The 15 Best Yacht Cruises in Italy

1.Lampedusa: Yacht excursion, swimming stops and typical lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 195 reviews · 7 hours · from $101 a seat Our pick

Join Sciatumia’s yacht from Via Alessandro Volta for a seven-hour tour of Lampedusa. Gianfranco, Francesco, and the crew explain the island’s stories and underwater sights while you swim at Tabaccara, Rabbit Island, Muro Vecchio, and other coves. Lunch includes fresh fish, seafood crudités, pasta, wine, dessert, coffee, and fruit.

“L’escursione è stata fantastica, Gianfranco e Francesco due guide simpatiche e disponibili, compagnia gradevolissima e pranzo che non ha nulla da invidiare ad un pasto completo al ristorante, primo, secondo (crudi di scampi e gamberi a volontà), contorni vari, frutta e dolce, Acqua vino e pure il limoncello a metà pomeriggio. Bellissimi i luoghi dove abbiamo effettuato le soste per i vari bagni, con tanto di spiegazione di quello che devi vedere sott’acqua per non perderti proprio nulla. È anche durata più del previsto! Assolutamente da fare e rifare!”

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2.From Palau/La Maddalena: All inclusive Yacht Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 191 reviews

Spend seven hours with Captain Fabio and his crew cruising from Palau through Spargi, Budelli, and Santa Maria. Swim at Cala Soraya and Cala Granara, see Pink Beach, enjoy aperitivo, seafood pasta, wine, and soft drinks, and make use of paddleboards and snorkeling gear in a group of up to 10.

“Absolutely loved our boat trip. It exceeded our expectations. The whole crew were fantastic with our 10 year old daughter. Food was delicious. Lots of swimming opportunities and the crew had such great local knowledge. Highly recommended.”

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3.Tour of Ischia Island with Motor Yacht Rocca Corsa

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 181 reviews · 7 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $96 a seat

Spend 7 to 8 hours circling Ischia aboard the Rocca Corsa from Forio. Stephanie may provide English island commentary while the crew serves drinks, seafood, fresh sfogliatella, wine, and limoncello. You will stop to swim near San Pancrazio, visit the Grotta dell’Amore, see the Fungo rock, and pass Ischia Ponte and Citara Bay.

“we took a trip around Ischia, stopping to swim, and eat. Great captain, who also was a chef, and excellent hostess who pointed out all the island sights. DO IT!”

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4.1H Luxury Cruise Como Lake Tender Yacht Invictus 9 Pax

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 100 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $108 a seat

Cruise Lake Como from Como to Cernobbio, Moltrasio, Laglio, Torno, and Blevio aboard the Invictus yacht, limited to nine passengers. Luca or another captain points out grand villas, including Villa Erba, Villa Fontanelle, Villa Oleandra, and Villa Pliniana. Expect about an hour on the water, with Prosecco mentioned as an inclusion.

“Host/captain great fun, very informative, knowledgeable prosecco included lovely hour on Lago di Como”

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5.Cefalù: Mini Yacht with Snorkel Stops, Caves and Aperitif

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 99 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $52 a seat Best value

Spend 2.5 hours aboard Étolie with Captain Alex and his crew, cruising from Cefalù’s port past beaches, churches, and coastal coves. You’ll have time to swim and snorkel at Mazzaforno and Kalura, then share prosecco, drinks, and freshly prepared Sicilian snacks. Morning, afternoon, and sunset departures are available.

“We had the most amazing time on this boat trip! Everything was perfectly organized from start to finish — the crew was friendly, professional, and made everyone feel relaxed and welcome. Thank you guys and good luck! 🫶🤩”

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6.Pantelleria Island: Isola Tour in Yacht with Simone & Luck

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 83 reviews · 1 day · from $88 a seat

Join the Simone yacht for a full-day cruise around Pantelleria with Captain Simone and Barbara. You will stop at coves, cliffs, caves, and hot seawater near Nikà, while enjoying an aperitivo, lunch, drinks, fruit, dessert, and passito on board. The yacht holds up to 22 people and speaks Italian only.

“Felice e super soddisfatto del tour in tutto e per tutto. Equipaggio perfetto: disponibile, simpatico e preparato. Tour dell'isola con tanti bagni nelle calette più belle senza premura. Aperitivo, pranzo, dolce, frutta, passito non fanno mancare niente ed è stato tutto buonissimo. Yacht comodo e spazioso.”

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8.Favignana e Levanzo: tour condiviso Yacht Shalimar IV

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 65 reviews

Join Egadi Discovery’s shared Yacht Shalimar IV from Trapani for an eight-hour trip to Levanzo and Favignana. You’ll swim from the boat, use the included mask and snorkel, eat pasta with tuna and sides on board, and have two hours of free time in Favignana. The crew speaks English and Italian.

