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Tour Overview
Explore Sicily and unearth the natural and historical wonders of this scenic island, placed perfectly in the heart of the Mediterranean. Then, cross over to the heel of Italy’s boot to find dreamy beaches, inspiring architecture and ancient wonders. This Premium adventure will take you on a deep dive through southern Italy with one of the most experienced locally based leaders to help uncover all the best sights and bites.
Trip Code: ZMPAC
Start
Palermo
End
Naples
Destination
Italy
Meals
16 breakfasts, 7 dinners
Transport
Private vehicle, plane
Accommodation
Comfortable Hotel (12 nights), Feature Stay (4 nights)
Days
17
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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Come face-to-face with Europe’s largest active volcano, Mount Etna, as you walk into the centre of an extinct crater and visit a lava cave.
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Stay in some spectacular places, including a Feature Stay in a historic property in Nardo, once a baronial palace, and a Sicilian countryside estate built in a medieval watch tower.
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Dig into some of southern Italy’s best eats with a Genovesi tasting in Erice, mouthwatering cheese and chocolate tastings on your way to Siracusa, a cooking class in an authentic Apulian trullo and an olive oil tasting on a farm that’s been active since Roman times.
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Discover Palermo’s most symbolic places of rebellion and meet the local people who are taking a stance against the Mafia on an Anti-Mafia Movement tour.
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Explore Matera’s ancient sassi cave dwellings and sail the Ionian Sea to Porto Selvaggio Regional Park to swim, snorkel and check out sea caves.
Day by Day Itinerary
Itinerary
What's Included
Inclusions and activities
Meals
16 breakfasts, 7 dinners
Transport
Private vehicle, plane
Accommodation
Comfortable Hotel (12 nights), Feature Stay (4 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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