Family Sicily Multi-Activity Adventure

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Description

Summary

Starts
Palermo
Duration
8 days
Languages
English
Difficulty
Hard
Minimum age
11 years

Description

Embark on an unforgettable multi-day tour through the enchanting island of Sicily. From the bustling streets of Palermo to the serene landscapes of Mount Etna, this tour offers a perfect blend of cultural exploration, thrilling adventures, and relaxation. Discover historical sites, indulge in local cuisine, and create lasting memories with your family. Join us for an extraordinary journey through Sicily's most captivating destinations.

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Included

A key facet of our responsible approach to tourism is that we encourage our groups to eat in local restaurants that prepare locally grown food. We give customers choice as to their meals and do not use rather bland and impersonal hotel restaurants or all- inclusive options

7 Breakfasts

7 Dinners

vegetarian, vegan, meat

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Bus, Boat

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6 nights standard hotel (2 nights San Paolo Palace Hotel (or similar), 4 nights Hotel Mareneve Resort (or similar))

1 nights simple tree-house (Adventure Park Madonie (or similar))

One of the many attractions of this holiday is staying in tree tents within the Madonie Adventure Park. There are five tree tents within the trees set around 6 meters off the ground and surrounded by the forest. The tents can accommodate three people per tent with another five tents on the ground which are positioned on platforms for those wanting to sleep nearer the forest floor! The area is illuminated at night and there are toilets close by. The forest is also rich in biodiversity and has a wide variety of plants and trees including Chestnut, Pine, Poplar and Beech.

The hotel that we stay at for the second half of the trip is located in the traditional Sicilian town of Linguaglossa on the northern side of Mount Etna.

Enjoy the hotel swimming pools and enjoy dips in the sea including a snorkelling trip

Triple rooms

: This trip allows the option for triple rooms to be included within the booking on all night stops within the holiday, with the exception of the tree tents which are suitable for two people in each tent. If you would like this option please ask our Sales team for further information.

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Tour Leaders are quite simply the glue that holds our tours together. They are chosen for their travel experience and people skills and are thoroughly trained by Explore, widely acknowledged as some of the best training in the industry. A Tour Leader's ultimate aim is to ensure everyone is well looked after and have a fantastic trip. They are there to ensure that the tour logistics run smoothly, that health and safety is adhered to and provide comprehensive briefings at the beginning and throughout the tour.

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All accommodation, activities and meals that are shown in the itinerary are included in the total cost of your trip You will also receive a complimentary transfer to and from the airport if you arrive on day 1 of the trip and depart on the last day and have provided your international flight information.

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Destinations

Petralia Sottana
Savoca
Aci Castello
Linguaglossa
Photo of Isola Bella rocky island in Taormina, Italy.Taormina

Map

Attractions

Spiaggia libera
photo of Ruins of the Ancient Greek Theater in Taormina on a sunny summer day with the mediterranean sea. Province of Messina, Sicily, southern Italy.Greek - Roman theatre
Piano Provenzana
photo of view Basilica della Collegiata Baroque church Santa Maria dell' Elemosina Royal Chapel (Regia Cappella) on Via Etna street in city centre of Catania, Sicily, Italy.Basilica della Collegiata
Pool of Venus
Porta Catania
Monument to a Dead Poet, Reitano, Messina, Sicily, ItalyMonument to a Dead Poet
Castle of Aci
Alcantara River Park
photo of The main entrance to the Botanical Garden, which is among the oldest modern centers for botanical studies in the Mediterranean region, Palermo, Sicily, Italy.Orto botanico di Palermo
Teatro Massimo BelliniTeatro Massimo Bellini
Palace of Chierici
Parco delle Madonie, Petralia Sottana, Palermo, Sicily, ItalyParco delle Madonie
Monti Sartorius
Vecchia Dogana
Sunrise at Fontana di Piazza Duomo and Umberto Corso street in Taormina, Sicily island, ItalyBasilica of St. Nicholas of Bari
photo of view of Archi della Marina, Catania, Italy.Archi della Marina
Vista di Mondello
photo of Palazzo Butera Palemo,italy.Palazzo Butera
photo of view of Palermo, Italy at the Palermo Cathedral, Palermo, Italy.Palermo Cathedral

