SICILY
171 Tours Reviewed
Catania feels different from a boat at sea. I like the private pace (no group scrambling) and the Sicilian lunch with aperitivo served while you sail, not when you’re stuck on land. The main thing to plan around is weather:…
A short boat trip, big sea views. This Taormina Bay and Giardini Naxos cruise stacks caves, bays, and photo-worthy stops into about two hours, with a clear-water snorkeling break. I love that it mixes dramatic scenery like Isola Bella with…
Sicily by boat turns Taormina into a movie set. I like the unlimited swimming stops and the included snorkeling equipment, so you’re not stuck just sightseeing from deck. The one real catch is that the tour depends on good weather,…
Syracuse looks different from the water. This small-group boat ride from Isola di Ortigia strings together famous sea-cave sights, a real aperitif moment, and the kind of glowing sunset you can’t get from a street view. You’ll cruise along the…
Scalawhites and sea swims beat the sand. This 3.5-hour boat tour along Agrigento’s coast puts Scala dei Turchi close enough for a real swim, not just a photo stop. I like that you’re anchored just about 100 meters from the…
A boat day like this turns Sicily’s coastline into a moving postcard. You get scenic navigation with cave pass-bys, plus several chances to swim and snorkel in top spots around Scopello and the Zingaro reserve. I especially like the tight…
Coast views from a small boat feel personal. This 3-hour excursion runs along the shoreline of Cefalù, with planned stops for swimming and snorkeling, then finishes with an aperitif at Spiaggia Kalura. I especially like the small group size (maximum…
Cyclops Coast feels made for the water. This small-group boat trip along Catania’s coastline blends classic seascapes with a proper Sicilian aperitif and time to get in the water. You’ll see landmark cliffs tied to the Cyclops and Odysseus stories,…
Ortigia looks different from a boat. This short sea tour gives you fresh angles on Syracuse’s island, with cave time, photo stops, and a pour of Prosecco while you sail. You get the best kind of sightseeing combo: moving views…
Sea caves and Prosecco in one smooth ride. This 2-hour boat trip in Siracusa pairs sailing time around Ortigia with a stop in the protected Plemmirio/Pillirina area, plus the kind of watery scenery that makes Sicily feel both easy and…
Egadi coves beat sitting still. This small-group boat day connects Favignana and Levanzo with planned swim breaks and plenty of food-and-drink care, and I love the snorkeling stops at the caves and coves. One thing to keep in mind: it’s…
Taormina, minus the port-stress. This private transfer from the Messina cruise port is a smart way to reach town, with an air-conditioned vehicle and real time to explore Taormina on your own. You’re not stuck on a fixed bus route—you…
A day on the Egadi starts with wind and ends with quiet coves. What makes this full-day sailing boat tour so appealing is the mix of real sailing (the crew aims to use sail power when conditions allow) and the…
Your lunch has sea views. This 6-hour yacht trip follows Ulysses’ route along the Catania coast, with Mount Etna looming offshore and swim time around Ulysses’ Caves. If you sail with skippers like Ivan or Gianluca, you’ll get story-led sightseeing…
Cefalù looks different when you’re staring at it from sea level. This 3-hour mini catamaran outing takes you along the coastline at a relaxed pace, with stops for swimming and optional snorkeling or stand-up paddleboarding, plus snacks and drinks aboard.…
