Southern Italy and Sicily

Southern Italy and Sicily

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$3595

$3137

Southern Italy and Sicily

10 Days Starting in Rome and ending in Palermo

Visiting: Rome, Pompeii, Sorrento, Capri, Taormina, Agrigento, Erice, Palermo, Monreale

Tour operator:

Trafalgar

Tour code:

ITSCZN20

Tour operated in:

English

Interests:

Cultural

From: $3595 $3137 Operator discount: -$459 -13%

NB: Prices correct on 01-Nov-2024 but subject to change.

Tour Overview

The sun-kissed south and Sicily are the star attractions on this mesmerizing southern Italy trip from Rome to Palermo. Taste local Sicilian wine on the slopes of snow-capped Mount Etna, learn about the ancient Greek heritage of Agrigento and get lost in the medieval cobbled streets of Erice.

Must-see Highlights

  • Explore Pompeii, Capri, Taormina, Agrigento and Palermo
  • Visit the excavations at Pompeii, the ruins of the ancient Greek theater at Taormina, the Valley of the Temples at Agrigento, Erice, Monreale Cathedral
  • View the fortress town of Enna and Palermo Cathedral
  • Scenic Cruise to the Isle of Capri

Make Travel Matter®

Palermo: Meet your host to learn about the civil anti-mafia movement while uncovering the lesser-known history of the ancient city of Palermo. This one-of-a-kind experience directly supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 10: Reduced Inequalities.

Be My Guest

Acireale: Daniela and her family will welcome you with the words 'Be My Guest' and treat you as a cherished family member. She will tell you about her life on the farm and interesting information about the house and the lemon and orange groves. Later, after a welcome drink, she will serve her home-cooked cuisine surrounded by the warmth of Sicilian hospitality.

Itinerary

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Day 1: Welcome To Rome

Location: Rome

Accommodation: Cicerone

Accommodation Name: Midas Palace

Meals Included: Dinner

Ciao Roma! The 'Eternal City' is yours to explore on your own before meeting your Travel Director and fellow travelers for dinner this evening. Enjoy an orientation of this beautiful city, whose historic center, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is renowned for its ancient ruins, grand monuments, statues and stunning fountains.

Day 2: Explore The Ruins Of Pompeii And Sorrento

Location: Rome, Pompeii, Sorrento

Accommodation: Johanna Park

Accommodation Name: Johanna Park

Meals Included: Breakfast

From Rome, journey south to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Pompeii. Your Local Specialist will take you on a walking tour of the excavations buried for centuries under a layer of volcanic ash after Mount Vesuvius erupted. See such sites as the Gymnasium, the Temple of Apollo and the impressive Basilica before continuing to your hotel in Sorrento.

Day 3: A Day On The Isle Of Capri

Location: Sorrento, Capri, Sorrento

Accommodation: Johanna Park

Accommodation Name: Johanna Park

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Take a ferry to Capri, the isle of sirens according to Greek mythology. You’ll ascend to Capri town by funicular railway and see the famous Piazzetta during your guided walking tour with a Local Specialist. Spend some free time people-watching at one of the local cafés before returning to the mainland, where you can enjoy free time in Sorrento or perhaps choose to visit the famed town of Positano. Let the day's delightful discoveries sink in as you relax at dinner this evening.

Day 4: Cross The Strait To Taormina

Location: Sorrento, Taormina

Accommodation: Sant Alphio Garden Giardini Naxos

Accommodation Name: Sant Alphio Garden Giardini Naxos

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Drive south past Salerno and through Calabria, crossing the straits of Messina to Sicily and the beachside resort town of Giardini Naxos below Taormina. This evening, enjoy dinner at your hotel.

Day 5: Gardens And More In Taormina

Location: Taormina

Accommodation: Sant Alphio Garden Giardini Naxos

Accommodation Name: Sant Alphio Garden Giardini Naxos

Meals Included: Breakfast

Your Local Specialist will take you on a walking tour of Taormina on the slopes of Monte Tauro, overlooking the sea. Visit the Greek theater and see the terraced botanical gardens. Then, stroll along the elegant Corso Umberto and on to the Piazza IX Aprile for splendid panoramic views across the bay. Later, enjoy some free time to shop for souvenirs and handmade ceramics along the Corso, or indulge in a delicious gelato.

