Itinerary
- Day 1
Palermo
You'll land at Palermo Airport and get a private transfer to Hotel Palazzo Sitano or a similar property. Once you're settled in your room, grab dinner either at the hotel restaurant or head out to a local spot in the area.
- Day 2
Piazza Armerina - Catania
Head to Cefalu, a coastal town where you'll see the Norman Cathedral and its Mosaic of Christ Pantocrator up close. Walk around the city center and check out the medieval wash-house carved into the rock. From there, travel inland to Piazza Armerina to visit Villa Romana del Casale, a UNESCO site known for its collection of late Roman mosaics. You'll end the day in Catania, staying near Etna's Park.
Included Activities
- Visit Norman Cathedral in Cefalù with Mosaic of Christ Pantocrator
- Explore medieval wash-house in Cefalù
- Visit Villa Romana del Casale in Piazza Armerina
Landmarks/POIs Norman Cathedral of Cefalù Villa Romana del Casale - Day 3
Taormina
After breakfast, take an excursion up Mount Etna, Europe's tallest active volcano, reaching 1900 meters to see the Sylvester Craters with views over the Ionian Sea (weather allowing). Next, head to Taormina where you'll have free time to shop for handmade lace, coral jewelry, and ceramics on Corso Umberto or wander the narrow streets. Check out the Greek-Roman theatre at your own pace before heading back to your Catania hotel for dinner on your own.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Buffet breakfast)
Included Activities
- Excursion to Mount Etna with visit to Sylvester Craters at 1900 metres
- Individual visit of Greek-Roman theatre in Taormina
Optional Activities
- Shopping for handmade lace, coral jewels, ceramics in Taormina
Landmarks/POIs Mount Etna Sylvester Craters Greek-Roman Theatre of Taormina - Day 4
Noto - Ragusa
After breakfast, travel to Syracuse to explore Sicily's most important Greek colony. Visit Neapolis archaeological park, which includes the Latomie of the Paradise, the Greek Theatre, and the Ear of Dionysius. Then explore Ortigia island with its Baroque buildings, the Cathedral (built where the Temple of Minerva once stood), the Fontana Arethusa, and the Temple of Apollo. You'll have free time for lunch in Ortigia. In the afternoon, head to Noto to see its Baroque architecture (a UNESCO site), then continue to Ragusa for your accommodation.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Buffet breakfast)
Included Activities
- Visit archaeological park Neapolis in Syracuse including Latomie of the Paradise and Greek Theatre
- Explore Ortigia island with Cathedral, Fontana Arethusa, and Temple of Apollo
- Visit Noto Cathedral and Baroque city
Landmarks/POIs Neapolis Archaeological Park Greek Theatre of Syracuse Ear of Dionysius Cathedral of Syracuse Fontana Arethusa Temple of Apollo Cathedral of Noto - Day 5
Modica - Agrigento
Start with breakfast, then head to Ragusa Ibla to see the Cathedral in Piazza del Duomo and the Giardino Ibleo garden. Next, go to Modica to walk through its two sections with Baroque churches and scenic squares, and try some of the local chocolate. Later, travel to Agrigento to visit the Valley of Temples, a UNESCO site, where you'll see the well-preserved Temple of Concord and the temples of Juno and Heracles.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Buffet breakfast), Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit Ragusa Ibla Cathedral and Giardino Ibleo
- Explore Modica with Baroque churches and scenographic squares
- Tasting of traditional Sicilian chocolate in Modica
- Visit Valley of Temples in Agrigento including Temple of Concord, Juno, and Heracles
Landmarks/POIs Cathedral of Ragusa Ibla Giardino Ibleo Valley of Temples Temple of Concord Temple of Juno Temple of Heracles - Day 6
Marsala - Palermo
After breakfast, explore the Archaeological Park of Selinunte, the largest in the Mediterranean, with its temples and acropolis. Stop at a local farmhouse to taste their olive oil before lunch. Continue to Marsala on the western coast to walk through the historic center and visit a winery for tastings and to learn about how they make their wine. You'll finish in Palermo with accommodation and dinner on your own.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Buffet breakfast)
Included Activities
- Visit Archaeological Park of Selinunte with temples and acropolis
- Olive oil tasting at local farmhouse
- Wine tasting at winery in Marsala
Landmarks/POIs Archaeological Park of Selinunte Marsala Historic Centre - Day 7
Monreale
Start with breakfast, then explore Palermo, Sicily's capital. Visit the Arab-Norman Cathedral (you'll see the outside during mass times), the Cappella Palatina with its mix of cultural and religious influences, Pretoria Square with its sixteenth-century fountain, and the Santa Caterina church and cloister. You'll have free time for lunch. In the afternoon, go to Monreale to see its huge Norman Cathedral (a UNESCO site) and its Arab-Norman cloister. The rest of your afternoon is yours to do as you like.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Buffet breakfast)
Included Activities
- Visit Arab-Norman Cathedral in Palermo (exterior visit)
- Visit Cappella Palatina
- See Pretoria Square fountain
- Visit Santa Caterina Baroque church and cloister
- Visit Monreale Cathedral (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
- Visit Monreale cloister in Arab-Norman style
Landmarks/POIs Cathedral of Palermo Cappella Palatina Pretoria Square Santa Caterina Church Monreale Cathedral - Day 8
Palermo
After breakfast, get a private transfer to Palermo Airport. Your time in Sicily wraps up here.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Buffet breakfast)
