A yacht cruising along Italy’s coastline during a private charter

Italy Yacht Charter

Italy Yacht Charter Across Western Mediterranean

Explore Italy with a private crewed yacht charter. Compare available yachts, plan tailored itineraries, discover standout ports, and request curated charter options. Browse our itinerary ideas.

Best For

Crewed routes and varied yachts

Main Ports

Naples, Sardinia, Sicily, Capo D'Orlando, Palermo

Best Months

May to October

Popular Routes

Amalfi Coast and Bay of Naples round trip, Aeolian Islands round trip

Yacht Types

Catamaran, Gulet, Motor Sailer, Motor Yacht

Typical Duration

7 days

Why Charter a Yacht in Italy?

An Italy yacht charter brings Catamaran, Gulet, Motor Sailer and Motor Yacht options together with routes from Naples, Palermo and other charter bases. Choose a seven-day round trip that follows the stops you value, with a professional crew and onboard equipment forming part of the charter.

Named round trips provide a clear starting point for planning, covering Amalfi Coast and Bay of Naples, the Aeolian Islands, North Sardinia and La Maddalena, and Palermo and Egadi Islands. The charter season spans May through October, while costs differ by yacht type and charter requirements.

Catamaran and Gulet choices
Motor Sailer and Motor Yacht
Seven-day round-trip routes
May through October season
Professional crew included

Best Places for Yacht Charter in Italy

Every Italy port offers a different cruising character, from practical embarkation points to scenic gateways for tailored itineraries.

Naples

Naples is Italy’s Campania capital, with Mergellina and Porticciolo di Posillipo marinas. Departures open access to the Tyrrhenian Sea, Amalfi Coast, Capri and Ischia, while the city offers art, history and pizza.

Best for: Tyrrhenian Sea routes and city exploration.

Explore Naples

Sardinia

Sardinia combines the Emerald Coast’s turquoise waters, rugged coastline and hidden coves. It suits guests seeking adventure and relaxation in equal measure, with natural beauty central to time on the water during a charter.

Best for: Adventure and relaxation on the water.

Explore Sardinia

Sicily

Sicily is the largest Mediterranean island, combining history, culture and varied landscapes. Portorosa, Palermo and Catania provide access to Mt. Etna, Agrigento, Cefalu and the Aeolian Islands, alongside bays and fishing villages.

Best for: History, culture and island cruising.

Explore Sicily

Capo D'Orlando

Charters depart from Capo D'Orlando, which also begins and ends the Aeolian Islands round trip. This base suits guests planning that named route and arranging a private yacht charter around its itinerary.

Best for: Aeolian Islands round-trip charter departures.

Explore Capo D'Orlando

Palermo

Palermo is Sicily’s capital and its La Cala marina sits within a natural harbour. Departures set a course around Sicily and the Aeolian Islands, while markets, palaces, cathedrals and Sicilian cuisine shape time in the city.

Best for: Sicily routes and city discovery.

Explore Palermo

Porto Cervo

Porto Cervo is an upscale resort town on Sardinia’s Costa Smeralda. Guests cruise crystal-clear waters and find dining, shopping and scenery, combining a luxury setting with time on the water there.

Best for: Costa Smeralda dining and shopping.

Explore Porto Cervo
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Popular Italy Yacht Charter Itineraries

Discover classic coastal routes, family-friendly island hopping, and tailored itineraries shaped around your dates and preferred cruising style.

Amalfi Coast and Bay of Naples round trip

7 days

This round trip starts and finishes in Naples, visiting Procida, Ischia, Capri, Nerano, Positano, Amalfi and Sorrento. It gives a structured sequence for a seven-day charter.

Best for: Seven-day coastal route planning from Naples

Aeolian Islands round trip

7 days

Begin and finish in Capo D'Orlando, with stops at Vulcano, Lipari, Salina, Filicudi, Panarea and Stromboli. The round trip sets out a complete seven-day route.

