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The 15 Best Aeolian Islands Tours

55 tours  ·  from $34 a head

Lipari and Vulcano make an easy day from Milazzo; Stromboli is an evening built around an eruption. The 15 below are priced by island combination, with sailing times and what the swell can cancel.

From Milazzo: Panarea and Stromboli Boat Trip by Night - Leaving Milazzo at 12:30
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From Milazzo: Panarea and Stromboli Boat Trip by Night

Stromboli: Sunset Trekking at Sciara del Fuoco - Meeting at Piazza San Vincenzo
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Stromboli: Sunset Trekking at Sciara del Fuoco

From Milazzo: Lipari and Vulcano Day Trip - The ride out from Milazzo
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From Milazzo: Lipari and Vulcano Day Trip

3.Lipari and Vulcano Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 1,166 reviews · 1 day · from $60

Explore Lipari’s old town and Vulcano’s black-sand beaches on a full-day boat trip from Milazzo, with coastal views and free time on both islands.

“It was a whole day experience. We really appreciated it. We could enjoyed the 2 islands in a different way. The first one was most for shopping and the other was for swimming, sunbathing, relaxing. I recommend to try it !”

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From Milazzo: Lipari and Vulcano Day Trip - The ride out from Milazzo
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From Milazzo: Lipari and Vulcano Day Trip

4.Lipari and Vulcano Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 418 reviews · 9 hours · from $68

Cruise from Milazzo to Lipari and Vulcano for old-town streets, volcanic coastlines, black sand, thermal water, and 9 hours at sea.

“The islands are beautiful. There’s plenty of time to have a look around and explore. When you get off of the boat, there are some bus tours available (15-20€ per person depending on group size) which didn’t seem to be affiliated with the boat company. We decided to just wander around ourselves and we had a great time. The package includes transport to and from the islands from the port of Milazzo. On the way back, we were serenaded by the lovely Giuseppe. All in all, we would definitely recommend!”

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From Taormina: Chic Panarea and Stromboli Day Tour - Meeting in Taormina and crossing Sicily by coach
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From Taormina: Chic Panarea and Stromboli Day Tour

5.Chic Panarea and Stromboli Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 396 reviews · from $118

Cruise from Taormina to chic Panarea and volcanic Stromboli, with island walks, sunset views, and eruptions after dark.

“Scenery and guide were amazing! We were picked picked up promptly and greeted by Franco, our very friendly and professional guide. The bus journey to Milazzo port was painless with lovely views and a quick stop for a coffee half way. After this we got a boat ride to the first Island - due to the weather this was very rough and unpleasant, with many people throwing up into sick bags handed out by the boat staff - despite the choppiness we never felt unsafe. Once we got to the islands the day was perfect, we had lunch by the sea, went for a scenic walk and a lovely swim…”

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From Milazzo: Panarea & Stromboli Cruise Excursion - Panarea begins at San Pietro
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From Milazzo: Panarea & Stromboli Cruise Excursion

6.Panarea & Stromboli Cruise Excursion

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 377 reviews · from $80

Cruise from Milazzo to Panarea and Stromboli for island villages, prehistoric ruins, sunset views, and volcanic fire from the sea.

“Amazing and excellent experience. Never to be forgotten ❤️❤️❤️❤️. Wished it never ended. Enjoyable !! Recommend definitely and left without words!!! Thankyou very much xxxx”

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Private Tour explore Vulcano Island by Kayak & Coasteering - Following Vulcano’s east coast by kayak
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Private Tour explore Vulcano Island by Kayak & Coasteering

From Lipari: Panarea and Stromboli Cruise with Stops - Leaving Lipari past the pumice quarries
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From Lipari: Panarea and Stromboli Cruise with Stops

From Taormina: Lipari and Vulcano Mini Cruise Aeolian Tour - Boarding at Milazzo and crossing the Tyrrhenian Sea
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From Taormina: Lipari and Vulcano Mini Cruise Aeolian Tour

10.Lipari and Vulcano Mini Cruise Aeolian Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 281 reviews · 1 day · from $106

Cruise from Taormina to Lipari and Vulcano, with free time, black beaches, volcanic sights, and a scenic return by boat.

“Trip was overhall good. On the morning there was no parking option for our car. By chance we managed, but it should be said before on the web site. The trip to go by boat was very shaky, many people were sick. You should warn the people that this can happen. We could not hear the guide on the boat...and on the land it is very short.”

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Stromboli: sunset trekking to Sciara del Fuoco - Ashàra - Reaching 400 meters above Sciara del Fuoco
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Stromboli: sunset trekking to Sciara del Fuoco – Ashàra

Aeolian Islands Day Trip from Taormina: Stromboli and Panarea - From Taormina to Milazzo by coach
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Aeolian Islands Day Trip from Taormina: Stromboli and Panarea

12.Aeolian Islands Day Trip from Taormina: Stromboli and Panarea

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 238 reviews · 13 to 14 hours (approx.) · from $132

See Panarea, Stromboli, black-sand beaches, sunset, and possible lava eruptions on a long but memorable day from Taormina.

“Great tour, visited both Stromboli and Panarea, with more than enough time to see both islands and enjoy the amazing lava show by the Stromboli volcano. It is a long day but definitely worth it.”

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Lipari: Vulcano, Panarea, and Stromboli Cruise - Leaving Lipari and settling into the boat
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Lipari: Vulcano, Panarea, and Stromboli Cruise

13.Vulcano, Panarea, and Stromboli Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 219 reviews · 11 hours · from $95

Cruise from Lipari to Vulcano, Panarea, and Stromboli for volcanic views, free time, swimming, sunset, and eruptions from the sea.

“The boat tour was well organised and offered the opportunity to visit three islands in a day. It is worth the money, recommend.”

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From Milazzo: Panarea & Stromboli Boat Trip - Leaving Milazzo at 12:30
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From Milazzo: Panarea & Stromboli Boat Trip

14.Panarea & Stromboli Boat Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 130 reviews · 10 hours · from $80

See Panarea, Stromboli, sunset, and nighttime lava on a 10-hour boat trip from Milazzo, with free time on both islands.

“Bellissima giornata purtroppo il tempo non è stato fantastico e quindi non abbiamo potuto vedere il tramonto perché troppo nuvoloso … lo spettacolo della lava è stupendo … per il ritorno della sera consiglio di portare una felpa con cappuccio”

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Aeolian Islands Day Trip from Taormina: Lipari and Vulcano - Lipari: the most rewarding stop for history and town life
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Aeolian Islands Day Trip from Taormina: Lipari and Vulcano

15.Aeolian Islands Day Trip from Taormina: Lipari and Vulcano

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 110 reviews · 12 to 13 hours (approx.) · from $107

Review of the Taormina to Lipari and Vulcano day trip, with ferry tips, free time, costs, drawbacks, and advice on who should book.

“Lipari is a beautiful island and where we stopped was very picturesque with lovely streets and lots of shops, bars etc We then went on to Vulcano where we wandered and had lunch didn't try the mud baths though they looked like fun. Franco our guide was very informative throughout the trip and readily made himself available to answer the groups questions. Would definetly recommend.”

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