HIGHLIGHTS

• Savor authentic Sicilian street food while exploring vibrant open-air markets and Palermo’s historic center.
• Discover Cefalù’s medieval charm, including its Norman Cathedral with exquisite mosaics and scenic seafront.
• Admire Monreale Cathedral’s golden mosaics.
• Wander Erice’s cobblestone streets, tasting marzipan and visiting historic castles linked to Venus.
• Experience Marsala’s DOC wine tasting and the scenic Salt Way Road with ancient salt pans.
• Tour the UNESCO-listed Valley of the Temples in Agrigento, featuring ancient Greek temples like Concordia.
• Explore the UNESCO-listed Roman Villa del Casale’s intricate 4th-century mosaics in Piazza Armerina.
• Visit the Greek Theatre and Roman Amphitheatre in Siracusa, a cultural hub of Magna Grecia.
• Visit Siracusa’s Archaeological Park and stroll Ortigia Island’s Baroque streets with historic landmarks
• Explore the honey-toned tufa stone buildings and 18th-century charm of Ragusa Ibla’s Baroque
• Journey through Etna’s lava fields, visit Alcantara Gorges, and enjoy wine tastings at a local winery.
• Relax in the charming resort town of Taormina, with its ancient streets, boutiques, and Tyrrhenian Sea views.

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  Day 1 – Sicily – Warm welcome to the vibrant island of Sicily. Your Italian-speaking driver will greet you in the arrivals hall, holding a sign with your name, and comfortably transfer you to your hotel in Palermo
  Inclusions: Airport pickup Palermo, private A/C vehicle, Italian-speaking driver.
  Exclusions: Gratuities, meals and drinks not specified.

  Day 2 – Palermo | Street Food Walking Tour – Time: 9:00 AM, 4-hours – Begin your day with a stroll through a bustling open-air market, reminiscent of an Arab souk, filled with colorful stalls of fresh seafood, cheeses, fruits, and vegetables. Immerse yourself in local life, sampling authentic Sicilian street food during this guided tour. The 2.5-hour walking exploration of Palermo’s historic center includes iconic landmarks like Piazza Pretoria and the exterior of the Palermo Cathedral. The tour concludes at Quattro Canti, leaving the afternoon free to explore Palermo independently.
  Optional Add-On: Palermo Cooking Class with Local Dinner (from 5:00 PM).
  Inclusions: Hotel pickup, licensed half-day tour guide, street food tastings.
  Exclusions: Hotel drop-off, entrance fees, gratuities, meals and drinks not specified, transportation, optional add-on.

  Day 3 – Cefalù and Monreale Full-Day Tour, Duration: 8 hours – Journey to Cefalù, a stunning coastal town on Sicily’s northern shore, renowned for its medieval charm and dramatic cliffs. Explore the Norman Cathedral, begun in 1131, adorned with exquisite mosaics and a beautiful cloister. Wander pedestrian-friendly streets, admiring seafront homes and a pristine sandy beach.
  Enjoy free time for an independent walking tour of Cefalù, visiting:
  Cefalù Seafront: Stroll along Lungomare Giuseppe Giardina to Via Vittorio Emanuele, soaking in breathtaking views and the fortress above.
  Medieval Washhouse: Discover this hidden gem along Via Vittorio Emanuele, where the Cefalino River’s pure waters flow into ancient basins, steeped in local legend.
  Porta Pescara: Capture a postcard-perfect sea view, especially enchanting at sunset.
  Capo Marchiafava Bastion: Marvel at the sea from this historic fortification.
  Cefalù Cathedral: Visit the town’s centerpiece in the main square, with the fortress looming above.
  In the afternoon, travel to Monreale to admire the magnificent Monreale Cathedral, a pinnacle of Arab-Norman art. Commissioned in 1174 by William II, its golden mosaics depict biblical scenes. Return to Palermo afterward.
  Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, private A/C vehicle, English-speaking driver, independent visits as outlined.
  Exclusions: Licensed tour guide, entrance fees, gratuities, meals and drinks not specified.

  Day 4 – Marsala and Erice | Salt, Olive Oil, and Wine Adventure – Time: 8:30 AM, 8-hours – Depart for Erice, a medieval hilltop town tied to the goddess Venus. Stroll its cobblestone streets, visit renowned pastry shops for marzipan, almond, and pistachio treats, and explore historic sites like the Arab-built Pepoli Castle and the Norman Venus Castle, built on the ancient Temple of Venus. Enjoy a lunch at a Sicilian olive oil farmhouse, featuring local product tastings. In the afternoon, drive along the scenic Salt Way Road, marveling at salt pans where sea salt is harvested using ancient Phoenician methods. Admire windmills and salt mounds covered with terracotta tiles. Continue to Marsala, known for its namesake DOC wine, and visit a winery for a tasting. Return to Palermo afterward.
  Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, private A/C vehicle, English-speaking driver, lunch at an olive oil farmhouse, winery visit with wine tastings..
  Exclusions: Licensed tour guide, entrance fees, gratuities, meals and drinks not specified.

