Tutta Italia To Sicily by Plane And Aeolian Islands

Today, we'll embark on a city tour of Rome, the capital of Italy and a treasure trove of Western civilization. We'll marvel at the Colosseum, stroll through the Roman forums, and admire the city's beautiful squares and fountains. Our tour will conclude at St. Peter's in the Vatican, the center of the Catholic Church. In the evening, we'll transfer to Trastevere, a lively neighborhood known for its quaint restaurants.

Today, we'll journey through the beautiful region of Tuscany. Our first stop is Orvieto, a medieval city perched on a mountain. We'll take a cable car to the city center, where we'll visit the stunning Orvieto Cathedral. Next, we'll travel to Castiglione del Lago, a charming town on the banks of Lake Trasimeno. After lunch, we'll continue to Siena, known for its famous Piazza del Campo and Duomo. Enjoy some free time in the afternoon to explore this beautiful city.

We'll leave Siena and make a stop at Monteriggioni, a magical medieval village with cobbled streets and charming shops. Next, we'll visit San Gimignano, a delightful city known for its tall medieval towers. After lunch, we'll head to Florence, arriving in the early afternoon. We suggest an afternoon visit to the Academy Gallery.

We'll have time to see Verona, the city of Romeo and Juliet, before leaving for Venice. Upon arrival, we'll take a boat trip to the area of St. Mark's Square. With a local guide, we'll take a stroll around the City of Canals and also get a chance to admire the glasswork of Murano. Afterwards, enjoy some leisure time, perhaps for a gondola ride. We'll spend the night in the Mestre district.

Today, with a local guide, we'll tour the city of Palermo. We'll admire the cathedral with its mix of styles and its royal tombs inside, the Norman Palace, and the city's fountains and markets. During the visit, we'll also go to Monreale, where we'll visit the cathedral, a World Heritage Site known for its impressive golden mosaics. Enjoy some free time in the afternoon.

We'll leave Palermo and follow the coast of the Tyrrhenian Sea to Cefalu, a charming coastal city. We'll visit its Norman cathedral, a World Heritage Site, and enjoy the beauty of its historic center. After lunch, we'll continue towards the interior of the island to Castelbuono, a picturesque town nestled between mountains. We'll then return to the coast to visit Tindari, a famous pilgrimage site, before ending our day in the port city of Milazzo.

Today, we'll visit two of the islands of the Aeolian archipelago, a World Heritage Site known for its continuous volcanic activity. We'll take a ferry to Lipari, the largest of the Aeolian Islands, and then another ferry to Vulcano, where we'll be impressed by the smell of sulfur and the active fumaroles. Don't miss the unique experience of bathing in the sulfurous thermal waters. After returning to Milazzo by ferry, we'll continue towards Taormina, arriving at the end of the day.

At the foot of the Etna volcano, the beautiful city of Taormina was described by Churchill as the prettiest place on earth. Spend the day strolling around the ancient city center, visiting its Greek theatre, or enjoying the beach. Lunch and dinner are included.

We'll travel to Syracuse, a city that once rivalled Athens and Rome for its power and splendour. After exploring its magnificent historic center, we'll continue to Noto, a small city that seems to have stopped in time. After lunch, we'll carry on towards Agrigento. From the coach, we'll see the magnificent temple complex. Dinner is included.