The Best of Ischia: Boat Tour Around the Island with Lunch

Start your day at the Port of Forio, where you’ll board a comfortable boat and set sail along Ischia’s stunning coastline. Admire the Bay of Citara and the famous Poseidon Gardens, then cruise past the colorful fishing village of Sant'Angelo and the dramatic cliffs of Sgarrupata. See the historic Aragonese Castle perched on its islet, and discover the secluded Bay of Varulo with its hidden Spiaggetta delle Monache beach. Enjoy stops for swimming and snorkeling, and savor a delightful onboard lunch with aperitif, courses, wine, and limoncello. The tour concludes around 5:00 PM at the Port of Forio, leaving you with unforgettable memories of Ischia’s natural and historic treasures.

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   Faro Punta Imperatore

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   The boat trip begins with a first stop to admire the Bay of Citara, a beautiful bay below Punta Imperatore, where the largest thermal park on the island is located: the Poseidon Gardens.

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   Sant'Angelo

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   The tour continues to Sant'Angelo, in the municipality of Serrara Fontana, an ancient fishing village renowned for its myriad of colorful houses overlooking the wonderful crystal clear sea of Ischia.

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   La Scarrupata

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   The boat trip then continues towards Sgarrupata, one of the most spectacular bays on the island, characterized by volcanic rocks that plunge steeply between prickly pears, reeds, and Biancolella and Forastera vines.

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   Castello Aragonese

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   Another point of interest is the Aragonese Castle. The old fortress built on the islet opposite Ischia was a strategic outpost for the defense of the island. Today, its unique viewpoint, its history, and its monuments make the Aragonese Castle one of the main attractions of the island.

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   Stop 5

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   Enclosed within it, the beach of Varulo, also known as “Spiaggetta delle Monache” (Nuns' Beach), is lapped by a sea that changes from azure to blue, with a seabed rich in Posidonia and marine fauna. A paradise that can only be reached by sea.

• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Essentials to bring: swimsuit, beach towel, sun protection, hat, and camera
• Know Before You Go: The tour may be canceled in the event of bad weather
• Medicines for Nausea are recommended

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.