  Day 5 – Palermo – Siracusa | Valley of the Temples and Roman Villa – Time: 8:00 AM, 10-hours – Travel through Sicily’s interior to Agrigento for a 2-hour guided tour of the UNESCO-listed Valley of the Temples, featuring the Temples of Hera, Concordia, Hercules, and Zeus. Founded in 582 B.C. by Rhodian-Cretan colonists, Agrigento (ancient Akragas) was a powerful city under leaders like Phalarides and Theron. In the afternoon, proceed to Piazza Armerina for an independent visit to the UNESCO-listed Roman Villa del Casale. This 4th-century villa, rediscovered in the 20th century, boasts 3,500 square meters of intricate mosaics, showcasing the opulence of Roman elite life. Continue to Siracusa for the night.
  Inclusions: Palermo hotel pickup, Siracusa hotel drop-off, private A/C vehicle, English-speaking driver, guided Valley of the Temples tour, independent Roman Villa visit.
  Exclusions: Entrance fees, gratuities.

  Day 6 – Siracusa | Archaeological Park and Ortigia Half-Day Tour – Time: 9:00 AM, 4-hours – Meet your guide at your hotel or in the city center and take a taxi to the Archaeological Park, home to the Greek Theatre, Roman Amphitheatre, and Paradise Quarry. Siracusa, a UNESCO site and Magna Grecia’s cultural hub, blends rugged cliffs, beaches, and historic latomie. Then, enjoy a guided walking tour of Ortigia Island, connected by the Umbertino Bridge. Founded in 735 B.C. by Corinthian colonists, Ortigia features the Baroque Dome, Arethusa Fountain, Maniace Castle (exterior), Temple of Apollo, and elegant palaces. Spend the afternoon exploring Siracusa at leisure.
  Optional Add-On: Ortigia Sunset Boat Tour with Aperitif.
  Inclusions: Round-trip taxi to Archaeological Park, licensed half-day guide (max 4 hours).
  Exclusions: Entrance fees, meals and drinks not specified, gratuities, optional add-on.

  Day 7 – Siracusa – Taormina | Ragusa Ibla, Noto, and Modica Chocolate – Time: 8:30 AM, 7.5-hours – Depart Siracusa for Ragusa Ibla, a Baroque gem. Enjoy free time to explore its 18th-century churches, buildings, and gardens independently. Next, visit Modica to taste its unique Aztec-inspired chocolate, a recipe brought by Spanish conquistadors. Continue to Noto, rebuilt after the 1693 earthquake into a Sicilian Baroque masterpiece with honey-toned tufa stone buildings. Conclude the day in Taormina.
  Inclusions: Siracusa hotel pickup, Taormina hotel drop-off, private A/C vehicle, English-speaking driver, Modica chocolate tasting, independent visits as outlined.
  Exclusions: Licensed guide, entrance fees, gratuities, meals and drinks not specified.

  Day 8 – Etna | Jeep Tour, Alcantara Gorges, and Winery – Time: 8:30 AM, 6-hours – Meet your off-road driver for a thrilling journey to Mount Etna. Begin at the Alcantara Gorges, a dramatic basalt canyon carved by the Alcantara River, formed by ancient volcanic activity. Visit Castiglione di Sicilia, a medieval village overlooking the Alcantara Valley. Travel along Etna’s wine roads to a local winery for lunch and wine tastings. Explore the 2002 lava flow via jeep, visit the Corruccio Cave in the Ragabo pine forest, and stop at Piano Provenzana, a ski resort impacted by the 2002 eruption.
  Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, private 4×4 jeep, basic English-speaking driver, lunch and wine tastings at a winery.
  Exclusions: Licensed naturalistic guide, summit ascent, gratuities, meals and drinks not specified.

  Day 9 – Taormina | Free Leisure Day – Spend the day relaxing in Taormina, Sicily’s premier resort town, perched on a bluff overlooking the Tyrrhenian Sea. Explore its ancient streets, boutique shops, cafes, and restaurants. Founded in 395 B.C. by settlers from nearby Giardini-Naxos (Sicily’s oldest Greek colony, 735 B.C.), Taormina offers a blend of history and charm.
  Optional Add-Ons: Cooking Class with Lunch (AM), Boat Tour Experience (Half-Day), Godfather Village Tour: Savoca and Forza d’Agrò (Independent, Half-Day), Godfather Tour: Castello degli Schiavi (Half-Day), Taormina Guided Walking Tour: Greek-Roman Theatre (Half-Day).
  Exclusions: Gratuities, meals and drinks not specified, optional add-ons.

  Day 10 – Departure from Catania Airport | Transfer to Catania Airport – Duration: Approximately 1 hour – Bid farewell to Sicily as your Italian-speaking driver transfers you from your Taormina hotel to Catania Airport for your departure.
  Inclusions: Taormina hotel pickup, Catania airport drop-off, private A/C vehicle, Italian-speaking driver.
  Exclusions: Gratuities, meals and drinks not specified.

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