Best for: Aeolian Islands round-trip charter planning

North Sardinia and La Maddalena round trip

7 days

Starting and ending in Olbia, this route includes Tavolara, Cala Brandinchi, Costa Smeralda, Porto Cervo, Caprera, Spargi, Budelli, Razzoli, Santa Maria and Cala Coticcio for a seven-day round trip.

Best for: North Sardinia island route planning

Palermo and Egadi Islands round trip

7 days

From Palermo, the route calls at San Vito Lo Capo, Favignana, Marettimo and Levanzo before returning via San Vito Lo Capo. It is designed as a seven-day round trip.

Best for: Egadi Islands round-trip charter planning

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Best Time to Charter in Italy

Italy’s charter season covers May, June, July, August, September and October. Use these months as the planning window for a crewed charter, then align your preferred yacht type, route and departure base with the period that best fits your plans. Discuss availability and charter requirements before confirming arrangements.

MonthConditions
MayCharter season month for planning
JuneCharter season month for routes
JulyCharter season month for yachts
AugustCharter season month for departures
SeptemberCharter season month for itineraries
OctoberCharter season month for bookings

Italy Yacht Charter Costs

Charter cost depends on yacht type, the selected per-week range and costs outside the base charter. Budget separately for APA, food and beverages, fuel, berthing and harbour dues, taxes, transport, communications, personal laundry, special equipment and crew gratuity.

Yacht TypeIndicative Price
Catamaran€3,870 to €290,000 per week
Gulet€8,110 to €38,000 per week
Motor Sailer€5,250 to €255,150 per week
Motor Yacht€8,050 to €1,500,000 per week

Prices are indicative and vary with yacht, itinerary, timing and charter requirements.

Best Italy Yachts by Travel Style

Route Planning

Named round trips support focused planning across their included stops.

Professional Crew

Professional crew forms part of the charter arrangement on board.

Yacht Choice

Choose among Catamaran, Gulet, Motor Sailer and Motor Yacht options.

Island Routes

Aeolian Islands and Egadi Islands routes offer distinct round-trip frameworks.

Onboard Equipment

Yacht and onboard equipment are included within the charter arrangement.

What's Included in a Italy Yacht Charter?

Included

  • Yacht and onboard equipment
  • Professional crew
  • Crew wages and provisions
  • Yacht and crew insurance
  • Ship's-linen laundry
  • Basic operating consumables

Usually Extra

  • Advance Provisioning Allowance (APA)
  • Guest food and beverages
  • Yacht, generator and tender fuel
  • Berthing and harbour dues
  • Shore water and electricity
  • Local taxes
  • Shore-side transport
  • Guest communications and internet
  • Guest personal laundry
  • Special-request equipment
  • Italian charter VAT
  • Discretionary crew gratuity

Italy Yacht Charter FAQs

Everything you need to know before booking a private yacht in Italy, from costs and ports to seasons, group sizes, and itinerary planning.

What does an Italy charter cost per week?
Indicative weekly prices range by yacht type, from €3,870 for a Catamaran to €1,500,000 for a Motor Yacht. Gulet and Motor Sailer ranges sit separately between their stated weekly limits. APA and other extras can add to the overall charter cost.
When is the best time to charter in Italy?
The charter season runs from May through October. May, June, July, August, September and October are the months to consider when matching a yacht, route and departure base to your plans. Timing can also affect the final charter price.
Which Italy routes can I plan?
You can plan round trips for Amalfi Coast and Bay of Naples, the Aeolian Islands, North Sardinia and La Maddalena, or Palermo and Egadi Islands. Each route names its stops, helping shape a private itinerary around a chosen departure and return point.
How long is a typical Italy charter?
The named round trips each last 7 days. Amalfi Coast and Bay of Naples, the Aeolian Islands, North Sardinia and La Maddalena, and Palermo and Egadi Islands all follow that duration. Your chosen route provides the framework for planning.
What is included in an Italy charter?
The charter includes the yacht and onboard equipment, a professional crew, crew wages and provisions, insurance, ship's-linen laundry and basic operating consumables. APA, food and beverages, fuel, berthing and harbour dues, taxes and other personal or shore-side costs are extra.

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