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Sicily, From Palermo to Catania Private Tour



6 days Deluxe Private Mini tour of Sicily to Discover the beauties of this region in atour from Palermo to Catania , through several Unesco Heritage Sites like the Valley of Temples , picturesque towns,delicious local food, panoramic views and masterpieces of Art.


All the accommodation are in centrally located 4* Hotels.


Schedule Departures every Wednesday and Saturday from Janurary to December 2024. Daily departures on request .
Totally customizable according to specif requests.

_________________________________________________________________________ Itinerary


Day 1 - Palermo


Private transfer from Palermo airport to Hotel 4**** in Palermo. Overnight.



Day 2 - Palermo,Monreale,Palermo


After a buffet breakfast, visit of the capital of Sicily Palermo, one of the richest towns in the island for its history and art: the wonderful Arab-Norman Cathedral (during the Holy Mass, exterior visit only); the Norman palace (outside) with the amazing Cappella Palatina, mirable example from an historical and an artistic point of view, of how different cultures, religions and way of thinking apparently incompatible can coexist; the debated fountain in Pretoria Square, adorned with XVI century sculptures; the most beautiful baroque church in Palermo, Santa Caterina and its cloister. Lunch on your own. Then proceed to Monreale to visit its huge Norman Cathedral, proclaimed the Eighth Wonder of the World. The remainder of the afternoon is at leisure. Overnight in your Hotel.


Day 3 - Palermo,Erice, Marsala , Agrigento

After a buffet breakfast, depart to Erice, charming medieval town situated on a hill in panoramic position over Trapani and the Mediterranean sea . Proceed to Marsala, a city on the western coast famous for its production of sweet Sicilian wine. Lunch on your own.Visit of the historical centre and stop to a prestigious winery, where You can enjoy a wine tasting and learn about local production. Proceed to Agrigento . Accommodation at your hotel and. overnight



Day 4 - Agrigento, Piazza Armerina, Catania
After a buffet breakfast,, visit the magnificent Valley Of Temples of Agrigento, a UNESCO World Heritage Site: the Temple of Concord, which is in almost perfectly preserved conditions, Juno and Heracles that represent the most beautiful example of the Greek Civilization in Sicily. Proceed to Piazza Armerina in the inland of Sicily: lunch on your own. In the afternoon, visit the worldwide known Villa Romana del Casale: it is the richest, largest and most complex collection of late Roman mosaics in the world and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Continue to Catania. Accommodation and overnight at your 4**** Hotel.


Day 5 - Catania, Mt. Etna, Taormina


After a buffet breakfast, weather conditions permitting, excursion to Mount Etna, the highest active volcano in Europe. Across fascinating landscape, we will reach a height of 1900 metres to visit the Sylvester Craters where you can enjoy a spectacular panorama over the Ionian Sea. Proceed to Taormina, charming city called "the pearl of the Ionian Sea", founded in 400 BC and beautifully located overlooking the sea and the peak of Mount Etna. Lunch on your own. Enjoy time at leisure to shop for handmade lace, coral jewels, ceramics, home-made sweets and preserves down “Corso Umberto” or simply walk through its tiny streets. Individual visit of the fascinating Greek-Roman theatre. Back to your Hotel in Catania and overnight.
Buffet breakfast. Private transfer to Catania airport.. End of services




Day 6 - Catania

Buffet breakfast. Private transfer to Catania airport.. End of services















_________________________________________________________________________ What's Included :


5 nights accommodation in double room a selected 4* Hotel
Daily Breakfast
Visit of a winery and wine tasting in Marsala
Departure transfer Catania / Catania airport
Arrival transfer Palermo airport / Hotel in Palermo
Local guide 4 h in Palermo * new in 2024
Local guide 2 h in Agrigento * new in 2024
Valley of the Temples entrance ticket
Car or minivan with English Speaking Driver at disposal from day 2 to day 5 (included) according to the itinerary