Daily Itinerary

Day 1

Day 1 – Day 1: Palermo

Day 1: Palermo

  • Orto botanico di Palermo
  • Palermo Cathedral
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Welcome to Palermo, the vibrant capital of Sicily. Today is a free day to explore the city at your leisure. Wander through the narrow streets, visit the Gothic Cathedral, or relax in the Botanical Gardens. Enjoy a delicious dinner at your hotel (or similar) and prepare for the adventures ahead.

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Day 2

Day 2 – Day 2: Palermo

  • Taormina
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  • Vista di Mondello
  • Palazzo Butera
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Today, immerse yourself in Palermo's rich history and culture. Visit Piazza Marina and the serene Villa Garibaldi. In the afternoon, participate in a family-friendly cookery lesson, where you'll learn to make traditional pasta and gnocchi. Enjoy the fruits of your labor with a delightful meal.

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Day 3

Day 3 – Day 3: Palermo to Petralia Sottana

  • Petralia Sottana
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  • Monument to a Dead Poet
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After breakfast, travel to the Madonie Adventure Park near Petralia Sottana. Spend the day engaging in thrilling activities like zip-lining, archery, and tree climbing. Tonight, experience a unique stay in tree tents or ground-level tents within the forest.

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Day 4

Day 4 – Day 4: Petralia Sottana

  • Petralia Sottana
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  • Parco delle Madonie
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Prepare for a day of fun at Sicily's largest water theme park. Enjoy a variety of thrilling slides, a wave pool, and relaxing areas like the Lazy River and Blue Lagoon. This award-winning park offers excitement and relaxation for the whole family.

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Day 5

Day 5 – Day 5: Petralia Sottana to Linguaglossa

  • Petralia Sottana
  • Linguaglossa
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  • Porta Uzeda
  • Piano Provenzana
  • Monti Sartorius
  • Vecchia Dogana
  • Garibaldi Gate
  • La guardiola
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Journey to the majestic Mount Etna, Europe's highest volcano. Explore the slopes, taste local dairy products and salami, and hike to the crater. Visit a volcanic cave before returning to your hotel in Linguaglossa (or similar) for the night.

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Day 6

Day 6 – Day 6: Linguaglossa to Aci Castello

  • Linguaglossa
  • Aci Castello
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  • Fountain of Ceres
  • Porta Catania
  • Castle of Aci
  • Alcantara River Park
  • Teatro Massimo Bellini
  • Archi della Marina
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Explore the stunning Alcantara River Gorge, with its basalt rock formations and scenic trails. After lunch, head to Aci Castello for a guided sea kayaking adventure in the Isole Ciclopi Marine Park. Paddle around the towering sea rocks and enjoy the beautiful coastal views.

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Day 7

Day 7 – Day 7: Linguaglossa to Taormina

  • Taormina
  • Linguaglossa
  • Savoca
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  • Greek - Roman theatre
  • Basilica della Collegiata
  • Alcantara River Park
  • Basilica of St. Nicholas of Bari
  • Archi della Marina
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Travel to Taormina, Sicily's most famous resort town. Explore its charming streets and visit the Greek Theatre with a local guide. In the afternoon, head to Naxos for a snorkeling adventure in the Isola Bella Marine Park. Discover the underwater beauty of Blue Cave Bay and Isola Bella South Side.

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Day 8

Day 8 – Day 8: Departure from Linguaglossa

  • Linguaglossa - Departure day
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After breakfast, your tour concludes in the village of Linguaglossa. You are free to depart at any time. If you have a later flight, luggage storage is available at the hotel. Safe travels!

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