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Southern Italy and Sicily 2013

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Trip Itinerary

  • Day 1

    ARRIVE ROME

    Welcome to Rome, the Eternal City! Relax after your journey or explore on your own. Meet your Travel Director and fellow travellers this evening for a Welcome Reception. Afterwards, enjoy an orientation drive through the city to see St. Peter’s Basilica and other sights - a perfect introduction to this beautiful city.


    Meal(s): (Welcome Reception)

    Hotel: NH Villa Carpegna (F)

    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 - POMPEII - SORRENTO (2 NIGHTS)

    From Rome, visit the Commonwealth Cemetery at Monte Cassino. Your Local Guide takes you on a fascinating walking tour of the excavations at Pompeii - buried for centuries under a layer of volcanic ash when Vesuvius erupted in 79 AD. Arrive later at your hotel in Sorrento.


    Meal(s): (Buffet Breakfast)

    Hotel: Parco Del Sole (F)

    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 - ISLE OF CAPRI EXCURSION

    Watch a demonstration of the art of inlaid wood at a workshop in Sorrento. Take a ferry to the Isle of Capri (weather permitting), and continue to Capri town by funicular railway. See the famous Piazzetta, the Caesar Augustus gardens and views of the Faraglioni Rocks during your guided walking tour. Dine tonight at your hotel and spend the evening relaxing in Sorrento.


    Meal(s): (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)

  • Day 4

    SORRENTO - TAORMINA (GIARDINI NAXOS) (3 NIGHTS)

    Drive south via Salerno and through Calabria and take the ferry across the straits of Messina to Sicily and the resort town of Taormina. This evening, enjoy dinner at your hotel.


    Meal(s): (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)

    Hotel: Sant Alphio Garden (SF)

    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 ORIENTATION AND FREE TIME

    Your Local Guide takes you on a walking tour of Taormina on the slopes of Mount Tauro overlooking the sea. Visit the Greek theatre and the sub-tropical terraced gardens. Stroll along the elegant Corso Umberto to the Piazza for splendid panoramic views across the bay. Spend free time shopping for souvenirs and handmade lace on the Corso.


    Meal(s): (Buffet Breakfast)

  • Day 6

    TAORMINA FREE TIME

    Enjoy a full day to do as you please in this beautiful resort town. Shop, relax or see the sights of your choice. Whatever you decide, your Travel Director will be on hand to help you get the most out of your day. Tonight savour a delicious Be My Guest dinner at a beautiful Sicilian winery and restaurant overlooking Mount Etna.


    Meal(s): (Buffet Breakfast / Be My Guest)

  • Day 7

    TAORMINA - ENNA - AGRIGENTO

    Enjoy spectacular views of Enna on the way to Agrigento, where your Local Guide takes you to visit the Valley of the Temples - the finest Greek sanctuary in Sicily. See the splendid Temple of Concord and the Temple of Juno overlooking the sea. Dine tonight at your hotel.


    Meal(s): (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)

    Hotel: Dioscuri Bay Palace (SF)

    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 8

    AGRIGENTO - ERICE - PALERMO (2 NIGHTS)

    Visit the Balio gardens situated at the ruined Venus Castle for breath-taking views of the sea, saltpans, and wooded hillsides. Continue your journey to the Sicilian capital, Palermo.


    Meal(s): (Buffet Breakfast)

    Hotel: Principe di Villafranca (SF)

    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 9

    PALERMO SIGHTSEEING AND EXCURSION TO MONREALE AND MONDELLO

    Meet your Local Guide this morning for a sightseeing tour of Palermo. See Piazza Bellini and the Cathedral. Travel to the town of Monreale for views of La Conca d’Oro and explore the magnificent 12th century Norman Cathedral. Visit the fishing village of Mondello with its breath-taking beach and join your companions and celebrate with a festive Farewell Dinner at a local restaurant.


    Meal(s): (Buffet Breakfast / Farewell Dinner)

  • Day 10

    DEPART PALERMO

    Say 'arrivederci' to Sicily and your newfound friends at the end of a memorable holiday! Transfers are available. Conditions apply.


    Meal(s): (Buffet Breakfast)

What's Included

Insider Experiences

  • Local Speciality Visit an inlaid-wood workshop in Sorrento.
  • Be My Guest Arrive at a spectacular Sicilian winery or 'agriturismo' surrounded by a vast expanse of vineyards at the foot of Mount Etna. Enjoy regional cuisine and savour the delicious wine which you will taste with an explanation from an expert sommelier.
  • Local Guide in Pompeii, Taormina, Agrigento and Palermo.
  • Hidden Treasure Enjoy at least one surprise Hidden Treasure experience, unique to your itinerary, courtesy of your expert Travel Director.

Sightseeing Highlights

  • RomeView St. Peter’s Basilica.
  • Monte CassinoView the Abbey and visit the Commonwealth Cemetery.
  • PompeiiVisit of the excavations at Pompeii with a Local Guide.
  • SorrentoOrientation and demonstration of inlaid wood-working.
  • Isle of CapriCruise to the beautiful island and take the funicular to Capri town. View the Faraglioni Rocks, the Marina Piccola and visit the Piazzetta.
  • TaorminaDiscover the town of Taormina with a Local Guide and visit the impressive ruins of the ancient Greek Theatre.
  • EnnaView the impressive fortress town of Enna.
  • AgrigentoVisit the Temple of Concord and the Temple of Juno with a Local Guide.
  • EriceVisit the Castle gardens.
  • PalermoSightseeing with your Local Guide includes Piazza Bellini and the cathedral.
  • MonrealeView the Conca d’Oro and visit the Norman Cathedral.
  • MondelloVisit the fishing village.

Dining

  • 9 hot buffet breakfasts.

  • 6 evening meals including:
  • Welcome Reception including light snacks and welcome drinks with your Travel Director in Rome.
  • 3 three-course dinners with local wine.
  • Be My Guest Dinner in Sicily.
  • Farewell Dinner with wine in Palermo

Travel Highlights

  • First Class hotel accommodation featuring twin rooms and private facilities.
  • All hotel service charges and tips, baggage handling fees and local taxes included.
  • Travel by luxury air-conditioned coach with reclining seats and an on-board restroom.
  • Cruise to the Isle of Capri.
  • The services of a professional Travel Director throughout your journey.
  • Audio HeadsetsProvided throughout your tour to enhance your included sightseeing experiences.
  • A travel wallet with your documentation.
  • Complimentary keepsake photo.

Airport Transfers

  • For full details on transfers, please click here.
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Hotel Class Key
  • SF= Superior First Class, F = First Class, MF = Moderate First Class, ST = Superior Tourist, D = Deluxe and MD = Moderate Deluxe.
  • Hotels are subject to change.
Notes
  • * For single travellers purchasing the twin-share option, please note that there is a no smoking policy in all shared rooms.
  • ^Twin-share option not available for trips to South America., Costa Rica, Mexico, Alaska, Hawaii or for any holiday & cruise combination, or in Asia and Eastern Mediterranean except Highlights of Turkey (without cruise) & Best of Turkey.

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