Could you please clarify the difference between "Standard" and "Premium" hotel options? Also, as a 40 yr old female solo traveler planning to join in July or August, I'm curious about the typical age range of participants on this trip. Any tips for solo travelers would also be appreciated!

Standard 4 star - Marriott, Hilton, of that level. Premium - usually boutique upscale 4 stars, or 5 star properties. What you prefer?

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7 Day Classic Sicily Small Group Tour

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From Palermo to Taormina

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Operator: Firebird Tours
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
Max Group Size 14
Ages 12+

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Intro
Introduction
Day 1
Palermo
Palermo
Start point
Palermo, Italy (We arrange private arrival transfer for you. Your driver will be waiting for you at the airport arrival hall holding a sign with your name and will take you to the hotel for check-in., 00:00 - 00:00)
Accommodation
Hotel 4* (Eurostars Central Palace)
Day 2
Palermo
Palermo
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel 4* (Eurostars Central Palace)
Included Activities
- Private guided comprehensive sightseeing tour of Palermo
- Visit to Norman Palace
- Visit to Palatine Chapel
- Walk through historic Palermo including Cathedral in Corso Vittorio Emanuele, Four Corners, Piazza Pretoria, La Martorana church, and San Cataldo church
Optional Activities
- Optional guided tour of Palermo in afternoon/evening
Landmarks
Norman Palace
Palatine Chapel
Cathedral of Palermo
Four Corners (Quattro Canti)
Tuscan fountain in Piazza Pretoria
La Martorana
San Cataldo
Day 3
Palermo to Syracuse
Palermo to Syracuse
Accommodation
Hotel 4* (Palazzo Artemide - VRetreats)
Included Activities
- Visit to Valley of the Temples (UNESCO World Heritage site)
- Visit to Temple of Concord
- Visit to Scala dei Turchi Cliffs
Optional Activities
- Lunch at local restaurant in Agrigento
Landmarks
Valley of the Temples
Temple of Concord
Scala dei Turchi
Day 4
Syracuse
Syracuse
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel 4* (Palazzo Artemide - VRetreats)
Included Activities
- Guided city tour of Syracuse
- Visit to Neapolis Park
- Explore Greek Theater
- Visit to Ear of Dionysius
- Visit to Roman Amphitheater
- Inside visit to Duomo of Syracuse on Ortygia Island
Landmarks
Neapolis Park
Greek Theater of Syracuse
Ear of Dionysius
Roman Amphitheater of Syracuse
Duomo of Syracuse
Ortygia Island
Day 5
Syracuse to Taormina
Syracuse to Taormina
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel 4* (Hotel Villa Paradiso)
Day 6
Taormina
Taormina
Accommodation
Hotel 4* (Hotel Villa Paradiso)
Included Activities
- Private guided tour of Taormina highlights
- Stroll along Corso Umberto I
- Visit to Greco-Roman Theater
Optional Activities
- Beach time
- Dinner at local restaurants overlooking the bay
Landmarks
Greco-Roman Theater of Taormina
Mount Etna
Day 7
Taormina to Catania
Taormina to Catania
End point
Taormina, Messina, Italy (We arrange private departure transfers for you from Hotel., 00:00 - 00:00)
Meals
Breakfast

Landmarks
Norman Palace
Palatine Chapel
Cathedral of Palermo
Four Corners (Quattro Canti)
Tuscan fountain in Piazza Pretoria
La Martorana
San Cataldo

Landmarks
Valley of the Temples
Temple of Concord
Scala dei Turchi

Landmarks
Neapolis Park
Greek Theater of Syracuse
Ear of Dionysius
Roman Amphitheater of Syracuse
Duomo of Syracuse
Ortygia Island

Landmarks
Greco-Roman Theater of Taormina
Mount Etna

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Eurostars Central Palace
Hotel 4*
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Palazzo Artemide - VRetreats
Hotel 4*
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Hotel Villa Paradiso
Hotel 4*
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Mary5.0•September 2025
Excellent experience! Hotels, tours and transportation exceeded our expectations. Thank you Firebird! My husband...
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Robert5.0•September 2025
I had an amazing experience with Firebird Tours and highly recommend them! From start to finish, they were incredibly...
I had an amazing experience with Firebird Tours and highly recommend them! From start to finish, they were incredibly accommodating, knowledgeable, and easy to work with in planning our vacation. The small group tour was perfect for us. We loved the guided tours and transfers, also enjoyed having the freedom to plan our own days and meals. Every detail was well-organized and everything went smoothly. The transfers made traveling from city to city stress-free, and our guides were fantastic. The hotels were excellent and in great locations. It was a perfect trip, and I would absolutely travel with Firebird again!Show more
Beatrice5.0•September 2025
Our trip to Italy was amazing. The hotels were great, and getting around was easy with trains, water taxis, and...
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Could you please clarify the difference between "Standard" and "Premium" hotel options? Also, as a 40 yr old female solo traveler planning to join in July or August, I'm curious about the typical age range of participants on this trip. Any tips for solo travelers would also be appreciated!
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  Standard 4 star - Marriott, Hilton, of that level. Premium - usually boutique upscale 4 stars, or 5 star properties. What you prefer?

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7 Day Classic Sicily Small Group Tour

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