Highlights
- Experience Palermo’s colorful markets and golden mosaics
- Admire the striking medieval hill town of Erice
- Discover the history and cuisine of the Trapani province
- Enjoy wine and olive oil tastings in the Sicilian countryside
- Step back in ancient history at the Valley of the Temples
- See the chalky white expanse of the Scala dei Turchi sea cliffs
- Wander the unspoiled historic center of Ragusa Ibla
- Spend time in the beautiful towns of the Baroque Valley
- Explore Siracusa’s lovely old Greek center on Ortigia island
- Relax in the handsome resort town of Taormina
- Taste wines from Mount Etna’s volcanic vineyards
Brief Itinerary
Day 1 - Palermo
Arrive in Palermo and private transfer to your hotel.
Day 2 - Palermo
Guided tour of Palermo, including the Palatine Chapel and Monreale.
Day 3 - Marsala
Transfer to Marsala, with guided excursions to Erice and Trapani en route.
Day 4 - Agrigento
Visit a winery for a typical lunch and continue to your countryside hotel in Agrigento. Afternoon olive oil tasting experience.
Day 5 - Agrigento
Half-day guided excursion to the Valley of the Temples. Afternoon Sicilian cooking class.
Day 6 - Ragusa
Transfer to Ragusa with a visit to the Scala dei Turchi and the typical fishing village of Sciacca en route. Afternoon walking tour of Ragusa.
Day 7 - Ragusa
Morning at leisure in Ragusa. Afternoon visit to Modica, including a chocolate tasting.
Day 8 - Siracusa
Visit Marzamemi and Noto en route to your hotel in Siracusa.
Day 9 - Siracusa
Guided tour of Siracusa, including Ortigia and the Neapolis Archaeological Park.
Day 10 - Taormina
Private transfer to your hotel in Taormina. Free time to shop and stroll.
Day 11 - Taormina
Guided walking tour of Taormina, including the Greco-Roman theatre.
Day 12 - Taormina
Day trip to Mt. Etna with winery visit and local tastings.
Day 13 - Taormina
Day at leisure in Taormina for the beach. Optional excursion to the “Godfather villages” or a boat trip along the coast.
Day 14 - Departure
Private transfer to the Catania airport for departure.