The 4 Island Day Trips in Italy That Earn the Road Time

1.Sardinia: La Maddalena Archipelago Full-Day Trip by Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 2,710 reviews · 6 - 7 hours · from $59Our pick

Spend 6 to 7 hours aboard Elena Tour Navigazioni, visiting La Maddalena, Spargi, Budelli, and Santa Maria. You’ll swim from white-sand beaches and the boat, explore La Maddalena’s old streets, and buy Sardinian food and drinks onboard. Live commentary and smartphone audio are available in English, French, and Italian.

“Very nice and clean boat and a great tour, they also had wonderful food options on board.”

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2.From Palau: La Maddalena Islands Full-Day Trip by Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 2,414 reviews · 7 hours · from $59

Spend seven hours aboard the Sea Star from Palau, visiting Spargi, Budelli, Santa Maria, and nearby islands. You’ll have beach time, boat swims, multilingual commentary, and food for sale. The final stop changes by day: Cala Coticcio and Caprera on some departures, La Maddalena town on others.

“Very nice trip. It was a pity that we didn’t go to tahiti :( Maybe next time ;)”

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3.Small Group Boat Day Excursion to Capri Island from Sorrento

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 926 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $131

You’ll circle Capri by boat with an English-speaking skipper such as Tony, Michele, or Antonio, stopping at sea caves, Faraglioni, Marina Piccola, and Punta Carena. After swimming and onboard drinks, you get about 3.5 hours on Capri before returning to Sorrento.

“Didn’t have the best weather but the tour team made the best out of the situation, made us feel safe and comfortable. Had a great experience that was very memorable!”

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4.From Sorrento: Capri Island Boat Day Trip With Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 762 reviews · from $123Top rated

Join Meditours for a small-group Capri cruise from Sorrento, limited to 12 people. Guides such as Italo, Giuseppe, Tony, and Valentino share island tips, serve drinks and snacks, stop for swimming, and give you four hours ashore.

“absolutely amazing! raffe was the greatest skipper ever!!!! book this if you want to go to capri!”

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