Sicilian Secrets - Tour of Sicily and Malta 11 days 2024

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Description

Summary

Starts
Catania
Duration
11 days
Languages
English, Italian, and Spanish
Difficulty
Easy

Description

Embark on an unforgettable 11-day journey through the enchanting landscapes of Sicily and Malta. This multi-day tour offers a unique blend of rich history, stunning architecture, and breathtaking natural beauty. From the picturesque seaside village of Acitrezza to the ancient Greek colony of Syracuse, from the Baroque treasures of Ragusa and Modica to the majestic Mount Etna, and from the vibrant city of Palermo to the charming town of Cefalù, every day is a new adventure. The tour also includes a visit to the magical island of Malta, where you'll explore the fortified cities of Cottonera, the charming fishing village of Marsaxlokk, and the beautiful capital, Valletta. With private transfers, guided tours, and carefully selected accommodations, this tour is designed to provide a seamless and immersive travel experience.

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Included

7 international breakfasts, 5 lunches in exclusive restaurants and 2 dinners in hotels to have a taste of Sicilian traditional cuisine.

Tasting of Sicilian typical products:

Modica (day 3): visit of the well-known chocolate manufacturers Sabadì with tasting;

Marsala (day 4): visit of the famous Florio wine cellar and wine tasting;

Catania (day 6): tasting of Sicilian “granita & brioche”;

Etna (day 7): visit of a beekeeping honey company and honey tasting.

Vegetarian/vegan/gluten free meals available on request.

vegetarian, vegan, meat

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Deluxe bus from day 2 to day 7.

Private transfer from hotel Catania to Catania airport.

Direct flight Catania-Malta with 20 kg luggage included.

Private Transfer from Valletta airport to the Hotel.

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Accommodation in charming 4 stars hotels mostly located in the city centers of the main Sicilian towns:

Catania city centre: Il Principe Hotel 4*/ Romano House Hotel 4* or similar - Acitrezza: I Malavoglia Hotel 4* / I Faraglioni Hotel 4* or similar

Ragusa: Mediterraneo Palace Hotel 4* or similar

Agrigento: Baia di Ulisse Wellness & SPA 4* or similar

Palermo: Mercure Palermo Centro 4* – Ibis Styles Palermo Cristal 4* or similar

Malta: Hotel Argento St Julians 4* – Seashells Resort at Suncrest 4* or similar

Hotels carefully selected for their location and design to combine tradition with comfort

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Multilingual Tour leader and professional travel guide* (English, Italian, Spanish) from the 2nd day to the evening of the 7th day, local guides or audio-guides where necessary.

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Direct flight Catania-Malta with 20 kg luggage included on day 8 of the tour.

*** All other flights are not included.

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THE RATE INCLUDES

Sicily

Multilingual Tour leader and professional travel guide* (English, Italian, Spanish) from the 2nd day to the evening of the 7th day, local guides or audio-guides where necessary.

Deluxe bus from day 2 to day 7.

Whisper kit

Accommodation in charming 4 stars hotels mostly located in the city centre, international breakfast included.

7 international breakfasts, 5 lunches in exclusive restaurants and 2 dinners in hotels to have a taste of Sicilian traditional cuisine.

Visit of the main suggestive Unesco World Heritage Sites: Syracuse, Noto, Ragusa, Modica, Piazza Armerina, Agrigento, Monreale, Palermo, Cefalù, Catania city centre, Etna.

Tasting of Sicilian typical products:

Modica (day 3): visit of the well-known chocolate manufacturers Sabadì with tasting;

Marsala (day 4): visit of the famous Florio wine cellar and wine tasting;

Catania (day 6): tasting of Sicilian “granita & brioche”;

Etna (day 7): visit of a beekeeping honey company and honey tasting.

Private transfer from hotel Catania to Catania airport.

Private tour extension to Malta

3 international breakfasts

Direct flight Catania-Malta with 20 kg luggage included

Private Transfer from Valletta airport to the Hotel

1 full day excursion with a private driver-guide in English (1st day in Malta) or, alternatively, 1 excursion to the Blue Lagoon, Comino, Gozo and The Caves.

