Tutta Italia To Sicily by Plane And Aeolian Islands

Welcome to Italy! Upon your arrival at the airport, our representative will greet you and arrange your transfer to the hotel. Once you've settled in, check the information boards in the hotel reception area for details about the welcome meeting with your guide and fellow travelers.

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.

Enjoy a free day to continue exploring Rome at your own pace. You might choose to take an optional excursion to Naples, Capri, and Pompeii, or simply relax and soak up the atmosphere of this incredible city.

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.

After taking a photo at the Michelangelo viewpoint, we'll embark on a city tour of Florence, the capital of Tuscany. With a local guide, we'll admire the city's Gothic cathedral, the ancient Stone Bridge with its goldsmiths' shops, and the Signoria square - the political heart of the city. Enjoy some free time in the afternoon to explore further.

Today, we'll travel to Pisa, where we'll take a tourist train to the Piazza Dei Miracoli to admire the famous Leaning Tower of Pisa. Next, we'll head to the Ligurian Coast and visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Cinque Terre. We'll arrive by train to Vernazza, a charming town where you'll have time for lunch. Afterwards, we'll travel by train to Levanto and then continue by bus to Genoa.

We'll continue our journey to the nearby city of Santa Margherita Ligure, where we'll embark for Portofino, one of the most exclusive places in Europe. Enjoy a stroll by the sea and some leisure time. After lunch, we'll continue to Milan, a bustling northern city where we recommend a visit to the cathedral.

Today, we'll explore one of the most beautiful scenic areas of Europe, the region of the Italian lakes. We'll first travel to Lake Orta in Orta de San Giulio, a well-preserved medieval city. We'll take a train ride to the city center and then a boat to the Island of San Giulio. After this, we'll go on to Lake Maggiore, making a stop in Stresa. After lunch, we'll continue to Verona.

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.

At the designated time, we'll transfer you to the airport for a domestic flight to your next destination. Upon arrival, we'll arrange another transfer to your hotel. Your guide will contact you at the end of the afternoon, or you can check the information in your hotel reception.

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.

With a local guide, we'll visit the Valley of the Temples, an impressive archaeological site considered the most complete complex of Greek temples. We'll then travel to Marsala, a historic city known for its wine, and continue around the Marsala salt marshes to Erice, a picturesque Phoenician town overlooking the sea. After some time to stroll, we'll carry on to Palermo. Dinner is included.

After breakfast, our unforgettable 18-day tour through Italy and Sicily comes to an end. We hope you've enjoyed this journey as much as we've enjoyed guiding you through it. Safe travels!