Ultimate Southern Italy & Sicily
Lecce | Alberobello | Matera | Amalfi Coast | Siracusa | Taormina (15 Days)
For those with more time, take a grand tour of southern Italy and the captivating island of Sicily. Breathtaking scenes, ancient temples, rich cuisine and local legends.
Highlights
- Discover Lecce, the ‘Florence of the South’
- Marvel at the dramatic ‘White City’ of Ostuni
- Enjoy a stroll through the storybook town of Alberobello
- Spend time enjoying the renowned architecture of Matera
- Hear the stories of Matera’s ancient rock caves called ‘Sassi’
- Roam the haunting streets of ancient Pompeii in the shadow of Mt Vesuvius
- Get your camera ready for the stunning views of the Amalfi Coast
- Explore the beautiful luxe island of Capri
- Wander Siracusa’s lovely old Greek center on Ortigia island
- Take a day trip to the beautiful towns of the Baroque Valley
- Taste wines from Mount Etna’s volcanic vineyards
- Relax in the handsome resort town of Taormina
View Map
Brief Itinerary
| Day |
Highlights |
Overnight |
| Day 1 |
Arrive in Bari and private transfer to your hotel in the beautiful city of Lecce. |
Lecce |
| Day 2 |
Guided city walking tour including Lecce’s Baroque sights and ancient Roman ampitheatre. |
Lecce |
| Day 3 |
Visit the ‘white city’ of Ostuni and the cute ‘Trulli houses’ of Alberobello en route to your hotel in Matera. |
Matera |
| Day 4 |
Guided walking tour of Matera’s pretty Baroque center and its ancient rock-carved dwellings. |
Matera |
| Day 5 |
Transfer to your hotel on the Amalfi Coast. Afternoon excursion to ancient Pompeii. |
Amalfi Coast |
| Day 6 |
Day trip to discover the Amalfi Coast vistas and towns. |
Amalfi Coast |
| Day 7 |
Day trip to the island of Capri. |
Amalfi Coast |
| Day 8 |
Day at leisure on the Amalfi Coast. Optional activities available (cooking class, hiking, kayaking, etc). |
Amalfi Coast |
| Day 9 |
Flight from Naples to Catania in Sicily and private transfer to your hotel in Siracusa. |
Siracusa |
| Day 10 |
Guided tour of Siracusa, including Ortigia and Neapolis Archaeological Park. |
Siracusa |
| Day 11 |
Day trip to the beautiful towns of the Baroque Valley: Ragusa, Modica and Noto. |
Siracusa |
| Day 12 |
Visit Mt. Etna, with lunch and local tastings, en route to your hotel in Taormina. |
Taormina |
| Day 13 |
Guided walking tour of Taormina, including the Greco-Roman theatre. Optional ‘Godfather villages’ excursion. |
Taormina |
| Day 14 |
Day at leisure in Taormina for the beach. Optional ‘Godfather villages’ excursion, or take a boat trip to Grotta Azzurra, Capo Taormina, Grotta del Giorno and the Bay of Mazzarò. |
Taormina |
| Day 15 |
Private transfer to the airport for your departure flight. |
|
Let’s Start Planning Your Adventure