Sicilian Gems | 10 Days

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.

Meals Included:

Breakfast, Lunch

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.

Meals Included:

Breakfast, Lunch

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.

Meals Included:

Breakfast, Lunch

Breakfast in the hotel and day at leisure to enjoy Catania city centre. Overnight stay.

Meals Included:

Breakfast

Breakfast in the hotel and departure for Syracuse to visit the largest and most powerful Greek colony in Sicily: the Archaeological Park of Neapolis. Visit of the old town centre of Ortigia, with its stunning Piazza Duomo and Cathedral. Proceed to Noto, the capital of Sicilian baroque also called the “stone garden”, full of beautiful buildings and declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. A walk through the streets of the centre to admire the skill and ingenious creativity of local craftsmen. Noto’s baroque architecture is a plethora of elegant curves, floral weaves, perspective views, palaces and gardens, capitals and cherubs that adorn the façades of churches and monasteries. At the end of the visit proceed to Ragusa, check in in hotel, dinner and overnight stay. Overnight in Ragusa.

Meals Included:

Breakfast, Dinner

Breakfast in the hotel and visit of Ragusa Ibla with its beautiful churches and the Ibleo garden. Then proceed to Modica, to admire its many baroque style treasures, always declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. To end the visit, stop to taste the typical products of the area. Departure to Piazza Armerina and visit the splendid Villa Romana del Casale, a building from the late imperial period and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Transfer to the hotel in Agrigento. Dinner and accommodation. Overnight in Agrigento.

Meals Included:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Breakfast in the hotel and visit of the famous Valley of the Temples, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Giunone, Concordia and Ercole temples can be admired. Departure for Marsala, that preserves a multitude of signs of the Phoenician, Arab and Norman dominations.at the end of the visit a wine tasting to enjoy the typical local wine. Proceed to the famous Via del Sale The lagoon and the islands of Stagnone constitute a large nature reserve of enormous environmental value. Even today the salt marshes represent one of the oldest salt mining industries in the world. In the evening, arrival in Palermo, check-in at the hotel, and an overnight stay. Overnight in Palermo.

Meals Included:

Breakfast, Lunch

Breakfast at the hotel and visit of the city of Erice, an ancient city made by the “Elimi” at about 751 meters high on Mount San Julian. A Sicilian Borgo characterized for its narrow streets and medieval arches. Visit of the historic centre, the main church and the Castle of Venere. In the afternoon, continue to Segesta, with the visit of the temple and the theatre set at an altitude of 400 meters, carried out in the 3rd century BC. Overnight in Palermo.

Meals Included:

Breakfast, Lunch

After breakfast, check out of hotel. End of services.

Meals Included:

Breakfast

Touring with multilingual guide

Local guides or audio-guides where necessary

Tours as per itinerary

9 Breakfasts, 6 Lunches, 2 Dinners

Arrival transfer from Palermo Airport to hotel in Palermo

Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle from day 2 to day 8

Optional privilege package which includes:

• Upgrade to a Superior/deluxe room
• Private departure transfer
• City taxes as per itinerary
• All entrance fees as per itinerary

Additional: $937 per person (price based on twn/dbl room). Available to select at time of booking.

Gastronomic surprise with street food tasting in Palermo on day 2

“Granita and brioche” tasting in Catania on day 3

Visit to a honey factory tasting typical in Etna products on day 4

Visit to the famous Sabadì chocolate shop with tasting in Modica on day 7

Visit to the Florio wine cellar with tasting in Marsala on day 8

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