Day 6: Taormina Your Way Connect With Locals

Location: Taormina

Accommodation: Sant Alphio Garden Giardini Naxos

Accommodation Name: Sant Alphio Garden Giardini Naxos

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Enjoy a full day to do as you please in this beautiful resort town. Shop, relax, see the sights of your choice, or consider an Optional Experience. Whatever you decide, your Travel Director will be on hand to help you get the most out of your day. Tonight, enjoy a Be My Guest experience.

Day 7: Journey To Ancient Agrigento

Location: Taormina, Agrigento

Accommodation: Dioscuri Bay Palace

Accommodation Name: Dioscuri Bay Palace

Meals Included: Breakfast

Enjoy views of Enna on the way to Agrigento, where your Local Specialist will take you to the Valley of the Temples—the finest Greek sanctuary in Sicily. See the splendid Temple of Concord and the Temple of Juno overlooking the sea.

Day 8: Explore Sicilian Towns And On To Palermo

Location: Agrigento, Erice, Palermo

Accommodation: Garibaldi

Accommodation Name: Garibaldi

Meals Included: Breakfast

Journey to Erice, a famous hilltop medieval town in western Sicily with its cobbled streets, Norman castles and stunning views of the sea, salt pans and wooded hillsides. Perhaps take a walk to the ruins of Venus Castle with its Balio Gardens. Continue your day with a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience in Palermo. In your free time this evening, you could choose to join an Optional Experience to a coastal village where the colorful fishing boats line the harbor.

Day 9: Enjoy The Views In Monreale Make Travel Matter

Location: Palermo, Monreale, Palermo

Accommodation: Garibaldi

Accommodation Name: Garibaldi

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Travel to Monreale for views of La Conca d'Oro and explore the magnificent 12th century Norman Cathedral. Later, join your companions and celebrate your journey with a Farewell Dinner at a local restaurant.

Day 10: Journey Home

Location: Palermo

Meals Included: Breakfast

Say arrivederci to Sicily and your newfound friends at the end of a memorable holiday.

What's Included

  • An expert Travel Director and professional Driver

  • Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted

  • All porterage and restaurant gratuities

  • All hotel tips, charges and local taxes

  • Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals

  • Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras

  • Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing

  • Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)

  • Return cruise to the Isle of Capri

  • Optional Experiences and free time

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What's Not Included

  • Optional Experiences

    Optional Experiences and free time

  • Airport Transfers

    Airport transfer service is available to purchase.

    Conditions apply.

    See airport transfer page link for details.

  • Travel Insurance

    Travel insurance is not included and is recommended.

Mode of Transport

Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys), Return cruise to the Isle of Capri

Accommodation

Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted

Dining Summary

  • 5 Dinner (D)
  • 9 Breakfast (B)

Check out our Q&As

  • Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?

    The beauty of taking a guided holiday with us is that you’ll have the opportunity to meet and travel with people from all over the globe.

  • What policies are in place for Covid-19?

    Vaccination against Covid-19 is not mandatory to travel with Trafalgar. However, we strongly recommend that guests are vaccinated before travelling. Please note that airlines and/or other authorities may have different requirements. It is the guest's responsibility to comply with these requirements at all times.

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    Since 1947

  • What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?

    Trafalgar is a founding partner of the TreadRight Foundation, a not-for-profit organisation established in 2008. So far, the charity has donated more than US$2 million to help underprivileged communities and support sustainable tourism around the world.

  • Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

    Yes

Reviews of this operator

Renato Arrieta  

Best tour I joined so far

14-Jan-2023

My first time with Trafalgar and I see no reason why I should not join them again.

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King Ng, Lafayette, California  

Very well planned trip with timely breaks during the coach ride..

08-Nov-2021

It was a well organized tour group and we hit lots of interesting and beautiful scenes. Like our previous trips with Trafalgar, tourists were treated with well manner and professional tour guide/director, making our trip very enjoyable and delightful!

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Trusted Customer  

Best of Egypt

14-Jan-2023

We really did see the best of Egypt and beyond. Our tour guide, Mohammad, guided us through the rich history and the urban and rural life of such a unique and delightful country. We felt very safe and pampered.

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Marshal Daguio  

Wonderful Best Of Turkey

06-Nov-2021

It was my first time with Trafalgar Tour and I had a wonderful trip from day 1 till the last day. The Tour Director, Yocel Atik is very knowledgeable and Excellent. The health director and coach driver are helpful and supportive as well. The hotels selected were comfortable especially Rixos Hotel and Movenpick Hotel. The Best of Turkey is better than I expected.

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Barbara, Canada  

Irish Experience

09-Nov-2021

I am single and travel alone. I always feel secure and well-looked after when I travel with Trafalgar

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