ITALY SAILING TOURS

15 Italian Sailings, Sardinia First

126 sailings  ·  from $21 a head

The Maddalena archipelago off Sardinia is the best sailing water in the country and nothing on the mainland comes close. These 15 cover it plus Sicily, the Amalfi coast and the lakes, priced and timed.

Sailboat tour from PALAU to the Maddalena Archipelago. - Leaving Palau for La Maddalena National Park
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Sailboat tour from PALAU to the Maddalena Archipelago.

1.Sailboat tour from PALAU to the Maddalena Archipelago.

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

Set sail from Palau for 7 to 8 hours around the La Maddalena Archipelago. Your crew may include skippers such as Giuseppe, Simone, Claudia, or Alberto, depending on the boat. Expect swimming stops, snorkeling, Sardinian snacks, pasta or fish lunch, Vermentino, and time under sail in a small group of no more than 12.

“The most gorgeous day!! Absolutely loved this trip from start to finish! We were so well looked after and so was our little one. Lovely group and the captains couldn't do any more for us the food was exceptional and so was the company. A really relaxing day seeing some stunning sights. You HAVE to book this trip now! You won't regret it!”

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From Palau or La Maddalena: Archipelago Sailing Ship Tour - Budelli and the view of Spiaggia Rosa
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From Palau or La Maddalena: Archipelago Sailing Ship Tour

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

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

Spend seven hours aboard a vintage motorsailer from Palau or La Maddalena, visiting Budelli, Santa Maria, and Spargi. Guide Letizia and the crew explain the archipelago in Italian, English, and French. Swim from the boat, reach beaches by tender, buy pasta and drinks onboard, and bring cash for the landing tax.

“We enjoyed it, the only downside was the guide, I dont think she enjoys her job …., the english translation was 10% of the italian, the spanish was for who ?, on the back of the boat you could not hear anything anyhow. Then again I would go again, even without a guide.”

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Sailing boat from Santa Teresa di Gallura to the Maddalena Archipelago - Starting at Santa Teresa di Gallura
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Sailing boat from Santa Teresa di Gallura to the Maddalena Archipelago

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

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

Spend 7 to 8 hours aboard a small sailing boat from Santa Teresa di Gallura, visiting Budelli, Razzoli, Santa Maria, and Spargi. Expect swimming, snorkeling, lunch, drinks, and a friendly two-person crew such as Carlo, Andrea, Marco, or Lorenzo. The captain may change the route for wind and sea conditions.

“Wonderful trip. Leonardo and Massimo were very friendly and great hosts. They shared some good info about the islands and made sure we were all comfortable and enjoying the day. Highly recommend them.”

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Catania: Sail Tour of Cyclops Coast with Sicilian Aperitif - Leaving Club Nautico Catania
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Catania: Sail Tour of Cyclops Coast with Sicilian Aperitif

4.Sail Tour of Cyclops Coast with Sicilian Aperitif

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 548 reviews · 4 hours · from $69

Spend four hours sailing from Catania to Aci Trezza aboard a small boat with up to 10 people. Your English or Italian guide points out lava rocks and Aci Castello, then gives you time to swim, snorkel, or use the SUP. Finish with sparkling wine, local cheese, tomatoes, cold cuts, bread, and pesto.

“Fantastic guide! The trip was really nice with plenty of time to swimm, eat and relax! Also we had enough space for each of us. The tour guide was so friendly and nice, explaining us about the sights”

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Cagliari Sailing Boat Tour with Snorkeling and Drink - Starting at Marina Piccola beside Poetto Beach
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Cagliari Sailing Boat Tour with Snorkeling and Drink

5.Cagliari Sailing Boat Tour with Snorkeling and Drink

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 454 reviews · 3 hours · from $56Best value

Sail from Marina Piccola with Maurizio on a nine-meter yacht limited to eight people. Cruise past Poetto and Devil’s Saddle, stop at Cala Fighera for long swims and snorkeling, and enjoy fish-filled coves, local stories, a soft drink, and a quieter alternative to crowded motorboats.

