Tour Sizzling Sicily - 7 Days

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Entrance tickets to archaeological sites mentioned in itinerary Porterage service

Meals

6 breakfasts, 1 lunch & 5 dinners Visit of a historic wine cellar, lunch and wine tasting in Marsala

Accommodation

6 nights 4 star hotels Note: Touring is operated in conjunction with other tourist groups, not solely On The Go. You will join travellers who booked through other operators for sightseeing each day, some staying in different hotels, and spend your evenings at leisure. The group can vary in size from 20 - 50 persons. Guiding may be in an additional language to English

Guide

Escorted by an English-speaking Italian tour leader with specialist guides for some sightseeing Guided sightseeing with local guides in Palermo, Agrigento, and Syracuse

Transport

Transportation by deluxe coach with Wi-Fi, audio headsets and onboard toilet

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Insurance

Insurance is not included

Others

International flights and visas Additional meals and drinks unless specified Airport transfers Entrance fees not mentioned in Inclusions Tipping - an entirely personal gesture City tax of €1 - 6 per person per night (tax varies by city), to be paid directly to the hotel at check-in/out. See Trip Notes for details. Please note we recommend paying your city tax when checking in or in the evening during your stay to save time on check out!

Optional

Other activities and services are not included

Flights

Flights are not included

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Day 1 Day 1: Palermo
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Palermo

Benvenuto! Welcome to Palermo, capital of the Italian Mediterranean island of Sicily. Make your own way to our start hotel and spend your first evening in the city at leisure.
Day 2 Day 2: Monreale & Palermo Sightseeing
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Monreale & Palermo Sightseeing

This morning we visit Monreale, located in the fertile valley of La Conca d’Oro and renowned for its almonds, citrus fruits, and olive oil. We’ll visit UNESCO-listed Monreale Cathedral and there will be time for some lunch and shopping if you choose. Returning to Palermo, we enjoy a guided walking tour of the Sicilian capital. This 3,000-year-old city has a rich history which our local guide will share with you. Step back in time as we explore the narrow streets of the Old Town and visit the impressive Palermo Cathedral. After our tour, you will have free time to further sightsee independently.
Day 3 Day 3: Medieval Erice & Agrigento
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Medieval Erice & Agrigento

Palermo - Erice - Saline della Laguna - Marsala - Agrigento. We enjoy a busy day of Sicilian sightseeing today! Departing Palermo, we head to the medieval village of Erice, where little has changed since the 6th century. Hewn into the side of Monte San Giuliano, Erice offers incredible views and delightful labyrinthine lanes to explore. Our next stop is Saline della Laguna, a historic salt pan. We then continue to a traditional tavern in the wine-producing region of Marsala. Here we can visit the wine cellar before enjoying included wine tasting and lunch. Then it’s onwards to Agrigento, on Sicily’s south coast. This afternoon we visit the Valley of the Temples, one of the most outstanding surviving examples of Ancient Greek architecture in the world. We take in the incredible Temple of Concordia, Temple of Hercules and the Temple of Jupiter, which was once the largest Doric temple ever constructed. Reaching our hotel, the evening is at leisure.
Day 4 Day 4: Ragusa
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Ragusa

Agrigento - Ragusa. Today we drive to the hilltop town of Ragusa. Here we visit the enchanting historical centre, known for its Baroque palaces and churches. We see the old gate of San Giorgio, and the Giardini Iblei, a picturesque public garden with sweeping views of the surrounding area. Then we head to Piazza Pola to visit the Baroque Church of San Giuseppe, a hidden gem in the city. We also see the elegant Cathedral of San Giorgio and Cosentini Palace, a beautiful Baroque villa protected by UNESCO.
Day 5 Day 5: Syracuse
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Syracuse

Ragusa - Noto - Syracuse - Taormina. Our first stop after departing Ragusa this morning is the picturesque town of Noto. We visit the Cathedral of San Nicolò, rebuilt in the years following an earthquake in 1990. Driving along the coast, we then reach Syracuse, at Sicily’s southeastern tip. Here we visit Ortygia, an island that is also home to Syracuse’s oldest area, with lots of medieval streets and Baroque architecture to admire. There is free time to explore this fascinating and historic area. Continuing to Taormina, the evening is at leisure.
Day 6 Day 6: Mount Etna & Taormina Free Time
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Mount Etna & Taormina Free Time

Today we visit the largest active volcano in Europe - Mount Etna. This stratovolcano last erupted in 2022, and you may well see signs of volcanic activity including smoke billowing from the top of the volcano. On our visit, we learn about this volcanic activity and see the lava fields from previous eruptions. Weather and conditions permitting, we have the opportunity to hike to the summit, 1,800m above sea level. Returning to Taormina, the rest of the day is free for you to explore this hilltop coastal town. We recommend visiting the Ancient Greek amphitheatre, Teatro Antico di Taormina, which is still in use today.
Day 7 Day 7: Taormina
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: Taormina

Enjoy breakfast in the hotel before our Sicilian adventure comes to an end.

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Sizzling Sicily - 7 Days

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Itinerary of your trip Sizzling Sicily - 7 Days

Day 1: Palermo

Day 2: Monreale & Palermo Sightseeing

Day 3: Medieval Erice & Agrigento

Day 4: Ragusa

Day 5: Syracuse

Day 6: Mount Etna & Taormina Free Time

Day 7: Taormina

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