Description
Introduction
Begin your Sicilian yachting holiday from Palermo’s well-connected marina, a modern departure base that makes provisioning, boarding, and route planning straightforward. Positioned on Sicily’s north coast, Palermo offers quick access to the Tyrrhenian Sea and the volcanic jewels of the Aeolian archipelago. Whether this is your first bareboat in Italy or you already love plotting your own waypoints, this base sets you up for an easy start, smooth check-out, and a week of varied sailing between medieval seafront towns, black-sand bays, and photogenic anchorages.
About Our Service in Palermo and the Aeolian Islands
This private bareboat charter gives you total control over your journey. Follow the suggested Palermo - Cefalù - Vulcano - Lipari - Panarea - Salina - Filicudi - Palermo plan, or adapt daily runs to the wind and your mood. On request, you can add a professional skipper, hostess, or cook for extra comfort. We can also arrange private airport transfers, early check-in when available, an outboard engine, paddleboards, and provisioning services at select bases. Our team supports you before departure and throughout your cruise, so you can focus on relaxed mornings, scenic passages, and unhurried evenings ashore.
Day 1: Embarkation in Palermo - from 17:00
Board your yacht, complete the boat briefing, and stroll Palermo’s historic center. Sample Sicilian street food or book a classic trattoria for your first taste of island life.
Day 2: Palermo to Cefalù - 33 NM
A coastal run brings you to Cefalù, famous for golden beaches and the Norman Cathedral. Anchor near the old harbor for swims beneath La Rocca’s cliffs, then wander cobbled alleys at sunset.
Day 3: Cefalù to Vulcano - 50 NM
Make an early start for the Aeolians. The scent of sulfur and dramatic crater ridges welcome you to Vulcano. Take a dip in the natural mud baths or hike Gran Cratere for sweeping views.
Day 4: Vulcano to Lipari to Panarea - 16 NM total
Hop to Lipari for a swim stop and quick visit to the town or archaeological museum, then continue to Panarea. Drop anchor in Cala Junco’s amphitheater-like cove and enjoy the island’s chic evening vibe.
Day 5: Panarea to Salina - 12 NM
Sail to Salina’s vine-covered slopes. Moor in Santa Marina or anchor off Lingua, then taste Malvasia wine and caper delicacies. Hikers can tackle Monte Fossa delle Felci for island panoramas.
Day 6: Salina to Filicudi - 15 NM
Quiet, rugged, and soulful, Filicudi rewards unhurried exploration. Snorkel by La Canna sea stack, drift past Grotta del Bue Marino, and savor a slow evening in Pecorini a Mare.
Day 7: Filicudi to Palermo - 62 NM
Your longest leg returns you to Palermo by early evening. Celebrate a great week with a final Sicilian dinner ashore or a candlelit meal in the cockpit.
Day 8: Disembarkation in Palermo - 09:00
Breakfast, quick tidy-up, and check-out at 09:00.
About Our Yacht – Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 440 – 44 ft – 4 Cabins, 2 Bathrooms
Designed for comfortable performance cruising, the Sun Odyssey 440 features wide side decks, a convivial cockpit, and a bright saloon with panoramic windows. Four cozy cabins and two bathrooms comfortably host up to ten guests, while generous deck lounging space and a shaded dining area make long afternoons at anchor effortless. The balanced sail plan and clever deck layout help short-handed crews, and thoughtful storage keeps the interior calm and uncluttered for a full week of island-hopping.
Plan your own pace, add optional crew if you like, and enjoy the freedom of a private yacht among Italy’s most celebrated islands. With a capable boat, an ideal starting base, and support on hand, your Palermo - Aeolian escape is ready when you are.
