DAY 1, Friday - Depart for Italy
Depart for Italy
DAY 2, Saturday - Arrive in Catania
Benvenuti! Arrive on the island of Sicily, rich in history, culture, and tradition. Transfer to your hotel in Catania. The remainder of the day is at leisure to start exploring one of Sicily's most important cities. Your tour will begin with an orientation meeting with your Tour Manager at approximately 6 PM, followed by dinner. We recommend that you select flights which arrive no later than 4 PM
Overnight: Catania
Meals: Dinner
DAY 3, Sunday - Catania City Tour
Begin the day with a city tour of Catania, a wonderful combination of ancient and modern nestled under the shadow of Mt. Etna, the tallest active volcano in Europe. After the city was destroyed in the 17th century, the entire old part of the city was rebuilt in Baroque style with large wide-open squares. The afternoon is at leisure to discover the city on your own. Or, take the optional tour to the old-world resort city of Taormina, also known as the "Jewel of the Ionian Sea." The tour is highlighted by the city's most notable archaeological monument, the Greek Theater, one of the most celebrated in Sicily
Optional: Taormina Tour (PM)
Overnight: Catania
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 4, Monday - Syracuse, Travel to Ragusa
Today, depart Catania for Syracuse. Step back in time to the glorious days of Greek Sicily and explore the birthplace of Archimedes. Visit the archaeological park, the Roman amphitheater, and the "Ear of Dionysius," an awe-inspiring artificial limestone cave renowned for its outstanding acoustics. After free time on your own, continue to Ragusa, arriving in the afternoon
Overnight: Ragusa
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 5, Tuesday - Walking Tour of Ragusa
Your day of exploration begins with a walking tour of Ragusa. Take in the Baroque atmosphere of Ragusa-Ibla, with its maze of narrow streets, lined with imposing churches, and stunning palaces. Spend the afternoon at leisure to discover the delights of Ragusa, or join the optional Donnafugata Castle Tour. Embark on a journey through the pristine landscapes of Sicily where the Castle of Donnafugata awaits. This enchanting castle seamlessly blends styles from various ages, creating a harmonious fusion of history and captivating legends. Explore the lavishly decorated rooms, each filled with period furniture, intricate frescoes, and antiques showcasing the opulent lifestyle of eighteenth-century Sicilian aristocracy
Optional: Donnafugata Castle Tour
Overnight: Ragusa
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 6, Wednesday - Valley of Temples, Travel to Palermo
This morning, drive to Agrigento to discover the impressive Valley of the Temples, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This archaeological park is the largest in the world with the best-preserved temple ruins outside of mainland Greece. Savor lunch featuring some of the area's local delicacies before continuing to Palermo. Check into your hotel in late afternoon
Overnight: Palermo
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 7, Thursday - Palermo Historic Center City Tour
This morning, take a walking tour of Palermo's historical center, with its incredible mix of architectural styles, including its magnificent cathedral. In the afternoon, discover the vibrant capital of Sicily on your own, with its winding alleyways and colorful back streets, or linger over a cup of coffee at a local café and sample an authentic Sicilian pastry. Perhaps participate in the optional Palermo Wine Tasting. Enjoy a wine tasting experience just outside Palermo, where you'll savor four local wines paired with traditional Sicilian delicacies. Take a tour through the barrel rooms where the wines mature, and learn about Sicily's winemaking heritage
Optional: Palermo Wine Tasting (PM)
Overnight: Palermo
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 8, Friday - Cefalu, Travel to Catania
Depart Palermo this morning and travel to the charming fisherman village of Cefalu, with its ancient houses facing the sea. Stroll through the medieval streets to the Piazza del Duomo and experience the beauty of this pearl of the Tyrrhenian Sea. Then, continue on to Catania and check into your hotel. Tonight, bid farewell to your Tour Manager on your last night in Sicily
Overnight: Catania
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 9, Saturday - Depart Italy
Arrivederci! Transfer to the airport for your departure flight
Meals: Breakfast
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