15 Italy Dinner Cruises Worth Booking

1.Salerno: Amalfi Coast Cruise with Lunch, Aperitif & Swimming

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 879 reviews · 6 - 6.5 hours · from $88Our pick

Set out from Porto Manfredi in Salerno at 10:15 am for a six-hour Amalfi Coast cruise. Your bilingual captain and crew serve a Fresella aperitif, appetizer, pasta lunch, and water while you swim from the boat near Erchie, Positano, and the Marmorata Waterfall. Town visits are not included.

“I really enjoyed this tour, multiple swim stops and they had options for vegetarians for the food.”

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2.From Trapani: Favignana and Levanzo Mini Cruise with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 814 reviews · 8 hours · from $47Best value

Spend eight hours at sea with an English or Italian guide, visiting Favignana and Levanzo from Trapani. You get free time in both ports, a coastal cruise past Cala Rossa, Bue Marino, Cala Azzurra, and Faraglione, plus a swim stop and pasta with Trapanese pesto.

“Really great! Friendly guides, lovely lunch provided, perfectly planned out :)”

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3.Peschiera: Half-Day Lake Garda Cruise with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 652 reviews · 4 hours · from $74

Set out from Peschiera for a four-hour cruise of southern Lake Garda with an Italian, English, or German-speaking guide such as Francesca, Elena, or Valentina. You will see Sirmione, Isola del Garda, Punta San Vigilio, and more from the water, then swim from the boat and eat pasta with a drink.

“had a great time. lunch was great. the lake was amazing. valentina our guide was fantastic. catering for the multiple nationalities was amazing but took time and people got distracted. the swim was great as well. what an experience to swim in the middle of the lake! I was expecting it to be really cold but it was refreshing and enjoyable. not to mention the experience of enjoying the view from the lake”

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4.From Palau: La Maddalena Cruise with Lunch & Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 186 reviews

Spend seven hours aboard the red Jasmine 1 with a small group, cruising from Palau to Spargi, Budelli, and Santa Maria. Captain Vincenzo and crew serve cheese, salami, tomato pasta, wine, beer, coffee, and mirto, with beach time, snorkeling gear, shade, and a tender for shore access.

“We highly recommend the trip. The water is truly beautiful! It was one of our best trips in Sardinie. Note: be on time! We were 5 min late due to traffic and parking and that was already a problem and they almost left without us. There is plenty of food: cheese/sausage/olive platter & tomato pasta. The first beach was the best: the second stop was not a beach but a point in sea they called a natural swimming pool in between 3 points (the water is shallow and you can climb on top of a small island, the 3th stop is indeed really crowded because of the big boats who…”

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5.Palau: La Maddalena Archipelago Cruise with Lunch and Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 151 reviews · from $90

Set out from Palau aboard the red Jasmine 2 for seven hours among Spargi, Budelli, Santa Maria, and La Maddalena. Swim at quiet coves, see Spiaggia Rosa, enjoy Sardinian antipasto and pasta, and listen to live commentary in English or Italian.

“Its was amazing! Each of the crew was really nice! Thanks Captain Claudio, thanks John and Victor! You were amazing! I couldn’t recommend this crew enough! I had an incredible and unforgettable experience! Thanks again!”

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6.From San Paolo: Tavolara and Molara Island Cruise with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 131 reviews · from $147

Spend seven hours with Michele or Carlo aboard a well-kept vintage boat, visiting Tavolara, Molara, Cala Girgolu, and quiet swimming spots. Snorkel with provided gear, enjoy Sardinian food and chilled drinks, and hear local stories in a small group of up to 12 people.

“Incredible day on the water. We got to see so much and the food was great! Wood highly recommend.”

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7.Favignana and Levanzo Boat Cruise with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 93 reviews · 6.5 - 8 hours · from $77

Join the In Barca con Salvo crew from Favignana for a full day at sea around Favignana and Levanzo. Swim in the Cave of Lovers, snorkel near Cala Rossa and Cala Azzurra, visit Levanzo village, and eat pasta, bruschetta, and local wine onboard.