Not Included :
International flights
Travel insurance
All what not mentioned under "what's included"
Beverages at dinners
Entrance fees
City tax where required
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Notes:


Possibility to extend the tour with pre and post night

Guaranteed departures


The tour is suitable for couples, solo travellers, seniors.
English only

New Tour of Sicily from Palermo 10 Days




Discover the beauties of Sicily in a fully escorted 10 days / 9 nights tour from Palermo to Palermo, through several Unesco Heritage Sites, picturesque towns, panoramic views and masterpieces of Art. The tours has been enriched with several wine and food experiences, tasting of local specialties and several meals included. Including tour to Segesta and Erice


All the accommodation are in centrally located 4* Hotels.


This is a Group Tour carry out in English, Italian and Spanish. Some departure is in English Only .
English only departures in May , April, June, September, October.


The group size is variable. All departures are guaranteed without a minimum number of participants.


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Itinerary


Day 1 - Palermo


Welcome to Palermo . Meeting with our driver and private transfer to the Hotel .Check in . At the reception and to your mobile number you will receive the informations regarding the next morning meeting time with the tour leader at the Hotel's lobby. Dinner on your own and overnight in hotel.



Day 2 - Palermo, Monreale


After breakfast in hotel, the morning will be spent visiting Monreale, its huge Norman Cathedral, proclaimed the Eighth Wonder of the World, and its splendid Cloister in Arab-Norman style: admirable masterpiece of art, sculpture, and semi-precious stones marquetry! Later you will discover the stunning Palermo, one of the richest towns in the island for its history and art.


Visit of the wonderful eclectic Cathedral, the astonishing Martorana Church and the amazing Cappella Palatina, admirable example from an historical and an artistic point of view, and a prove of how different cultures, religions and way of thinking apparently incompatible can coexist. During the day, you will have a stop to enjoy a typical lunch with local food. Along the path you will admire the famous Teatro Massimo and the debated fountain in Pretoria Square, situated in the ancient Kalsa area and adorned with 16th century sculptures. Dinner on your own and overnight in hotel.



Day 3 - Palermo, Cefalu', Catania


After breakfast transfer to Cefalù, charming Medieval town situated at the northern coast of Sicily. Visit of its stunning Norman Dome, free time to stroll through the town or to visit the famous and well-knownMandralisca Museum. You will have a stop to have lunch in a famous restaurant. Arrival in Catania to visit Catania’s historical centre stated Unesco World Heritage Site, with its original Baroque style and its unique streets built with black lava stone. The colour scheme of the city-centre buildings is black and dark grey, relieved with white limestone details around doors and windows. The effect is extremely elegant! The walking tour will start from the scenic Duomo square with its magnificent Cathedral and the famous “Liotru” statue, antique lava-stone elephant, symbol of the city. Not far from here we will reach University Square and we will have a walk along the splendid baroque Via dei Crociferi, the most representative 18th century street in Catania, where we will admire the famous S. Benedict Monastery, Unesco World Heritage Site. Continuing the visit enjoy a break in a historic bar of the city centre to taste the typical “granita & brioche. Dinner on your own and overnight in hotel.




Day 4 - Catania, Mt. Etna, Taormina

This morning after a short visit of the famous “pescheria” (the ancient fish market) in Catania, the tour will continue with an excursion to the Mount Etna, the highest (c. 3350m) volcano in Europe and one of the largest and most active in the world, nowadays Unesco World Heritage Site. Its regional park protects 59.000 hectares of unique geology, flora and fauna, villages and farms, and traditional methods of forestry, beekeeping, wine manufacture, stonework and carpentry. Views of stunning landscapes will amaze you heading to Rifugio Sapienza. You will reach the “Crateri Silvestri”, small volcanic cones now inactive, surrounded by ancient lava flows. The view beyond the mountain’s hundreds of subsidiary cones and craters, can extend across the whole of Sicily, the Aeolian islands and Calabria.
The spectacle is unique! You will have the chance to enjoy the local homemade honey and some typical products of the area. Then you will have lunch in a lovely restaurant. The tour continues towards Taormina, charming town renowned for its magnificent position above the sea commanding a celebrated view of Etna. Visit of Taormina’s fascinating Greek theatre which will leave you breathless for its commanding view on Giardini Naxos bay and the Etna mountain! Free time for a nice walk among the picturesque Medieval typical narrow streets, to go shopping and looking around the local handicrafts (coral jewels, precious laces, ceramics, pastries and much more). The day will end
with an overview of the beautiful Riviera dei Ciclopi. Back in Catania for dinner on your own and overnight in hotel.






