Itinerary
- Day 1
Catania
You'll arrive at your hotel in Catania and have the rest of the day to settle in. Dinner is on your own schedule, so feel free to explore the area around your hotel or relax after travel. Then you'll spend the night there.
- Start point
- Catania, Italy (Your Hotel in Catania, 15:00 - 19:00)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Il Principe Hotel 4*), Hotel (Hotel Romano House 4*)
Optional Activities
- Private transfer from airport to hotel (available on request)
- Day 2
Catania to Syracuse to Noto to Ragusa
After breakfast, you're heading to Syracuse to see one of Sicily's most important Greek colonies. The Archaeological Park of Neapolis has the Greek Theatre, Roman Amphitheatre, Latomie of Paradise, and the Ear of Dionysius all in one spot. From there, walk through Ortigia's old center and check out the Cathedral and Arethusa's Fountain. You'll have free time for lunch before traveling to Noto, famous for its 18th-century Baroque style. Later you'll continue to Ragusa for dinner and overnight.
- Meals
- Breakfast (International breakfast in hotel), Dinner (Dinner at hotel)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Mediterraneo Palace 4*)
Included Activities
- Guided visit of Archaeological Park of Neapolis including Greek Theatre, Roman Amphitheatre, Latomie of Paradise, and Ear of Dionysius
- Guided visit of Ortigia historic centre including Cathedral and Arethusa's Fountain
- Guided visit of Noto with free time for walking tour
Optional Activities
- Lunch in Syracuse (free time to arrange)
Landmarks Archaeological Park of Neapolis Greek Theatre of Syracuse Roman Amphitheatre of Syracuse Latomie of Paradise Ear of Dionysius Ortigia Syracuse Cathedral Piazza Duomo Arethusa's Fountain Noto 
- Day 3
Modica - Piazza Armerina - Agrigento
Starting in Ragusa Ibla, you'll explore the Baroque center and visit the Cathedral in the Dome square. Then head to Giardini Ibleo gardens for views across the area. Next, you're going to Modica to stop at Sabadì chocolate manufacturer for a tasting of local flavors. After lunch at a local spot, you'll travel to Piazza Armerina to see Villa Romana del Casale with its polychrome mosaics. The day ends with a transfer to Agrigento for dinner and overnight.
- Meals
- Breakfast (International breakfast in hotel), Lunch (Lunch in a local restaurant), Dinner (Dinner at hotel)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Baia Di Ulisse 4*)
Included Activities
- Guided visit of Ragusa Ibla historical centre including Cathedral and Giardino Ibleo
- Visit to Sabadì chocolate manufacturer with multisensorial tasting
- Guided visit of Modica
- Guided visit of Villa Romana del Casale
Landmarks Ragusa Ibla Ragusa Cathedral Dome Square Giardino Ibleo Modica Villa Romana del Casale 
- Day 4
Marsala - Salt Road - Palermo
You'll spend the morning at the Valley of the Temples, a UNESCO site with 5th-century Doric temples like the Temple of Hera, Temple of Concordia, and Temple of Heracles, surrounded by almond trees. Later, you're traveling to Marsala to walk through the town center with its noble palaces and baroque churches. There's an exclusive guided tour of the historic Florio Cellars with light lunch and wine tasting. Before heading to Palermo for overnight, you'll visit the Salt Road to see the ancient salt marshes.
- Meals
- Breakfast (International breakfast in hotel), Lunch (Light lunch and wine tasting at Florio Cellars)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Mercure Hotel 4*), Hotel (Ibis Styles Cristal 4*)
Included Activities
- Guided visit of Valley of the Temples including Temple of Hera, Temple of Concordia, and Temple of Heracles
- Guided walking tour of Marsala town center
- Exclusive guided tour of Florio Cellars including light lunch and wine tasting
- Visit to Salt Road
Landmarks Valley of the Temples Temple of Hera Temple of Concordia Temple of Heracles Florio Cellars Salt Road 
- Day 5
Monreale - Palermo
After breakfast, you're going to Monreale to see the massive Norman Cathedral and its Arab-Norman Cloister with intricate art and semi-precious stone work. Then you'll return to Palermo to explore its multicultural architecture. You'll visit the Cathedral, Martorana Church, and Cappella Palatina. Lunch will feature local food, and along the way, you'll see Teatro Massimo and the fountain in Pretoria Square. The evening is free for you to do what you like.
- Meals
- Breakfast (International breakfast in hotel), Lunch (Typical lunch with local food)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Mercure Hotel 4*), Hotel (Ibis Styles Cristal 4*)
Included Activities
- Guided visit of Monreale Norman Cathedral
- Guided visit of Monreale Cloister
- Guided visit of Palermo Cathedral
- Guided visit of Martorana Church
- Guided visit of Cappella Palatina
- Guided viewing of Teatro Massimo
- Guided viewing of fountain in Pretoria Square
Landmarks Monreale Cathedral Monreale Cloister Palermo Cathedral Martorana Church Cappella Palatina Teatro Massimo Pretoria Square Fountain 
- Day 6
Cefalù - Catania
You're heading to Cefalu, a medieval town on Sicily's northern coast, after breakfast. The Norman Dome is worth seeing, and you'll have free time to wander the town or visit the Mandralisca Museum. Lunch is at a popular local restaurant. Then you'll travel to Catania to explore its UNESCO heritage center with Baroque style and distinctive black lava stone streets. Starting from Duomo Square with its Cathedral and the Liotru statue, you'll visit University Square, walk Via dei Crociferi, and see the S. Benedict Monastery. There's a break at a historical bar for granita and brioche before overnight in Catania.
