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Rome, Italy
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Rome, Italy
Spirited Sicily makes an appearance on this ramble through Italy's south. Take a drive to Mount Etna and gain insight into Agrigento's Greek heritage in the Valley of the Temples before sightseeing in the capital, Palermo.
Trip type: CostSaver i
Trip code: IHSI
accommodation
8 Buffet breakfasts
3 Three-course dinners
All transport shown.
What's Included
Taormina
Visit the town and enjoy views from Piazza Nove Aprile
Mount Etna
A drive takes you to Mount Etna for spectacular views of Europe's largest active volcano
Agrigento
Sightseeing with a Local Specialist includes a visit inside the UNESCO World Heritage Site the Valley of the Temples
Mondello
Visit the picturesque fishing village
Palermo
Sightseeing with a Local Specialist includes a visit inside Palermo Cathedral
What's Included
8 Buffet breakfasts
3 Three-course dinners
What's Included
Audio Headsets Provided throughout your holiday to enhance your included sightseeing experiences
Luxury air-conditioned coach
Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
Variety of Optional Experiences
City orientation tours
An expert Travel Director and a professional driver
All hotel service charges and tips, baggage handling fees and local taxes
Airport transfers are provided on the first and last travel day. Conditions apply
Airport Transfers
Specific transfer information can be found on the airport transfers page
Highlights of Sicily
1. Arrive Rome
Welcome to Rome. After checking in to your hotel, relax and unwind before meeting with your Travel Director in the afternoon. This evening, consider taking a stroll around this fascinating city and soak up the historic atmosphere.
Optional Experiences
Delights of Rome with Dinner
Spend an evening getting to know Rome. We’ll take you via coach where you’ll have the chance to see some of the city’s much-loved sights. Afterwards, you’ll enjoy a delicious light dinner of Italian specialities, alongside local music and drinks.
Adult Price: €49.00
2. Rome – Naples
Journey south past the Abbey of Monte Cassino to the city of Naples. Enjoy dinner at your hotel.
Optional Experiences
Naples Unveiled
Explore the vibrant heart of this UNESCO World Heritage site. Naples is one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world and we'll visit the Archaeological Museum with our Local Specialist to discover fascinating tales of this unique city. Later, our 'passeggiata' will provide further local insight and include a special surprise treat!
Adult Price: €44.00
3. Naples – Ferry to Sicily – Acireale (2 Nights)
Drive south via Salerno and through the gorgeous Calabrian countryside. Take the ferry across the straits of Messina to Sicily and the coastal town of Acireale - your home for the next two nights. This evening, enjoy dinner at your hotel.
4. Taormina Sightseeing and Excursion to Mount Etna
Today we take a scenic drive to Mount Etna, the largest active volcano in Europe. Enjoy a visit to Taormina town. Stroll along the elegant Corso Umberto to the Piazza Nove Aprile for splendid panoramic views across the bay. Spend free time shopping for souvenirs and handmade lace on the Corso. Tonight, consider an evening out to enjoy local specialities.
Optional Experiences
Sicilian Dinner and Entertainment
A fantastic Sicilian evening, you’ll enjoy a dinner of Southern Italian specialities with musical entertainment.
Adult Price: €64.00
5. Acireale – Agrigento – Palermo (2 Nights)
Drive to Agrigento on the southern coast of Sicily where the Valley of the Temples once formed part of an ancient Greek colony. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is home to seven Greek temples dating from the 6th century BC. Meet with a Local Specialist and walk along the fortified ridge stopping at all the main sights. Admire spectacular views from the Temple of Juno overlooking the sea. In the afternoon, continue to the Sicilian capital of Palermo in time for dinner.
6. Palermo Sightseeing and Excursion to Mondello
This morning, meet your Local Specialist for a sightseeing tour of the city which includes a visit inside the honey-coloured cathedral and a walk to Piazza Bellini. Later travel to the beautiful fishing village of Mondello. See the picturesque beach which lies between two cliffs. Once a small fishing village it became popular as a holiday destination and today has a very lively seafront promenade.
Optional Experiences
Sferracavallo With Lunch Or Dinner
Join us for a drive to the coast of Sicily, where we’ll arrive at the quaint fishing village of Sferracavallo. You’ll have the chance to sample a delicious fishermen’s feast, accompanied by wine and soft drinks.
Adult Price: €60.00
7. Palermo Free time – Overnight Ferry to Naples
Enjoy free time in Palermo this morning for exploration or consider an Optional Experience to visit the quaint medieval village of Cefalù. This evening, board your overnight ferry to Naples.
Optional Experiences
Colours and Traditions of Palermo
A panoramic drive through verdant forest with spectacular views over the city of Palermo brings us to the summit of Mt. Pellegrino. Here we visit the grotto of Santa Rosalia, Palermo's patron saint. Later, with a Local Specialist, we explore and sample Palermitano street food at one of the most famous and colourful markets with its stalls of olives and spices. A wonderful opportunity to enjoy picturesque Sicilian everyday life.
Adult Price: €30.00
A Visit To Ceflau
Take a drive along the blue coastal highway to the quaint medieval village of Ceflau. You'll have the chance to stroll from the long golden beaches into the winding Arab streets with your Local Specialist.
Adult Price: €36.00
8. Disembark in Naples – Rome
Travel back to the Italian capital of Rome this morning. There is time on arrival to do some last-minute sightseeing or souvenir shopping.. This evening, you might like to celebrate the end of your holiday with a special dinner.
Optional Experiences
Piazzas and Fountains of Rome
Discover the most charming areas in the city with a Local Specialist. Wander through the labyrinth of narrow streets and beautiful squares of Rome's historic centre, leading to highlights such as the Trevi Fountain and the Pantheon, as well as hidden corners of the Eternal City.
Adult Price: €33.00
Arrivederci Roma
Rome comes alive this last evening of our trip as you savour her unforgettable sights! We then celebrate together with a Farewell Dinner including entertainment in one of our favourite places.
Adult Price: €50.00
9. Depart Rome
This morning, say 'arrivederci' to Italy, your Travel Director and fellow travellers as you prepare to return home with wonderful memories. Transfers are available to Rome Fiumicino airport. Conditions apply.
What's Included
Taormina
Visit the town and enjoy views from Piazza Nove Aprile
Mount Etna
A drive takes you to Mount Etna for spectacular views of Europe's largest active volcano
Agrigento
Sightseeing with a Local Specialist includes a visit inside the UNESCO World Heritage Site the Valley of the Temples
Mondello
Visit the picturesque fishing village
Palermo
Sightseeing with a Local Specialist includes a visit inside Palermo Cathedral
What's Included
8 Buffet breakfasts
3 Three-course dinners
What's Included
Audio Headsets Provided throughout your holiday to enhance your included sightseeing experiences
Luxury air-conditioned coach
Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
Variety of Optional Experiences
City orientation tours
An expert Travel Director and a professional driver
All hotel service charges and tips, baggage handling fees and local taxes
Airport transfers are provided on the first and last travel day. Conditions apply
Airport Transfers
Specific transfer information can be found on the airport transfers page