Day 5 - Day at Leisure

Free day. Optional private excursions on request or to spend a day on the beach. Dinner on your own and overnight in hotel



Day 6 - Catania, Siracusa, Noto

After breakfast in hotel departure to Syracuse to visit the most beautiful and greatest Greek colony in Sicily and World Heritage Site! The visit will start with the Archaeological Park of Neapolis, with its Greek Theatre, the Roman Amphitheatre, the Latomie of Paradise and the Ear of Dionysius. Proceeding on and visit of the splendid Ortigia, a small island which is the historical centre of Syracuse. In Ortigia you will admire the beautiful Cathedral which dominates the square with its authoritative presence.
The façade is a powerfulSicilian-Baroque composition but it gives no hint that this building was once a Doric temple! From Piazza Duomo you will reach a wide terrace on the waterfront surrounding the famous Arethusa’s Fountain, one of the most famous fresh-water sources of the Greek world. Free time for lunch. Departure to Noto, the capital of Sicilian Baroque, famous for its fine buildings of the early eighteenth century and declared Unesco World Heritage Site. Inspired by Baroque ideals of “open city”, Noto is a rare masterpiece and the clearest example of theatrical tastes in 18th century architecture whose local limestone has been burnt gold by the sun.
Noto’s Baroque is a game of elegant curves, floral weaves, perspective views, palaces and gardens, capitals and ornaments that adorn the facades of churches and monasteries. Visit of Palazzo Nicolaci Villadorata, beautiful noble residence in Baroque style. Free time for a walk along the town. Transfer to Ragusa for dinner and overnight in hotel.







Day 7 - Ragusa, Modica, Piazza Armerina
Today visit of Ragusa Ibla and its historical centre cradle of Sicilian Baroque. Used as a location of the extremely popular Police Inspector Montalbano Tv series, it is today stated among the 44 Italian World Heritage Sites. This little precious ancient town hosts more than 50 churches and many Baroque architectural treasures! You will be fascinated by its Cathedral, situated in the beautiful Dome square and you will love the “Giardino Ibleo”, the oldest of the four main gardens in Ragusa… At 383 meters above sea level, from this beautiful garden you can admire a spectacular panorama! The tour proceeds towards Modica chest of innumerable Baroque architectural treasures and for this reason stated Unesco World Heritage Site. Walking along the tiny streets of this charming town, you will have a stop to visit Sabadì, one of the most renowned chocolate manufacturers whose chocolate has been awarded as the best Modica chocolate in the last 9 years!
You will enjoy a multisensorial chocolate tasting discovering the authentic Sicilian perfumes… the local nepitella (wild mint), the orange blossom honey, the raw PGI - quality Sicilian lemon and the PGI – quality Sicilian red orange are just some of the many flavours you can taste! Then you will enjoy savoring some local delicacies under the shadow of the amazing Orti di San Giorgio: 7 gardens suspended between light and beauty. A breath-taking panorama will be the setting of your relaxing lunch! The day goes on to the charming Piazza Armerina to visit the famous Villa Romana del Casale, Unesco World Heritage Site, to admire the splendid polychrome mosaics! This majestic villa, belonged to a member of the Roman Senatorial aristocracy, hosts prestigious mosaics representing mythological and historical episodes and scenes of hunting and entertainments: you will love it! Departure to Agrigento. Dinner and overnight in hotel.


























