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- Trip: Gulet trip and group trekking with guide
- Duration: 8 days/7 nights (arrival and departure on Saturdays)
- level :
- Group size: Min 6, Max 12 (Trip guarantees/confirms on 6 people)
- Price: from € 1285
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On board our gulet we discover the archipelago of the Eolie Islands, tracing the steps of history from the active volcanoes to the seas and ash and lava deserts. The Eolie archipelago is made up of seven islands: Lipari, Vulcano, Salina, Panarea, Stromboli, Filicudi and Alicudi. All the islands are different and full of contrasting scenery: from the black sand beaches of Vulcano and Stromboli to the pristine white sand of Lipari, and from the eruptions of Stromboli to the fumarole of Vulcano. The constant beautiful blue sea is one of the exceptions to this vision of the archipelago.
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- Gulet trip in one of the most beautiful archipelagos of the Mediterranean
- - Stromboli and the night time trekking trip to witness the eruptions
- - The Eolie Islands, part of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites
Arrival at Catania airport and make your own way (allow approximately 2 hours) to the port of Milazzo to board our boat bound for the Eolie Islands. From 16.30 you can board the gulet and check into your cabins. Depending on your arrival time, you can visit the medieval village of Milazzo. At 19.00 is the welcome meeting (including a complimentary cocktail) with your guide who will brief you on the itinerary for the week. Dinner and overnight on board the gulet in Milazzo. (3hrs walking, ascent/descent + 390m – 390m)
In the morning transfer to the Island of Vulcano, well-known for its thermal mud and gas fumaroles. Free time for your first dip in the sea or simply relax by one of the many beaches or hot thermal springs on the island. In the afternoon we walk to the crater of Vulcano. Dinner and overnight on board in Vulcano. (3hrs walking, ascent/descent + 250m – 250m)
Transfer to the Island of Lipari, the capital of the Eolie Islands, famous for its castle (dating back to the 16th Century), which rises majestically with its titanic bastions right above the sea. We hike around the south of Lipari, between vineyards and terraces overlooking the sea. In the afternoon we set sail for the north, stopping briefly at the famous beach where we can see the pumice stone (“Pietra Pomice”) and head for the Island of Salina. Dinner and overnight on board in the port of Salina. (4hrs walking, ascent/descent + 150m – 290m)
In the morning we take a short trip sailing along the south coast of the Island of Salina. We disembark at the little port of Rinella and transfer by bus in order to enjoy our trekking along the coast of Monte dei Porri and down to the beautiful bay of Pollara (used as a backdrop in many films). Stop for a swim, then lunch is served on board as we sail towards Stromboli. Dinner and overnight on board. In the evening we can admire the eruptions of Stromboli. (5hrs walking, ascent/descent + 924m – 924m) In the morning we tour the islands by boat, with stops in the quaint village of Ginostra and swimming on the small island of Strombolicchio. Lunch is served on board and in the afternoon we visit the volcanology centre of Stromboli, before heading with our volcanologist guide to the top of Stromboli, safely enjoying the explosive activity at night. We enjoy dinner in a pizzeria in Stromboli before spending the night on board the gulet. (5hrs walking, ascent/descent + 924m – 924m)
In the morning we tour the islands by boat, with stops in the quaint village of Ginostra and swimming on the small island of Strombolicchio. Lunch is served on board and in the afternoon we visit the volcanology centre of Stromboli, before heading with our volcanologist guide to the top of Stromboli, safely enjoying the explosive activity at night. We enjoy dinner in a pizzeria in Stromboli before spending the night on board the gulet.
(4hrs walking, ascent/descent + 200 mt - 450 mt)
Transfer by bus to the village of Quattropani and we walk around the west of the island of Lipari towards the ancient spa town of San Calogero. In the afternoon there is free time to visit the interesting historical centre of Lipari. We sail to Milazzo and enjoy dinner and overnight on board there. After breakfast, depending on departure times, make your own way to Catania Airport.
Nota :
The itinerary provided should be read as an indication. The guide and commander of the gulet reserve the right to change the itinerary in the case of adverse weather conditions.
If weather conditions are unsailable, an alternative group itinerary will be proposed by your guide, however should you wish to do anything extra (beyond the amended program) the cost for this would be at the client’s own expenses. No refund is given in case of cancellation or changes from the above itinerary.
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Departure Dates 2012: 19/05; 23/06; 07/07; 01/09
Level: Easy itinerary accessible to all. However, we still recommend that you have some previous experience of trekking and that you are of good physical condition.
Accommodation: provided in double cabins (in port or a small harbour/bay, if the weather conditions are favourable we may spend more nights in harbours/bays). The nights we spend in the small harbours/bays we will be attached by an anchor and you will need a tender boat to reach the port or land. Triple rooms available on request.
- - 2 nights at the port of Milazzo
- - 1 night at the port of Vulcano
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- 1 night at the port of Salina
- - 2 nights anchored in a harbour on Stromboli Island
- - 1 night at the port of Lipari
Embark/disembark: port of Milazzo
Gulet: the gulet Altinlar, built in the late 1990’s, is of an excellent standard, with LCD TV, MP3
and DVD. The 6 double cabins (for a maximum of 12 guests) all come with low bed (French-
style), with the possibility to add a third bed in two of the cabins. All cabins are en-suite with
showers and hot water.
Equipment required: waterproof hiking boots, waterproof jacket, hat, gloves, water bottle, swimsuit, sunglasses, suntan lotion, multipurpose knife, snorkel and mask.
| Price per person |
1285
€ |
| Single supplement (per cabin)
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550
€ |
| Reduction for triple room |
-200 € |
| Taxi from Catania airport to the port of embarkation on Day 1
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140 € |
| Extra night in Catania hotel (3*) in double/twin rooms |
40 € |
Included in the price:
- - Accommodation in en-suite double cabins
- - Packed lunches
- - Still and sparkling bottles of mineral water
- - English and Italian-speaking trekking guide
- - Towels and bed-sheets (towels changed twice a week and bed-sheets once a week)
- - Crew: skipper, chef and sailor
- - Fuel and port taxes
- - Bus transfer as stated in the itinerary to Salina and Lipari
- - Entrance ticket to the Eolie Islands
- - Excursion to the Stromboli crater with a volcanologist guide
Not included in the price:
- - Transfers from Catania Airport to Milazzo on Day 1 and returning on Day 8
- - Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages
- - Boarding tax to be paid on board (25€ per person)
- - Tips and any additional items not listed above in the section “Included in the price”
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