Castiglione della Pescaia
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The motorboat La Fenice offers two boarding options:
? Castiglione della Pescaia – Departure at 8:30 AM
? Talamone – Departure at 9:50 AM (after a short briefing at 9:30 AM with useful tips and return time recommendations)
? On Tuesdays, La Fenice sails directly from Castiglione to Giglio Island, with no stop in Talamone
1️⃣ Departure from Talamone → Giglio Island (approx. 1-hour crossing)
2️⃣ Stop at Giglio Island (choose between 3 or 6 hours of free time)
3️⃣ Those who opted for the extra stop at Giannutri depart at 1:50 PM ⏳
4️⃣ Stop in Giannutri for 1 hour and 30 minutes
5️⃣ Return to Giglio at 4:00 PM ⛵
6️⃣ Departure from Giglio heading back to Castiglione/Talamone at 5:00 PM
⚠️ IMPORTANT: Timings may vary depending on weather conditions. Always follow the crew’s instructions on board!
What to do in Giglio?
? Giglio Castello – A charming medieval village located at the highest point of the island.
? Note: To take the bus up to the castle, all dogs (even tiny ones) must wear a muzzle.
? You can also book a guided tour with our onboard guides, who will arrange a taxi bus for you.
? Cannelle Beach – The island’s most famous beach!
? On foot: 1.4 km scenic walk (20 min)
? By taxi: Shared taxi (4 people) – €8 one way
✅ Amenities: Bar, beach club, free area. Ideal for families with shallow sandy waters.
? Caldane Beach – Quiet and exclusive
? Taxi boat available at “L’Ancora” shop (left side of the port). Ride takes ~10 minutes.
? On foot: ~40 minutes (beautiful but challenging trail)
⚓ Giglio Port
Stroll among local shops, grab a gelato or enjoy an aperitif! ??
Just 150m from the port: Caletta del Saraceno, a small beach with rich marine life and the submerged ruins of a Roman villa.
Nearby: Torre del Saraceno, a medieval tower overlooking the sea.
? Services at the Port
– Shared taxis to Cannelle Beach, Giglio Castello, and Giglio Campese
– Boat, scooter & e-bike rental
– Taxi boat to Caldane Beach by “L’Ancora”
What to do in Giannutri?
? Hiking with breathtaking views
? Swimming in crystal-clear waters (rocky access, no sand – water shoes recommended!)
? Cala Spalmatoio & Cala Maestra – The only two freely accessible areas
– Distance between them: 600m (easy walk)
☕ Giannutri square – Small center with bar and services
✅ Pets are welcome on board – €10 per animal
❌ You don’t need to declare them at booking
? Muzzle required on buses in Giglio, even for very small dogs