“Yesterday we had an absolutely unforgettable boat trip! From the very beginning we were welcomed by the kindest locals — none of them spoke English, but that was never a problem. Their warmth, generosity and helpfulness spoke louder than words, and made the whole experience feel so genuine. They took us to hidden spots that only locals know about, secret little gems with crystal-clear water and breathtaking scenery. It truly felt like being let in on the island’s best-kept secrets. And the food… oh, the food! Simple, delicious, and prepared with so much care — it was just perfect. It was a day of pure joy and authenticity, far beyond…”

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8.1-Day Cruise with Lunch and Snorkeling to Favignana from Marsala

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 71 reviews · 30 minutes (approx.) · from $90Top rated

Join Jonny and his small crew from Marsala at 9:00 am for a full day toward Favignana and Levanzo. Expect croissants, Sicilian snacks, a generous lunch, four swim or snorkel stops, free equipment, and about an hour to explore Favignana town.

“Incredible day! Huge thank you to Jonny and the crew. Amazing food, great hosts and wonderful swimming spots!”

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9.Porto San Paolo: Tavolara Island Sailboat Cruise with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 33 reviews · from $120

Spend 7.5 hours sailing from Porto San Paolo around Tavolara and Molara with skipper Dani or Luigi. Swim at two or three weather-chosen stops, enjoy fresh local fish, wine, Sardinian sweets, and time to relax aboard a Bavaria 46.

“Our day cruising to Tavolara island was spectacular. Our guides Dani & Luigi were very accommodating and easy to get on with. They had a lot of knowledge of the coast and had many stories to relate. I would recommend this cruise very highly. It was amazing. Thank you so much Tammy & Tony”

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10.Lagoon Lunch Cruise on Catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 32 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $71

Spend 1.5 hours on Venice’s lagoon aboard a spacious catamaran with red sails. Sit at a table or stretch out on cushions while soft music plays. Your light lunch includes Caprese salad, vegetarian couscous, dessert, and one alcoholic or non-alcoholic drink.

“Repas comme boissons insuffisants. En guise de repas un tout petit bol de taboulé avec une demi glace en dessert.”

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11.Sunset Cruise & Dinner Stop, Depart from any Amalfi Coast town!

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 20 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

Set out from Positano or another selected Amalfi Coast town with a private skipper, passing Praiano, Furore, Conca dei Marini, Amalfi, Minori, and Maiori. You choose the pace, stop for photos, and order dinner at a coastal restaurant. Antonio is one guide named in the feedback.

“Gorgeous coastline with a friendly guide. Ride was smooth. He pointed out areas of interest and was accommodating. We asked for dinner referral and it was spit on”

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12.2-Hour Sorrento Coast Sunset Cruise with Dinner Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $119

Join SalBoat for a two-hour evening cruise from Sorrento, with Captain Sal and Lorenzo guiding you past Puolo Bay, Bagni della Regina Giovanna, Punta Lagno’s waterfall, and Capri views. Swim, snorkel, watch the sunset, and enjoy a vegetarian dinner, prosecco, and homemade limoncello.

“Our host, Sal, was awesome - the trip, the setting, the history and his story telling was amazing - food was so good, ambience for us all - he provided a wonderful evening - sunset was a beauty”

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13.Full day cruise with lunch and aperitif at sunset

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10 reviews · 8 hours (approx.)

Spend about eight hours on a private boat from Syracuse, exploring sea caves, the Plemmirio reserve, Pillirina Gulf, Ortigia, and Maniace Castle. Expect swimming stops, onboard lunch with fish dishes, and a sunset aperitif. The group price covers up to 10 people, making it best for families or friends.

“Experience to be redone. The guys were courteous, clear, and super nice. It is worth it, the boat ride with Laura was a wonderful experience.Auto-translated”

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14.Sushi dinner on board at sunset at the Queen Cave

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $82

Set out from Marina Arenella with Alberto, Bianca, or Gaspare for a sunset boat trip toward Mondello. Swim and snorkel for about an hour, then enjoy 18 pieces of Sicilian sushi per person with Sicilian wine as the sky changes color. Groups are limited to seven people.

“It was pretty relaxing and magical. Our guide was great, he was always checking on us and making sure everyone was having fun. The food was delicious, and the temperature of the sea was perfect. I would recommend 100%.”

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15.Cruise and Dinner on Lake Como from Varenna

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 8 reviews · from $721

Meet at Varenna’s taxi-boat dock for a one-hour sunset cruise led by a local captain such as Luca, then walk to the Grand Victoria for a four-course dinner, wine, and seasonal Italian dishes. Plan your return transport carefully, since the meal ends in Varenna.

“The cruise was nice and our guide was informative. I would have liked it to be a bit longer but would not have missed it. The dinner was delicious and beautifully served in the Grand Victoria. We were surprised to find the dinner was optional aRead more”

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