Itinerary
- Day 1
Catania
You'll arrive at your hotel in Catania whenever suits your schedule. Get settled into your room, then grab dinner somewhere nearby at whatever time feels right. Spend a quiet evening at the hotel to recover from travel.
Optional Activities
- Private transfer from airport to hotel (available upon request)
- Day 2
Noto - Ragusa
After breakfast, you'll head to Syracuse to walk through the Archaeological Park of Neapolis, where you can see the Greek Theatre and explore the Ear of Dionysius. The island of Ortigia comes next with its Cathedral and Arethusa's Fountain, plus time to find lunch on your own. Later in the afternoon, you'll travel to Noto to check out the Baroque architecture and Palazzo Nicolaci Villadorata. From there, continue to Ragusa for dinner and your overnight stay.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Free time for lunch at Piazza Duomo, Syracuse), Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided visit to Archaeological Park of Neapolis including Greek Theatre, Roman Amphitheatre, Latomie of Paradise, and Ear of Dionysius
- Exploration of Ortigia island and Cathedral visit
- Stop at Arethusa's Fountain terrace overlooking the waterfront
- Guided visit to Noto and Palazzo Nicolaci Villadorata
- Free time to stroll through Noto's charming streets
Landmarks Archaeological Park of Neapolis Greek Theatre of Syracuse Ear of Dionysius Ortigia Cathedral of Syracuse Arethusa's Fountain Noto Palazzo Nicolaci Villadorata 
- Day 3
Modica - Piazza Armerina - Agrigento
Start in Ragusa Ibla, the UNESCO-protected heart of Sicilian Baroque with over 50 churches and the Cathedral at Dome Square, then explore the Giardino Ibleo gardens. You'll move on to Modica for a chocolate tasting at Sabadì. Lunch happens in the Orti di San Giorgio gardens with local food specialties. Next, visit Villa Romana del Casale in Piazza Armerina to see the Roman mosaics before heading to Agrigento for dinner and an overnight stay.
- Meals
- Lunch (Local delicacies in Orti di San Giorgio gardens), Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided visit to Ragusa Ibla and Cathedral in Dome Square
- Exploration of Giardino Ibleo gardens
- Chocolate tasting at Sabadì chocolate manufacturer in Modica
- Lunch with local delicacies in Orti di San Giorgio gardens
- Guided visit to Villa Romana del Casale
Landmarks Ragusa Ibla Cathedral of Ragusa Ibla Giardino Ibleo Modica Orti di San Giorgio Villa Romana del Casale 
- Day 4
Marsala - Palermo
This morning you'll explore Agrigento's Valley of the Temples, where the 5th-century Doric temples sit among almond trees. Then travel to Marsala for a walk through the city center and a guided tour of the historic Florio Cellars with the barrel chambers. You'll have a light lunch and wine tasting, then drive along the Salt Road before heading to Palermo for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Light lunch and wine tasting experience at Florio Cellars)
Included Activities
- Guided visit to Valley of the Temples including Temple of Hera, Temple of Concordia, and Temple of Heracles
- Leisurely walk through Marsala city centre
- Guided tour of Florio Cellars with barrel chambers
- Light lunch and wine tasting experience at Donna Franca and Duca Enrico tasting rooms
- Drive along the Salt Road between Trapani and Marsala
Landmarks Valley of the Temples Temple of Hera Temple of Concordia Temple of Heracles Florio Cellars 
- Day 5
Monreale - Palermo
After breakfast, you'll head to Monreale to see the impressive Norman Cathedral and its Arab-Norman cloister. Back in Palermo, you can visit the Cathedral, Martorana Church, and Cappella Palatina. By lunch you'll try typical local food, then check out the Teatro Massimo and Pretoria Fountain in the Kalsa area. The evening is free for you to explore on your own.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Typical local lunch)
Included Activities
- Guided visit to Norman Cathedral in Monreale
- Exploration of Arab-Norman cloister in Monreale
- Guided visit to Palermo Cathedral
- Visit to Martorana Church
- Visit to Cappella Palatina
- Viewing of Teatro Massimo
- Viewing of Pretoria Fountain in Kalsa area
Landmarks Monreale Cathedral Monreale Arab-Norman Cloister Mount Pellegrino Palermo Cathedral Martorana Church Cappella Palatina Teatro Massimo Pretoria Fountain - Day 6
Cefalu - Catania
After breakfast, you'll travel to Cefalù, a medieval town on Sicily's north coast. Explore the Norman Cathedral there and have free time to wander the streets or visit the Mandralisca Museum. Lunch is at a local restaurant, then head back to Catania to walk through the UNESCO-listed historic center with its Baroque architecture and black lava stone. You'll go from Duomo Square past the Liotru elephant symbol, through University Square and Via dei Crociferi, and visit S. Benedict Monastery. Stop for granita and brioche at a historic bar, and the rest of the day is yours to spend however you like.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at a renowned restaurant in Cefalu)
