Italy yacht charter
Explore Italy
in style
The Italian coastline’s natural scenery is stunning, the marinas are stylish and the food and wine is to die for. The sandy beaches attract people from far and wide and the excellent restaurants and bars flourish in the harbour-side towns. Your yacht gives you the chance to escape the crowds and relax in uncrowded anchorages and smaller authentic harbours.
Everywhere you visit you’ll find traditional Italian food. Try the regional specialities of fresh fish and seafood, pork, lamb and veal – all cooked with olive oil and lemon and served with aubergines, tomatoes and peppers.
Tuscan Island yacht charter
Tuscan Island yacht charter
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A great place to start your yacht charter is Punta Ala or Scarlino on the west coast of Italy, perfectly placed so you can explore the enchanting Tuscan islands. This is a popular sailing destination and Elba, the largest and most enchanting island in the archipelago, has an indented coastline sheltering plenty of attractive harbours and anchorages.
Elba was once home to the exiled Napoleon. Other glorious islands of the Tuscan archipelago, include Gorgona, Capraia, Montecristo, Giglio and Giannutri, all dramatic islands rising steeply from the sea.
The islands form convenient stepping stones between the Tuscan coastline and Corsica, this gives you the chance to combine the flavours of Italy and France on your sailing holiday. Why not explore the east coast of Corsica before heading back to the islands or Tuscan mainland.
Plan A CharterSardinia yacht charter
Sardinia yacht charter
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Board at Marina di Portisco on the chic Costa Smeralda, otherwise known as ‘the Emerald Coast’, an area buzzing with designer boutiques, piazzas and stunning views.
Head north into the La Maddelena National Park, a marine park scattered with islands and sandy beaches, including the famous ‘spiaggia rosa’ beach on Budelli. There are seven main islands offering peaceful anchorages, although be aware, there’s a small overnighting charge for the mooring buoys provided by the park authority. Visit the delightful harbour at La Maddelana, a fishing village with harbour-side restaurants..
France is within easy reach, so why not sail over to Bonifacio on the French island of Corsica and the dramatic entrance through the narrow opening in the cliff, the ‘Bocche di Bonifacio’, is not be missed.
Plan A CharterSicily yacht charter
Sicily yacht charter
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The Aeolian Islands are named after the wind god, Aeolus. The chain of seven volcanic islands are 25 miles off the north-east coast of Sicily. Some of the islands have a rich history dating back to Ancient Greece while some are sparsely populated.
Now the Aeolian Islands are a favourite destination for Italian celebrities. On your Helm yacht charter holiday be sure to visit Stromboli, the island Dolce & Gabbana call home. As the sun sets flames and molten rock spray from Stromboli’s crater lighting up the night sky. Vulcano also has a volcano that belches sulphurous smoke.
This is a very popular sailing holiday destination with harbours and anchorages sheltered from the prevailing summer winds. The food is excellent as you would expect and locals are very hospitable.
Plan A CharterAmalfi Coast yacht charter
Amalfi Coast yacht charter
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The Amalfi coast is one of the most celebrated coastlines in the world, with dramatic cliffs and pastel coloured villages cascading down the mountainside. The smell of lemon groves add to the charm. Within the Gulf of Naples make sure to visit the islands of Ischia, Procida and Vivara and the super stylish Capri. There are no shortage of stunningly beautiful anchorages along the Amalfi coastline, such as Sorrento, Positano and Amalfi. Or if you’d rather a more ‘back to basics’ feel explore the coastline south of Salerno, where there are many unspoilt fishing harbours.
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