Archipelago Cruise: Explore Crystal Waters

• Departing from Palau at 10 a.m.
• Departing from La Maddalena at 11:15 a.m.
Join the M/B Orient Express for an unforgettable journey through the pristine waters of the Archipelago. Enjoy the cozy bar area, multilingual hostess, restroom facilities, and ultimate comfort throughout the trip!

Duration: 7 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • La Maddalena - (Exclusively for guests leaving from Palau at 10:00 AM)
    Enjoy a complimentary walking tour: Begin with a stroll through the historic lanes, be captivated by the period architecture, and indulge in some shopping at the artisanal shops in the old town.
  • Isola di Spargi - We proceed to a wonderfully refreshing stop! There is ample…
What's Included
  • VAT
  • Transport service
  • On-board restrooms
What's Not Included
  • Admission fees
  • Food and Drink - small catering and bar on board
Location
Maddalena Experience - Tour in barca nell’Arcipelago di La Maddalena
Banchina medaglie d'oro
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Cyndiab2018
Aug 8, 2026
A very beautiful family experience - A very beautiful family experience! The excursion allowed us to discover several magnificent places in the La Maddalena archipelago. The organization was very good, the crew pleasant, and the explanations clear throughout the day. We particularly appreciated the different stops that allow you to enjoy the beaches and swim in magnificent coves. A refreshing change of scenery, which is really worth the detour during a stay in Sardinia. We have very fond memories of it.
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Exploration611677
Aug 3, 2026
Highly recommended!! - The excursion is highly recommended, the boat is just as it looks in the photos, it doesn't move at all, and there is enough time to tour La Maddalena and then stay in the coves where it stops for you.
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Nemecha
Jul 11, 2026
The Maddalena archipelago is magnificent and the crew allowed us to have a wonderful time. - Thank you for this beautiful discovery in a reasonably sized building with a very attentive crew. They speak French there and our hosts love to share anecdotes. A very beautiful moment in a very beautiful place.
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N2052hxmatteop
Jul 5, 2026
Recommended! - Thank you for the wonderful experience! A tour of the most beautiful beaches in the archipelago aboard the Marini family's Orient Express, absolutely recommended!
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Francescm468
Jun 27, 2026
Very good excursion - Excellent company, Maddalena Experience, very attentive and friendly staff.
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Joao_s
Jun 26, 2026
Beach of the Archipelago of Madelena - It was a fantastic experience, with magnificent beaches and duration times that each location ideal. Very good price quality ratio. The only point to improve could be the indication of the place of boarding and the places where we stopped.
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Federica_c
Jul 22, 2026
Beautiful... - Beautiful experience, spots seen and visited met expectations. Welcoming and very friendly crew.
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Nicky_s
Jul 17, 2026
Sun, sand and salt water - Amazing crystal clear waters, expect a long day in and out of the water, at various beaches and coves.
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Bozenam226
Jul 26, 2026
Lovely views, but poor organization and changed itinerary - The trip itself was lovely, but I have a couple of issues.Firstly, the boat was supposed to depart at 10:00. However, it only arrived just before 10:00, which obviously made us late because all passengers had to be checked in. The lady checking us in did not scan anything; she used a piece of paper to tick off names and verify that the tax was paid. If it wasn't, she collected the money right there, which was ridiculously time-consuming. By the time everyone boarded, it was 10:25.The itinerary I paid for was supposed to start at 10:00 and include a one-hour stay at La Maddalena. Because we left late, the crew informed us that we would only have 40 minutes there, meaning we lost 20 minutes. When I raised this issue, the captain finally agreed—after a long discussion—to extend our time by 10 minutes. In the end, we only got about 40 to 50 minutes to see the town instead of the full hour.My second issue is with the advertised itinerary. The program stated we would stop at:La Maddalena (60 minutes)Isola di SpargiPorto della MadonnaIsola di Spargi (second stop)Cala GaribaldiI chose this exact trip specifically because I wanted to see Cala Garibaldi. To my great disappointment, we never went there. Instead, we visited La Maddalena, went to Cala Granara, passed Spiaggia Rosa and Isola di Santa Maria, made a short swimming stop, and then went back to Isola di Spargi. While the beach was beautiful, we completely missed Cala Garibaldi. I am very unhappy because I paid for a specific itinerary, and these major changes were made without any consultation.
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Biancamaria_f
Aug 10, 2026
Stolen money! - Cala Granara and the last stop of the tour were truly terrible… beach and sea very crowded, it looked like the Ganga Snan, but the purpose was not to purify our souls from sins. So much for pristine places… The only valid stop is the dive into the open sea at the natural pools. The staff was certainly kind, but I didn't pay €320 to enjoy exclusively their kindness! Highly rejected!
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Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).