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Caronte & Tourist is an Italian ferry company founded in 2003 and based in Messina. With over 5,000,000 passengers every year, Caronte & Tourist operates ferry connections to/from Sicily . The main goal of the company is to attend to the maritime needs of Italy, all while providing high-quality and accessible services .

Caronte & Tourist ferry routes

Caronte & Tourist mainly operates ferry connections from/to the  Strait of Messina and Campania in southwestern Italy.

Specifically, the ferry routes operated by Caronte & Tourist are the following: 

• Villa San Giovanni - Messina
• Salerno - Messina 

The ferry routes from/to Messina are active all year round with daily crossings . 

Caronte & Tourist fleet & ships

Caronte & Tourist has a fleet consisting of different types of 9 vessels for both passengers and vehicles. Some of the Caronte & Tourist ferries are Elio, Archimede and Giano on which you can embark with your vehicle. As for the fery connections between Salerno and Messina, the 2 Cartour ships are also equipped with cabins .

Caronte & Tourist discounts & offers

The Caronte & Tourist company offers special discounts for specific passenger categories , including:

• Permanent residents

Note : keep in mind that on Caronte & Tourist ferries children up to 4 years old travel for free .

So, find all available offers and discounts, plan your trip online on Ferryhopper, and book cheap ferry tickets with Caronte & Tourist.

Caronte & Tourist special amenities & facilities

On all Caronte & Tourist vessels, you will find quality services  for a comfortable ferry trip. Some ferries offer large lounge areas, boutiques, bars, cafés, and children's play areas. 

Most Caronte & Tourist ferries have specialized equipment for people with disabilities . Also, we suggest you get in touch with the company at least 48 hours before your ferry trip. The crew of Caronte & Tourist will assist you from the moment of boarding until the arrival at your destination.

As for pets , they are welcome on all Caronte & Tourist ferries. However, keep in mind that dogs should be on a leash and wear a muzzle during the ferry trip, while other small animals should be traveling in their carriers.

Also, Caronte & Tourist participates actively in campaigns for sea protection , and the eco-friendly ferry of Elio is the first LNG-powered ferry (using low-emission liquefied natural gas as a fuel) in the Mediterranean.

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Ferries to favignana (egadi islands).

Do you want to visit the Egadi Islands ? Book now your trip on board a ferry to Favignana with Siremar . Our sailing company will take you on an exploration of this wonderful island all year round, with connections to and from Trapani , Levanzo and Marettimo .

Travelling on our ships is always a pleasant and relaxing experience. Choose the onboard arrangement you prefer and enjoy sailing, whilst being pampered by our onboard services. If you do not want to renounce the convenience of departing with your own vehicle or motorbike, you can even embark with your own transport .

Dive into the crystal-clear waters

Thanks to its numerous beaches and coves, Favignana Is an ideal destination for lovers of the sea.

Cala Rossa is lapped by a turquoise sea in which reflects the white tuff cliff faces. The waters of Cala Azzurra reflect the clear skies.  Lido Burrone , with its white sands.  Punta Sottile is the ideal place to admire the outline of Egadi at sunset. The Grottes du Bue Marino are packed with fish. La Plaia is close to the inhabited centre and the elegant Stabilimento Florio , once home to the family who brought prosperity to the Egadi Islands by fishing for tuna.

The inland areas of the island also offers fascinating excursions, such as on an exploration of the Monte Santa Caterina and of the historic Spanish fortress. Not to be missed is the Grotte di San Nicola (providing important testimony to the presence of prehistoric man) and the women's baths , a collection of hot water tubs fed by underwater channels dating back to ancient Roman times.

On 14th and 15th August, both in Favignana and in Marettimo, the evocative procession of boats at sea is held to celebrate the assumption of the Virgin Mary. In particular, on the night of 14th August, many bonfires are lit in honour of Our Lady.

How to reach the Siremar departure point:

Follow the street signs to the port.

Public transportation:

Bus service.

Places of interest close to the boarding area:

Museum - Ex Stabilimento Florio The ex Stabilimento Florio is a majestic structure. It was Ignatius Florio who, in 1878, gave the architect Damiani Almeyda the task of restoring the building, which took on an impressive and magnificent aspect.

Length of the tri:

• From Trapani: c.a. 1 hour
• From Marettimo: c.a. 1.5 hours
• From Levanzo: c.a. 25 minutes

Travelling time may be subject to variations due to meteorological conditions.