- Meals
- Breakfast (International breakfast in hotel), Lunch (Lunch at a famous local restaurant), Snack (Tasting of Sicilian granita and brioche at a historical bar)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Il Principe Hotel 4*), Hotel (Hotel Romano House 4*)
Included Activities
- Guided visit of Cefalù Norman Dome
- Guided visit of Catania historical centre including Duomo Square, Cathedral, and Liotru statue
- Guided visit of University Square
- Guided walk along Via dei Crociferi
- Guided visit of S. Benedict Monastery
- Tasting of Sicilian granita and brioche at a historical bar
Optional Activities
- Visit to Mandralisca Museum in Cefalù (free time to arrange)
Landmarks Cefalù Cefalù Norman Dome Mandralisca Museum Catania Duomo Square Catania Cathedral Liotru University Square Via dei Crociferi S. Benedict Monastery 
- Day 7
Mount Etna - Taormina - Catania
After a quick look at Catania's pescheria fish market, you're heading to Mount Etna, Europe's highest volcano at about 3,350m/11,000ft. You'll reach Rifugio Sapienza and explore the Crateri Silvestri, small inactive volcanic cones surrounded by ancient lava. The views take in Sicily, the Aeolian Islands, and Calabria. You'll taste local homemade honey and regional products. Then you're going to Taormina for lunch at a restaurant in the historic center. The Greek theatre there has incredible views over Giardini Naxos Bay and Mount Etna. Free time lets you wander medieval streets and shop for local items before returning to Catania for dinner and overnight.
- Meals
- Breakfast (International breakfast in hotel), Lunch (Lunch in a lovely restaurant in Taormina historic center)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Il Principe Hotel 4*), Hotel (Hotel Romano House 4*)
Included Activities
- Short visit of Catania fish market (pescheria)
- Guided visit of Mount Etna and Rifugio Sapienza
- Guided visit of Crateri Silvestri
- Visit to beekeeping honey company with honey tasting
- Guided visit of Taormina Greek theatre
Optional Activities
- Free time to walk through Taormina's medieval streets and shopping
Landmarks Catania Fish Market Mount Etna Rifugio Sapienza Crateri Silvestri Taormina Taormina Greek Theatre Giardini Naxos Bay - Day 8
Catania to Malta
You have free time this morning to explore Catania's city center. Depending on your flight, you'll transfer to Catania airport for a direct flight to Malta (20kg luggage included). Once you arrive in Malta, a private transfer takes you to your hotel. Dinner is on your own, and then you'll settle in for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast (International breakfast in hotel)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Argento 4*)
Optional Activities
- Free time to explore Catania city centre before airport transfer
- Day 9
Cottonera - Marsaxlokk - Wied iz-Zurrieq - Blue Grotto
Full day with a private driver and guide exploring Malta. You'll visit Cottonera (The Three Cities) of Senglea, Vittoriosa, and Cospicua, then head to Marsaxlokk fishing village with its traditional colorful luzzi boats. There's time to browse the local market. Next, you're going to Wied iz-Zurrieq for a sea trip to the Blue Grotto, a natural cave with fluorescent underwater colors. Alternatively, you can take a boat excursion to Comino's Blue Lagoon (about one hour for swimming), then Gozo visiting Ta'Pinu, Dwejra, and Victoria, plus famous caves before returning late afternoon. Either way, you'll be back at your hotel for overnight.
- Meals
- Breakfast (International breakfast in hotel)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Argento 4*)
Included Activities
- Full day excursion with private driver and guide to Cottonera, Marsaxlokk, Wied iz-Zurrieq, and Blue Grotto
- Sea excursion to Blue Grotto
Optional Activities
- Alternative: Comino-Blue Lagoon-Gozo-Malta Caves boat excursion with private driver and guide including boat sailing, Blue Lagoon swimming stop (approximately 1 hour), Gozo island visit (approximately 3 hours), cave circumnavigation around Comino
Landmarks Cottonera Senglea Vittoriosa Cospicua Marsaxlokk Wied iz-Zurrieq Blue Grotto Bugibba Comino Blue Lagoon Gozo Ta'Pinu Dwejra Victoria Citadelle St. Georges 
- Day 10
Valletta - Mdina - Malta
After breakfast, you have a half-day guided tour of Valletta's highlights. You'll visit Casa Rocca Piccola, a 16th-century palace and current residence of the Marquis De Piro. The Cathedral of St. John has Caravaggio's Beheading of St. John the Baptist. Barraca Gardens offers views overlooking Valletta's port. You'll see the Grand Master's Palace, now home to Malta's Parliament. Then you're traveling to Mdina, Malta's former capital, to visit the Cathedral of St. Paul and walk through the lovely streets with viewpoints. After returning to your hotel, the afternoon is free.
- Meals
- Breakfast (International breakfast in hotel)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Argento 4*)
Included Activities
- Half-day guided excursion to Valletta
- Guided visit of Casa Rocca Piccola
- Guided visit of Cathedral of St. John
- Guided visit of Barraca Gardens
- Guided visit of Grand Master's Palace
- Guided visit of Mdina Cathedral of St. Paul
Optional Activities
- Free time in Mdina to walk through streets and explore viewpoints
Landmarks Valletta Casa Rocca Piccola Cathedral of St. John Barraca Gardens Grand Master's Palace Mdina Mdina Cathedral of St. Paul - Day 11
Departure
After breakfast, you'll check out of your hotel. That's the end of tour services.
- End point
- Malta (Your Hotel in Malta, 08:00 - 11:00)
- Meals
- Breakfast (International breakfast in hotel)