1 half-day excursion with private driver-guide in English (2nd day in Malta).

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Destinations

Marsaxlokk - village in MaltaMarsaxlokk
Aerial view of Lady of Mount Carmel church, St.Paul's Cathedral in Valletta embankment city center, Malta.Valletta
Photo of view of Cefalu and Promontorio de Torre Caldura seen from Norman Castle, La Rocca park, Italy.Cefalù
Modica
Photo of Mediterranean Sea at Ragusa , Italy.Ragusa
Mdina - city in MaltaMdina
Photo of Port of Catania, Sicily. Mount Etna in the background.Catania
Agrigento - city in ItalyAgrigento
Syracuse - city in ItalySyracuse
Marsala
Aci Castello
Piazza Armerina
Photo of beautiful crystal clear water at Nature Reserve Oasis of Vendicari, Noto ,Italy.Noto
Monreale
Photo of Isola Bella rocky island in Taormina, Italy.Taormina

Map

Attractions

Mgarr ix-XiniMgarr ix-Xini
KemmunaKemmuna
Casa Rocca PiccolaCasa Rocca Piccola
Cathedral of the AssumptionCathedral of the Assumption
Nicolaci Palace, Noto, Siracusa, Sicily, ItalyNicolaci Palace
Photo of entrance bridge and gate to Mdina, a fortified medieval city in the Northern Region of Malta.Mdina Gate
photo of view Old garden, Giardino Ibleo in ancient town Ragusa, Sicily, Italy,Ragusa Italy.Giardino Ibleo
Parco Cerriolo, Custonaci, Trapani, Sicily, ItalyParco Cerriolo
Sunrise at Fontana di Piazza Duomo and Umberto Corso street in Taormina, Sicily island, ItalyBasilica of St. Nicholas of Bari
photo of View over the historical city center of Cefalù, the beach and the ocean, seen from Castello di Cefalù, a castle on a high rock, Rocca di CefalùCastello di Cefalù
Massimo Theater, I Circoscrizione, Palermo, Sicily, ItalyMassimo Theater
Noto Antica: Porta montagnaNetum
Siracusa, Ortigia Island from the air at sunset, Sicily, Italy. Isola di Ortigia, coast of Ortigia island at city of Syracuse, Sicily, Italy. Aerial view. June 2023Island of Ortigia
Agrigento, Sicily, Italy. Ercole Ancient Greek temple in the Valley of the Temples, Sicilian island.Valle dei Templi
museo archeologico regionale paolo orsi, syracuse in italyMuseo archeologico regionale Paolo Orsi
Donnafugata, Marsala, Trapani, Sicily, ItalyDonnafugata
Castello di Maredolce, II Circoscrizione, Palermo, Sicily, ItalyCastello di Maredolce
photo of view of Palermo, Italy at the Palermo Cathedral, Palermo, Italy.Palermo Cathedral

Daily Itinerary

Day 1

Day 1 – Day 1: Arrival in Catania and Transfer to Acitrezza

  • Catania
  • Aci Castello - Arrival day
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Welcome to Sicily! Upon your arrival in Catania, you'll be transferred to your hotel in the delightful seaside village of Acitrezza, known for its famous Faraglioni. Spend the rest of the day at leisure, exploring the village or relaxing at your hotel. Dinner is on your own.

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Day 2

Day 2 – Day 2: Syracuse, Noto, and Ragusa

  • Syracuse
  • Noto
  • Aci Castello
  • Ragusa
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  • Nicolaci Palace
  • Netum
  • Island of Ortigia
  • Museo archeologico regionale Paolo Orsi
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After breakfast, we'll head to Syracuse, the greatest Greek colony in Sicily and a World Heritage Site. We'll explore the Archaeological Park of Neapolis and the splendid Ortigia, the historical centre of Syracuse. After lunch, we'll proceed to Noto, the capital of Sicilian Baroque, and visit the beautiful Palazzo Nicolaci Villadorata. We'll then transfer to Ragusa for dinner and overnight.

