Top 3 Sailing Tours

1.Giardini Naxos: Dolphin Catamaran Sunset Tour with Aperetif

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 218 reviews · 3 hours · from $65Our pick

Join a three-hour catamaran cruise from Giardini Naxos to Taormina for dolphin watching with binoculars and a hydrophone, a swim near Isola Bella or Spisone, and a Sicilian aperitif. The crew has worked with The White Lotus and Disney productions. English, Italian, and Spanish guides are available.

“Beautiful views. The captain was funny and welcoming. Had an amazing trip. Night time swim included which was awesome! The aperitifs were so good. 100% recommend.”

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2.Private 1-Hour Felucca Sailing and Botanical Garden In Aswan

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 15 reviews · from $25Best value

You’ll ride a traditional felucca for about an hour around Elephantine Island, then visit Aswan Botanical Garden, once used by Lord Kitchener. Hotel or cruise pickup, bottled water, a private vehicle, and a guide are included, but confirm the meeting point and language before booking.

“Never showed up and ignored my texts/calls! Despite being active on WhatsApp, my attempts to reach “Nice Tours” were ignored and I sat waiting to be picked up until well after sunset when I gave up. Still haven’t gotten refund - DO NOT BOOK THIS!!!”

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3.Giardini Naxos and Taormina sailing tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 7 reviews Top rated

Spend four hours on a sailboat from Giardini Naxos, passing Taormina’s bays with Mount Etna in view. Swim and snorkel at Isola Bella, see the Blue Grotto, and stop at Mazzarò, Spisone, and Villagonia for a Sicilian aperitif with local wine.

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