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Day 1
ARRIVE ROME
Welcome to Rome! After check-in at your hotel, relax and unwind before meeting with your Travel Director in the afternoon. Enjoy an orientation drive of the city in the early evening to see sights such as the Roman Forum, the Colosseum and St. Peter's Basilica.
M: Moderate, D: Deluxe, SF: Superior First Class, F: First Class. For further details please see the notes section below.
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Day 2
ROME - MONTE CASSINO - BAY OF NAPLES (2 NIGHTS)
This morning drive south through Lazio and visit the Commonwealth Cemetery at Monte Cassino in the valley below the Abbey. There is the opportunity to take an optional excursion to visit the excavations at Pompeii, buried for centuries when Mount Vesuvius erupted in 79 AD. Later, enjoy a dramatic scenic drive to Sorrento and dine tonight at your hotel.
M: Moderate, D: Deluxe, SF: Superior First Class, F: First Class. For further details please see the notes section below.
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Day 3
SORRENTO ORIENTATION AND FREE TIME
Your day starts with an orientation tour of Sorrento and a visit to an inlaid-wood workshop to see how these wonderful local crafts are produced. Later don't miss the opportunity to take an optional cruise excursion to the Isle of Capri or simply enjoy your free time in Sorrento.
Day 4
BAY OF NAPLES - TAORMINA (2 NIGHTS)
Continue south via Salerno through the mountainous region of Calabria to the very 'toe' on the 'boot' of Italy to take the ferry across the Straits of Messina to Sicily. After the short crossing, drive to the magnificent resort town of Taormina. Dine tonight at your hotel.
M: Moderate, D: Deluxe, SF: Superior First Class, F: First Class. For further details please see the notes section below.
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Day 5
TAORMINA SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME
Your Local Guide takes you on a walking tour of Taormina which clings to the slopes of Mount Tauro overlooking the sea. Stroll along the elegant Corso Umberto to the Piazza for splendid panoramic views across the bay. Later spend free time shopping for souvenirs and handmade lace on the Corso.
Day 6
TAORMINA - PALERMO (2 NIGHTS)
This morning there is the opportunity to join an optional excursion to Europe's only active volcano, Mount Etna. Later drive southwards via Catania, Sicily's second largest city, and then inland passing Enna, the impressive fortress town. Arrive in the bustling island capital, Palermo for a two night stay.
M: Moderate, D: Deluxe, SF: Superior First Class, F: First Class. For further details please see the notes section below.
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Day 7
PALERMO ORIENTATION AND FREE TIME
See the sights of Palermo during your orientation tour including Piazza Bellini and views of the Cathedral. The afternoon is free for you to explore more of Palermo. In the evening, celebrate the last night of your holiday together, with a memorable dinner at the hotel.
Day 8
DEPART PALERMO
This morning after breakfast say 'arrivederci' to your Travel Director and travelling companions. Transfers are available. Conditions apply.