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Day 3

Day 3 – Day 3: Ragusa, Modica, Piazza Armerina, and Agrigento

  • Ragusa
  • Modica
  • Piazza Armerina
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  • Giardino Ibleo
  • Netum
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Today, we'll explore Ragusa Ibla, the historical centre of Ragusa, and Modica, a chest of Baroque architectural treasures. We'll also visit the famous Villa Romana del Casale in Piazza Armerina to admire its splendid polychrome mosaics. We'll then head to Agrigento for dinner and overnight.

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Day 4

Day 4 – Day 4: Agrigento, Marsala, and Palermo

  • Agrigento
  • Marsala
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  • Parco Cerriolo
  • Valle dei Templi
  • Donnafugata
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This morning, we'll visit the famous Valley of the Temples in Agrigento. We'll then proceed to Marsala, where we'll tour the Florio Cellars and enjoy a wine tasting experience. We'll also visit the popular Salt Road before transferring to Palermo for overnight.

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Day 5

Day 5 – Day 5: Exploring Palermo and Monreale

  • Monreale
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  • Massimo Theater
  • Castello di Maredolce
  • Palermo Cathedral
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After breakfast, we'll visit the magnificent Monreale Cathedral and the stunning Palermo. We'll explore the city's multicultural past, visit the eclectic Cathedral, the Martorana Church, and the amazing Cappella Palatina. We'll also admire the famous Teatro Massimo and the fountain in Pretoria Square.

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Day 6

Day 6 – Day 6: Cefalù and Catania

  • Catania
  • Cefalù
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  • Castello di Cefalù
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After breakfast, we'll transfer to Cefalù, a charming Medieval town on the northern coast of Sicily. We'll visit its stunning Norman Dome and have lunch in a famous restaurant. We'll then arrive in Catania to visit its historical centre, a Unesco World Heritage Site.

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Day 7

Day 7 – Day 7: Mount Etna, Taormina, and Riviera dei Ciclopi

  • Taormina
  • Catania
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  • Basilica of St. Nicholas of Bari
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This morning, we'll visit the famous Mount Etna, the highest volcano in Europe. After lunch, we'll head to Taormina, a charming town renowned for its magnificent position above the sea. We'll visit Taormina's fascinating Greek theatre and enjoy some free time for shopping. The day will end with an overview of the beautiful Riviera dei Ciclopi.

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Day 8

Day 8 – Day 8: From Catania to Malta

  • Catania
  • Valletta
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After breakfast and a short visit of the ancient fish market in Catania, you'll be transferred to the airport for your flight to Malta. Upon arrival in Malta, you'll be transferred to your hotel for overnight.

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Day 9

Day 9 – Day 9: Exploring Malta

  • Marsaxlokk
  • Valletta
  • More
  • Mgarr ix-Xini
  • Kemmuna
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Today, we'll explore the beauty of Malta with a full day excursion. We'll visit Cottonera, also known as 'The Three Cities', the charming fishing village of Marsaxlokk, and the famous Blue Grotto. We'll also drive through the Maltese countryside to Dingli. Alternatively, you can choose a boat excursion to Comino, Blue Lagoon, and Gozo.

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Day 10

Day 10 – Day 10: Valletta and Mdina

  • Mdina
  • Valletta
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  • Casa Rocca Piccola
  • Cathedral of the Assumption
  • Mdina Gate
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After breakfast, we'll discover the treasures of Valletta, the charming capital of Malta. We'll visit the wonderful Casa Rocca Piccola, the Cathedral of St. John, and the Grand Master's Palace. We'll then head to Mdina, the former capital of Malta, for a walk along its lovely streets.

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Day 11

Day 11 – Day 11: Departure

  • Valletta - Departure day
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After breakfast, check-out from your hotel and end of our services. We hope you enjoyed this unforgettable journey through Sicily and Malta!

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