Welcome to Milazzo
Hardly Sicily's prettiest town, Milazzo is hemmed in on its eastern perimeter by industrial development that can make even the most open-minded visitor run for the nearest hydrofoil. Indeed, the prime reason for setting foot in this town is to get to the Aeolian Islands. But, away from the refineries and busy dock, Milazzo has a pretty Borgo Antico (Old Town), and the isthmus that juts out to the north is an area of great natural beauty dotted with rocky coves, well worth a visit for those with time to spare.
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Lipari & Vulcano from Cefalù - Aeolian Islands - Full Day
Your adventurous day exploring Sicily’s volcanic archipelago begins with a pickup at your Cefalù-area hotel. You’ll be transported via a comfortable, air-conditioned coach to the port of Milazzo.At Milazzo, board a yacht and head to the island of Lipari, the largest in the Aeolian archipelago. After you arrive in the port, head off on a guided tour of the island's archaeological sites, after which you’ll have time to yourself to explore Lipari Town. Go for a shopping excursion, or sit down for a fresh, Mediterranean lunch.The next stop on the tour is the neighboring (and appropriately named) island of Vulcano, which, with its crater and thermal activity, is a memorable destination. Take advantage of its geological activity and enjoy a mud bath and a paddle in its thermal waters.On the way back to Milazzo, take the opportunity to admire the views from the yacht; you’ll pass beautiful grottos, rock formations, and natural pools as you go. Once you arrive at the port of Milazzo, board a bus back to Cefalù, where you’ll be returned directly to your hotel in the late afternoon.
Full-Day Aeolian Islands Tour from Taormina: Lipari and Vulcan
Departure to Milazzo early in the morning, boarding and departure for Lipari. The first stop is at the port Marina Lunga. In Lipari you will have time at disposal to visit the archaeological zone (optional) or the old town centre, and/or go to the beach. Around midday departure from the harbour of Lipari and circumnavigation of the island admiring enchanting bays and steep cliffs, with a large variety of colours. Arrival at Vulcano and visit of the ancient Grotte dell'Allume, time at disposal for lunch (optional), to visit the mud baths and thermal waters for which the island is famous. In the afternoon departure for the course of Mito where you can admire "I Faraglioni", "lo Scoglio delle Sirene", "la Piscina di Venere" and " la Grotta del Cavallo". Arrival at the port of Milazzo and return to Taormina around 7.30.
Full-Day Aeolian Islands Tour from Taormina
Meet your guide in Taormina, hop aboard an air-conditioned coach, and depart for the port of Milazzo on the northern coast of Sicily. From here, it’s a 2-hour ferry trip to Panarea Island, one of the smallest islands in the Aeolian archipelago, and beloved for its rugged scenery and tranquil pace of life. On Panarea, you’ll have several hours at your disposal to explore, lounge over lunch, or go for a swim in the sea.In the afternoon, you’ll climb back on board and will head north to the island of Stromboli, which is famous for its resident active volcano, often seen puffing clouds of smoke. On Stromboli, visit the town of Scari, where you’ll stay until sunset; your itinerary is up to you, so dine, swim, browse or meander as you choose. Before leaving the island, you’ll venture to the Sciaria del Fuoco (“Stream of Fire”), a geological future in the volcano where magma frequently erupts.Once you depart Stromboli, you’ll return to Milazzo at 10:30pm. From there, board your air-conditioned coach, which will return to Taormina around midnight.
Catania Airport Private Transfer
In lieu of a taxi or ground transportation, opt for a smooth transfer to or from the Catania International Airport with a private car hire. Available 24 hours a day, the service seamlessly connects Catania with some of Sicily’s most-frequented destinations: Taormina, Milazzo, Messina, Siracusa, Palermo, Noto, and Agrigento. Transfer is also available from the airport to the Catania city center.If you’re flying into Catania, your driver will meet you at Arrivals; for your return journey to the airport, your driver will pick you up directly outside your accommodation. All vehicles are comfortable and air-conditioned.
TINDARI AND MILAZZO
ItineraryThis is a typical itinerary for this productStop At: Castello di Milazzo, Milazzo, Province of Messina, SicilyIn ancient time the castle of Milazzo represented the fortified area of the city. This area, with the fortified walls situated around it, is the biggest walled city of Sicily.Duration: 1 hourStop At: Teatro Greco, Tindari, Patti, Province of Messina, SicilyThe Greek theatre is ancient symbol of the city.Duration: 1 hourStop At: Sanctuary of the Madonna di Tindari, Tindari, Patti, Province of Messina, SicilyIn the Sanctuary of Tindari is conserved the statue of the Black Madonna, the symbol of the city.Duration: 1 hour
New! Trekking Tour to Aeolian Islands 8 days
ItineraryDay 1: VulcanoStop At: Vulcano, Isola Vulcano, Aeolian Islands, Islands of Sicily, SicilyThe yellow of Vulcano Island thanks to his active volcanic fumarols located in the Cratere della Fossa which we will hike up to his summit, maybe one of the best place in Sicily for taking landscape pictures.Duration: 1 dayNo meals included on this day.No accommodation included on this day.Day 2: LipariStop At: Port of LipariThe white of Lipari with his pumice quarries sliding down in to the sea with his Caribbean colours thanks to the pumice dust produced at the time the quarries was in activity, with his cozy villages.Duration: 1 dayNo meals included on this day.No accommodation included on this day.Day 3: SalinaStop At: Salina Island, SicilyThe green of Salina with his thick forest of Monte Fossa delle Felci, the highest point of Aeolian Islands, where beautiful path waiting you for an amazing trekking surrounded by breathtaking view to the other islands.Duration: 1 dayNo meals included on this day.No accommodation included on this day.Day 4: PanareaStop At: PanareaThe blue of Panarea with his typical tiny houses and archaeological areaDuration: 1 dayNo meals included on this day.No accommodation included on this day.Day 5: StromboliStop At: Stromboli Volcano, Stromboli, Aeolian Islands, Islands of Sicily, SicilyThe red of Stromboli with his unforgettable magma eruptions of his volcano, one of the most active in the world!Duration: 1 dayNo meals included on this day.No accommodation included on this day.Day 6: FilicudiStop At: Museo di Filicudi, Filicudi Porto, Filicudi, Aeolian Islands, Islands of Sicily, SicilyHike to Filicudi IslandDuration: 1 dayNo meals included on this day.No accommodation included on this day.Day 7: AlicudiStop At: Spiaggia nera, Alicudi, Aeolian Islands, Islands of Sicily, SicilyHike to Alicudi IslandDuration: 1 dayNo meals included on this day.No accommodation included on this day.Day 8: MilazzoStop At: Capo di Milazzo, Milazzo, Province of Messina, SicilyEnd of the TourDuration: 1 dayNo meals included on this day.No accommodation included on this day.