INVICTUS (Dufour 56 Exclusive)
Capo d'Orlando Marina
Weekly prices€7,300 · 3 Oct – 31 Dec
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Specifications & Equipment4 cab · 9 berths (8+1) · 3 wc
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offs
Perfect for families The Dufour 56 is a proven, spacious cruiser that the professional crew handle beautifully, so guests need no sailing experience at all. With 4 cabins sleeping 9, it's ideal for a multi-generational getaway or two couples wanting their own space without feeling cramped.
Well-equipped and comfortable Electric winches and a sprayhood make sailing effortless, while the ice maker and cockpit cushions signal a yacht built for relaxation, not just performance. The radar and radio-CD player are solid cruising kit for a 2017 boat of this size.
Solid value proposition At 17 metres with four cabins, you're getting genuine living space without paying for a megayacht. The €5,000 deposit is reasonable, though I'd want to see the weekly rate before calling it a steal, Dufours in this bracket typically offer good bang for buck in Mediterranean waters.
One heads-up The operator has only one review on record, so while the 5/5 rating is encouraging, you won't have much independent feedback yet. I'd suggest requesting references or checking recent client comments directly before committing, just to build confidence in their service quality.
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The marina & destination Capo d'Orlando Marina · Italy
Based at Capo d'Orlando Marina, Italy . INVICTUS is operated by Invictus Sicily.
Good to know
- Location
- Capo d'Orlando Marina · Italy
- Licences
- We have not confirmed whether this yacht is crewed or requires a sailing licence. We will check the exact requirements with the operator when you enquire.
- Security deposit
- €5,000
- Cancellation
- Cancellation terms are operator-specific and disclosed in the charter contract before payment. As a rule, most Mediterranean operators retain the full charter fee within 30 days of departure; we recommend charter cancellation insurance (typically 4-5% of the charter fee).
Getting there3 airports nearby
The nearest international airports for this base, with a quick note on which suits which marina. Final transfer arrangements are confirmed at quote time.
Amalfi Coast: Salerno, Capri, Procida bases. Naples is the main hub; train link to the marinas.
Sardinia north coast: Cala dei Sardi, Cannigione, Porto Cervo bases.
Sicily and the Aeolian Islands. Daily flights from London and Rome.
Possible routes2 hand-picked itineraries
A starting point, not a script: pick one as a template and we'll tailor the dates, stops, and pace to your crew.
Amalfi Coast
Spectacular but anchorages crowd in July-August. Book restaurant moorings ahead.
1Salerno
2Amalfi
3Positano
4Capri
5Procida
Sardinia & La Maddalena
Turquoise water and granite islands. Two-country tick (Italy + Corsica/France) without long sails.
1Olbia
2Maddalena
3Caprera
4Bonifacio
Where charters went
Aeolian islands: Portorosa, Capo d'Orlando, Milazzo, Tropea and Reggio Calabria
- Cala Junco62%
- Porto di Levante57%
- Santa Marina Salina51%
These figures cover all charter boats in this area, not this boat alone.
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