Festa di Sant'Anna ad Ischia: Tour in Barca con Spettacolo Pirotecnico
Two days of island magic, ancient castle fireworks, and the glow of one of Italy's most celebrated summer festivals.
The Festa di Sant'Anna Ischia boat tour places you at the heart of a centuries-old Ischian tradition, watching the Castello Aragonese illuminate the night sky from the water. This two-day escape combines comfortable hotel accommodation, a private boat experience, and the raw spectacle of one of southern Italy's most dramatic pyrotechnic displays.
Each year on the night of July 26th, the bay surrounding Ischia's iconic Aragonese Castle becomes a theatre of fire and reflection. Viewing the fireworks from a boat on the water is widely considered the finest vantage point, offering an unobstructed panorama that shore-side crowds simply cannot match.
Beyond the festival night, the itinerary allows time to experience the island itself. Ischia is known for its thermal springs, volcanic landscape, and relaxed coastal villages, and the free morning on the second day gives travellers the chance to explore at their own pace before returning to Naples.
The journey begins and ends at the port of Naples, with ferry crossings included. Accommodation is arranged in a standard double room at a three-star hotel, providing a comfortable and convenient base for the overnight stay.
Tour Highlights
Front-row boat viewing of the Sant'Anna fireworks at the Castello Aragonese, one of Italy's most spectacular pyrotechnic events.
Private boat departure from Forio, positioning guests directly on the water for an unobstructed view of the castle and light show.
Overnight stay in a three-star hotel on the island, with check-in on the afternoon of July 26th.
Free time on the morning of July 27th to explore Ischia's thermal spas, beaches, and historic village centres.
Ferry transfers between Naples and Ischia are included in both directions, departing from Calata Porta di Massa.
The Sant'Anna festival includes a symbolic procession of decorated boats alongside the fireworks, creating a vivid cultural spectacle.
Itinerary
Guests board the ferry at Calata Porta di Massa in Naples, heading to the island of Ischia. Upon arrival, a transfer takes the group to the hotel for check-in and time to settle in.
Check-in to a standard double room at a three-star hotel. The remainder of the afternoon is free to rest or begin exploring the surroundings independently.
The group departs by boat from Forio to position on the water near the Castello Aragonese. From here, guests watch the Sant'Anna fireworks display and the ceremonial fire illuminating the castle walls.
After check-out, guests have free time to explore Ischia independently. Options include visiting thermal baths, the old port of Ischia Ponte, or the beaches near Casamicciola.
A transfer to the port is arranged in time for the afternoon ferry back to Naples, arriving at Calata Porta di Massa to conclude the tour.
What's Included and Excluded
Included
- Round-trip ferry transfer between Naples and Ischia
- One night in a three-star hotel, standard double room
- Boat experience from Forio to view the Sant'Anna fireworks
- Transfer from the port to the hotel on arrival
- Transfer from the hotel to the port on departure
Not Included
- Meals and beverages
- Personal travel insurance
- Activities during free time on day two
- Gratuities for guides or boat crew
- Any items of a personal nature
Important Information
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