Food tasting and sightseeing of Ischia island from Naples

Meet a guide at the Naples port at 8am, then board the high-speed hydrofoil for the trip across the Gulf of Naples. The trip to the island is roughly 18 miles (30 km.) from Naples, and takes approximately one hour, with gorgeous views across the gulf throughout the journey.

Upon arrival on Ischia, a private car will meet you for the trip to the first stop of the day, a colorful garden where you’ll pause for a coffee and sfugliatella, a flaky pastry that’s a local specialty.

From there, continue to Ischia Ponte to see the village of Celsa and the Aragonese Castle of Ischia, which dominates a rocky islet off the island’s coast. Visit a small vegetable and fruit stand to taste the island’s seasonal produce, then stop into the oldest bakery on Ischia to sample warm bread with mortadella, traditional Italian sausage.

Visit the picture-perfect beach of Cartaromana, then head to Fontana, Ischia’s smallest and highest town, where you’ll dine on a specialty pasta dish and wine in a local restaurant. After lunch, take in the steaming volcanic fumarole, then wrap up the tour on a sweet note with a dessert, a glass of sweet vin santo wine and ice cream in Sant’Angelo, a pretty fishing village with a small harbor.

This tour concludes with return transfer to Naples by hydrofoil.

• Meet a guide at the Naples port at 8am, then board the high-speed hydrofoil for the trip across the Gulf of Naples. The trip to the island is roughly 18 miles (30 km.) from Naples, and takes approximately one hour, with gorgeous views across the gulf throughout the journey. Upon arrival on Ischia, a private car will meet you for the trip to the first stop of the day, a colorful garden where you’ll pause for a coffee and sfugliatella, a flaky pastry that’s a local specialty. From there, continue to Ischia Ponte to see the village of Celsa and the Aragonese Castle of Ischia, which dominates a rocky islet off the island’s coast. Visit a small vegetable and fruit stand to taste the island’s seasonal produce, then stop into the oldest bakery on Ischia to sample warm bread with mortadella, traditional Italian sausage. Visit the picture-perfect beach of Cartaromana, then head to Fontana, Ischia’s smallest and highest town, where you’ll dine on a specialty pasta dish and wine in a local restaurant. After lunch, take in the steaming volcanic fumarole, then wrap up the tour on a sweet note with a dessert, a glass of sweet vin santo wine and ice cream in Sant’Angelo, a pretty fishing village with a small harbor. This tour concludes with return transfer to Naples by hydrofoil.

Embark on this full-day excursion of the largest island of the gulf of Naples, born by volcanic activity is a wellness destination for its natural hot springs. While touring Ischia Island with your private guide, you will discover not only the touristy part of the island, but also the local aspect, tasting special food and much more.

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Wheelchair accessible
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Wheelchair accessible, please advise at time of booking
Please Note: hotel pick-up is not included for this activity, however hotel details will be requested at the time of booking
A maximum of 8 people per booking
Infants (0-5 years) are free with an accompanied adult
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Infant seats available
Most travelers can participate
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate