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Taormina

Highlights

  • Self-drive five day mini break holiday
  • Optional self-guided visits to Mt. Etna, Catania, Siracuse
  • Tour Code: SINV121
  • Itinerary - click for more

    Day 1: Taormina Area
    Arrival at Catania airport. After picking up your rental vehicle, head north towards Taormina area. Arrive and check into your hotel. On this day there are no planned activities. Free time to discover the city on your own.Dinner and Overnight in Taormina area.

    Day 2: Taormina Area
    Breakfast at the hotel. Today you are free to relax and explore the surroundings or have a swim on the beach or spend a day in Castiglione di Sicilia and Alcantara Gorges.
    Dinner and overnight in Taormina area.

    Suggested itinerary:
    Drive to to Castiglione di Sicilia, a small medieval town also known as the “wine city”, where we you can admire It’s legendary castle, rich palaces and churches. “Cannizzu” – a lookout tower split in two after being hit by lightning – is really impressive. Santa Domenica’s Church is also worth a visit; it is a rare, valuable example of Byzantine domed building of the seventh century. Then discover Francavilla di Sicilia, a stunning town in the Alcantara valley, where a violent battle occurred between the Spaniards and Austrians in the 16th Century. Here you can also visit the Capucin Monastery, founded in the 16th Century. Continue to Alcantara Gorges (Gole dell’Alcantara). The water in the river is always cool, it attracts hundreds wishing to take a refreshing dip on hot summer days. To get down into the gorge you can either take the stairs or there is an elevator that will whisk you down the 50 meters to the river. The small beach area is great for getting your feet wet, sunbathing, or if you desire to jump in there are areas you can dive in.

    Day 3: Etna and Taormina
    Breakfast at the hotel. Today you are free to relax and explore the surroundings or have a swim on the beach or spend a day in Etna and Taormina.  Dinner and overnight in Taormina area.

    Suggested Itinerary:
    Drive to the Mt. Etna, the highest peak of Sicily and the most active volcano in Europe. The territory surrounding the volcano constitutes the “Park of Etna”, one of the largest protected areas in Italy: You will be astonished about the great variety of vegetation and landscapes that we will meet along the way before arriving at the “Silvestri Craters” (about 1.900 mt). From here on you will have the option to continue the excursion by jeep and cableway. Drive to Taormina. As you walk and discover the amazing town of Taormina, you will see beautiful old buildings, including the 15th-century Palazzo Corvaja and an ancient Greek Roman theatre the 2nd largest classical theatre in Sicily. Discover the medieval area of the town with its narrow street and old shops.

    Day 4: Catania and Siracuse
    Breakfast at the hotel. Today you are free to relax and explore the surroundings or have a swim on the beach or spend a day in Catania or Syracuse. Dinner and overnight in Taormina area.

    Suggested Itinerary:
    Drive to Catania for a walking tour through the streets into Catania’s UNESCO-listed historical center with its Baroque palazzi and amazing monuments. Visit of the open-air fish market, famous for its particular colors. Then drive to Syracuse, one of the most interesting archaeological sites of the island with its Archeological Park , the Roman Amphitheatre, the Greek Theatre, the Ear of Dionysus, the Cave of the Cordari, Island of Ortigia, the most ancient nucleus of the city with its stunning cathedral.

    Day 5: Departure|
    After breakfast departure from hotel by 10;00 Am. Arrive Catania report. Return rental vehicle and continue on your onward journey.

Included

  • Five Day car rental Category A, for duration of listed itinerary in Sicily: (Citroen C1 – Yaris or similar) with “Silver” insurance package
  • 4* Hotel in Taormina area
  • Half board basis ( 4 breakfast & dinners)
  • Vat Taxes

Not Included

  • City tax to be paid on spot;
  • Lunches and dinners not mentioned in the inclusions;
  • Entrance to monuments and archaeological parks;
  • Porterage service; Gasoline; Motorway tolls; Parking; Travel costs to reach vacation destination
  • Gratuities and extra items of personal nature and Items not listed in the inclusions

Hotels or Similar

  • 4* hotels Taormina Area Caesar Palace, Antares, Sporting Baia
  • 4*superior Albatros Beach Hotel, Hellenia Yachting
  • The name of the hotel will be reconfirmed a few days after your booking
Please Note Car Rental Details
Each rental day has a fraction of 24 hours, the vehicle must be returned on time or within 59 minutes; Vehicle to be returned at the same location where it has been picked-up.  Return of the vehicle at different place must be agreed at the time of booking and extra charges will be applied.
Optional Supplements
Post tour in Taormina area from € 100 per double room per day;
Cars of higher category as Ford Fiesta from € 15 per day;
Gold” insurance package € 15 per day;
Platinum” insurance package € 20 per.

Dates & Rates From

Operates Daily
Rates per person double
4* Hotel HB basis 4* Superior HB basis
From$565$660

The CAD ($) rate is indicative of Euro price and subject to change.
Price per person in CAD $ Dollars.

 


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