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The 15 Best Island Hopping Tours in Italy

22 tours  ·  from $14 a head

The 15 best island hopping tours in Italy you can book today, with the per-person price, how long you are aboard and who each one suits. Start at the top and work down.

Boat Trip: Glimpse of Murano, Torcello & Burano Islands - Murano: 30 minutes with the glassmakers
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Boat Trip: Glimpse of Murano, Torcello & Burano Islands

1.Boat Trip: Glimpse of Murano, Torcello & Burano Islands

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 15,699 reviews · 4.5 - 5.5 hours · from $29Our pick

Cruise from Venice to Murano, Torcello, and Burano with multilingual commentary, a glassblowing demonstration, a lace-shop visit, and free time on each island. The tour lasts about 4.5 to 5.5 hours and costs $29. It is a brisk introduction, not a fully guided walking tour, so bring lunch and keep an eye on the return time.

“This tour was great going to the Islands, Torcello could of been left out, not much there really. I liked how you had your own free time to explore the Islands at your own leisure. AAA+++”

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Murano & Burano Islands Guided Small-Group Tour by Private Boat - Murano: a short look at serious glassmaking
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Murano & Burano Islands Guided Small-Group Tour by Private Boat

2.Murano & Burano Islands Guided Small-Group Tour by Private Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 7,580 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $36

Travel from central Venice to Murano and Burano by private water taxi with a guide such as Silvia, Serena, Frankie, or Elena. Watch glassblowing, see handmade lace, browse colorful canals, and return by boat. Groups are limited to 22, though demonstrations are brief and much of the island time is independent.

“Great guided tour. Sylvia was very informative and had a lot of stories to tell about the other islands surrounding Murano and Bruano. The glass making was very interesting to watch and seeing all the products in the shop that was made were all very beautifully crafted. Bruano was gorgeous with all the colourful houses and we got some very yummy Gelato from there. Highly recommend doing this tour!”

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From Sardinia: La Maddalena Archipelago Full-Day Boat Tour - Boarding at Palau or La Maddalena
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From Sardinia: La Maddalena Archipelago Full-Day Boat Tour

3.La Maddalena Archipelago Full-Day Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 4,980 reviews · 6 - 7 hours · from $59

Spend 6 to 7 hours aboard a comfortable boat with multilingual guide Claudia and the crew of Maggiorleggerotour. Swim near Budelli, relax on Santa Maria and Spargi, view Spiaggia Rosa from the water, then explore La Maddalena. Food and drinks are available onboard, or bring a packed lunch.

“we saw so many beautiful beaches, swam 3-4 times and still were able to spend a hour in Maddalena. Our guide was so gifted! 4 languages?!? We brought our own snacks but food and drink were available. Such a great easy way to see the incredible area of Palau and the surrounding archipelago!!”

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Stresa: 3 Borromean Islands Hop-On Hop-Off Boat Tour - Starting at Stresa Piazza Marconi
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Stresa: 3 Borromean Islands Hop-On Hop-Off Boat Tour

4.Stresa: 3 Borromean Islands Hop-On Hop-Off Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 4,122 reviews · 1 day · from $14Best value

Cruise from Stresa to Isola Madre, Isola dei Pescatori, and Isola Bella on a flexible one-day boat pass. You get free time on each island, multilingual crew, and recorded commentary, but palace and garden tickets, food, and a €0.50 cash landing fee per island cost extra.

“Nice trip to all 3 Borromean Islands, with hassle free experience. No long time waiting for boats and easy to find what to do and where to go.”

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Sardinia: La Maddalena Archipelago Full-Day Trip by Boat - Boarding in Palau or La Maddalena
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Sardinia: La Maddalena Archipelago Full-Day Trip by Boat

5.La Maddalena Archipelago Full-Day Trip by Boat

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

Spend 6 to 7 hours aboard Elena Tour Navigazioni, visiting Spargi, Budelli, Santa Maria, and La Maddalena. Swim at Cala Corsara, see Budelli’s Pink Beach from the water, explore La Maddalena’s old streets, and buy Sardinian food and drinks on board. Multilingual guides and smartphone audio commentary are available.

