Itinerary
- Day 1
Arrival in Catania
You'll arrive at your hotel in Catania and have the rest of the day to settle in. Take it easy, get comfortable in your room, and grab dinner whenever you feel like it this evening.
Optional Activities
- Private transfer from Catania Airport to hotel (available on request)
- Day 2
Catania to Syracuse to Noto to Ragusa
After breakfast at the hotel, you're heading to Syracuse, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Walk through the Archaeological Park of Neapolis to see the Greek Theatre, Roman Amphitheatre, and the Ear of Dionysus. Then check out Ortigia island and its Cathedral, which was built right on top of ancient Greek temple ruins. You'll also see Arethusa's Fountain before grabbing lunch on your own. Later you'll travel to Noto to look at the 18th-century baroque architecture, and finally head to Ragusa for dinner and the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast (International breakfast in hotel), Dinner (Dinner in hotel to taste Sicilian traditional cuisine)
Included Activities
- Breakfast in hotel
- Visit Archaeological Park of Neapolis
- Visit Greek Theatre in Syracuse
- Visit Roman Amphitheatre
- Visit Latomies of Paradise
- Visit Ear of Dionysus
- Visit Ortigia island
- Visit Cathedral in Ortigia
- Visit Arethusa's Fountain
- Explore Noto
- Dinner in Ragusa
Optional Activities
- Lunch (free - own arrangement)
Landmarks/POIs Archaeological Park of Neapolis Greek Theatre of Syracuse Roman Amphitheatre of Syracuse Latomies of Paradise Ear of Dionysus Ortigia Cathedral of Syracuse Arethusa's Fountain - Day 3
Ragusa to Modica to Piazza Armerina to Agrigento
You'll start after breakfast by exploring Ragusa Ibla with its baroque churches and palaces (this is where they filmed Commissario Montalbano). From there, head to Modica for a chocolate tasting at the Sabadeci factory, then have lunch at a local spot. Next stop is Piazza Armerina to see the Villa Romana del Casale with its incredible Roman mosaics. By evening you'll be in Agrigento for dinner and to stay the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast (International breakfast in hotel), Lunch (Lunch in exclusive restaurant), Dinner (Dinner in hotel to taste Sicilian traditional cuisine)
Included Activities
- Breakfast in hotel
- Visit Ragusa Ibla
- Visit chocolate factory Sabadì with tasting in Modica
- Visit Villa Romana del Casale
- Lunch in local restaurant
- Dinner in Agrigento hotel
Landmarks/POIs Ragusa Ibla Modica Villa Romana del Casale - Day 4
Agrigento to Marsala to Palermo
Begin with the Valley of the Temples, where you'll walk around the ancient ruins of Akragas, including the Temple of Juno, Temple of Concord, and Temple of Hercules. Later you'll travel to Marsala to see its baroque architecture and visit the famous Florio Cellars where they make Marsala wine. Have a light lunch with wine tasting, then take a walk along the Salt Road past the old salt pans and windmills overlooking the Stagnone Islands. You'll finish up in Palermo with dinner and overnight.
- Meals
- Breakfast (International breakfast in hotel), Lunch (Light lunch accompanied by wines produced by Florio), Dinner (Dinner in hotel to taste Sicilian traditional cuisine)
Included Activities
- Breakfast in hotel
- Visit Valley of the Temples
- Visit Temple of Juno
- Visit Temple of Concord
- Visit Temple of Hercules
- Walk through Marsala
- Visit Florio Cellars with wine tasting
- Light lunch accompanied by wines
- Walk Salt Road
- View Stagnone Islands
- View salt pans
- Dinner in Palermo hotel
Landmarks/POIs Valley of the Temples Temple of Juno Temple of Concord Temple of Hercules Marsala Stagnone Islands - Day 5
Palermo and Monreale
After breakfast, you're traveling to Monreale to visit the Cathedral, which is considered one of the most important examples of Arab-Norman art. Check out the Cloister with its decorated columns and stone inlays. Back in Palermo, you'll see the Cathedral and the Martorana Church with Byzantine mosaics, plus the Cappella Palatina in the Norman Palace. Take a lunch break to try local products, then wander through the historic center to see the Teatro Massimo opera house and Pretoria Square. You'll have free time for dinner and overnight.