Day 8 - Agrigento, Marsala, Salt Road






































This morning the tour continues in Agrigento visiting the famous Valley of the Temples stated World Heritage Site. It was defined by Pyndar “the most beautiful city of mortals”. As one of the most prosperous of the ancient Greek cities on the island, Agrigento presents a remarkable series of Doric Temples of the 5th century.
Among hundreds of almond trees you will admire the rests of the ancient Akragas. You will see the “Temple of Hera”, the “Temple of Concordia” and the “Temple of Heracles”. Proceeding on, visit of the charming and wellknown town of Marsala, where Garibaldi went ashore in May 1860. Marsala is a Mediterranean modern city, divided between sea and land, featuring unforgettable colors: bright yellow, intense blue, strong red, dazzling white and natural green. After a walk along the city centre, guided tour of the Florio Cellars. The visit starts in front of the majestic giant vats, built at the end of the 19th century and still used for the refinement of Marsala wine. It continues inside the 3 fascinating barrel chambers, 165 meters long and running beneath 104 arches, under which 1.400 small barrels and about 600 larger barrels and vats of different capacities are arrayed, as c. 5.500.000 liters of Marsala wines age in silence and stillness. After a thirty minute tour through the barrel vaults, where the ancient tuff stone floor has been restored, you will reach the avant-garde tasting rooms named Donna Franca and Duca Enrico.
You will enjoy a delicious light lunch and a memorable wine tasting experience! The tour will continue visiting the popular Salt Road: here the salt marshes have given rise to one of the oldest salt-extracting industries in the world! Between Trapani and Marsala, the Salt Road is now protected for its interesting birdlife, and also as an important site of industrial archaeology. Transfer to Palermo, accommodation in hotel, free dinner and overnight.



Day 9 - Palermo, Erice, Segesta






































After breakfast in hotel, arrival to Erice, ancient town founded by the Elyms, which is castled on Mt S. Giuliano at 751 meters of altitude. This is a fascinating ancient village with tiny and narrow streets, Medieval arches and Spanish style courtyards which will seduce you!
Thanks to its elevated position you can enjoy a wonderful view: from one side the bay of Trapani, the salt pans and the Aegadian islands and from the other side the wide valley of Valderice, Custonaci and the hinterland countryside. You will visit Eryx city centre, its main cathedral and the Venere Castle. In the afternoon you will proceed towards Segesta, ancient Elymians colony dominated by a commanding and elegant solitary Doric temple. The wide hills dedicated to crop and pasture, and the few trees which space out the landscape are probably the same as thousands of years ago…
The few recent houses built, in fact, do not interfere with the natural beauty of these places. Visit of both the temple and the theatre which were built in the III century b.C. and are located 400 meters above sea level. Accommodation in hotel in Palermo, dinner on your own and
overnight.



Day 10 - Palermo,Departure






































After a buffet breakfast,nd of the tour and time to say bye bye Sicily. Possibility to extend your stay in Sicily with additional nights.












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What's Included :


9 nights accommodation in double room a selected 4* Hotel
Multilingual Tour leader and professional travel guide (English, Italian, Spanish) for the whole tour, local guides or audio-guides where necessary.
Daily Breakfast
5 Lunches at traditiona restaurants
2 Dinners
Etna : visit of a beekeeping honey company and honey and typical Sicilian preserves tasting

Catania : tasting of Sicilian “granita & brioche”

Palermo : tasting of local street food

Modica : visit of the well-known chocolate manufacturers Sabadì with tasting
Visit of a Winery and Wine Tasting in Marsala
Transportation during the whole tour in comfortable Air Con bus or minivan accordingly to the size of the group.
Transfer in from Catania Airport
Deluxe bus form day 2 to day 9

Whisper kit
Airport transfer on arrival


Not Included :
International flights
Travel insurance
All what not mentioned under "what's included"
Transfer out
Beverages
City tax where required
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Notes:




Possibility to extend the tour with pre and post night

Guaranteed departures


The tour is suitable for couples, solo travellers, seniors.

