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Tour Overview
Explore Sicily and see how much this island in the heart of the Mediterranean has to offer. Join an expert local leader on an immersive 10-day Premium journey – with a sprinkling of Arab, Norman, Greek and Roman influence, this region is a hive of history and culture. See intricate mosaics, towering palaces, crumbling ruins and marble-lined laneways. Head out of the main hubs to discover Mt Etna – Europe’s largest active volcano. Taste treats like genovesi, arancini, granita, caponata and cannoli, and take a traditional cooking class to get the most out of Sicily’s celebrated cuisine. With Signature Experiences and a gorgeous Feature Stay in the countryside, what are you waiting for?
Trip Code: ZMPL
Start
Palermo
End
Catania
Destination
Italy
Meals
9 breakfasts, 5 dinners
Transport
Private vehicle
Accommodation
Comfortable Hotel (7 nights). Feature Stay (2 nights)
Days
10
Max Group Size
Min 1 - Max 12
Min Age
15
Style
Premiumi
Physical
2i
Trip Highlights
Why you'll love this trip
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Spend two unforgettable nights in the Sicilian countryside at your Feature Stay accommodation – Baglio della Luna Foresteria – a countryside estate built within a medieval watchtower.
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Discover Palermo’s most symbolic places of rebellion and meet the locals who are taking a stance against the Mafia on an Anti-Mafia Movement tour.
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Get a taste for Sicily’s finest cuisines with a traditional cooking class in Palermo, a genovesi tasting in Erice and mouth-watering cheese and chocolate tastings on your way to Siracusa.
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Come face-to-face with Europe’s largest active volcano, Mt Etna, as you walk into the centre of an extinct crater and visit a lava cave.
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Be swept away by Sicilian charm as you explore the backstreets and cobblestone alleys in the timeless old towns of Erice, Taormina and Ragusa.
Day by Day Itinerary
Itinerary
What's Included
Inclusions and activities
Meals
9 breakfasts, 5 dinners
Transport
Private vehicle
Accommodation
Comfortable Hotel (7 nights). Feature Stay (2 nights)
Included activities
- Palermo -Complimentary Arrival Transfer
- Palermo - Welcome Meeting
- Palermo - Welcome Dinner
- Palermo - Anti-Mafia Tour
- Palermo - Sicilian Cooking Class
Optional activities
Is This Trip Right for You?
Is this trip right for you?
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There are some long travelling days on this trip, but it’s all part of the adventure and a great way to get to know your fellow travellers.
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This trip requires a moderate level of fitness as it involves some walking and swimming, allowing you to really get among nature. Please bring sturdy, comfortable walking shoes, a swimsuit and comfortable clothing.
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Multiple activities on this trip are subject to weather and water conditions and on occasion, may be cancelled for safety or operational reasons. In the case of cancellation, we will endeavour to find a suitable replacement activity.
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