Boat Trip to Lipari and Vulcano from Messina

Highlights

• Full-day bus and boat excursion from Messina to Lipari and Vulcano (2 hours stop circa on each island)

• Visit Lipari with free time in the historic centre and castle

• Admire the Faraglioni from the sea during navigation

• Relax at Vulcano in the Baia delle Sabbie Nere or Baia delle Acque Calde

• Scenic return through the Milazzo harbour to Messina

What to expect

If you want to discover the wonders of the islands of Lipari and Vulcano in a single day departing from Messina, our bus and boat excursion is the ideal way to experience volcanic landscapes, historic villages and unique beaches in the heart of the Aeolian Islands.

We will depart from Messina by bus towards the port of Milazzo, where a light breakfast will be offered before boarding. From there, we will set sail towards Lipari, the largest of the Aeolian Islands, where you will have time to visit the historic centre, the cathedral of San Bartolomeo and the castle of Lipari, a fortress overlooking the sea with stunning panoramic views of the archipelago. During the navigation, you will also admire the famous Faraglioni, impressive rock formations rising from the crystal-clear sea.

We will then continue towards Vulcano, a volcanic island with a wild and fascinating character. Here you can relax in the Baia delle Sabbie Nere or in the natural thermal waters of the Baia delle Acque Calde, as well as admire the lunar-like landscapes shaped by volcanic activity. For those who wish, it will be possible to reach the crater of Vulcano for a spectacular view over the entire Aeolian archipelago.

In the late afternoon we will return to the port of Milazzo and then to Messina, ending a full day of nature, history and unforgettable views of the Aeolian Islands.

Departure

Messina

Program

• Port of Milazzo (variable duration - Breakfast and boarding)

• Lipari (2 hours - Free time in the historic centre and castle)

• Faraglioni (variable duration - View from the boat)

• Vulcano (2 hours - Free time)

Return

• Same as departure

Meeting point

Piazza della Repubblica (opposite the train station), Messina

Arrival timing

• Please arrive at the meeting point 30 mins before the departure time.

Services / Equipment

• Audioguide

• Round trip coach transfer from Messina to Milazzo with Giuntabus Trasporti S.R.L.

Food

• Breakfast (light breakfast at a café in the port of Milazzo)

Mandatory fees

• Entry fees (Landing tax for the Aeolian Islands - €5 per person from 1 June to 30 September, €2.50 per person from 1 October to 31 May)

Amenities

• Sun protected-area

• Restrooms

• Bar

Capacity

Number of passengers: 280

Accessibility

• Not accessible to wheelchairs users

• Not accessible to pregnant women

• Not accessible to toddlers and the elderly

Food & drinks policy

• Unfortunately, you cannot bring your own food

• Unfortunately, you cannot bring your own drinks

Pet policy

• No pets are allowed in this activity

Bring along

• Swimsuit

• Towel

• Sunscreen, sunglasses & hat

• Weather-appropriate clothing

• Cash

Extra information

Lunch and dinner are not included.

Departure by bus from Messina is at 07:00. Boarding at the port of Milazzo is scheduled for 09:30, with return to Milazzo around 17:45 and bus transfer back to Messina at 18:45.