Tour of Sicily and Aeolian Islands - from Palermo



8 days 7 nights A unique Tour of Sicily to discover the beauties of this region in a fully escorted tour from Palermo to the enchanting Aeolian Islands,the journey will take you through several Unesco Heritage Sites, picturesque towns, panoramic views and the crystalline waters of the volcanic Aeolian Islands without forget the delicacies of the local cuisine.




All the accommodation are in centrally located 4* Hotels.


The group size is variable all departures are guaranteed without a minimum number of participants.





_______________________________________________________________________________________________ Itinerary


Day 1 - Palermo


Independent arrival at the hotel in the charming city of Palermo (optional private transfer on request). Meet with our tour-leader; dinner and overnight in hotel.



Day 2 - Palermo,Monreale


Afer breakfast in hotel, the morning will be spent visitng Monreale, its huge Norman Cathedral, proclaimed
the Eighth Wonder of the World, and its splendid Cloister in Arab-Norman style: admirable masterpiece of art,
sculpture, and semi-precious stones marquetry! Later you will discover the stunning Palermo, one of the
richest towns in the island for its history and art. Palermo stands on a bay dominated by Mount Pellegrino, a
headland described by Goethe as the loveliest he had ever seen. Visit of the wonderful Cathedral, the astonishing Martorana Church and the amazing Cappella Palatna, admirable example from an
historical and an artistic point of view, and a prove of how different cultures, religions and way of thinking
apparently incompatible can coexist. During the
day, you will have a stop for a surprise to taste the local street food in the famous Antica Focacceria San
Francesco. Free time for lunch. Along the path you will admire the famous Teatro Massimo and the debated
fountain in Pretoria Square, situated in the ancient Kalsa area and adorned with 16th century sculptures.
Dinner and overnight in hotel.



Day 3 - Palermo, Cefalu',Catania
A&er breakfast transfer to Cefalù, charming Medieval town situated at the northern coast of Sicily. Visit of its
stunning Norman Dome and free time to stroll through the town or to visit the famous and well-known
Mandralisca Museum. Arrival in Catania and lunch. Later on the tour will continue visiting
Catania’s historical centre stated Unesco World Heritage Site, with its original Baroque style and its unique
streets built with black lava stone. The colour scheme of the city-centre buildings is black and dark grey,
relieved with white limestone details around doors and windows.The walking
tour will start from the scenic Duomo square with its magnificent Cathedral and the famous “Liotru” statue,
antique lava-stone elephant, symbol of the city. Not far from here we will reach University Square and we will
have a walk along the splendid baroque Via dei Crociferi,,
where we will admire the famous S. Benedict Monastery, Unesco World Heritage Site. Continuing the visit
enjoy a break in a historical bar of the city centre to taste the typical “granita & brioche”. Dinner at the hotel or
in a restaurant nearby and overnight.




Day 4 - Etna, Taormina

This morning afer a short visit of the famous “pescheria” (the ancient fish market) in Catania, the tour will
continue with an excursion to the Mount Etna, the highest (c. 3350m) volcano in Europe and one of the largest
and most active in the world, nowadays Unesco World Heritage Site. Views of stunning landscapes will amaze you heading to Rifugio
Sapienza. You will reach the “Crateri Silvestri”, small volcanic cones now inactive, surrounded by ancient lava
flows. The view beyond the mountain’s hundreds of subsidiary cones and craters, can extend across the whole
of Sicily, the Aeolian islands and Calabria. The spectacle is unique! You will have a stop to enjoy the local
homemade honey and some typical products of the area. The tour continues towards Taormina, charming
town renowned for its magnificent position above the sea commanding a celebrated view of Etna. Free time for
lunch and in the a&ernoon visit of Taormina’s fascinating Greek theatre which will leave you breathless for its
commading view on Giardini Naxos bay and the Etna mountain! Free time for a nice walk among the
picturesque Medieval typical narrow streets, to go shopping and looking around the local handicra&s (coral
jewels, precious laces, ceramics, pastries and much more). The day will end with an overview of the beautiful
Riviera dei Ciclopi. Back to the hotel in Catania for dinner and overnight.



