Itinerary
- Intro
Introduction
- Day 1
Naples
Naples- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Stroll along the coast
- Explore narrow, winding streets
- Visit ancient churches
- Enjoy pizza dinner at a local eatery
- Day 2
Naples to Civita
Naples to Civita- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Nature-based hike in Civita
Optional Activities
- Explore the village on foot
- Visit local shop to sample regional delights
- Scenic walk in the hills
Landmarks Civita - Day 3
Civita
Civita- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Hike up Mount Sellaro
- Visit Cerchiara di Calabria for local bread
- Visit remote Byzantine sanctuary
- Explore Pollino National Park
Landmarks Mount Sellaro Pollino National Park Cerchiara di Calabria - Day 4
Civita to Tropea
Civita to Tropea- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Orientation walk with leader in Tropea
Optional Activities
- Visit the Duomo (Norman cathedral)
- Visit Museo Diocesano
- Head to the beach
Landmarks Duomo of Tropea Museo Diocesano - Day 5
Tropea to Stromboli
Tropea to Stromboli- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Stromboli by Night boat excursion
Optional Activities
- Swim in the Aeolian Islands
- Shop along the main street
- Dine at a local restaurant
Landmarks Stromboli San Vincenzo Sciara del Fuoco - Day 6
Tropea to Reggio Calabria
Tropea to Reggio Calabria- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- National Archaeological Museum of Reggio visit
Optional Activities
- Orientation walk
- Visit Bronzi di Riace exhibits
- Dine on local dishes like grilled swordfish or pasta with cauliflower and broccoli
Landmarks National Archaeological Museum of Reggio Calabria - Day 7
Reggio Calabria to Taormina to Catania
Reggio Calabria to Taormina to Catania- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Private boat excursion in Taormina
Optional Activities
- Swim in the sea
- Explore Catania's bar culture
- Dine at a restaurant
Landmarks Taormina - Day 8
Catania
Catania- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Orientation walk with leader in Catania
- Local granita tasting
Optional Activities
- Visit Val di Noto UNESCO World Heritage site
- Explore the city
- Head out for farewell dinner
Landmarks Val di Noto - Day 9
Catania
Catania- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Walk through cobblestone laneways
- Visit Piazza del Duomo
- Explore the city
- Dine with the group
Landmarks Piazza del Duomo Mount Etna - Day 10
Catania to Mount Etna to Syracuse
Catania to Mount Etna to Syracuse- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Mt Etna day trip
- Orientation walk in Syracuse
Optional Activities
- Explore Syracuse on your own
Landmarks Mount Etna Sartorius Mountains - Day 11
Syracuse
Syracuse- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Boat trip around the island of Ortigia
- Visit Neapolis Archaeological Site
- Explore streets and building facades
- Visit cafes and restaurants
Landmarks Ortigia Neapolis Archaeological Park - Day 12
Syracuse to Noto - Ragusa - Agrigento
Syracuse to Noto - Ragusa - Agrigento- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Noto and Ragusa day trip
Optional Activities
- Explore historic centre of Agrigento
- Visit Via Atenea and Viale della Vittoria for sunset views
- Try famous gelato pecorino
Landmarks Noto Ragusa Valley of the Temples - Day 13
Agrigento to Marsala
Agrigento to Marsala- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided visit Valley of the Temples
Landmarks Temple of Hera Temple of Herakles Temple of Zeus Temple of Castor and Pollux - Day 14
Marsala to Erice to Palermo
Marsala to Erice to Palermo- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Local sweets tasting in Erice
Optional Activities
- Explore medieval town of Erice
- Purchase Genovesi pastry
- Wander small alleyways and market squares in Palermo
- Visit 12th century cathedral in Palermo
Landmarks Erice Cathedral of Palermo - Day 15
Palermo
Palermo- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Anti-Mafia Movement Tour with local guide in Palermo
Optional Activities
- Visit Monreale Cathedral and climb to its roof
- Explore Palermo at your own pace
- Dine at a restaurant
Landmarks Teatro Massimo Cape Market Piazza della Memoria Beati Paoli Square Monreale Cathedral - Day 16
Palermo
Palermo- Meals
- Breakfast
