Sicilian Landscapes: Catania-Catania (8 days/7 nights)
Description
Summary
Description
Embark on an 8-day journey through the heart of Sicily, a land of ancient history, stunning landscapes, and rich culinary traditions. This multi-day tour offers a unique blend of cultural exploration and leisure time, allowing you to delve into the region's Greek and Roman past, marvel at its Baroque architecture, and savor its renowned cuisine. From the bustling city center of Catania to the awe-inspiring heights of Mount Etna, the largest active volcano in Europe, you'll experience the diverse beauty of Sicily. Visit UNESCO World Heritage Sites, taste local wines, and explore charming medieval villages. Each day brings a new adventure, with comfortable accommodations and delicious meals included.
Included
1+2 nights in a 4 * hotel in
Catania(or in Aci Trezza, adorable village near Catania)
1 night in a 4 * hotel in
Ragusa
1 night in a 4 * hotel in
Agrigento
2 nights in a 4 * hotel in
Palermo
hotel: 7 night(s);
half board treatment (6 meals, 3 course fixed menu - drinks not included): lunch in local restaurants/cellar or dinner in hotel/local restaurants
light lunch in
Modica
typical product tastings:
Palermo
(5th day): gastronomic surprise with street food tasting;
Catania
(6th day): “granita and brioche” tasting;
Etna
(7th day): Visit to a honey factory tasting typical Etna products;
Modica
(3rd day): Visit to the famous Sabadì chocolate shop with tasting;
Marsala
(4th day): visit to the Florio wine cellar with tasting.
vegetarian, vegan, meat
individual arrival and departure transfers are NOT included
transport by air conditioned bus from the 2nd day until the 7th day
multilingual tour leader for the entire itinerary
local guides or audio guides when necessary
visit of Monreale, Palermo, Agrigento, Piazza Armerina, Ragusa, Siracusa, Noto, Etna,Taormina, Catania old town centre, Cefalù
tickets NOT included - To be paid on site or pre-paid purchasing the privilege package
All sightseeing and activities stated as included.
Destinations
Cefalù
Ragusa
Catania
Agrigento
Syracuse
Noto
TaorminaMap
Attractions
Greek - Roman theatre
Piazza Università
Cathedral of Cefalù
Palazzo Abatellis
Cathedral of Syracuse
Giardino Ibleo
Basilica of St. Nicholas of Bari
Castello di Cefalù
Netum
Valle dei Templi
Museo archeologico regionale Paolo Orsi
Donnafugata
Palermo CathedralDaily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: Leisure Day in Catania
- Catania - Arrival day
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Begin your Sicilian adventure with a leisurely day in the vibrant city of Catania. Explore the city center at your own pace, taking in the lively atmosphere. Overnight stay in Catania.
Day 2 – Day 2: Syracuse, Ortigia, Noto, and Ragusa
- Catania
- Syracuse
- Noto
- Ragusa
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- Cathedral of Syracuse
- Netum
- Museo archeologico regionale Paolo Orsi
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After breakfast, depart for Syracuse to visit the Archaeological Park of Neapolis, the largest and most powerful Greek colony in Sicily. Explore the old town center of Ortigia, with its stunning Piazza Duomo and Cathedral. Proceed to Noto, the capital of Sicilian baroque, also known as the 'stone garden', full of beautiful buildings and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Enjoy a walk through the streets of the center to admire the skill and ingenious creativity of local craftsmen. At the end of the visit, proceed to Ragusa for dinner and an overnight stay.
Day 3 – Day 3: Ragusa, Modica, Piazza Armerina, and Agrigento
- Ragusa
- Modica
- Piazza Armerina
- Agrigento
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- Giardino Ibleo
- Netum
- Villa Romana del Casale
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Start your day with a visit to Ragusa Ibla, known for its beautiful churches and the Ibleo garden. Then, proceed to Modica to admire its many baroque style treasures, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Enjoy a tasting of the typical products of the area. Depart for Piazza Armerina and visit the splendid Villa Romana del Casale, a late imperial period building and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Transfer to the hotel in Agrigento for dinner and an overnight stay.
Day 4 – Day 4: Agrigento, Marsala, and Palermo
- Agrigento
- Marsala
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- Cala dei Sogni
- Valle dei Templi
- Donnafugata
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After breakfast, visit the famous Valley of the Temples, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Marvel at the Giunone, Concordia, and Ercole temples. Depart for Marsala, a city that preserves a multitude of signs of the Phoenician, Arab, and Norman dominations. Enjoy a wine tasting of the typical local wine. Proceed to the famous Via del Sale, a large nature reserve of enormous environmental value. In the evening, arrive in Palermo for an overnight stay.
Day 5 – Day 5: Monreale and Palermo
- Monreale
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- Church of Saint Mary of Jesus
- Palazzo Abatellis
- Palermo Cathedral
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Depart for Monreale after breakfast to visit its impressive Arab-Norman Cathedral and stunning Cloister. Return to Palermo, a city that preserves monuments of the Arab-Norman period, including the beautiful Cathedral, the fascinating Byzantine Church of the Martorana, and the Palatine Chapel. Enjoy a food surprise in a local bakery during your visit. Overnight stay in Palermo.
Day 6 – Day 6: Cefalù and Catania
- Catania
- Cefalù
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- Piazza Università
- Cathedral of Cefalù
- Porta Catania
- Castello di Cefalù
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Depart for Cefalù after breakfast, a beautiful medieval maritime village with its Norman Cathedral. Enjoy some leisure time to visit the famous Mandralisca Museum. Proceed to Catania, visit the old town center and its baroque architecture, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Enjoy a walk in the center, passing through the old 'pescheria' (old fish market) to reach the scenic Piazza del Duomo with its stunning Cathedral and the lava stone Elephant, the symbol of the city. Stop in a delicious bar to taste the local granita with brioche. Overnight stay in Catania.
Day 7 – Day 7: Mount Etna and Taormina
- Taormina
- Catania
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- Greek - Roman theatre
- Alcantara River Park
- Monti Sartorius
- Basilica of St. Nicholas of Bari
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After breakfast, depart for a quick visit of a historic 'fishmonger' (old fish market) before reaching Mount Etna, the tallest active volcano in Europe, and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Etna Park, covering 59,000 hectares, is home to extremely varied and rich flora, along with many protected species. Proceed to Crateri Silvestri, volcanic cones dating to 1888, now inactive but surrounded by more recent lava flows. Afterwards, visit a beekeeping farm, to see the honey extraction laboratory and taste home-made honey and typical products of the area. Proceed to Taormina, famous for its natural landscape, marine beauties, historical monuments and an unforgettable view of the sea and Etna. Visit the fascinating Greco-Roman theatre, with a breathtaking view of the Naxos Bay. Return to the hotel in Catania for an overnight stay.
Day 8 – Day 8: Departure from Catania
- Catania - Departure day
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Enjoy your final breakfast in the hotel before checking out. This marks the end of your unforgettable journey through the heart of Sicily. A private transfer to the airport can be arranged as an optional service.
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