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ItalyPalermo
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7 days, 6 nights small group tour
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Classic Sicily

Discover Sicily's ancient treasures on this small group tour at a moderate pace. Journey from Palermo's Arab-Norman palaces through Agrigento's Valley of the Temples to Syracuse's Greek Theatre, culminating with Mount Etna's volcanic landscapes and wine tasting in Taormina. This seven-day itinerary balances guided cultural immersion with free time for independent exploration. Ideal for history enthusiasts and travelers seeking authentic Mediterranean experiences without the rush.Read more

Classic Sicily
Classic Sicily

Palermo, Italy

3 days
Palermo
Day 1

Arrival in Palermo


Welcome to Palermo - the stunning capital of Sicily. Upon arrival, you are met by your private driver at the airport, who transfers you to the hotel for check-in.

The rest of the day is at your own leisure to relax after the trip.

Day 2

Palermo City Tour


After breakfast, you meet with your private guide to enjoy a comprehensive sightseeing tour of Palermo.

The capital of Sicily - Palermo - has been a crossroads for cultures and civilizations for 8 millennia. Together with your private guide, you visit the Norman Palace and the Palatine Chapel.

Then you walk along Villa Bonanno to the Cathedral in Corso Vittorio Emanuele, just to admire the exterior; continue along Vittorio Emanuele to the imposing Four Corners. Then on to the Tuscan fountain in Piazza Pretoria and just behind it see two splendid Arabo-Norman churches, La Martorana and San Cataldo.

After the tour, you return to the hotel. You have rest of the day free to enjoy Palermo on your own or join our carefully planned optional tour.

Day 3

Departure


Following breakfast in your hotel, you check out and depart from Palermo. 

Palermo
Travel time2 h 30 minClassShared Transfer Minivan
Agrigento

Car from Palermo to Agrigento

Agrigento, Italy

1 day
Agrigento
Day 3

Arrival in Agrigento and Valley of the Temples & Scala dei Turchi Cliffs


After departing from Palermo, you arrive to Agrigento and explore its famous sights.

Your tour begins with one of the two highlights of the city - the splendid Valley of the Temples, a UNESCO World Heritage site. You then continue to the near-intact Temple of Concord, the best-preserved temple in the world, and one of the symbols of Sicily. 

After the tour, you enjoy a delicious lunch in one of the local restaurants. 

Then, you continue your trip to the seaside to see the famous Scala dei Turchi Cliffs. The dazzling chalky white rocky cliff eroded conveniently into stairs rises 50 meters above sea level. This natural phenomenon so-called "Stairs of the Turks" allows for easy walking. Its gleaming color is eye-catching enough, but what makes it even more remarkable is that it looks like a staircase carved by man even though its shape is entirely natural.

Afterward, you continue your trip to beautiful Syracuse. 

Agrigento
Travel time3 hClassShared Transfer Minivan
Syracuse

Car from Agrigento to Syracuse

Syracuse, Italy

3 days
Syracuse
Day 3

Arrival

Upon arrival at the hotel, you have the rest of the day at leisure

Day 4

Sightseeing Tour

Following breakfast in your hotel, meet your guide and together you start the city tour. Today you visit one of the most important archeological sites in the World, the Neapolis Park of Syracuse. Here you explore the still-working Greek Theater, the Ear of Dionysius and the Roman Amphitheater.

Your tour continuous to the delightful Ortygia Island where you have an inside visit to the Duomo where a Greek Doric temple remains to be a part of it, and for this reason, it is included in the UNESCO list.

After the tour you return to the hotel and rest of the day is at your leisure.

Day 5

Departure

Following breakfast in your hotel, you check out and depart from Syracuse.

Syracuse
Travel time1 h 30 minClassShared Transfer Minivan: Firebird Group
Taormina

Car from Syracuse to Taormina

Taormina, Italy

3 days
Taormina
Day 5

Arrival in Taormina


Upon arrival at your hotel, you have the rest of the day at leisure. 

Day 6

Sightseeing of Taormina


In the morning meet your private local guide. Together you take off to see the highlights of Taormina. During the tour, you stroll along the main street, Corso Umberto I, and visit the Greco-Roman Theater that has Etna as its backdrop.

After the tour, you return to the hotel. You have the rest of the day free to enjoy Taormina on your own, spend time on the beach, or dine in one of the local restaurants overlooking the bay.

Day 7

Departure


After breakfast, you check-out from the hotel and your private driver transfers you to the Catania airport. We wish you a safe flight and hope to work on your future vacations! 

What's included

Exceptional downtown hotel accommodations
Guided sightseeing tours with expert English-speaking guides
Delicious breakfasts at your hotels
Entrances to Norman Palace and Palatine Chapel, Church of San Cataldo and more
Entrances to Norman Palace and Palatine Chapel, Church of San Cataldo and more
Tickets and intercity transportation as per itinerary
Professional meeting services at the airport
Dedicated support team before and during your trip