Ticket offices

Agency: Liberty Lines Ph. +39.346.0051673 email: [email protected]

Other destinations

Porto Empedocle

Pantelleria

Pelagie Islands

Aegadian Islands

Aeolian Islands

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Passengers selection, vehicle selection, navigation route inbound, book your caronte & tourist ferry with netferry.

The ferry operator

Caronte & Tourist , is a leading company working in the Mediterranean, specifically connecting Southern Italian ports with Sicily.

Caronte & Tourist ferries created the famous 'Autostrade d'Amare' route that links the cities in southern Italy, to promote and encourage the use of ferries instead of more polluting means with higher environmental impact.

The main goal of Caronte & Tourist is a drive towards quality and excellent service, providing services to some passengers who travel daily.  All of the ships are high quality, they are built in Italian shipyards and meet all ISO quality and environmental standards.

Visit NetFerry for online booking and discover all the destinations you can reach on board Caronte & Tourist. For schedules , costs and additional information you can contact the NetFerry call center or make your own quote on our website.  

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Caronte & Tourist routes

Ferries to filicudi.

NAPLES > FILICUDI

1 weekly sailing

13 h 30 min

Ferries to LAMPEDUSA

LINOSA > LAMPEDUSA

8 weekly sailings

PORTO EMPEDOCLE > LAMPEDUSA

Ferries to LINOSA

LAMPEDUSA > LINOSA

PORTO EMPEDOCLE > LINOSA

Ferries to MESSINA

SALERNO > MESSINA

7 weekly sailings

Ferries to MILAZZO

NAPLES > MILAZZO

3 weekly sailings

16 h 15 min

Ferries to NAPLES

MILAZZO > NAPLES

Ferries to PALERMO

USTICA > PALERMO

9 weekly sailings

Ferries to PORTO EMPEDOCLE

LAMPEDUSA > PORTO EMPEDOCLE

LINOSA > PORTO EMPEDOCLE

Ferries to SALERNO

MESSINA > SALERNO

Ferries to USTICA

PALERMO > USTICA

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

Do you want to know more about CARONTE & TOURIST?

accordion#toggleAccordion" data-index="1"> Which destinations can you reach with CARONTE & TOURIST?

CARONTE & TOURIST operate ferry services to Filicudi, Lampedusa, Linosa, Messina, Milazzo, Naples, Palermo, Porto empedocle, Salerno, Ustica.

accordion#toggleAccordion" data-index="2"> Which ports do CARONTE & TOURIST depart from?

CARONTE & TOURIST depart from Naples, Linosa, Porto empedocle, Lampedusa, Salerno, Milazzo, Ustica, Messina, Palermo.

accordion#toggleAccordion" data-index="3"> Which offers are available with CARONTE & TOURIST at the moment?

Right now CARONTE & TOURIST offer: .

accordion#toggleAccordion" data-index="4"> Looking for more information on other destinations?

Check out our site for more information on ( Filicudi , Lampedusa , Linosa , Messina , Milazzo , Naples , Palermo , Porto empedocle , Salerno , Ustica ).

Do you need help? Don't hesitate to ask if you have any questions or need clarification.

Ferries from Naples

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Would you like to know what are the destinations you could reach departing from Naples ? Search for the best ferry from Naples using our ferry booking system. In just few steps you can get all the info you need, including the ferry routes , the timetables , the prices and the travel times for the crossings from Naples .

Naples is connected with Filicudi , Ginostra/stromboli , Lipari , Panarea , Rinella/salina , Santa Marina/salina , Stromboli and Vulcano ( Aeolian Islands ) and Cagliari ( Sardinia ) and Catania , Milazzo , Palermo , Termini Imerese and Trapani ( Sicily ). The crossings between Naples and any other destination are served by 5 different sailing companies ( CARONTE & TOURIST">Caronte & Tourist , GRANDI NAVI VELOCI">Grandi Navi Veloci , GRIMALDI LINES">Grimaldi Lines , SIREMAR">Siremar and TIRRENIA">Tirrenia ) who offer a total of 51 weekly connections with traveling times ranging between 8 h 30 min and 18 h 10 min (morning and evening departures). This line allows you to transport cars, motorbikes, campers and trucks - when boarding, simply follow the instructions at the departure port.

