With its sheer cliffs, rugged shores and cobalt
blue waters, the Amalfi Coast has long been
synonymous with romance, beauty and charm.
The 30-mile stretch of Italian coastline
is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and endures
as one of the most popular yacht charter
destinations in the Mediterranean. A nine-day
charter from Naples to Palermo in Sicily is the
perfect opportunity to also explore the volcanic
drama of the Aeolian archipelago.
DAY 1: NAPLES TO ISCHIA (15 MILES)
Step onboard your yacht at Marina di
Stabia and enjoy a cooling Acqua e Menta
or a Spritz as you cruise through the Bay
of Naples to the islands of Procida and
Ischia. Visit the boutiques and restaurants
in the picturesque fishing village of
Sant’Angelo and unwind in the hot
springs and natural thermal spas of this volcanic island.
DAY 2: ISCHIA TO CAPRI (14 MILES)
Capri is both serene and glamorous, with
chic boutiques selling hand-made sandals,
and characterful bars and restaurants
lining its narrow lanes. Explore the
majestic Grotta Azzurra (Blue Grotto) or
step ashore to the beautiful hilltop village
of Anacapri, on the slopes of Monte
Solaro. The single-seater chairlift to the
peak promises epic views.
DAY 3: CAPRI TO POSITANO (11 MILES)
Cruise back across the Bay of Naples to
the mainland. Anchor beneath the cliff-
side village of Positano, where elegant
pastel-hued buildings appear to cascade
into the sea. Enjoy an afternoon of water
sports before stepping ashore to dine at
the famous Il San Pietro di Positano – think
limoncello and some of the world’s finest
Scialatielli ai frutti di mare!
DAY 4: POSITANO TO AMALFI (6 MILES)
Further down the coast is Amalfi, a
traditional fishing village that boasts past
glories as the seat of a maritime republic
between the 9th and 11th centuries.
Discover the imposing old cathedral or venture inland to the extraordinary
ruins of Pompeii and Herculaneum.
DAY 5 AND 6: AMALFI TO STROMBOLI (110 MILES)
Following an overnight cruise, awake in
the crystal-clear waters surrounding the
volcanic black sand beaches of Stromboli.
The perfect opportunity to enjoy tenders
and toys as the active volcano on this
island puffs plumes of smoke.
DAY 7: STROMBOLI TO PANAREA (10 MILES)
It’s a short cruise to Panarea, the smallest
island in the Aeolian archipelago and
one that attracts the jet set for its boho-
chic atmosphere. Anchor off the islet of
Panarelli for an afternoon of water sports,
before stepping ashore to eat and drink
around the pretty port of San Pietro.
DAY 8: PANAREA TO LIPARI (9 MILES)
Lipari is the largest of the Aeolian Islands,
where the fortified walls of Lipari town
rise protectively above its two ports. Visit the town for sweet Malvasia wine
and local capers, and then retreat to view
the stunning coastline from the deck of
your yacht.
DAY 9: LIPARI TO PALERMO (75 MILES)
Cruise to Sicily, disembark in Palermo’s
splendid natural harbour and discover
the city’s medieval charm. Alternatively,
disembark in Milazzo on the northeast
tip of Sicily – the closest port to the
Aeolian Islands.
Contact our charter team for
summer ideas and itineraries at
charter@cecilwright.com