“Boat equipped with bathroom and bar. Lunch option served on board. Stops for diving at excellent beaches.”

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From Palau: La Maddalena Islands Full-Day Trip by Boat - Getting to the Sea Star in Palau
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From Palau: La Maddalena Islands Full-Day Trip by Boat

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

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

Spend seven hours aboard the Navetta Sea Star from Palau, stopping at Spargi and Santa Maria, viewing Budelli’s Spiaggia Rosa, and swimming near Caprera. Depending on the day, you’ll either visit Cala Coticcio, known as Tahiti, or explore La Maddalena town. A multilingual guide, onboard food, and restrooms make this a practical full-day outing.

“A beautiful day on the water! Gabriele and Fabio were awesome. Super experienced guides and great teachers. Perfect way to start or end the day, would recommend.”

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From Palau: La Maddalena Archipelago Day Tour by Boat - Boarding at Palau requires an early start
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From Palau: La Maddalena Archipelago Day Tour by Boat

7.From Palau: La Maddalena Archipelago Day Tour by Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 2,291 reviews · 7 hours · from $59

Spend seven hours aboard Petagus from Palau, visiting Spargi, Santa Maria, Budelli’s natural pools and La Maddalena town. An English- and Italian-speaking guide explains the route, while the onboard bar sells sandwiches, Sardinian snacks, drinks and coffee. Bring swim gear, arrive early for an outdoor seat, and carry cash for the landing tax.

“Professional, good service. Not a newest boat but fine. Guide is speaking few languages.”

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From Cannigione: La Maddalena Archipelago Boat Trip - Arriving at Cannigione before the 9:30 departure
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From Cannigione: La Maddalena Archipelago Boat Trip

8.From Cannigione: La Maddalena Archipelago Boat Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 1,960 reviews · 8 hours · from $65

Spend eight hours aboard the Virginia from Cannigione, swimming near Spargi and Budelli, photographing Pink Beach, and exploring La Maddalena town. Choose the standard deck, adult-only VIP loungers, private Prive space, or an optional zodiac ride. Guides including Emma, Gianluca, and Alfonso have earned praise for friendly help.

“Please give this people a megaphone when they are explaining the day, it is a pain to see them shouting their voices out and still not everyone gets it.”

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From Palau: La Maddalena Archipelago 4 Stops Boat Tour - Boarding the Lady Luna 3 in Palau
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From Palau: La Maddalena Archipelago 4 Stops Boat Tour

9.From Palau: La Maddalena Archipelago 4 Stops Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,736 reviews · 1 day · from $65

Sail from Palau aboard the Lady Luna 3, built in 2025, for a full day around Budelli, Santa Maria, Spargi, and La Maddalena. You’ll swim near Budelli, relax at Cala Santa Maria and Cala Granara, and walk La Maddalena town. A live guide, including Alex on some departures, explains the archipelago in English, Italian, French, and Spanish.

“Alex was a great guide! He speaks four languages, really cool. It was a fantastic day. Take this boat if you want to see the most beautiful spots of the island! Quick note on where to pick a seat on the boat: if you don’t want to get soaking wet, sit inside and not on the deck 😉”

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From Palau: La Maddalena Archipelago Boat Tour with Pasta - Two hours at Santa Maria Beach
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From Palau: La Maddalena Archipelago Boat Tour with Pasta

10.From Palau: La Maddalena Archipelago Boat Tour with Pasta

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 1,510 reviews · 7 hours · from $59

Spend seven hours aboard the red Jasmine 3, cruising from Palau to Santa Maria, Budelli, Spargi, and La Maddalena. You get long swimming stops, a seafood pasta lunch, live commentary in Italian and English, and time to stroll La Maddalena town. Bring cash for the €5 city tax and a jacket for windy weather.

“Very good way to go to the islands and we have free time in each stop. I recommend!”

