Palermo, Monreale, Cefalu, Catania, Etna, Taormina
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An unforgettable Sicilian experience!
Transfer from Palermo Airport to your hotel. Day at leisure. Overnight in Palermo.
*Dinner included for Dec 5 and 29 2023 departures.
Breakfast in the hotel and departure to visit Monreale, with its impressive Arab-Norman Cathedral and stunning Cloister. Return to Palermo. This city preserves monuments of the Arab-Norman period, including the beautiful Cathedral, the fascinating Byzantine Church of the Martorana and the Palatine Chapel, a higher example from the historical-artistic point of view of the coexistence between cultures and religions. Along the visit stop for a food surprise in a local bakery. Overnight in Palermo.
*Lunch is not included for Dec 5 and 29 2023 departures.
Breakfast in the hotel and departure to Cefalù, a beautiful medieval maritime village with its Norman Cathedral. Time at leisure to visit the famous Mandralisca Museum. Proceed to Catania, visit to the old town centre and its baroque architecture, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Enjoy a walk in the centre, passing through the old ‘pescheria’ (old fish market) to reach the scenic Piazza del Duomo with its stunning Cathedral and the lava stone Elephant (symbol of the city). Stop in a delicious bar to taste the local granita with brioche. Overnight in Catania.
*Lunch is not included for Dec 5 and 29 2023 departures, dinner included instead.
Breakfast in the hotel, and departure for a quick visit of a historic “fishmonger” (old fish market) before reaching Etna, the tallest active volcano in Europe (3.350 m), and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Etna Park, covering 59.000 hectares, is home to extremely varied and rich flora, along with many protected species. The first glimpses of captivating landscapes can be seen when approaching Rifugio Sapienza. From there, proceed to Crateri Silvestri, volcanic cones dating to 1888, now inactive but surrounded by more recent lava flows. The view that can be enjoyed through the multitude of volcanic cones and craters extends to the Aeolian Islands and Calabria, making it a truly unique sight to behold. Afterwards, visit of a beekeeping farm, to see the honey extraction laboratory and taste of home-made honey and typical products of the area. Proceed to Taormina, famous for its natural landscape, marine beauties, historical monuments and an unforgettable view of the sea and Etna. Visit of the fascinating Greco-Roman theatre, with a breath-taking view of the Naxos Bay. The day will end with a beautiful panorama of the stunning Riviera dei Ciclopi. Return to the hotel in Catania and overnight stay. Overnight in Catania.
Our tour concludes with breakfast at the hotel. End of services.
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Accommodation in 4* hotels
Touring with multilingual guide
Local guides or audio-guides where necessary
Tours as per itinerary
4 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches
*Dec 5 & 29 2023 departures: 4 Breakfasts, 3 Dinners
Arrival transfer from Palermo Airport to hotel in Palermo (only available for departures from Mar 2023 – Nov 2023)
Transportation by air conditioned vehicle from day 2 to day 4
Optional privilege package which includes:
Additional: $537 per person (price based on twn/dbl room). Available to select at time of booking.
Optional New Year’s Eve dinner (supplement on request)
Tasting of typical products:
Arrival and departures transfers (for Dec 2023 departures only)
Dinner on December 31st 2023
Tips and gratuities to tour directors, drivers and local guides
Porterage service
Passport or visa fees
Any beverages or food not listed in itinerary
Entrance fees to monuments or museums when not mentioned
Baggage and personal insurance of any kind
Hotel taxes, service charges and tips for baggage handling
City tax for overnight stays (according to each city council rules)
Any other items of personal nature
All rates are based on twin/double share. Please enquire for single and triple rates. Rates are based on AUD. Availability is conditional on final confirmation from the supplier and is subject to change.
Hotel rooms may not be available for check-in before 2:00 p.m.
Tour can be a combination of regular tours, therefore coach changes may be required.
The same people may not be travelling throughout the tour.
Entrance fees to sights and tourist taxes are not included and are to be paid locally, unless you have prebooked the Privilege Package before departure.
A government tourist tax may need to be paid locally upon arrival at your hotels.
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