Day 5 - Catania,Lipari

Your holiday will continue with the Aeolian Islands extension without a tour leader. A&er breakfast, you will
have free time to enjoy the beautiful Catania.In the late morning,
private transfer to Milazzo. Boarding on the hydrofoil for Lipari island. Arrival at Lipari island and transfer to 4*
hotel. Free a&ernoon. Dinner and overnight in the hotel.




Day 6 - Lipari,Salina


After breakfast, full day excursion to Lipari & Salina islands. Leaving the harbour, the boat will skirt Lipari coast
and you will have a view of the Castle of Lipari, the Monte Rosa and Canneto. You will have time to swim in the
crystalline blue water of Pumice Cave beach. Proceeding on to Salina, the captain will show you the famous
Acquacalda bay. First stop will be on Santa Marina Salina the biggest town of the island. Our tour goes on along
Salina east side, visiting from the sea, Malfa village, Capofaro town and its Malvasia wineries; you will also stop
inside the Pollara bay,. The boat will then stop in the
charming fishermen's village Lingua where you will have free time to visit the island, its Lago Salato or enjoy
typical restaurants. Back to Lipari in the late afternoon. Dinner and overnight in
the hotel




Day 7 - Panarea,Stromboli






















Breakfast in hotel and departure from Lipari harbour for a full day excursion to Panarea & Stromboli. The excursion will then
continue to Panarea, where you will have the opportunity to visit the beautiful bay of Calajunco, above which
lies the prehistoric village of Cape Milazzese, and swim in Zimmari beach. Proceeding on, the boat will skirt
among the small islands nearby and you will have a stop in the charming Cava degli Innamorati. In Panarea,
you will have free time to have lunch, take a stroll through the elegant streets, or visit the prehistoric village
and have a nice swim. In the afernoon the excursion will continue to Stromboli. The first stop will be
Ginostra, a fascinating small fishing village. Once on the island, dinner and free time to stroll, take a swim or
doing shopping. In the warmer time of the year, among dips and long swims, it will be possible to enjoy
stunning beaches and volcanic caves. Back to the boat at sunset, you will admire Strombolicchio, a gigantic
rock and the Sciara del Fuoco, a stunning volcanic explosion of reddish lapilli creating lava rivers reaching the
sea!



Day 8 - Taormina






































Breakfast in hotel, transfer to Lipari harbour to take the hydrofoil for Milazzo. Once arriving in Milazzo, there will be a driver waiting for you for a private transfer to Taormina.
Free day. You can enjoy the Medieval village visiting its historical monuments, or doing shopping buying some
of the local handicraft products. As an alternative you can relax by the sea and enjoy the colors and scents of
its Mediterranean vegetation... We suggest to visit Isola Bella, one of the most enchanting beaches in Sicily,
also called the "Pearl of the Mediterranean" thanks to its particular location and vegetation: a perfect mix of
tropical plants and local flora! Dinner and overnight in hotel.



Day 9 - Taormina,Departure






































Breakfast in hotel and end of services. Private transfers or excursions available.













