The 10 Best Island Hopping Sailing Trips in Italy

1.Sailboat tour from PALAU to the Maddalena Archipelago.

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 952 reviews · 7 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $107Our pick

Review of a small-group sailing tour from Palau to La Maddalena, with Sardinian food, wine, swimming, snorkeling, and pink beach views.

“We had a wonderful experience with the best captains, Alberto and Augustine. They really made our trip fun and memorable. The food was delicious and the views were gorgeous even on a cloudy day. All four of us left very happy and we would go again in a heartbeat. Thank you!!”

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2.From Palau or La Maddalena: Archipelago Sailing Ship Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 903 reviews · 7 hours · from $77Best value

Sail La Maddalena’s turquoise waters from Palau or Maddalena, with Budelli, Santa Maria, Spargi, beach time, swimming, and a vintage boat.

“Really enjoyed our day on this tour! It was one of the only tours we could find that started from La Maddalena island at a reasonable price. The boat is not too big which meant we didn’t have too many people on board. I liked that we could bring our own food on board but the food they served looked delicious too. All the destinations we went to were unbelievable, such stunning water and landscape. We had 3 swim spots, 2 beaches and one dive spot. I would recommend bringing a sun umbrella for the last beach as we spent 2 hours there and there was little shade. Also bring…”

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3.Sailing boat from Santa Teresa di Gallura to the Maddalena Archipelago

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 628 reviews · 7 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $119

Review of the Santa Teresa sailing trip to La Maddalena, with swimming stops, lunch, snorkeling, practical tips, and honest drawbacks.

“Fantastic cruise to the islands of the Maddalena archipelago. WhatsApp messages the night before giving clear directions of where to park at the marina and how to find the pier. Marco and Lorenzo our crew were brilliant. Such lovely guys with a great attitude making sure everyone had the best time. Stopped at 3 beautiful bays for swimming. Were served food and drink several times between stops. Such a great day out. Highly recommend this excursion!”

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4.Tour Sailboat 15 mt. BOARDING FROM LA MADDALENA islands Archipelago

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 306 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $119

Sail from La Maddalena through Spargi, Budelli, Razzoli, and Santa Maria with Sardinian food, snorkeling, wine, and a small crew.

“We had the most amazing day out, our crew were great. Lots of nice other couples on board either us.”

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5.Sailing boat tour in the Maddalena Archipelago

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 217 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $145

Sail Sardinia’s Maddalena Archipelago with swim stops, Budelli’s pink beach, Spargi, onboard lunch, drinks, and a small group.

“Great trip and really experienced crew with Bruno as the captain. Felt safe throughout the trip. A relaxing trip where we got to see some of the most beautiful places close to Sardinia.”

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6.Tour of the island of Ischia in schooner

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 208 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $82

Sail around Ischia on a renovated schooner, swim at five bays, enjoy island dishes, and see castles, villages, and cliffs from the sea.

“wonderful day trip. great crew and food and great swimming opportunities and a great way to see the island”

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7.La Maddalena Archipelago Sailing Tour with Lunch from Palau

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 121 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $108

Review of the La Maddalena sailing tour from Palau, with turquoise coves, Spiaggia Rosa, lunch, swimming, and practical booking tips.

“The boat was state of the art. Better than that is the crew on board. They were so welcoming and friendly, besides being top notch sailors. The sailing was exhilarating, the places we stopped beautiful and the snacks and lunch delicious. Do yourself a favor and book this tour. You won't be disappointed!”

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8.Sailing to Cyclops Islands Group Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 77 reviews · from $138

Sail from Catania to the Cyclops Islands with lunch, drinks, swimming, sailing tips, Etna views, and a small group of up to 10.

“Excellent captain and first mate, one of the best ways to see Catania, learn some Sicilian history, and take a dip in the Mediterranean Sea”

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9.Private Sailing Tour to Cyclops Islands from Catania

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 45 reviews

Review of Catania’s private Cyclops Islands sailing tour, with Etna views, swimming, Sicilian lunch, prosecco, and practical booking tips.

“This was a really great experience. You stop for a couple of swims, have an apperitivo and a light lunch on board, and can enjoy cood prosecco while sailing near Catania coast. Sailing boat was good and clean. Crew were very nice guys, didn’t hestitate to share a lot of cool stories about Sicily, Etna and sailing in general.”

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10.Maddalena Archipelago Private Sailboat Tour from PALAU

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 24 reviews · 7 hours (approx.)

Review of the private La Maddalena sailboat tour from Palau, with island stops, Sardinian lunch, snorkeling, pricing, tips, and booking advice.

“We had a great time on the boat with our kids. The staff was friendly, the food was great, the entire experience was very nice 👍”

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