CATANIA SIGHTSEEING TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Private Cruise Along Costa di Ulisse — Four Hours of Lava, Legends and Etna Views
A four-hour private sailing from Catania that traces the Costa di Ulisse—visiting Ognina, the Grotte di Ulisse and Aci Castello, with a Sicilian aperitivo included.
Private Cruise Along Costa di Ulisse — Four Hours of Lava, Legends and Etna Views.
Imbarcatevi dal pontile Blu Marina di Catania per una crociera privata di quattro ore lungo la Costa di Ulisse: un itinerario che unisce colate laviche, grotte ricche di mito e panorami che guardano l'Etna, il tutto accompagnato da un aperitivo siciliano a bordo.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Costa di Ulisse and Etna-facing Vistas
A coastal sail that keeps the shoreline—and Mount Etna—within view, offering a clear sense of Sicily's volcanic edge as you move between cliffs and sea.
Ognina’s 1693 Lava Flow and Aci Castello’s Castle
The route passes Ognina, notable for the 1693 lava flow, then skirts Aci Castello where stories of its Byzantine-origin castle on a rocky promontory unfold.
Grotte di Ulisse and Onboard Aperitivo
The cruise reaches the Grotte di Ulisse—where local legends are told—and includes a Sicilian aperitivo with prosecco served on board.
What the day feels like
What to Expect on Deck
The experience is a relaxed, four-hour private sail that departs from Catania and follows the Costa di Ulisse, alternating shoreward passes to view lava-scarred rock, grotto openings and the fortress at Aci Castello while the crew presents local stories and serves a Sicilian aperitivo.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this private sailing suits—and who should reconsider.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Departure from the pontile Blu Marina in Catania at 9:00; total duration is four hours.
A Sicilian aperitivo with prosecco is included. Beach towels (teli mare) are excluded.
Maximum of 12 participants; advertised as suitable for all ages.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the tour?
The cruise lasts four hours.
Where and when do we meet?
The departure point is the pontile Blu Marina in Catania and the sail departs at 9:00.
How many people are on board?
The tour accepts a maximum of 12 participants.
Is food or drink provided?
A Sicilian aperitivo with prosecco is included on the cruise.
Is the tour suitable for children or older travelers?
The experience is listed as suitable for all ages.
Are there any health advisories?
The cruise is not recommended for those who suffer from seasickness.