How do I request a letter for my visa application?

You can contact us for assistance in obtaining a confirmation letter for your visa application.

Can I pay using a specific card type for this trip?

You can inquire about payment methods when booking your trip; various options are generally available.

Can I request a single room during the trip?

Single rooms are available for an additional cost.

What type of transportation will be used during the tour?

Transportation will be via Contiki motorcoaches.

What should I do if I want to change my payment plan?

You can discuss modifying your payment plan options with our customer service team.

Will accommodation be shared with the same gender?

Shared accommodation is typically with other travelers of the same gender.

Is there information about the group composition for this tour? What is the gender distribution and current number of participants and their ages?

The September 8, 2024 departure is confirmed and available. This trip accommodates a maximum of 24 travelers.

Which hotels will you be using? Also, could you give us a quote for round trip airfare from San Diego for one couple and Seattle for the other?

The hotel for this trip is being finalized as the tour is set to depart in September 2025. Contiki trips are specifically tailored for individuals aged 18 to 35 years old. TourRadar doesn't include international airfare, but travelers can search flight prices through our website.

Is there a cancellation policy if I don't get my visa?

Cancelation policies may apply based on the timing of your cancellation; it's essential to review these details.

When will I know who else is joining the trip?

You will have access to a chat feature 30 days before your departure to connect with other travelers.

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Sicily Escape (Classic)

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From Catania to Palermo

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Platinum Operator: Contiki
Ancient Wonders: Walk among ruins, temples, and timeless landmarks
Group Tour: Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Fully Guided: An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity: Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 8 - 24
Ages 18-35

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Itinerary

Intro
Introduction
Day 1
Catania
Catania
Meals
Dinner (Sicilian cuisine at a local restaurant)
Accommodation
Hotel (Mercure Catania Excelsior (or similar))
Included Activities
- Explore Catania's UNESCO listed historic core
Landmarks
Piazza Stesicoro
Via dei Crociferi
Day 2
Catania to Taormina
Catania to Taormina
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Villa Esperia (or similar))
Included Activities
- Ride the cable car in Taormina
Optional Activities
- Cooking class with local pros - learn to make arancini and cannoli
Day 3
Taormina
Taormina
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Villa Esperia (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Ride up Mt Etna (Europe's highest active volcano) passing vineyards and orchards
- Visit the ancient Roman theatre
- Relax on the beach
Landmarks
Mount Etna
Ancient Roman Theatre of Taormina
Day 4
Taormina - Noto - Syracuse
Taormina - Noto - Syracuse
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Panorama Palace Hotel (or similar))
Included Activities
- Explore Noto's baroque architecture and Corso Vittoria Emanuele
- Tastes of Sicily experience at an organic farm
- Visit Syracuse UNESCO World Heritage Site
Landmarks
Corso Vittoria Emanuele
Syracuse
Day 5
Syracuse to Cefalù via Valley of the Temples
Syracuse to Cefalù via Valley of the Temples
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner (Sicilian delicacies)
Accommodation
Hotel (Le Sabbie D Oro Hotel Cefalu (or similar))
Included Activities
- Explore the Valley of the Temples - ancient temples, sanctuaries, and necropolis
Landmarks
Valley of the Temples
Day 6
Cefalù
Cefalù
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Le Sabbie D Oro Hotel Cefalu (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Water sports on the beach
- Coastal cruise
Day 7
Cefalù to Palermo
Cefalù to Palermo
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner (Farewell dinner Al Fresco at the 'bistro of second chances')
Accommodation
Hotel (Ibis Styles President (or similar))
Included Activities
- Walking tour through historic centre - Palermo's Mafia and anti-Mafia movement story
Day 8
Palermo
Palermo
Meals
Breakfast

Landmarks
Piazza Stesicoro
Via dei Crociferi

Landmarks
Mount Etna
Ancient Roman Theatre of Taormina

Landmarks
Corso Vittoria Emanuele
Syracuse

Landmarks
Valley of the Temples

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Transport

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Flights
Insurance
Optional
Additional Services

