Day Itinerary
11 Activities
Day 2
29 mi3 mi16 mi
Cavo Beach and Surrounding Areas
Start your morning bright and early to catch the ferry boat to Elba island and get ready to explore. Make sure you have good walking shoes and plenty of water as you will visit the oldest castle and get a 360 viewpoint of the island. End the day relaxing in the mineral-rich waters and get lost in the beautiful town of Cavo.
12.4 mi
25 min
08:2530 min
Piombino Marittima
Follow the signs for the ferry to Portoferraio on Elba Island. It's important to buy your round-trip tickets in advance and arrive at port 1 hour before your departure time. The duration of the trip depends on what ferry you choose; 1 hour, 40 minutes, or 30 minutes. The average price for two people with a medium size vehicle is approximately 70-80 Euros.
Once you are on board, enjoy the specatular views of the blue/green water as you cross towards Elba Island. You can choose to sit outside on the deck or from inside the bar with a coffee.
15.6 mi
1 hr 10 min
10:1510 min
Portoferraio Port
Once you disembark at Portoferraio, make sure you stop in a local market for water and snacks
7.2 mi
25 min
10:501 hr
Castello del Volterraio
Get ready to see the oldest castle on the island. You'll see the free parking lot nearby and then start your hike to the stop. The trail is very well marked and should take you about 30 minutes to get to the top. Entering the castle is limited to only twice a week but it's still worth the stop to walk around the castle and get viewpoints of just about every corner of the island.
Open Thursday and Sunday 6:00 PM-9:00 PM
Open Thursday and Sunday 6:00 PM-9:00 PM
9.3 mi
30 min
12:3015 min
Hotel Marelba
Make a quick stop by the hotel where you will be staying for the night to park your car and check to see if it's possible to check-in. If not, just leave the car so that you can explore Cavo on foot.
0.3 mi
10 min
12:5530 min
Cavo Beach
This is the most famous beach on the island and should be visited. Park nearby or even in the hotel that you will be staying at tonight because the rest of the day will be explored by foot. If you are not ready for lunch yet, take time to get lost in the streets and explore the shops.
0.2 mi
5 min
13:301 hr
Mistral cafe
An incredible atmosphere in the middle of town. Try the stuffed focaccia or just order a pizza. This color restaurant is so welcoming, that anything you order on the menu will hit the spot.
Open everyday: 10:00 AM-12:00
Open everyday: 10:00 AM-12:00
1.1 mi
30 min
15:001 hr
Mausoleo Tonietti dell'Arch. Coppedè
The perfect place to visit for an afternoon walk. The trail is well-marked and the journey is beautiful along the way that should take about 30 minutes. Be careful going inside as part of the spiral stairs is missing. Mount Lentisco is a quiet place with very few people so it's a great place to connect with nature. As you walk around, you'll be able to see rich minerals in the ground
1.2 mi
25 min
16:301 hr
Cala delle Alghe
This is a much quieter beach that is just beautiful as Spiaggia di Cava. After walking down from Mount Lentisco, take a dip in see how the sand glitters from all the minerals that are naturally found in the area. Soak it up and give yourself a good scrub so you can glow a bit yourself.
0.6 mi
15 min
17:5530 min
Chiosco Del Gelato Di Diversi Fabrizio
There is nothing better than refreshing gelato after a long day at the beach and in the sun. Pick your favorite flavor and enjoy the view
Open: Sunday-Friday: 1:00 PM-12:00 AM
Closed: Saturdays
0.1 mi
5 min
19:301 hr
Prato Gestioni
A variety of delicious Italian dishes and a wide selection of drinks to pair. The ambiance is welcoming and it sits next to the water, perfect for sunset and the end of a day.
Open Everyday 12:00 PM- 3:00 PM/ 6:00 PM-11:00 PM
Open Everyday 12:00 PM- 3:00 PM/ 6:00 PM-11:00 PM
0.2 mi
5 min
22:0010 hrs
Hotel Marelba
Great rooms with beautiful views of gardens and a short walk to the beach. Excelente breakfast with the rate and welcoming guest to make you feel at home.