudi.
Day 1: Palermo - Embarkation from 17:00
Board, brief, and a first evening in Sicily’s capital.
Day 2: Palermo to Cefalù - 32 NM
Glide along the north coast to a postcard harbor beneath La Rocca. Explore the Romanesque cathedral and old-town lanes.
Day 3: Cefalù to Vulcano - 50 NM
A blue-water crossing to the Aeolians brings you to black sands, crater hikes, and therapeutic mud baths.
Day 4: Vulcano to Panarea - 15 NM
Anchor by Cala Junco, swim off the stern, and toast sunset with the islets aglow.
Day 5: Panarea - Island Day
Take the dinghy to prehistoric ruins, snorkel over bright rock shelves, and enjoy a leisurely lunch ashore.
Day 6: Panarea to Stromboli - 13 NM
Evening boat tour or guided hike to watch lava sparkle down the Sciara del Fuoco.
Day 7: Stromboli to Lipari - 25 NM
Berth at Marina Lunga and roam Lipari’s lively lanes and castle complex.
Day 8: Lipari to Salina - 9 NM
Short sail to green hills and vineyard tastings. Quiet anchorages reward early swimmers.
Day 9: Salina - Island Day
Hike Monte Fossa delle Felci or drift the afternoon in Pollara’s luminous bay.
Day 10: Salina to Filicudi - 15 NM
Rock arches, sea caves, and starlit evenings define this rugged stop.
Day 11: Filicudi to Alicudi - 13 NM
Car-free paths, stone steps, and old-world calm invite slow exploration.
Day 12: Alicudi to Cefalù - 34 NM
Return to the Sicilian coast for dinner in the old town.
Day 13: Cefalù - Town Day
Beach time, cathedral visits, or a hike up La Rocca for sweeping views.
Day 14: Cefalù to Palermo - 32 NM
Final passage back to base for evening check-in.
Day 15: Palermo - Disembarkation 09:00
Breakfast and farewell.
About Our Yacht – Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 440 – 44 ft – 4 Cabins, 2 Bathrooms
With its generous beam and bright interior, the Sun Odyssey 440 feels open and social at sea and at anchor. Panoramic saloon windows, a shaded cockpit for alfresco meals, wide decks for lounging, and sensible storage make two-week cruising comfortable. The yacht’s easy-handling characteristics suit both seasoned skippers and confident first-time bareboat crews in Mediterranean conditions.
From bustling Palermo to the quiet steps of Alicudi, this longer itinerary lets you savor each island’s personality. Plan the days your way and enjoy the freedom that only a private yacht can deliver.