Where You'll Stay

All accommodations are subject to change

Mercure Catania Excelsior (or similar)
Hotel
day 1
Villa Esperia (or similar)
Hotel
Days 2, 3
Panorama Palace Hotel (or similar)
Hotel
day 4
Le Sabbie D Oro Hotel Cefalu (or similar)
Hotel
Days 5, 6
Ibis Styles President (or similar)
Hotel
day 7

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Rating: 4.7 (6,363 reviews)
Response time: 8 hours
Response rate: 80%
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Brooklyn4.8•July 2026
Led by Thomas
Amazing experience!! It was our first time travelling overseas and we loved every minute of it, not having to be on...
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Jade4.7•July 2026
Led by Thomas
Tom was an amazing guide and always had the best local recommendations with incredible day sheets and maps of all the...
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Ebony4.8•July 2026
Led by Thomas
Tom was incredible!! Most enjoyable and memorable trip of my life, thanks to Tom and his knowledge, energy & passion.

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Steffi
Asked on March 20th, 2025
How do I request a letter for my visa application?
Visa
- ContikiOperator•Written March 2025
  You can contact us for assistance in obtaining a confirmation letter for your visa application.
M
Martinus
Asked on February 8th, 2025
Can I pay using a specific card type for this trip?
Payments
- ContikiOperator•Written February 2025
  You can inquire about payment methods when booking your trip; various options are generally available.
T
Toni
Asked on December 18th, 2024
Can I request a single room during the trip?
Accommodation
Single supplement
- ContikiOperator•Written December 2024
  Single rooms are available for an additional cost.
P
Philippe
Asked on December 14th, 2024
What type of transportation will be used during the tour?
Transport
- ContikiOperator•Written December 2024
  Transportation will be via Contiki motorcoaches.
D
Dana
Asked on December 14th, 2024
What should I do if I want to change my payment plan?
Payments
- ContikiOperator•Written December 2024
  You can discuss modifying your payment plan options with our customer service team.
J
Joan
Asked on December 2nd, 2024
Will accommodation be shared with the same gender?
Accommodation
- ContikiOperator•Written December 2024
  Shared accommodation is typically with other travelers of the same gender.
B
Bonnie
Asked on August 6th, 2024
Is there information about the group composition for this tour? What is the gender distribution and current number of participants and their ages?
Group size
Other
- ContikiOperator•Written August 2024
  The September 8, 2024 departure is confirmed and available. This trip accommodates a maximum of 24 travelers.
J
Jean
Asked on June 5th, 2024
Which hotels will you be using? Also, could you give us a quote for round trip airfare from San Diego for one couple and Seattle for the other?
Accommodation
Flights / Transfers
- ContikiOperator•Written June 2024
  The hotel for this trip is being finalized as the tour is set to depart in September 2025. Contiki trips are specifically tailored for individuals aged 18 to 35 years old. TourRadar doesn't include international airfare, but travelers can search flight prices through our website.
- J
  Jean
  Traveler•Written June 2024
  Since we are not in your targeted age group, we will continue our search elsewhere.
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Kirsten Janieke
Asked on April 12th, 2024
Is there a cancellation policy if I don't get my visa?
Payments
Visa
- ContikiOperator•Written April 2024
  Cancelation policies may apply based on the timing of your cancellation; it's essential to review these details.
N
Nicholas
Asked on April 3rd, 2024
When will I know who else is joining the trip?
Group size
- ContikiOperator•Written April 2024
  You will have access to a chat feature 30 days before your departure to connect with other travelers.

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Visa
- Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
- Here is an indication for which countries you might need a visa. Please contact the local embassy for help applying for visas to these places.
Payment information
- For any tour departing before November 20th, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after November 20th, 2026, a minimum payment of $200 is required to confirm your booking with Contiki. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 65 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
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Sicily Escape (Classic)

Itinerary

Introduction

Catania

Included Activities

Catania to Taormina

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Taormina

Optional Activities

Taormina - Noto - Syracuse

Included Activities

Syracuse to Cefalù via Valley of the Temples

Included Activities

Cefalù

Optional Activities

Cefalù to Palermo

Included Activities

Palermo

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