“We really enjoyed this wonderful trip with the wind blowing through our hair, blue see all around, colourful life all around while snorcheling... Big thanks to our experienced, kind and helpful captain Maurizio with his beautiful smile! We really recommend him and his lovely boat for your perfect trip! Katerina and Tom”

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Alghero: Sunset Sailing Aperitif Experience - Maddalenetta and the last swim of the day
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Alghero: Sunset Sailing Aperitif Experience

6.Sunset Sailing Aperitif Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 367 reviews · 2 hours · from $65

Join Andrea aboard a small sailboat from Alghero Port for a two-hour sunset cruise. Sail toward Maddalenetta, swim or snorkel in clear water, then enjoy local wine, beer, spritz, soft drinks, snacks, music, and views of Capo Caccia. The boat carries a limited number of people, making this a friendly, social evening rather than a crowded harbor trip.

“Fantastic host, absolutely wonderful views. You have to do this if you visit Alghero”

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Sailing day trip on Tall Ship Andrea Jensen with Lunch and Wine - Capo Caccia and the Coral Riviera
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Sailing day trip on Tall Ship Andrea Jensen with Lunch and Wine

7.Sailing day trip on Tall Ship Andrea Jensen with Lunch and Wine

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 360 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $169

Spend about seven hours aboard the 86-year-old wooden tall ship Andrea Jensen, sailing from Alghero with Colin and Rachel. See Capo Caccia’s cliffs, stop in a clear bay for swimming and snorkeling, and enjoy a freshly prepared two-course lunch with wine, beer, soft drinks, and water. The group is limited to 12 people.

“A wonderful day trip on a beautiful boat, with some freshly prepared lunch and opportunities to snorkel and enjoy the water - would highly recommend!”

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Cagliari: Sailing Tour with 4 Stops, Snorkeling and Prosecco - Cala Bernat offers the first coastal view
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Cagliari: Sailing Tour with 4 Stops, Snorkeling and Prosecco

8.Sailing Tour with 4 Stops, Snorkeling and Prosecco

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 341 reviews · from $61

Sail from Cagliari’s port toward the Devil’s Saddle with Alma and her crew for three hours of coastal views, four stops, swimming, and fish-filled water. You’ll have a bilingual guide, snorkeling gear, floats, a freshwater shower, and a WC on board. Prosecco, soft drinks, and snacks cost extra.

“Fantastic experience. Would highly recommend. We had a brilliant trip, had a swim in some beautiful snorkel / swim spots full of fish to see. Our guides were friendly, full of interesting information. The swim in crystal clear waters was lush and cold drinks available to purchase on board. We loved it…and to top it off saw dolphins escorting our boats back in. Thank you.”

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Tour Sailboat 15 mt. BOARDING FROM LA MADDALENA islands Archipelago - Budelli’s Pink Beach, seen from a respectful distance
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Tour Sailboat 15 mt. BOARDING FROM LA MADDALENA islands Archipelago

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

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

Spend about eight hours aboard a 15-meter sailboat from La Maddalena. Swim at Spargi and Cala Santa Maria, photograph Budelli’s protected Pink Beach, and explore Port Madonna. Lunch, Sardinian aperitif, snorkeling gear, drinks, wine, and mirto are included. The boat carries no more than 12 people.

“Great trip. Great crew. Great food. Beautiful beaches. Max and Max made the day special and safe! Yay”

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Sailing ship from Porto San Paolo (S.Teodoro-Olbia) to Tavolara, Molara - Tavolara brings the main meal and the best setting
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Sailing ship from Porto San Paolo (S.Teodoro-Olbia) to Tavolara, Molara

10.Sailing ship from Porto San Paolo (S.Teodoro-Olbia) to Tavolara, Molara

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 293 reviews · 7 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $119

Spend about 7.5 hours aboard a sailing ship from Porto San Paolo, stopping at Isola Piana, Tavolara, Molara, and the Tavolara-Punta Coda Cavallo marine area. Swim, snorkel, eat a Sardinian lunch, sample Vermentino, and sail in search of dolphins with a small crew and up to 14 people.

“Excellente journée en compagnie de Luigi et de Ricardo qui ont été aux petits soins pour nous ⛵️ Il n'y a pas tellement de beaux rochers ou de cavernes à découvrir de près, mais cela est dû à la configuration des lieux. L'expérience reste magnifique, on ne regrette rien! En plus, l'apéritif, le repas de midi cuisiné sur place, de bons fruits et du prosecco ont comblé toutes les attentes. Bravo! Seul point à relever: rien n'est organisé pour le parking au port, il faut prévoir l'emplacement à l'avance ou bien payer le parking au port (5 €).”

