The island of Vulcano, once called Hierò Thermessa is one of the most interesting in the Aeolian archipelago because of the exceptional nature of its landscapes and the variety of its landscapes and the variety of its volcanic phenomena. Dedicated to Vulcan, the Roman god of fire and metal working; Homer described the island as the workshop of Hephaestus, the Greek god of fire. Your tour will begin with a boat trip around the island with a breathtaking view of the Faraglioni ,Grotta del Cavallo, and Vulcanello . The only landing place is the Porto di Levante. Vulcano consists of three old craters. The first, in the south between Monte Aria and Monte Saraceno, has been extinct for centuries; the GranCratere , on the other hand, is still active, the last eruption occurring in 1890. Vulcanello, the third crater, is a promontory on the north eastern tip of the island created almost 2,000 years ago by an eruption. The climb up to the middle crater is particularly interesting and you can reach the top in less than an hour. Please note: The hike to the volcano is only recommended for fit people as a lot of uphill walking is involved. Wear walking shoes, bring a change of clothes and bottled water.

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Lipari is the largest of the seven Aeolian Islands and is well known not only for its mythological connections, but most of all for its natural beauty. Arriving at Marina Corta , you will board your coach and proceed on a panoramic tour of the island. Two beaches, Marina Lunga and Marina Corta, frame the town of Lipari, which is encircled by 13th -14th century walls and dominated by a 16th century Norman castle. Nearby there is an impressive view of the bay. Between the islands of Lipari and Vulcano, in the Bocche di Vulcano, you will see picturesque rocks resembling Druidical stones, among them the Pietralunga , a basalt nearly 240 feet (72m) high. After a brief stop at Canneto Village , you will continue with your drive noting where the road is crossed by red and black veins of obsidian. Your guide will bring you to a local establishment to enjoy a delicious refreshment. You'll then return to the landing area or you may choose to remain in town to explore on your own until the last tender departure. Please note : Wear comfortable shoes and a sun hat.

Departing the pier by motor coach you will begin your sightseeing tour of Lipari. For the next 90 minutes you will make stops at s ome of the best viewpoints on the island, offering magnificent vistas of the Aeolian Archipelago. Then it's off to a local pizzeria, where the owners enthusiastically demonstrate how to make traditional Sicilian pizza . You'll have the opportunity to try your hand at making your very own pizza , according to your own personal taste. Finally, you will sit down to enjoy your creation accompanied with wine and Aeolian cookies, before returning to your yacht. Please note : This tour is not suitable for people with walking difficulties, since much uphill walking is involved on cobblestone and gravel pathways.

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Lipari is the largest of the seven islands and its history is entirely concentrated around the narrow platform of the so-called Castello, a fine natural fortress formed by a rhyolitic socle, on the flat summit of which there has accumulated a further earth socle, carried by the wind. From your yacht you will tender to shore where you will have a 20-minute walk to the museum. You'll have the opportunity to visit the Archaeological Museum ( at your own expense ) or wander through the beautiful terrace for impressive photo opportunities. On the return walk a refreshment of local granita with brioche will be served before taking your tender to the yacht or you may choose to remain in town. During summer time it is very hot and this tour is suitable for guests in good physical condition only. Please note : This tour is not suitable for people with walking difficulties, since much uphill walking is involved on cobblestones and gravel pathways. Wear comfortable walking shoes.