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Best of Sicily
8 days, Catania to Catania
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If the first thing that comes to mind when you hear “Sicily” is "The Godfather” we’re here to expand your horizons. Sicily is a very different Italian experience, and we're excited to introduce it to you – everything from UNESCO Heritage sites and stunning cathedrals to creepy catacombs and the majestic Mt Etna. This trip moves at a good pace but still gives you the perfect mix of fun activities and free time – and incredible cuisine, of course. Find out why Sicily is one of Italy’s true hidden gems.
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Trip Code: EIBS
Is this tour for me?
Travel Style: Classic
All of the highlights, culture, access, and I-can’t-believe-we-did-that moments, all at a great price.
Service Level: Standard
Comfortable tourist-class accommodations with character; mix of public and private transport.
Physical Rating: 3 - Average
Some tours may include light hiking, biking, rafting, or kayaking in addition to walking.
Trip Type: Small Group
Small group experience; Max 14, Avg 12.
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Itinerary
Day 1Catania
Arrive at any time.
Day 2Catania/Palermo
Visit the local fruit and fish market in Catania before travelling to Palermo. Enjoy an orientation walk and savour a streetfood lunch.
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Breakfast | LunchDay 3Palermo
Visit Monreale and check out the beautiful views of La Conca d'Oro Valley. Visit the Norman cathedral before enjoying a free afternoon back in Palermo.
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BreakfastDay 4Palermo/Ragusa
Travel to Ragusa and take an orientation walk of the old town, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its Baroque architecture. Enjoy an included wine tasting with local snacks.
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BreakfastDay 5Ragusa/Siracusa
Head to Modica, famous for its Aztec chocolate and Baroque architecture. Visit the historic centre and enjoy a chocolate tasting, a cheese tasting, and a light lunch. Travel to Scicli and opt to see the Church of San Matteo before continuing on to Siracusa (Syracuse).
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Breakfast | LunchDay 6Siracusa/Randazzo
Enjoy a free morning in this UNESCO-listed Greco-Roman seaside city. Opt to visit the historic centre, marvel at the ruins, visit the Duomo, or laze on the beach. In the afternoon, drive to Randazzo. Stay in a farmhouse and enjoy a local dinner.
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Breakfast | DinnerDay 7Randazzo/Catania
Visit famous Mt Etna. Hike the south side past lava flows for a dramatic view. Opt for a more strenuous trek with a local guide (weather permitting). Continue on to Catania.
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BreakfastDay 8Catania
Depart at any time.
Meals included:
BreakfastWhat's Included
- Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
- Your Foodie Moment: Wine Tasting, Ragusa
- Your Foodie Moment: Chocolate Tasting, Modica
- Your Foodie Moment: Cheese Tasting, Scicli
- Short orientation walk in Palermo
- Walking tour of the city
- Cathedral visit (Monreale)
- Orientation walk of Ragusa
- Historic centre visit in Modica
- Scicli visit
- Free time in Syracuse
- Mt Etna hike
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodations
Standard hotels (6 nts), farmhouse (1 nt).
Meals
7 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 1 dinner
Allow USD245-320 for meals not included.
Transportation
Public bus, train, private van, walking.
Staff & experts
CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides.
Departures
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