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Southern Italy & Sicily featuring Taormina, Matera and the Amalfi Coast (Giardini Naxos to Rome, 2027)

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From Giardini Naxos to Rome
4.2 (5 reviews)
  • Classic view of St Peter’s dome rising behind an arched stone bridge over the Tiber River on a clear day.
  • Golden twilight view of Matera’s stone houses and bell tower framed by a cave opening.
  • Illuminated façade of St Peter’s Basilica and towering Christmas tree glowing against a deep blue night sky.
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  • Colorful narrow alley lined with produce stalls, flowers and a chalkboard menu in a charming Italian town.
  • Small fishing boats rest in a harbor as the sun sets behind seaside cliffs.
  • Sun-drenched ancient street ruins of Pompeii lined with brick columns and stone pavement.
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Ancient Wonders
Walk among ruins, temples, and timeless landmarks
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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Overnight Flight

    Overnight Flight
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Una Hotel Naxos Beach Sicilia)
  3. Day 2

    Giardini Naxos

    Giardini Naxos
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Una Hotel Naxos Beach Sicilia)

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Giardini Naxos independently
    • Relax by the waterfront
    Landmarks
    Mount Etna
  4. Day 3

    Giardini Naxos

    Giardini Naxos
    Meals
    Dinner (Welcome dinner with traditional Sicilian melodies)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Una Hotel Naxos Beach Sicilia)

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Taormina with local guide
    • Visit to Taormina's Greek theatre
    • Welcome dinner with traditional Sicilian music

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Taormina independently in the afternoon
    • Relax in Giardini Naxos in the afternoon
    Landmarks
    Taormina
    Taormina Greek Theatre
  5. Day 4

    Giardini Naxos

    Giardini Naxos
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Una Hotel Naxos Beach Sicilia)

    Optional Activities

    • Off-road adventure up Mount Etna in a 4x4 vehicle
    • Walk amid lava formations and basalt rocks on Mount Etna
    • Wine-paired lunch at a winery on the slopes of Mount Etna
    Landmarks
    Mount Etna
  6. Day 5

    Giardini Naxos

    Giardini Naxos
    Accommodation
    Hotel (UNAHOTELS MH Matera Hotel)

    Optional Activities

    • Stroll along the beach in Giardini Naxos
    • Swim in the Mediterranean Sea
    • Enjoy gelato in Giardini Naxos
    • Visit the hilltop village of Savoca
    • Explore Taormina's streets and local shops in the afternoon
    Landmarks
    Savoca
  7. Day 6

    Giardini Naxos - Matera

    Giardini Naxos - Matera
    Meals
    Dinner (Regional dinner at winery's agriturismo restaurant)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (UNAHOTELS MH Matera Hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Ferry ride across the Strait of Messina
    • Winery tour and wine cellar tasting
    • Regional dinner at winery's agriturismo restaurant
    Landmarks
    Strait of Messina
  8. Day 7

    Matera

    Matera
    Accommodation
    Hotel (UNAHOTELS MH Matera Hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Sassi di Matera with local guide
    • Exploration of ancient cave dwellings

    Optional Activities

    • Visit the Palombaro Lungo underground cistern
    • Explore the surrounding countryside independently
    • Visit rock churches
    Landmarks
    Sassi di Matera
    Palombaro Lungo
  9. Day 8

    Matera

    Matera
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Michelangelo)

    Included Activities

    • Walking tour of Alberobello
    • View of trulli homes with cone-shaped roofs
    • Guided visit to Castellana Caves
    Landmarks
    Alberobello
    Castellana Caves
  10. Day 9

    Matera - Sorrento

    Matera - Sorrento
    Meals
    Lunch (Lunch at buffalo dairy farm with freshly made mozzarella)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Michelangelo)

    Included Activities

    • Visit to sustainable buffalo dairy farm
    • Tasting of freshly made mozzarella
    • Lunch at buffalo dairy farm
    • Walking tour of Sorrento's old town
    Landmarks
    Sorrentine Peninsula
  11. Day 10

    Sorrento

    Sorrento
    Meals
    Dinner (Pizza dinner with homemade limoncello)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Michelangelo)

    Included Activities

    • Sailing along the Amalfi Coast
    • Stop in Positano
    • Neapolitan pizza-making lesson
    • Pizza dinner with homemade limoncello

    Optional Activities

    • Browse posh boutiques in Positano
    • Relax on Positano's pebbly beaches
    Landmarks
    Amalfi Coast
    Positano
  12. Day 11

    Sorrento

    Sorrento
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Massimo D'Azeglio Hotel)

    Optional Activities

    • Optional ferryboat trip to Capri
    • Panoramic cruise around Capri
    • Visit to Capri town and piazzetta
    • Browse boutiques and outdoor cafés in Capri
    Landmarks
    Capri
    Faraglioni rocks
  13. Day 12

    Sorrento - Pompeii - Rome

    Sorrento - Pompeii - Rome
    Meals
    Dinner (Farewell dinner)

    Included Activities

    • Walking tour of Pompeii (choice of leisurely or fast-paced)
    • Exploration of preserved 1st-century Roman buildings at Pompeii
    • Farewell dinner in Rome
    Landmarks
    Pompeii
  14. Day 13

    Rome

    Rome

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Where You'll Stay

  • Una Hotel Naxos Beach Sicilia

    Hotel
    Days 1, 2, 3, 4

  • UNAHOTELS MH Matera Hotel

    Hotel
    Days 5, 6, 7

  • Hotel Michelangelo

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  • Massimo D'Azeglio Hotel

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4.2
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  • Transport
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  • Guide
    4.3
  • Accommodation
    3.3
  • Food
    3.3
  • Tour Operator
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  • Bonita5.0•June 2025
    It was a wonderful trip with a great itinerary, beautiful scenery and great food.
    Traveled in April 2025
    Review collected by Collette
  • Michele5.0•June 2025
    The farm with lunch and my Etna excursion were highlights of my trip
    Traveled in April 2025
    Review collected by Collette
  • Chigako4.0•November 2021
    It was a great trip with my friend. The guides are great and knowledgeable. It was a fun trip. The hotels are no so...
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    Traveled in October 2021
  • Lois4.0•October 2021
    Everything was great.!
    Traveled in October 2021
  • Susan
    Susan3.0•November 2018
    The exploration tours are much better than these large group tours.
    Traveled in October 2018
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