Have you already decided on your destination? Select your accommodation on board now quickly and easily.

Ferry Operators

CARONTE & TOURIST

4 weekly sailings

GRANDI NAVI VELOCI

11 weekly sailings

GRIMALDI LINES

9 weekly sailings

17 weekly sailings

10 weekly sailings

Ferry routes Naples

From naples to italy, from naples to the aeolian islands, ferries from naples to filicudi.

1 weekly sailing

13 h 30 min

Ferries from Naples to Ginostra (Stromboli)

2 weekly sailings

10 h 40 min

Ferries from Naples to Lipari

3 weekly sailings

13 h 40 min

Ferries from Naples to Panarea

11 h 30 min

Ferries from Naples to Rinella (Salina)

14 h 35 min

Ferries from Naples to Santa Marina (Salina)

12 h 20 min

Ferries from Naples to Stromboli

Ferries from naples to vulcano, from naples to sardinia, ferries from naples to cagliari, from naples to sicily, ferries from naples to catania, ferries from naples to milazzo.

16 h 15 min

Ferries from Naples to Palermo

6 weekly sailings

Ferries from Naples to Termini Imerese

Ferries from naples to trapani, port of naples.

The port of Naples is one of the major ports in Europe and second in the world after Hong Kong for passenger travel. The port is located in Piazza Municipio an ideal location to visit of the city. In addition, the port is well connected by public transport and is located about 15 km from Capodichino airport, just a few minutes from the motorway exit and 10 minutes from the Napoli Centrale train station in Piazza Garibaldi.

Passengers are boarded either from the Molo Beverello for hydrofoils, or from Calata Porta Massa from which larger ferries depart. A shuttle service to and from Piazzale Angioino, in Piazza Municipio, connects Calata Porta Massa with Molo Beverello from 0600 to 2400. Calata Porta Massa has many shops, pharmacies, waiting rooms, banks and bars. The Napoli Palermo boarding takes place at Piazzale Immacolatella. Pedestrian access to Calata Porta Massa is from the Immacolatella Vecchia Pass and the Pisacane Pass. Vehicles, which must show a valid reservation can access the port from the Pisacane gate or from the Bausan Pass. The Angioino Molo is the largest Maritime Station in the world dedicated to cruise ships.

How to reach the port of Naples

To get to the port of Naples by car, from the highway (A1 Milan-Naples) just take the Napoli - Porto motorway junction; then take Via Marina until you reach the Calata di Massa exit which you will see road signs for.

Naples is served by 3 railway stations: Napoli Centrale, the main station, Naples Mergellina, Naples Campi Flegrei. Napoli Centrale is the main station, recommended for those who need to reach the city center or the Molo Beverello where you can board the ferry. There are also trams, buses and a subway system and tickets can be bought at the station.

Address: Calata Porta di Massa, 80133 Napoli NA

Directions: Google Map @ Naples, port

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

Do you want to find out more about your journey from NAPLES?

accordion#toggleAccordion" data-index="1"> Which ports are connected to NAPLES?

NAPLES is connected to Filicudi, Ginostra/Stromboli, Lipari, Panarea, Rinella/Salina, Santa Marina/Salina, Stromboli and Vulcano (Aeolian Islands) and Cagliari (Sardinia) and Catania, Milazzo, Palermo, Termini Imerese and Trapani (Sicily).

accordion#toggleAccordion" data-index="2"> Which ferry companies operate from NAPLES?

The routes from NAPLES are served by Caronte & Tourist , Grandi Navi Veloci , Grimaldi Lines , Siremar and Tirrenia .

accordion#toggleAccordion" data-index="3"> How do I get to NAPLES port?

NAPLES port is located on Calata Porta di Massa, 80133 Napoli NA. Directions to the port can be found here Google Map @ Naples, port .

accordion#toggleAccordion" data-index="4"> Are you looking for more information?

If you are looking for more information on your return journey, visit our website Ferries to NAPLES .

If you are looking for more information on your return journey, visit our website Ferries to Naples ?

Do you need help don't hesitate to ask if you have any questions or need clarification..

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Caronte & Tourist: ready for the new season and for the return of foreign markets

Caronte & Tourist is ready for the new season and for the return of foreign markets. With a fleet of 21 ships connecting destinations and islands in the Mediterranean, the shipping line was founded over 50 years ago.