“magnifiques endroits de baignade repas excellent à bord personnel aux petits soins parfait”

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9.Five Star Relax Cruise Sailing Yacht Islands of La Maddalena

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 65 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $337 a seat

Spend about eight hours aboard Solevento with skipper Francesco and Paola, sailing from Cannigione through the La Maddalena Archipelago. Expect small groups of up to 10, swimming stops, sun cushions, Sardinian lunch, local wine, coffee, and refreshments. The route changes with the wind, so each day has its own rhythm.

“Francisco and Paula are lovely people, worked very hard to make our experience delicious, warm, and fun. It was a day to be always remembered!”

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10.3H Guided Cruise Stop Bellagio Tender yacht Invictus 9 Pax

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 59 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $277 a seat

Cruise Lake Como for three hours aboard an Invictus yacht with Captain George, stopping in Bellagio and at Orrido di Nesso. You’ll pass famous villas, Isola Comacina, Villa del Balbianello, and George Clooney’s Villa Oleandra. The boat holds up to nine people, but this is a shared cruise, not necessarily a private charter.

“Highly recommend!!!! The crew was a lot of fun and very knowledgeable about the sites. We did the 3 hour tour, with a stop in Bellagio, and it was perfect! If they give you an option for appetizers (at an additional cost), don’t hesitate to do it. What they had prepared was fabulous and really added to our experience.”

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11.Excursion by Sailing Yacht

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 53 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $72 a seat

Join CST Tropea for a 3.5-hour yacht trip from Tropea Port to Capo Vaticano. You’ll visit the White Cave, Riaci Bay, and Praia di Fuoco, with swimming, snorkeling gear, a restroom, and drinks and snacks listed as included. Groups are capped at 16, though smaller departures may feel more personal.

“Swimming in the sea was amazing. Good history provided by the captain. Would have been amazing if we could have sailed rather than just motored.”

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12.2H Private Cruise Lake Como Tender yacht Invictus 6 pax

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 43 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · whole boat $902, up to 6

Set out from Como on a private two-hour Invictus yacht cruise for up to six people. Captains George or Luca guide you past Villa Olmo, Villa Erba, Villa d’Este, Villa Oleandra, Isola Comacina, Nesso, and grand lakeside homes. Expect music, shaded seating, villa stories, and possible prosecco, with pickup and drop-off at the Como pier.

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13.1H Private Cruise Lake Como Tender Yacht Invictus 6 pax

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 42 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · whole boat $445, up to 6

Set out from Como on a private one-hour Invictus tender yacht for up to six people. Your captain guides you past Cernobbio, Moltrasio, Laglio, Torno, and Blevio, with views of Villa Erba, Villa Fontanelle, Villa Oleandra, and Villa Pliniana. English service, mobile tickets, and free cancellation up to 24 hours before departure make this an easy short cruise.

“Our captain was very nice and knowledgeable! We enjoyed the history and stories he told us. The views were breathtaking and the music was wonderful. However, I am unable to give it 5 stars because our tour started 30 minutes late. It was explained that there were technical difficulties but when the boat arrived there was another group finishing their tour and food from their trip was left behind when we started our tour. It also felt rushed when we were brought on to the boat, which could have been due to the late start but it made it feel less than relaxed. The description noted that prosecco and water…”

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14.Capri Exclusive Premium Semi-Private Luxury Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 41 reviews · from $344 a seat

Cruise from Sorrento toward Capri aboard a yacht shared by only six or eight people. Your captain and host guide you past grottoes, Faraglioni, Casa Malaparte, and quiet coves, with swimming gear, drinks, an aperitif, and about four hours to explore Capri on foot.

“Fantastic day on the water! Andrea and Martin were the perfect captain and first mate with lots of knowledge of the area and sights to see. Highly recommend.”

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15.A Classy Capri Tour: a day on a luxury private yacht

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 41 reviews · 7 to 8 hours (approx.) · whole boat $3,425, up to 12

Set out from Sorrento on a private yacht for up to 12 people, with stops at Bagni Regina Giovanna, Capri’s White, Green, Blue, and Coral grottos, Punta Carena Lighthouse, and three hours on Via Camerelle. Your English-speaking crew provides towels, snorkeling gear, soft drinks, snacks, and prosecco, while the route can be adjusted to suit your group.

“Awesome team great communication throughout super kind and courteous and respectful took us everywhere. We wanted on an amazing yacht.!! Could not have asked her better. Totally worth it.!!!”

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