________________________________________________________________________________________________ What's Included :


8 nights accommodation in double room at selected 4* Hotel
Multilingual Tour leader and professional travel guide (English) for the whole tour (from the evening of the 1st day to the evening of the 4th day), local guides or audio-guides where necessary.
Visit of the main suggesve Unesco World Heritage Sites: Monreale, Palermo, Cefalù, Catania city centre, Etna
Deluxe bus from day 2 to day 4

Daily Breakfast
7 dinners in hotels or local restaurants (dinner – 3 main courses fixed menu - beverages not included)
1 Lunch
Packed lunch instead of dinner on the day of Panarea and Stromboli excursion

Tasting of Sicilian typical products: Palermo (day 2) local street food; Catania (day 3): tasting of Sicilian “granita &
brioche” Etna (day 4) visit of a beekeeping honey company and honey tasting

Private transfer Catania Hotel - Milazzo Harbour

Transfer Lipari Harbour – Lipari Hotel
Private transfer Milazzo Harbour-Taormina hotel Private transfers Palermo airport/hotel in Palermo
2 Excursion by boat in Lipari,Salina,Panarea and Stromboli - group tour, without a guide
Hydrofoil back and forth Milazzo - Lipari -Milazzo

Aeolian Islands city tax


Not Included :
International flights
Travel insurance - ask us a quote
All what not mentioned under "what's included"
Entrance fees at monuments/museums

Tour leader in Aeolian Islands
Transfer out
Beverages
City tax where required
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Notes:


The tour is a fully escorted group tour
Tour leader in English,Spanish,Italian language
Possibility to extend the tour with pre and post night

Guaranteed departures


The tour is suitable for couples, solo travellers, seniors.
NB: Please note the company is not responsible for any disrupon due to weather and sea condions
concerning all hydrofoil and ferry crossings among the islands.

Private Tour of Sicily from Palermo to Palermo

You will discover the most fascinating sites and masterpieces that make this island “unique”, staying in prestigious hotels, that harmonize comfort, elegance and charm with the beauty of the island. Take advantage of this itinerary to explore Sicily with the convenience of a completely private tour, with driver and local guides to show you up the masterpieces of this unique region The tours has been enriched with several wine and food experiences, tasting of local specialties and several meals included as well as daily breakfast and dinner.

____________________________________________________ Itinerary


Day 1 - Palermo


Private transfer from Palermo Airport to Hotel Palazzo Sitano or similar. Dinner in Hotel or at local restaurant.Overnight



Day 2 - Cefalù,Piazza Armerina,Catania


Depart to Cefalù, charming coastal town, a former fishing village which is also home to a breathtaking Norman Cathedral, famous for its Mosaic of Christ Pantocractor – a stunning Byzantine mosaic that’s considered as one of the most important pieces of religious artwork in Sicily. Take a stroll to the city centre and down main street to reach the Cathedral and the medieval wash-house built in the rock. depart to Piazza Armerina in the inland of Sicily, to visit the worldwide known Villa Romana del Casale: it is the richest, largest and most complex collection of late Roman mosaics in the world and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Continue to Catania. Accommodation, dinner and overnight at the Romano House Hotel 4* in Catania or similar



Day 3 - Catania,Mt. Etna,Taormina

After a buffet breakfast, weather conditions permitting, excursion to Mount Etna, the highest active volcano in Europe. Across fascinating landscape, we will reach a height of 1900 metres to visit the Sylvester Craters where you can enjoy a spectacular panorama over the Ionian Sea. . Continue to Taormina, charming city called "the pearl of the Ionian Sea",founded in 400 BC and beautifully located overlooking the sea and the peak of Mount Etna.Enjoy time at leisure to shop for handmade lace, coral jewels, ceramics, home-made sweets and preserves down “Corso Umberto” or simply walk through its tiny streets. Individual visit of the fascinating Greek-Roman theatre. Back to your Hotel in Catania: dinner and overnight.