"For example our routes make it possible to bypass the highways of Calabria and reach Sicily and the smaller Sicilian islands more comfortably," says Claudio Di Mare, passenger area sales manager of the Caronte & Tourist Group.  

The Caronte & Tourist Group also counts Cartour, Siremar which connects to the smaller Sicilian islands, Sardinian subsidiary Maddalena Lines, and Blu Navy with crossings between Tuscany and Portoferraio, and also operates on Mediterranean islands with challenging ports.

"For example on Alicudi, a small island that is little more than a rock, the port is just a concrete quay jutting out into the sea, and the same is true for Stromboli and Marettimo.  The ships that operate these services are specially designed for these situations, and depending on the weather conditions there can be days when crossings have to be cancelled.”   

“We are hoping for a return of foreign markets”

“In 2020 our ships were non-Covid, and in 2021 we saw the first real signs of recovery that became more apparent in 2022. We are hoping for a return of foreign markets. We are ready for the new season, although our season does not stop with the summer, because in addition to passengers we also transport goods."

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Post by SilverDot » Sun Jul 31, 2022 11:56 am

Caronte & Tourist New Ferry Contract

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Post by hhvferry » Wed Jan 25, 2023 12:10 pm

The Messina shipping company Caronte & Tourist... has confirmed to SHIPPING ITALY that it has chartered the Galaxy ferry until the beginning of the summer; [the ship] is expected in Sicily next week. Its use has not yet been made public (being a class A ferry it can also operate on connections with Pantelleria and Lampedusa from Trapani and Porto Empedocle) and Caronte & Tourist let it be known that the company has "launched an ordinary maintenance plan which rotation will affect some of our ships. The chartered ferry will therefore not be used on a particular line but as needed". This charter contract was brokered by the naval brokerage firm Ferrando&Massone.

Post by SilverDot » Fri Mar 03, 2023 6:34 pm

Post by andreg » Sun Mar 05, 2023 11:26 am

SilverDot wrote: ↑ Fri Mar 03, 2023 6:34 pm Fincantieri have been awarded the contract for building a new ferry for the Trapani – Pantelleria and Porto Empedocle – Lampedusa routes by the Sicilian Government from a public tender last August (third time tender launched after two previous tenders had no valid response). The €114.6m double ended vessel will be built in a Palermo for delivery by end of June 2025, be dual fuel with electric capability. Passengers 1,000 Lane metres 900m There is also an option for a second ferry in the contract.

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dogan wrote: ↑ Tue May 23, 2023 8:06 pm In Palermo was staying the Sansovino from Siremar. It's a shame this ship and her sisters lost their Adriatica livery !  They were truly handsome with the San Marco lion on their funnel. Now it just looks like a copy of GNV silly and pale livery. She's seen here on 16th May 2023.

Post by dogan » Fri May 26, 2023 8:40 pm

hhvferry wrote: ↑ Thu May 25, 2023 12:23 am Just on the Sansovino, this image shows her after (during?) her re-engining. They have unfortunately snipped the fins off her funnels in the process ☹

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The risk of a stop to connections with the Sicilian islands starting tomorrow, Sunday 1st October, has been averted. The Region has reached an agreement with Caronte & Tourist whereby the shipping company, until the conclusion of the negotiated procedure currently underway, will manage the service under a free market regime for the Aeolian and Egadi archipelagos and for Ustica , while a one-month technical extension for connections with Pantelleria was signed.

Post by SilverDot » Mon Oct 09, 2023 1:26 pm

andreg wrote: ↑ Sun Mar 05, 2023 11:26 am SilverDot wrote: ↑ Fri Mar 03, 2023 6:34 pm Fincantieri have been awarded the contract for building a new ferry for the Trapani – Pantelleria and Porto Empedocle – Lampedusa routes by the Sicilian Government from a public tender last August (third time tender launched after two previous tenders had no valid response). The €114.6m double ended vessel will be built in a Palermo for delivery by end of June 2025, be dual fuel with electric capability. Passengers 1,000 Lane metres 900m There is also an option for a second ferry in the contract.

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Post by SilverDot » Mon Oct 09, 2023 2:22 pm

hhvferry wrote: ↑ Mon Oct 09, 2023 2:00 pm Comparing the two images the ship seems to have lost the windows in her lowest accommodation level which the GA plan suggested was where the lounges, self service, reclining seats etc were going to be ... ?

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