Itinerary
- Day 1
Catania
You'll arrive in Catania and get settled into your hotel. This is your chance to rest up and get oriented before the Sicilian exploration kicks off tomorrow.
- Meals
- Dinner
- Day 2
Catania - Syracuse
Start the morning at Catania's Cathedral and then head to Castello Ursino. After that, it's on to Syracuse where you'll walk through the Teatro Greco and the Archaeological Museum to see Greek and Roman artifacts. Later you'll wander the old town, passing the Temple of Apollo and crossing Piazza Archimede to reach the Fountain of Artemis. The day ends at the Arethusa spring where you can see where locals gather.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit Cathedral of Catania
- See Castello Ursino of Frederick II
- Explore Teatro Greco in Archaeological Park of Syracuse
- Visit the Ear of Dionysius
- Archaeological Museum of Syracuse
- See Temple of Apollo remains
- Walk across Piazza Archimede
- View Fountain of Artemis
- Visit Syracuse Cathedral
- Visit Arethusa spring
Landmarks Cathedral of Catania Castello Ursino Teatro Greco Ear of Dionysius Archaeological Museum of Syracuse Temple of Apollo Piazza Archimede Fountain of Artemis Syracuse Cathedral Arethusa Spring - Day 3
Pantalica - Noto - Ragusa Ibla
You'll drive across the Hyblaean Mountains to reach Pantalica, the necropolis where the Siculi buried their dead from the 13th to 8th century BC. Then head to Noto around lunchtime to see its bright Baroque architecture. Later you'll continue to Ragusa Ibla, the lower town rebuilt in Baroque style after the 1693 earthquake.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit Pantalica necropolis
- Explore Noto
- Visit Ragusa Ibla
Landmarks Pantalica Noto Ragusa Ibla - Day 4
Enna - Morgantina - Piazza Armerina
Start in the mountain town of Enna, which was once a sanctuary to Demeter. Climb up the Staufer fortress tower for views across the landscape. Then check out the excavations at Morgantina, which has been inhabited since the early Bronze Age. By afternoon, you'll visit Villa Casale near Piazza Armerina to see the mosaics showing daily and courtly life from ancient Rome.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit Enna
- Tour Staufer fortress tower
- Visit main church in Enna
- Explore Morgantina excavations
- Visit Villa Casale
Landmarks Enna Staufer Fortress Morgantina Villa Casale - Day 5
Agrigento
Head to the Valley of the Temples near Agrigento to see Sicily's ancient Greek temples stretching across about two kilometers. Spend time walking through the temples and then visit the modern Archaeological Museum with its collection of artifacts and exhibits.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit Valley of the Temples
- Explore Archaeological Museum of Agrigento
Landmarks Valley of the Temples Archaeological Museum of Agrigento 
- Day 6
Selinunte - Castelvetrano
Visit Selinunte, one of Sicily's largest ancient sites, where you can see Greek temples from the 6th and 5th centuries BC. Spend time exploring the complex and then check out the quarries at Cave di Cusa. In the afternoon, you'll explore Castelvetrano and its Norman church.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Explore Selinunte
- Visit Cave di Cusa quarries
- Explore Castelvetrano
Landmarks Selinunte Cave di Cusa Castelvetrano - Day 7
Marsala - Mozia
Start in Marsala where you'll take a walk through town and do a wine tasting with snacks. Then head to the ancient Phoenician island of Mozia to see the monumental city walls and a marble youth sculpture from the 5th century BC in the local museum. You'll return to Marsala for dinner, and the choice of restaurants is yours.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Wine tasting in Marsala
- Walk in Marsala
- Visit Mozia
- Visit Mozia museum
Optional Activities
- Choose dinner restaurant in Marsala
Landmarks Marsala Mozia - Day 8
Erice - Segesta - Palermo
Drive up to the mountain village of Erice for great views over Trapani and the north-west coast. Then you'll continue to the Temple of Segesta standing alone in the landscape, where the theater offers wide views of mountains and coastline. After that, you'll arrive in Palermo.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Erice
