Boat Tour: Costa Viola & Costa degli Dei from Villa San Giovanni
Adults
Children
Newborns
All day
✨ A Unique Adventure Between Scilla & Tropea!
📅 Daily Departures
📍 Boarding from: Villa San Giovanni or Scilla
🍹 Included: Sunset aperitivo with local wines & Calabrian specialties
🌟 Tour Highlights
An extraordinary journey along Calabria’s two legendary coasts:
- Costa Viola’s dramatic violet-hued cliffs
- Costa degli Dei’s divine beaches & mythological caves
- Exclusive access to hidden spots only reachable by sea
- Intimate experience: Max 8 guests (private tours available for 6+ people)
🌊 Itinerary
1️⃣ Scilla – Sirens’ Beach & Ruffo Castle
• Swim in crystal-clear waters beneath the iconic medieval castle
• Discover why Homer immortalized this coast in The Odyssey
2️⃣ Bagnara Calabra
• Dive into deep blue waters where the Tyrrhenian Sea shows its most intense colors
3️⃣ Cala Janculla & Sirens’ Cave
• Admire towering sea cliffs and the signature sea stack
• Swim in the legendary cave where myth says sirens lured sailors
4️⃣ Ulivo Rock – Palmi
• Photo stop at the unique rock formation crowned by a wild olive tree
5️⃣ Costa degli Dei – Capo Vaticano
• 45-min cruise to Calabria’s most spectacular coastline
• Swim above white sand seabeds in translucent waters
6️⃣ Iconic Costa degli Dei Stops
Explore:
• Grotticella Bay • Singer’s Cave • Ziti Beach • Praja di Fuoco
• Skeleton Cave • Isola Bella (weather permitting)
🌅 Sunset Return Cruise
With views of:
→ Aeolian Islands (right) → Sicily (ahead) → Calabrian Coast (left)
🍇 Final Aperitivo
Toast to the journey with local wines and gourmet Calabrian products
📞 Book Now for a mythical experience blending nature, legend, and authentic flavors!
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✅ Storytelling Approach: Weaves Homeric myths with practical info
✅ Sensory Language: “Violet-hued cliffs,” “translucent waters,” “gourmet Calabrian products”
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✅ Cultural Nuance: Keeps Italian names for landmarks while explaining their significance
Social Media Shortcut:
“🌅✨ Where Homer’s Odyssey comes alive!
🚤 Luxury boat tour along:
💜 Costa Viola’s mythic caves
🏝️ Costa degli Dei’s divine beaches
🍷 Sunset aperitivo with local wine
Max 8 guests – Book your intimate coastal adventure! #CalabriaByBoat
✅ Tour Details
Duration: Full day (approx. 10 hours)
Type: Daily group tour
Capacity: 6-8 guests (intimate experience)
Languages: Italian, English, Ukrainian, Russian
💰 Inclusions
✔ Sunset aperitivo with local products
✔ Swimming stops in crystal-clear waters
✔ Bilingual guide (mythology & coastal insights)
✔ Fuel costs
❌ Exclusions
✘ Snorkeling gear (fins/mask – bring your own)
✘ Onboard bathroom facilities
✘ Additional beverages beyond aperitivo
✘ Personal expenses
🌊 Itinerary
📍 9:00 AM – Meeting at Villa San Giovanni Port
We’ll welcome you aboard and ensure your comfort before departure. Pro tip: Charge your cameras – you’ll need them!
📍 Coastal Wonders: Costa Viola → Costa degli Dei
• First swim stop: Scilla’s Sirens’ Beach (of Homer’s Odyssey fame)
• Scenic cruise: Along the violet-hued Costa Viola cliffs
• Iconic destinations: Bagnara Calabra, Palmi, and Tropea – all in one tour!
📍 7:00 PM – Sunset Aperitivo & Return
We’ll toast to your adventure with fresh local delicacies and wines, returning you to port with memories of Calabria’s most legendary coasts.
📌 Key Notes for Travelers
• Bring: Swimwear, sunscreen, snorkel gear (optional), towel
• Wear: Comfortable non-slip shoes for boarding
• Private tours: Available for groups of 6+ (custom stops possible)
📞 Book Now – Limited to 8 guests daily for an exclusive experience!
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Social Media Shortcut:
“🌅 10 hrs of coastal magic!
🚤 Swim at Sirens’ Beach
💎 Cruise Costa Viola → Tropea
🍷 Sunset aperitivo included
Max 8 guests – Book your spot! #NoCrowdsJustCalabria
✅ All boat tours are subject to weather/marine conditions and must be confirmed 1-2 days before departure. In case of cancellations due to bad weather, you will be notified and the tour will be moved to the first available date or the deposit will be refunded.
✅ Boat tours may undergo schedule and itinerary changes due to: adverse marine weather conditions, docking ordinances of municipalities, orders from maritime and port authorities, force majeure events.
✅ The agency has the right to cancel the trip at any time pursuant to Law No. 1084 of December 27, 1977 without any obligation other than the refund of the paid amount.
✅ If the customer cancels the tour for any reason beyond 48 hours prior to the tour departure, no refund will be provided.
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