Day 4 - Siracusa,Noto,Ragusa

After a buffet breakfast, depart to Syracuse to visit the most beautiful Greek colony of Sicily. Visit of the archaeological park “Neapolis”, including the famous Latomie of the Paradise, the Greek Theatre and the Dyonisios “Ear”. Visit the island of Ortigia, the small baroque old city centre of Siracusa: here you can admire the Cathedral, which is built on the site of the Temple of Minerva, the legendary “Fontana Arethusa” and the Temple of Apollo. Time at leisure in Ortigia and lunch on your own. In the afternoon, proceed to Noto, one of the most beautiful cities in Sicily renowned for the harmony and unity of its Baroque style and today declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. The splendid cathedral is one of the most famous buildings in Noto. Proceed to Ragusa: accommodation and dinner at the Hotel Poggio del Sole Resort or similar . Overnight



Day 5 - Ragusa,Modica,Agrigento


After a buffet breakfast, visit of the ancient city Ragusa Ibla cradle of Sicilian baroque with its Cathedral,situated in the beautiful square of the Dome and the " Giardino Ibleo " .Depart to Modica to visit the city divided into two parts: Modica “Bassa” and “Alta”. Modica is also a UNESCO site and is famous for its Baroque churches and scenographic squares; tasting of the famous chocolate (Xocoatl) made with ancient methods brought to Sicily with Spanish domination. In the afternoon, proceed to Agrigento to visit themagnificent Valley Of Temples of Agrigento, a UNESCO World Heritage Site: the Temple of Concord, which is in almost perfectly preserved conditions, Juno and Heracles that represent the most beautiful example of the Greek Civilization in Sicily. Accommodation, dinner and overnight at Hotel Dioscori Bay Palace or similar.



Day 6 - Agrigento,Selinunte,Marsala


After a buffet breakfast, depart to the Archaeological Park of Selinunte, the largest in the Mediterranean area with the impressive Temples and Acropolis. Stop in a local farmhouse famous for olive oil production where, before lunch, it will be possible to have an oil tasting of local production. Continue to Marsala, a city on the western coast famous for its production of sweet Sicilian wine. Visit of the historical centre and stop to a prestigious winery, where we can enjoy a wine tasting and learn about local production. Proceed to Palermo. Accommodation, dinner in Hotel or at a local restaurant overnight at Hotel Politeama 4* or Similar .




Day 7 - Palermo,Monreale






















After a buffet breakfast,visit of the capital of Sicily Palermo , one of the richest towns in the island for its history and art: we will visit the wonderful Arab-Norman Cathedral ( during the Holy mass,exterior visit only);the stunning Cappella Palatina,mirable exemple from an historic and artistic point of view of how different cultures,religions and way of thinking apparently incompatible can coexist; the debated fountain in Pretoria Square adorned with XVI century sculptures followed by Santa Caterina Baroque church and its cloister. Lunch on your own. In the afternoon proceed to Monreale to visit its huge Norman Cathedral recognized as a Unesco Heritage Site and proclaimed one of the eight Wonder of the World. We will visit also its cloister in Arab Norman style,admirable masterpiece of art. The rest of the afternoon is at leisure. Dinner in Hotel and overnight.


Day 8 - Palermo,Departure






































After a buffet breakfast, private transfer to Palermo Airport. End of the tour and time to say bye bye Sicily. Possibility to extend your stay in Sicily with additional nights.













________________________________________________________________________________________________ What's Included :


7 nights accommodation in double room a selected 4* Hotel
Private driver/guide during the whole tour
Daily Breakfast
3 Dinners at the Hotel restaurant
3 Lunches ( Street food tasting in Palermo, Local restaurant, Etna Mt. Lunch *new 2024)
Almond pastries tasting
Welcome cocktail
Tasting of typical Sicilian products chocolate in Modica
Wine and Honey Tasting at Etna Mt. with lunch )
Visit of a Winery and Wine Tasting in Marsala Private vehicle with driver during the entire tour
Transfer from Palermo Airport In/out
4 h local guide in Palermo * from 2024
2 h local guide in Agrigento Valley of the Temples * from 2024
2 h local guide in Siracusa * from 2024
Porterage at hotels


Not Included :
International flights
Travel insurance
All what not mentioned under "what's included"
Beverages
City tax where required
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Notes:


The tour is completely private
Possibility to extend the tour with pre and post night

Guaranteed departures


The tour is suitable for couples, solo travellers, seniors.