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- Platinum Operator
- Contiki
- Explorer
- Curated to ignite your sense of adventure
- Group Tour
- Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
- Fully Guided
- An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
- Guided in English
- Group Size 8 - 24
- Ages 18-35
Places You’ll See
Highlights
- Explore Catania's UNESCO historic core
- Ride a cable car to Taormina's beaches
- Tour Mt Etna's vineyards and orchards
- Visit Syracuse and Noto's historic sites
- Discover the Valley of the Temples
Itinerary
- Introduction
- Day 1 Start Catania
- Day 2 Catania to Taormina
- Day 3 Taormina
- Day 4 Taormina to Syracuse via Noto
- Day 5 Syracuse to Cefalù via Valley of the Temples
- Day 6 Cefalù
- Day 7 Cefalù to Palermo
- Day 8 End Palermo
What's Included
- Accommodation
- Guide
- Meals
- Additional Services
- Transport
- Free eSIMTourRadar offers the lead traveler (the person who booked) a free 1GB eSIM for the trip. The eSIM is redeemable only through the TourRadar app 72 hours before departure.
What's Not Included
- Flights
- Insurance
- Optional
- Additional Services
Where You'll Stay
Mercure Catania Excelsior (or similar)
Hotelday 1Hotel Isabella (or similar)
HotelDays 2, 3Main Palace Hotel (or similar)
HotelDays 2, 3Panorama Palace Hotel (or similar)
Hotelday 4Hotel La Giara (or similar)
HotelDays 5, 6Ibis Styles President (or similar)
Hotelday 7Hotel Federico II Central Palace (or similar)
Hotelday 7
Operated by
Contiki
Number of tours
731
Age Range
18 to 35 years old
Response time
3 hours
Response rate
92%
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Customer Reviews
- ava· August 26th, 2025trip was organised & well curated to ensure everyone had a good experienceShow more
- Dylan· August 25th, 2025Courtney our trip manager is amazing. She did a wonderful job of making the trip special, bonding the group together and bonding with us. The extra effort she puts into the daily tips and tricks doesn't go unnoticed.Show more
- Eamonn· August 20th, 2025Courtney is an incredible guide! We felt privileged to have her running our contiki tour, and feel she balanced the responsibility and duties of her role with the social and fun aspect of travelling perfectly. Courtney’s effort for the day sheets, planning and recommendations deserves commendation, and her history lessons are legendary. We love Courtney!Show more
Dates & Availability
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- Instant Confirmation-5%From Wednesday24 Sep, 2025To Wednesday1 Oct, 2025EnglishFilling FastThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:$3,976NZ $3,777 per personMultiple Room Types
- From Sunday5 Oct, 2025To Sunday12 Oct, 2025This departure date is not available or sold outSold outFrom:NZ $3,976 per person
- Instant ConfirmationFrom Sunday10 May, 2026To Sunday17 May, 2026EnglishFrom:NZ $2,931 per personMultiple Room Types
- Instant ConfirmationFrom Sunday7 Jun, 2026To Sunday14 Jun, 2026EnglishFilling FastFrom:NZ $3,306 per personMultiple Room Types
- Instant ConfirmationFrom Wednesday24 Jun, 2026To Wednesday1 Jul, 2026EnglishFrom:NZ $3,019 per personMultiple Room Types
- Instant ConfirmationFrom Sunday12 Jul, 2026To Sunday19 Jul, 2026EnglishFilling FastThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:NZ $3,438 per personMultiple Room Types
- Instant ConfirmationFrom Wednesday22 Jul, 2026To Wednesday29 Jul, 2026EnglishFilling FastFrom:NZ $3,750 per personMultiple Room Types
- Instant ConfirmationFrom Sunday6 Sep, 2026To Sunday13 Sep, 2026EnglishFrom:NZ $3,350 per personMultiple Room Types
- Instant ConfirmationFrom Sunday13 Sep, 2026To Sunday20 Sep, 2026EnglishFrom:NZ $3,372 per personMultiple Room Types
- Instant ConfirmationFrom Wednesday23 Sep, 2026To Wednesday30 Sep, 2026EnglishFrom:NZ $3,045 per personMultiple Room Types
What our customers ask about this tour
The content in our FAQ section is subject to change.- S
Steffi
Asked on March 20th, 2025How do I request a letter for my visa application?
ContikiOperator•Written March 2025You can contact us for assistance in obtaining a confirmation letter for your visa application.
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Martinus
Asked on February 8th, 2025Can I pay using a specific card type for this trip?
- ContikiOperator•Written February 2025
You can inquire about payment methods when booking your trip; various options are generally available.
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Toni
Asked on December 18th, 2024Can I request a single room during the trip?
- ContikiOperator•Written December 2024
Single rooms are available for an additional cost.
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Philippe
Asked on December 14th, 2024What type of transportation will be used during the tour?
- ContikiOperator•Written December 2024
Transportation will be via Contiki motorcoaches.
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Dana
Asked on December 14th, 2024What should I do if I want to change my payment plan?
- ContikiOperator•Written December 2024
You can discuss modifying your payment plan options with our customer service team.
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Joan
Asked on December 2nd, 2024Will accommodation be shared with the same gender?
- ContikiOperator•Written December 2024
Shared accommodation is typically with other travelers of the same gender.
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Bonnie
Asked on August 6th, 2024Is there information about the group composition for this tour? What is the gender distribution and current number of participants and their ages?
- ContikiOperator•Written August 2024
The September 8, 2024 departure is confirmed and available. This trip accommodates a maximum of 24 travelers.
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Jean
Asked on June 5th, 2024Which hotels will you be using? Also, could you give us a quote for round trip airfare from San Diego for one couple and Seattle for the other?
- ContikiOperator•Written June 2024
The hotel for this trip is being finalized as the tour is set to depart in September 2025. Contiki trips are specifically tailored for individuals aged 18 to 35 years old. TourRadar doesn't include international airfare, but travelers can search flight prices through our website.
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Jean
Traveler•Written June 2024Since we are not in your targeted age group, we will continue our search elsewhere.
J1 more answer - K
Kirsten Janieke
Asked on April 12th, 2024Is there a cancellation policy if I don't get my visa?
- ContikiOperator•Written April 2024
Cancelation policies may apply based on the timing of your cancellation; it's essential to review these details.
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Nicholas
Asked on April 3rd, 2024When will I know who else is joining the trip?
- ContikiOperator•Written April 2024
You will have access to a chat feature 30 days before your departure to connect with other travelers.
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