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9-Day Highlights of Sicily

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Trip Overview

Sicily is a kaleidoscope of cultures; rich in fascinating history, archaeological sites and natural wonders.

From Catania to Palermo, enjoy the sunny weather and the welcoming atmosphere of Sicily.

During this holiday in Sicily, you’ll walk up a volcano, stroll in the elegant alleyways of Taormina, explore Syracuse and the Baroque valley of Noto. Take time to learn about the connection between Sicily and Greece in the Valley of Temples and enjoy gelato and cannolis along the way before you arrive in Palermo, a majestic city rich of history and charm.
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Itinerary

Day 1

Catania Arrival

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Catania Arrival

Benvenuti in Italia! Welcome to Italy. Your holiday in Sicily will begin in Catania, where a private car with driver will pick you up at the airport to take you to your hotel. The rest of the day will be at your leisure so that you can rest after your trip.

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    Accommodation

    Palace Catania | UNA Esperienze4 star

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    Private Driver from Catania Fontanarossa Airport to Hotel Palace

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    Catania

Day 2

Mount Etna and Catania

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Mount Etna and Catania

After breakfast, spend an exciting half-day on an adventure around Mount Etna. A volcanologist will pick you up and, in a 4WD, you will make your way to the biggest volcano in Europe. You will cross lava fields, centuries-old forests and take an easy walk to some impressive craters. In the afternoon you have time at your leisure to explore Catania, go shopping or perhaps spend it relaxing.

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    Accommodation

    Palace Catania | UNA Esperienze4 star

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    Activities

    Etna National Park, Taormina

    CataniaOptional Activity

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    Breakfast

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    Catania

    Sicily

Day 3

Relax in Taormina

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Relax in Taormina

Elegance, scenic terraces overlooking the Ionian Sea, and a theatre that links Sicily directly to Ancient Greece. Today, explore Taormina, a magnificent town that the greatest artists, writers and movie stars of 19th century elected as the place to be. After breakfast, a private car with a professional driver will take you to your hotel centrally located in Taormina. You will have a full day at your leisure to explore, and we’ll provide plenty of suggestion on what to do.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel Taodomus3 star

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    Activities

    Free Time in TaorminaOptional Activity

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Catania to Taormina

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    Breakfast

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    Catania

    Taormina

Day 4

Discover Syracuse

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Discover Syracuse

You driver will pick you up again and take you to Syracuse, a magnificent town that is easy to fall in love with. Elegant Baroque buildings, with origins connected to Greek history and the lively atmosphere of its centre, will be a very pleasant surprise. After check-in and some time to rest, a guide will meet at your hotel from where you will start a private guided walk.

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    Accommodation

    Antico Hotel Roma 18804 star

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    Activities

    Private Guided Walk of Syracuse

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Taormina to Syracuse

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    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Taormina

    Syracuse

Day 5

Relax in Syracuse

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Relax in Syracuse

Wake up in one of Italy’s most beautiful towns and enjoy a full day of exploring by yourself. Visit the famous Neapolis Archeological Park of Syracuse where you can admire an ancient Greek Theatre, visit the Pupi theatre where you will see traditional Sicilian puppets or have a lovely stroll along the Ortigia peninsula. Syracuse offers a lot of optional activities.

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    Accommodation

    Antico Hotel Roma 18804 star

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    OrtigiaOptional Activity

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    Breakfast

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    Syracuse

Day 6

Ragusa and Agrigento

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Ragusa and Agrigento

Just after breakfast, you will say goodbye to Syracuse and head to Ragusa in the “Val di Noto”, a geographical area with Arabic and Turkish influence. This picturesque area is famous for its excellent Baroque buildings. You'll travel on a private car with driver. In Ragusa you will meet a guide to discover this stunning and scenic town. After some time at your leisure for lunch, your driver will take you to Agrigento, where you will spend the night.

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    Accommodation

    Colleverde Park Hotel4 star

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    Ragusa

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Syracuse to Agrigento

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    Breakfast

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    Syracuse

    Ragusa

    Agrigento

Day 7

Valley of Temples and Palermo

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Valley of Temples and Palermo

Start the morning by visiting the Valley of the Temples, the largest archaeological site in the world. A local guide will show you around this area which has been included in the UNESCO World Heritage list since 1997. The Valley of the Temples is a great example of Greek architecture and a magical place to explore. After the visit, your driver will take you to Palermo, where after the check-in you will have the rest of the day to relax.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel Porta Felice4 star

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    Activities

    Valley of the Temples

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Agrigento to Palermo

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    Breakfast

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    Agrigento

    Sicily

    Palermo

Day 8

Explore Palermo

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Explore Palermo

Buongiorno in Palermo! This morning a local guide will unveil for you the most beautiful part of Palermo's historic centre, an incredible city rich in history and colourful alleyways, offering a wonderful mix of styles. In the afternoon, you will have time to relax or continue to visit Palermo's wonders like the Cappella Palatina or the famous Monreale Cathedral.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel Porta Felice4 star

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    Activities

    Private Guided Walk of Palermo

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    Breakfast

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    Palermo

Day 9

Ciao Sicily

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Ciao Sicily

Your holiday in Sicily has come to the end. We hope you'll take home amazing memories. A private car with driver will take you to Palermo airport in time to board your flight.

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Palermo to Palermo Airport

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    Breakfast

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    Palermo

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What’s included?

  • 8 nights accommodation
  • 5 activities
  • 8 breakfasts
  • Airport transfer
  • Entrance fees
  • Ground transportation
  • Licensed English speaking guides

What’s not included?

  • Alcohol beverages
  • Domestic flights
  • Entry visas / airport departure tax
  • Gratuities
  • International flights
  • Laundry
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Trekking permits
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