- Meals
- Breakfast (International breakfast in hotel), Lunch (Lunch break to enjoy local products), Dinner (Dinner in hotel to taste Sicilian traditional cuisine)
Included Activities
- Breakfast in hotel
- Visit Cathedral of Monreale
- Visit Cloister of Monreale
- Visit Cathedral of Palermo
- Visit Martorana Church
- Visit Cappella Palatina
- Walk historic centre of Palermo
- View Teatro Massimo
- View fountain in Pretoria Square
- Lunch break to enjoy local products
- Dinner in Palermo hotel
Landmarks/POIs Cathedral of Monreale Cloister of Monreale Cathedral of Palermo Martorana Church Cappella Palatina Teatro Massimo Pretoria Square - Day 6
Cefalù to Catania
After breakfast, you're heading to Cefalù, a seaside village overlooking the Mediterranean. You'll visit the Norman Cathedral with its Byzantine mosaics and have free time to walk around the streets. There's also an optional Mandralisca Museum if you're interested. Grab lunch at a local restaurant, then continue to Catania. Explore the historic center with its dark lava stone baroque architecture. Start at Duomo Square to see the Cathedral of Sant'Agata and the famous Lavica Stone Elephant. Visit University Square and walk Via dei Crociferi with its baroque churches and S. Benedict Monastery. Take a break at a historic bar for granita and brioche, then have dinner on your own and stay the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast (International breakfast in hotel), Lunch (Lunch in local restaurant to taste Sicilian cuisine), Snack (Tasting of Sicilian granita and brioche), Dinner (Dinner in hotel to taste Sicilian traditional cuisine)
Included Activities
- Breakfast in hotel
- Visit Norman Cathedral in Cefalù
- Lunch in local restaurant
- Visit Duomo Square in Catania
- Visit Cathedral of Sant'Agata
- View Lavica Stone Elephant
- Visit University Square
- Walk Via dei Crociferi
- Visit S. Benedict Monastery
- Tasting of Sicilian granita and brioche in historic bar
- Dinner in Catania hotel
Optional Activities
- Visit Mandralisca Museum in Cefalù
- Free time to walk through streets of Cefalù
Landmarks/POIs Norman Cathedral of Cefalù Cefalù Duomo Square Cathedral of Sant'Agata Lavica Stone Elephant University Square Via dei Crociferi S. Benedict Monastery - Day 7
Catania to Mount Etna to Taormina
You'll start with breakfast and visit the pescheria, Catania's fish market, then head to Mount Etna, Europe's highest active volcano and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The landscapes there feature lava flows and interesting plant life. You'll reach Rifugio Sapienza for views of Etna and explore the Crateri Silvestri, which are inactive volcanic cones. Try some local honey and artisanal products. After that, travel to Taormina with a lunch stop in town. See the Greco-Roman Theatre with views of the Gulf of Naxos, then have free time to explore or shop before heading back to the hotel for dinner.
- Meals
- Breakfast (International breakfast in hotel), Lunch (Lunch in exclusive restaurant in Taormina historic centre), Dinner (Dinner in hotel to taste Sicilian traditional cuisine)
Included Activities
- Breakfast in hotel
- Visit pescheria fish market in Catania
- Visit Rifugio Sapienza on Mount Etna
- Explore Crateri Silvestri
- Tasting of artisanal honey and local products
- Lunch in restaurant in Taormina historic centre
- Visit Greco-Roman Theatre
- Dinner in Taormina hotel
Optional Activities
- Free time to explore Taormina
- Shopping in local boutiques and craft shops
Landmarks/POIs Mount Etna Rifugio Sapienza Crateri Silvestri Greco-Roman Theatre of Taormina - Day 8
Castelmola and Savoca
After breakfast, you'll go to Castelmola near Taormina, a hilltop village with views over the Ionian Sea. Walk through the narrow alleys and squares, then head up to the ruins of the Castello di Mola. Later you'll visit Savoca, another beautiful village on a rocky hill with medieval and baroque architecture. Walk through the alleys and see the actual film location from The Godfather, including the Vitelli bar where Al Pacino's character has that famous scene. You'll also visit the Church of Santa Lucia where the wedding scene was filmed. Get back to Taormina for free afternoon time, then have dinner and overnight at the hotel.
- Meals
- Breakfast (International breakfast in hotel), Dinner (Dinner in hotel to taste Sicilian traditional cuisine)
Included Activities
- Breakfast in hotel
- Visit Castelmola village
- Walk to Piazza Sant'Antonino
- Visit ruins of Castello di Mola
- Visit Savoca village
- Visit The Godfather open-air film set
- Visit Vitelli bar
- Visit Church of Santa Lucia
- Dinner in Taormina hotel
Optional Activities
- Free afternoon in Taormina
Landmarks/POIs Castelmola Piazza Sant'Antonino Castello di Mola Savoca Church of Santa Lucia - Day 9
Free Day in Taormina
You have a free day in Taormina to spend however you like. Explore the medieval village and its historical sites, shop for local handicrafts, or just relax by the sea. You can also visit Isola Bella, one of Sicily's well-known beaches with tropical plants and local flora. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
- Meals
- Breakfast (International breakfast in hotel), Dinner (Dinner in hotel to taste Sicilian traditional cuisine)
Included Activities
- Breakfast in hotel
- Dinner in Taormina hotel
Optional Activities
- Explore medieval village and historical monuments
- Shopping for local handicraft products
- Relax by the sea
- Visit Isola Bella beach
Landmarks/POIs Taormina Isola Bella - Day 10
Departure from Taormina
After breakfast at the hotel, your time in Sicily comes to an end. It's time to say goodbye to the island and get ready for your departure.
- Meals
- Breakfast (International breakfast in hotel)
Included Activities
- Breakfast in hotel