- Visit Temple of Segesta
- Visit Theater of Segesta
Landmarks Erice Temple of Segesta Theater of Segesta - Day 9
Palermo
You'll explore Palermo's art and history starting with the cathedral on your own schedule. Stop at Frederick II's sarcophagus to learn about the court. Then check out the mosaics in the Cappella Palatina at the Norman Palace and walk through the church of S. Giovanni degli Eremiti.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Tour Palermo city center
- Visit Cathedral of Palermo
- Visit Frederick II sarcophagus
- See Cappella Palatina mosaics in Norman Palace
- Visit Church of S. Giovanni degli Eremiti
Landmarks Cathedral of Palermo Norman Palace Cappella Palatina Church of S. Giovanni degli Eremiti - Day 10
Monreale - Palermo
Visit the Norman cathedral of Monreale with its famous mosaics and explore the cloister of the Benedictine abbey. In the afternoon, you'll spend time in Palermo however you like. Check out one of the city's famous markets and wander through the busy streets.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Norman Cathedral of Monreale
- See mosaics of Monreale Cathedral
- Visit cloister of Benedictine abbey
Optional Activities
- Visit famous markets in Palermo
- Explore Palermo city streets
Landmarks Cathedral of Monreale Benedictine Abbey of Monreale - Day 11
Cefalù - Tindari - Oliveri
Head to Cefalù, nestled at the foot of a massive rock, to explore the old town and Norman cathedral. Then travel to Tindari, which sits high above the sea and is Sicily's main pilgrimage site. You'll spend the night in the small village of Oliveri where authentic restaurants and pizzerias are nearby.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Cefalù
- Visit Norman Cathedral of Cefalù
- Visit Tindari
Optional Activities
- Dinner at authentic restaurants or pizzerias in Oliveri
Landmarks Cefalù Norman Cathedral of Cefalù Tindari - Day 12
Nebroden Mountains - Abakaion - Tripi - Montalbano Elicona
Drive to the Nebroden mountains with a stop at a beekeeping farm to taste local honey. You'll explore the ancient Greek excavation of Abakaion and see its necropolis. Later, visit the medieval town of Tripi and its small archaeological museum. After a picnic lunch with wine outdoors, you'll see the giant megalithic rocks on the Argimusco plateau. Before heading back to Oliveri, stop briefly at Montalbano Elicona, recognized as one of Italy's most beautiful villages.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Picnic with wine)
Included Activities
- Visit beekeeping farm
- Taste honey at beekeeping farm
- Explore Abakaion excavation and necropolis
- Visit Tripi
- Visit archaeological museum in Tripi
- Visit Argimusco plateau
- Visit Montalbano Elicona
Landmarks Abakaion Tripi Argimusco Plateau Montalbano Elicona - Day 13
Mount Etna - Taormina - Giardini Naxos
Leave Oliveri and drive up to Mount Etna. If the weather cooperates, you'll walk through the solidified lava near the Silvestri craters, and you can drive higher to the summit if you want (at your own cost). In the afternoon, head to Taormina to walk through quiet alleyways to the Greco-Roman theater. You'll see the blue sea and Mount Etna before reaching Giardini Naxos.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit Mount Etna
- Walk near Silvestri craters
- Visit Taormina
- Visit Greco-Roman theater of Taormina
Optional Activities
- Drive to Mount Etna summit (at own expense)
Landmarks Mount Etna Silvestri Craters Taormina Greco-Roman Theater of Taormina - Day 14
Giardini Naxos
Spend the day relaxing at your hotel and using its facilities. You can take a stroll through town or along the beach. Your tour guide has suggestions to help you make the most of the day.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Explore Giardini Naxos town
- Walk along the beach
- Day 15
Catania Departure
You'll fly home from Catania, or you can choose to stay a few more days enjoying the sun in Giardini Naxos.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Extend stay in Giardini Naxos
