Treasures of Sicily Small Group Escorted Tour

Arrive at Catania Airport. A driver will be waiting to take you to your first hotel, the 4* Nettuno in Catania, where you will stay for one night. Enjoy a welcome drink, and later a traditional Italian dinner.

Accommodation: 4* Hotel Nettuno 

Meals included:

• Dinner

After breakfast, meet with the tour leader and set off by coach to Piazza Armerina, which is located in the heart of Sicily. Here, you will visit the Roman Villa which dates back to the 4th Century A.D.

Thereafter, visit Cefalù and its cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage site, dating back to Norman times and offers beautiful architecture along with ornate interiors. The Arabian bathhouse is next on your list. Wander through the dark, monastic style interiors and pretty courtyard, before you return to your hotel for dinner.

Transfer to your hotel in Cefalu' for some free time and overnight rest.

Accommodation: 4* Astro Suite Hotel

Meals included:

• Breakfast

Start the day with a visit to one of Palermo’s biggest markets, the Capo Market. Your English-speaking guide will take you through the bustling lanes and vibrant stalls as you watch the locals haggle for fresh Sicilian produce and succulent street food. Taste some of the delicious varieties of street food, with rich flavours and influences from Arabic, Mediterranean and traditional Italian cuisine.

Spend the rest of the day wandering through the scenic streets and taking in the tangle of houses, juxtaposed with the peaceful courtyards, churches and gardens your guide will lead you through. Some of the top highlights include the ornate Palatine Chapel, the impressive cathedral with its blend of European and Moorish architecture, and the majestic Martorana Church. Your last stop is the Cathedral of Monreale, where you can take in the intricate patterns of the mosaics and breathtaking views. You will spend the night in Cefalu', with a chance to enjoy the evening in the bustling old town with its with its picturesque narrow lanes. 

Accommodation: 4* Astro Suite Hotel

Meals included:

• Breakfast

Spend the morning on a tour of some of Agrigento’s most historic attractions. Visit the Valley of the Temples, which is located on a platform and offers spectacular views of the Mediterranean. Wander through seven partially preserved temples and take in their size, beauty and history with connections to Greek mythology. The temples are dedicated to Zeus, Hercules, Pollax and more, giving you a fascinating insight into the area’s history and the myths of ancient Greece. Later in the day you’ll be driven to Taormina where you will stay for the next four nights. Dinner at leisure.

Accommodation: 4* Eurostars Monte Tauro

Meals included:

• Breakfast

Enjoy a 2-hour walking tour in the morning, which includes the ancient Greek Theatre and Corso Umberto, Taormina's main street, lined with boutiques, cafes, and souvenir shops. 

Rest of the day at leisure.

Accommodation: 4* Eurostars Monte Tauro

Meals included:

• Breakfast

Spend the morning exploring the majestic Mount Etna, the highest active volcano in Europe. The bus will take you to an elevation of 1,900 metres on the south side and your guide will take you to see lava streams and huge craters. From autumn to spring, the mountain is covered with snow and offers breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside. Take in the luscious scenery created by the humidity and fertile earth from volcanic activity, and maybe even spot smoke coming from the top of the volcano. Depending on the weather, you can also choose to explore further, for a supplement (approx. €70 per person), and visit the main crater by cable car and Jeep.

On your way back to Taormina you will stop at a local winery for some wine tasting on the Etna slopes.

Accommodation: 4* Eurostars Monte Tauro

Meals included:

• Breakfast

Spend the morning in Syracuse, the most important city on the island during its Greek rule. Take in the well-preserved buildings and ruins as you visit Ortigia, which is located on a small island stretching into the Mediterranean. Enjoy some free time on the island before visiting the majestic cathedral with your local guide. The picturesque Arethusa Fountain is a must see.

In the afternoon you will visit the archaeological area, where you can take in the history of the ancient Greek Theatre and the former stone quarries, surrounded by luscious gardens.

Accommodation: 4* Eurostars Monte Tauro

Meals included:

• Breakfast

Enjoy a continental breakfast at your hotel before being transferred to the airport for your flight home.

Meals included:

• Breakfast