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Palau: La Maddalena Archipelago Boat Tour with 4 Stops - Spargi and Cala Corsara: the first real taste of the archipelago
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Palau: La Maddalena Archipelago Boat Tour with 4 Stops

11.Palau: La Maddalena Archipelago Boat Tour with 4 Stops

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,470 reviews · 1 day · from $66

Spend seven hours aboard the spacious Corsara from Palau, visiting Spargi, Budelli, Santa Maria, and La Maddalena. You get three water stops, views of Pink Beach, multilingual commentary, shaded seating, upper decks, toilets, and an optional onboard lunch. Bring cash for the €5 landing fee, food, drinks, and any town purchases.

“Great trip. Very well organised. Loads of space on the boat. Very clean. Also offers warm lunch at an extra cost. Would recommend!”

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1-Catamaran tour to the Maddalena Archipelago from Cannigione - Leaving Arzachena for the Maddalena islands
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1-Catamaran tour to the Maddalena Archipelago from Cannigione

12.1-Catamaran tour to the Maddalena Archipelago from Cannigione

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,248 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $119Top rated

Join a maximum of 12 people aboard a catamaran from Arzachena near Cannigione for an eight-hour tour of Caprera, Spargi, Budelli, Razzoli, and Santa Maria. Expect clear-water swim stops, snorkeling gear, Sardinian food, Vermentino, beer, and a crew that may include Luca, Barbara, Francesco, or Alessio.

“Great day out exploring the Maddalena Archipelago. The crew looked after us really well with some lovely food and drink.”

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From Palau: La Maddalena Archipelago Catamaran Tour w/ Lunch - How the captain chooses the three island stops
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From Palau: La Maddalena Archipelago Catamaran Tour w/ Lunch

13.From Palau: La Maddalena Archipelago Catamaran Tour w/ Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,162 reviews · from $184

Join a small group of up to 12 from Palau for seven hours among La Maddalena’s islands. Your captain chooses three swim stops based on wind and sea traffic, while the crew serves Sardinian aperitivo, sausage-sauce gnocchi, fruit, wine, prosecco, and mirto. Crew members Francesca and Jonathan have been especially noted for warm hosting and local insight.

“The whole experience was exquisite. I was astonished by everything 🤩 It was amazing! Delicious food (prepared by crew 💛) & drinks (vine and prosecco, totally limitless! 🥂). The crew was the best! Francesca was the greatest guide we’ve ever had! 🫶🏻 She has so great knowledge, and she loves to share it with you. She’s so kind, helpful & beautiful person ✨ She’s also so wonderfully funny, that you can’t be bored there. She will liven up any party 💃🏼 Thank you for your hard work! Also the captain Jonathan was really great! He was transfering us by pontoon to the beaches from katamaran. So even if you’re not…”

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Sailboat tour from PALAU to the Maddalena Archipelago. - Seeing Pink Beach without stepping ashore
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Sailboat tour from PALAU to the Maddalena Archipelago.

14.Sailboat tour from PALAU to the Maddalena Archipelago.

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 952 reviews · 7 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $107

Set out from Palau at 9:30 a.m. for a full day aboard a small sailing boat with up to 12 people. Your crew, which may include Giuseppe, Simone, Claudia, Max, or other Sardinia Sailing Tour skippers, serves Sardinian snacks, pasta, wine, and drinks while you swim near Spargi, view the protected Pink Beach, and explore La Maddalena National Park.

“very nice crew, Max the skipper speaks a perfect french very kind trip, beautiful beaches, good food and drinks +++++”

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From Palau: La Maddalena Full-Day Archipelago Catamaran Tour - Leaving Palau and passing Punta Sardinia
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From Palau: La Maddalena Full-Day Archipelago Catamaran Tour

15.From Palau: La Maddalena Full-Day Archipelago Catamaran Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 921 reviews · from $113

Set out from Palau with up to 12 people on a catamaran led by an English- or Italian-speaking crew. Swim at Spargi and other islands chosen for the day’s wind and tides, enjoy Sardinian snacks, wine, and either pasta lunch or aperitivo, then return around 4 PM.

“This excursion was absolutely amazing! We visited the Archipelago of La Maddalena and were able to swim in the crystal-clear waters! Breathtaking! A dream! The staff on board, Franco and Fabio, were extremely kind and sympathetic. Very professional and friendly! And let's not forget the pasta al pomodoro! Delicious!”

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