Southern Italy and Sicily
Tour Type: Country Explorer
Brochure Type Europe & Britain 2025 v1
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.
Be My Guest
Brochure Type Europe & Britain 2025 v1
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.
Be My Guest
- Acireale Join a family-owned lemon farm and enjoy a Be My Guest dinner overlooking Mount Etna.
- 5 Dinner (D)
- 9 Breakfast (B)
- Pompeii Walk with a Local Specialist through the cobbled streets of this ill-fated town, frozen in time since the 1st century.
- Taormina Visit the ancient Greek Ampitheatre with your Local Specialist. Set on a cliff, open to the sky, take your seats and enjoy the view through the crumbling arches to Mount Etna.
- Rome During an orientation with your Travel Director see the medieval buildings, Renaissance palaces and Baroque churches scattered throughout the city.
- Erice Led by your Travel Director, explore the quiet alleys of this ancient walled town, as if you've stepped into the Middle Ages. See the medieval churches and marvel at the sea views from the gardens of the Castle of Venus.
- Monreale The sombre exterior of the cathedral at Monreale gives away few clues to the riches inside. Step into a world where the walls glitter with 12th-century mosaics, the best of their kind in the world.
- Agrigento A Local Specialist will lead you through the magnificent remains of the Greek colony in the Valley in the Temples. See the massive Temple of Concord and clifftop Temple of Juno.
- Capri Join a Local Specialist on a walk through elegant Capri to gain insight into the island's local culture and historic landmarks.
- Palermo On a one-of-a-kind experience, team up with a local to learn about the civil anti-mafia movement as you discover the lesser-known history of the ancient city of Palermo.
- Explore Pompeii, Capri, Taormina, Agrigento and Palermo with a Local Specialist
- View the fortress town of Enna and Palermo Cathedral
- Scenic Cruise to the Isle of Capri
- Visit the excavations at Pompeii, the ruins of the ancient Greek theater at Taormina, the Valley of the Temples at Agrigento, Erice, Monreale Cathedral
- All porterage and restaurant gratuities
- An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
- Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
- Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
- On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilized.
- Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
- All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
- Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing
- Return cruise to the Isle of Capri
- Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
- Optional Experiences and free time
Call (847) 455-8897 for more information or to book today! Mention code 18998110
- Tour Operator
- Trafalgar Tours
- Offer
- Offer valid through 3/31/2025
- Duration
- 10 Days
- Escorted
- Escorted - Yes
| Day | Destination | Description |
| Day 1 | Rome | Welcome to Rome: Ciao Roma, the 'Eternal City', is yours to explore on your own before meeting your Travel Director and fellow travelers for a Welcome Reception this evening. Enjoy an orientation drive - a perfect introduction to this beautiful city, the center of which has been proclaimed a UNESCO World Heritage Site with its ruins, imposing monuments, statues and fountains. Accommodations: Cicerone |
| Day 2 | Sorrento | Explore the Ruins of Pompeii and Sorrento: 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. Accommodations: Johanna Park |
| Day 3 | Sorrento | A Day on the Isle of Capri: 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 cafes 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. Accommodations: Johanna Park |
| Day 4 | Taormina | Cross the Strait to Taormina: Drive south via 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. Accommodations: Sant Alphio Garden Giardini Naxos |
| Day 5 | Taormina | Gardens and More in Taormina: 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 with a gelsi gelato and on to the Piazza for splendid panoramic views across the bay. Later, there's free time for shopping for souvenirs and handmade ceramics on the Corso. Accommodations: Sant Alphio Garden Giardini Naxos |
| Day 6 | Taormina | Taormina Your Way Connect with Locals: 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, Connect With Locals during a Be My Guest experience hosted at a beautiful family owned Sicilian lemon farm overlooking Mount Etna. Accommodations: Sant Alphio Garden Giardini Naxos |
| Day 7 | Agrigento | Journey to Ancient Agrigento: 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. Accommodations: Dioscuri Bay Palace |
| Day 8 | Palermo | Explore Sicilian Towns and on to Palermo: Discover hidden Palermo as you join a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER Experience, and learn about the civil anti-mafia movement. Travel to Erice and discover this 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. Accommodations: Garibaldi |
| Day 9 | Palermo | Enjoy the Views in Monreale Make Travel Matter: 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. Accommodations: Garibaldi |
| Day 10 | Palermo | Journey Home: Say arrivederci to Sicily and your newfound friends at the end of a memorable holiday. Accommodations: |
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- Hotel Class Key: D: Deluxe SF: Superior First Class F: First Class