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La Maddalena: Full-Day Sailing Trip - Leaving Porto Pollo and crossing toward the islands
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La Maddalena: Full-Day Sailing Trip

11.La Maddalena: Full-Day Sailing Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 256 reviews · 7 hours · from $117

Set out from Porto Pollo with a professional crew such as Dimitri, Fabio, Eddie, or Enzo for seven hours among La Maddalena's islands. You may sail toward Budelli, Santa Maria, and Spargi, or follow another route shaped by wind and weather. Expect swimming, snorkeling, beach stops, and a fresh Sardinian lunch on board for up to 12 guests.

“Everything was perfect! Both captains were superb guides and hosts. Lunch, food and wine were amazing! All tour is well planned, with beautiful beaches, scenic spots and enaugh time for swimming and chilling at the beaches. Thank you for a great journey!”

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Sailing boat tour in the Maddalena Archipelago - Spargi and Cala Granara, the first swim
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Sailing boat tour in the Maddalena Archipelago

12.Sailing boat tour in the Maddalena Archipelago

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

Spend about seven hours sailing La Maddalena’s archipelago with a small crew such as Samuel, Yuri, Ines, or Antonella. You’ll stop near Santa Maria, Budelli, and Spargi for swimming, snorkeling, and SUP, with aperitifs, pasta lunch, wine, beer, and soft drinks included. Pickup is available from La Maddalena or Palau.

“Due to a severe wind warning, our pickup location changed which was no issue and we took the ferry back to Palau for pickup. This was our first time on a sailboat in truly windy conditions so the swells were for very large for us and we didn’t expect the boat to sail on such an extreme angle in such large waves. We would have liked for a safety briefing (especially to know where life jackets were, even while we’re good swimmers) when we first got on board, especially with the severe wind this day. With that said, it was very clear Yuri and Ines were very experienced and knew…”

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Catamaran tour stops bathing and snorkeling toast with prosecco - Cala Mosca and the first coastal sights
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Catamaran tour stops bathing and snorkeling toast with prosecco

13.Catamaran tour stops bathing and snorkeling toast with prosecco

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 214 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $73

Spend about three hours on Alma Sailing Charter’s small catamaran with Alma, Patrick, or another member of the friendly crew. See Cagliari from the water, hear stories about its coast, stop near Sella del Diavolo for swimming and snorkeling, and finish with a prosecco toast. The group is limited to 12 people.

“Great day on the water. Very accommodating with transport to the marina. Interesting facts were shared during our tour and everything was as advertised. Not sure how the picture perfect day was arranged but it was picture perfect. Thank you so much.”

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Tour of the island of Ischia in schooner - Leaving Forio at 10:00 a.m.
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Tour of the island of Ischia in schooner

14.Tour of the island of Ischia in schooner

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

Spend about seven hours circling Ischia aboard a renovated schooner with a maximum of 25 people. You will stop at Citara Bay, Sant’Angelo, the sea caves, Aragonese Castle, and Lacco Ameno for swims, coastal views, and a lunch prepared in the galley, with traditional dishes, fruit, and coffee.

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

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Egadi Sail Boat Tour to Favignana and Levanzo from Trapani - Leaving Trapani at 9:30 a.m.
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Egadi Sail Boat Tour to Favignana and Levanzo from Trapani

15.Egadi Sail Boat Tour to Favignana and Levanzo from Trapani

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 194 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $139

Set out from Trapani at 9:30 a.m. on a sailboat limited to 12 people. Swim and snorkel at Cala Rossa, Cala Azzurra, Bue Marino, Cala Fredda, and Cala Minnola, then visit Favignana and Levanzo. Your skipper, possibly Francesco, Ricardo, Marcello, or Giuseppe, provides equipment, drinks, fruit, and lunch on board.

“Ricardo was a fantastic sea captain - very knowledgeable of the boat and surrounding sights and felt very safe. He helped us with anything we may need and made excellent suggestions. Prepare accordingly for 8 hour trip with stops to swim then lunch (change of clothes may be needed to be dry in restaurant)”

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