Colours of Sicily
Vibrant palette of colours come alive on your tour of Sicily. Sip local wine on the slopes of Mount Etna, wander the chic streets of Taormina and meet the locals in colourful towns and villages. Top it all off with a sweet treat all the Modican chocolate you can lay your hands on.
- Departing 2026-04-11: $4,750.00
- Departing 2026-04-18: $4,750.00
- Departing 2026-04-25: $4,750.00
- Departing 2026-05-02: $4,342.50
- Departing 2026-05-09: $4,850.00
Itinerary
- Day 1 – Palermo: Start your Sicilian journey in Palermo, whose rich trading history has left its unforgettable mark on the citys Italian, Arab and Norman-styled piazzas, street markets and churches. Enjoy some free time to relax before joining your Travel Director and fellow travellers for dinner to kick-start your Sicilian adventure.
- Day 2 – Palermo, Monreale, Palermo: Head to Monreale on the slopes of Monte Caputo where a Local Specialistwill guide you through one of the greatest examples of Norman architecture, the 12th-century Cattedrale di Monreale. This evening, why not join an Optional Experience to the beautiful fishing village of Sferracavallo, at the foot of Mount Capo Gallo? Here, youll feast on Palermitano specialities, perfectly paired with delicious Sicilian wine.
- Day 3 – Palermo, Erice, Marsala: Discover hidden Palermo as you join a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER Experience, where you’ll learn about the civil anti-mafia movement. Leaving Palermo behind, head to Erice to explore the hilltop ‘Town of a Hundred Churches’ and enjoy free time for lunch. Next, stop at the Infersa Mill salt pans and learn about the ancient ‘culture of salt’, an industry that has shaped this region for centuries. Later, arrive in Marsala, home to the wine which shares its name. During your evening at leisure, explore picture-perfect Marsala or opt to join the Optional Experience at a Marsala winery followed by a dinner of regional dishes.
- Day 4 – Marsala, Agrigento, Ragusa: Todays first stop is Agrigento, where youll join a Local Specialist for a visit to the UNESCO-listed Valley of the Temples. Explore one of the worlds most treasured centres of Greek art and architecture, including the seven sandstone Doric temples overlooking the city. Theres time for lunch before you head to Ragusa, a city with two very different souls the lower and older Ragusa Ibla and higher Ragusa Superiore are separated dramatically by a deep ravine, the Valle dei Ponti.
- Day 5 – Ragusa, Modica, Ragusa: This morning, explore the UNESCO World Heritage town of Modica with a visit to a local chocolate workshop to uncover the secrets of its traditional recipe.Later, in Ragusa, yourLocal Specialistreveals how a 17th-century earthquake reshaped this UNESCO-listed cityleading to the rise of elegant Ragusa Superiore above, while resilient locals rebuilt RagusaIblabelow. This evening is at leisure, or you may choose to join an Optional Experience to a local farm restaurant.
- Day 6 – Ragusa, Syracuse: Once a major Mediterranean power and the birthplace of Archimedes, the historic city of Syracuse takes centre stage this morning. Join your Local Specialist for an in-depth look into its vibrant past and discover some of its remarkable treasures at the Archaeological Museum. The afternoon is yours to enjoy at leisure. You may choose to take a boat ride to the island of Ortigia, the ancient heart of Syracuse, linked to the mainland by a stone bridge or simply spend the afternoon strolling through the citys atmospheric streets at your own pace. This evening, gather with your fellow travellers for dinner at a local restaurant.
- Day 7 – Syracuse, Catania, Taormina, Giardini Naxos: Continue up the coast to Catania, the city that lies in Mount Etnas shadow. Youll have some free time to explore on your own and perhaps sample arancini, a favourite Catania snack. Later join a Local Specialist to delve into the history and culture of the ancient town of Taormina. A particular highlight of this afternoon will be a visit to the beautifully preserved ruins of the Teatro di Taormina. Imagine masked actors performing against the backdrop of glorious sea views more than 2,500 years ago. Youll have an evening on your own to spend as you wish or consider joining an optional experience evening enjoying Sicilian specialities.
- Day 8 – Giardini Naxos: Taormina is yours for the taking today. During your free time, you could choose to explore the elegant boutiques along Corso Umberto. Work up an appetite and stop for some of the city’s signature cannoli or cool down with a famous Sicilian granita, a half-frozen dessert served with a piping-hot brioche. Movie buffs will delight in an Optional Experience to Mount Etna and Savoca, the hilltop village of ‘The Godfather’. Later this evening, learn the art of Sicilian cuisine on a charming Be My Guest experience.
- Day 9 – Giardini Naxos, Catania: Your journey through Sicily has come to an end. All that’s left is to say a fond farewell to new friends and take your airport transfer for your return journey home.
Highlights
- 4 Dinner (D)
- 8 Breakfast (B)
- Acireale: Daniela and her family will welcome you with the words ‘Be My Guest’, treating you like cherished family membe
Vibrant palette of colours come alive on your tour of Sicily. Sip local wine on the slopes of Mount Etna, wander the chic streets of Taormina and meet the locals in colourful towns and villages. Top it all off with a sweet treat all the Modican chocolate you can lay your hands on.
Inclusions
- An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
- Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
- All porterage and restaurant gratuities
- All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
- Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
- Must-see sightseeing
- Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing
- Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
- Optional Experiences and free time
- On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilised
FAQs
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