Sicily Art, Food & Wine Tour

Description

This 8-day tour of Sicily starts in the vibrant city of Catania and takes you on a journey through the island’s most stunning destinations. Begin by exploring the charming town of Tindari and the picturesque coastal village of Cefalu before heading to Palermo and Erice where you’ll enjoy a visit to a traditional winery for a delightful wine tasting. Continue your adventure with a visit to the ancient archaeological site of Selinunte, followed by a stop in Agrigento to marvel at the Valley of the Temples. The tour also includes stops in the baroque city of Noto, the historical treasures of Siracusa and Ortigia, and ends with a visit to Taormina, where you’ll indulge in a tasting experience while soaking in the scenic beauty of this iconic hilltop town.


TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

Palermo: the second largest historical centre in Europe with its largest number of UNESCO sites. Architecture in the city reflects the city's periods of Arab, Norman, and Spanish rule.

Agrigento: is best known as the city of temples, with its vast archaeological park that retains a string of five Greek temples and the ancient city walls that surrounded the place that was named Akragas.

Syracuse: a city notable for its rich Greek and Roman history, culture, and architecture. The birthplace and home of the pre-eminent mathematician and engineer Archimedes.

Taormina:  boasts a rich artistic, historical and cultural heritage that with its healthy climate and beautiful natural scenery, has attracted visitors since the middle of the eighteenth century.


Included

TOUR GUIDE:

  • Operated with an English-speaking tour leader (Day 2-7)
  • Operated with local English-speaking guides (Day 3-5)

ACCOMMODATION: 

  • 7 night’s accommodation

ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS

Day 1 Catania

Superior Hotel Category = Hotel 20 Miglia or similar 4*

Day 2-3 Palermo

Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Plaza Opera or Principe di Villafranca or similar 4*

Day 4 Agrigento

Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Scala dei Turschi or similar 4*

Day 5 Caltagirone

Superior Hotel Category = Hotel NH Villa San Mauro or similar 4*

Day 6-7 Taormina

Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Baia Taormina or similar 4*

MEALS:

  • 7 Breakfasts 
  • 1 Lunch (Day 5)
  • 6 Dinners (Day 2-7)

TRANSPORT:

  • Private transfer from/to Catania Airport (Day 1,8)
  • Shared transportation throughout the itinerary

ENTRANCE FEES & ACTIVITIES:

  • All entrance fees and activities mentioned in the itinerary: Tindari town and Cefalu visit (Day 2), Monreale incl. Cathedral entrance fee and Palermo guided tours (Day 3), Erice guided tour with local winery incl. wine tasting and street food and guided tour of Archeological site in Selinunte incl. entrance tickets (Day 4), guided tour of Agrigento incl. archaeological site entrance fee (Day 5), Noto, Siracusa and Ortigia visit (Day 6), wine tasting with local food and Taormina visit with cannoli experience (Day 7)

Excluded

  • Villa Romana del Casale entrance fee 
  • Mount Etna excursion – must be paid directly on-site
  • City tax not included, payable on the spot
  • International or domestic flights 
  • Visa fees
  • Meals not mentioned in the inclusions section, drinks during meals
  • Optional tours (if any)
  • Any visit not mentioned in the program
  • Tips and gratuities  
  • Expenditures of a personal nature or items not stated explicitly in the program
  • Travel Insurance or any loss or extra cost arising due to unforeseen circumstances such as flight delays, accidents, etc.

Know before you go

Comfortable and light clothing is the most suitable for travelling in Italy. Visitors should not wear sleeveless shirts, shorts, short skirts, or skimpy clothing when visiting temples, religious or official buildings. Sun protection, sunglasses, a hat, and mosquito repellent can be very useful during your stay.

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