Included Activities
- Guided visit to Norman Cathedral in Cefalu
- Free time to explore Cefalu's charming streets
- Lunch at a renowned restaurant
- Walking tour of Catania's historic city centre starting at Duomo Square
- Viewing of Cathedral and Liotru elephant monument
- Visit to University Square and Via dei Crociferi
- Visit to S. Benedict Monastery
- Tasting of traditional "granita & brioche" at historic bar in Catania
Optional Activities
- Visit to Mandralisca Museum in Cefalu
Landmarks Cefalu Norman Cathedral Mandralisca Museum Catania Cathedral Duomo Square Liotru University Square Via dei Crociferi S. Benedict Monastery 
- Day 7
Mount Etna - Taormina - Catania
You'll check out Catania's pescheria fish market first, then travel to Mount Etna, Europe's highest volcano at roughly 3,350 metres. Head to Rifugio Sapienza to walk around the Crateri Silvestri volcanic cones with views across Sicily, the Aeolian Islands, and Calabria. Try local homemade honey and regional specialties before lunch. Later, continue to Taormina to see the Greek theatre with views over Giardini Naxos Bay and Mount Etna. You'll have free time to wander the medieval streets, shop for local handicrafts, or just soak in the atmosphere before returning to Catania.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at local restaurant near Mount Etna)
Included Activities
- Visit to Catania's pescheria (ancient fish market)
- Guided visit to Mount Etna regional park
- Exploration of Crateri Silvestri volcanic cones
- Tasting of local homemade honey and regional specialties
- Lunch at local restaurant near Mount Etna
- Guided visit to Taormina's Greek theatre
- Free time to explore Taormina's medieval streets
Optional Activities
- Shopping for local handicrafts including coral jewellery, delicate lace, ceramics, and pastries in Taormina
Landmarks Catania Pescheria Mount Etna Rifugio Sapienza Crateri Silvestri Taormina Greek Theatre Giardini Naxos Bay 
- Day 8
Catania to Valletta (Malta)
After breakfast, you'll have free time to explore Catania however you want before your private transfer to the airport for a direct flight to Malta. A private transfer picks you up upon landing and takes you to your hotel in San Giljan, St Julian's, or St Paul's Bay. Your tour leader doesn't travel with you to Malta, so you'll do guided sightseeing with local guides instead.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Explore Catania during free time before transfer
- Day 9
Malta Optional Excursions
You have two full-day options to choose from. Option 1 takes you to The Three Cities (Senglea, Vittoriosa, Cospicua) to learn about Malta's military history, then to the fishing village of Marsaxlokk with traditional boats and its market, a boat trip to the Blue Grotto, and through Dingli. Option 2 is a Maltese Archipelago Adventure starting with a mini-cruise from Bugibba to Comino's Blue Lagoon, then to Gozo to see Ta'Pinu, Dwejra, and Victoria with its Citadelle, circle around Comino to visit famous caves, and return to Bugibba.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Full-day excursion with private driver and guide (Option 1 or Option 2)
Landmarks Cottonera (The Three Cities) Senglea Vittoriosa Cospicua Marsaxlokk Wied iz-Zurrieq Blue Grotto Dingli Bugibba Comino Blue Lagoon Gozo Ta'Pinu Dwejra Victoria Citadelle St. Georges - Day 10
Valletta and Mdina
A half-day excursion takes you to Valletta, Malta's capital. You'll visit Casa Rocca Piccola, a 16th-century palace that's still the private residence of Maltese nobility. See St. John's Co-Cathedral to look at Caravaggio's 'The Beheading of St. John the Baptist' and enjoy views from the Upper Barrakka Gardens over the harbor. Check out the Grand Master's Palace, now home to the Maltese Parliament. After, head to Mdina to visit the Cathedral of St. Paul with time to walk around its charming streets and see scenic views. You're back at the hotel by afternoon with free time.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Half-day excursion to Valletta
- Visit to Casa Rocca Piccola
- Visit to St. John's Co-Cathedral and viewing of Caravaggio's "The Beheading of St. John the Baptist"
- Visit to Upper Barrakka Gardens
- Visit to Grand Master's Palace
- Visit to Cathedral of St. Paul in Mdina
- Free time to wander Mdina's charming streets and enjoy scenic views
Landmarks Valletta Casa Rocca Piccola St. John's Co-Cathedral Upper Barrakka Gardens Grand Master's Palace Mdina Cathedral of St. Paul - Day 11
Departure
Your tour finishes after breakfast and checkout. You'll need to arrange your own transportation to the airport or your next destination since no transfer is provided on this day.
- Meals
- Breakfast
