Historic Sicily

Sicily is the largest island in the Mediterranean. Dramatic and mountainous, it has been a crossroads for centuries and boasts a wealth of UNESCO World Heritage Sites and natural beauty spots. Our tour includes visits to the Villa Romana del Casale Roman ruins at Piazza Armerina, Syracuse, historic Palermo, the old town of Monreale and its beautiful cathedral, the ruins at Segesta and of course both Mount Etna and the hill-top town of Taormina.

Mount Etna • Taormina • Syracuse • Palermo • Monreale

Day 1 Fly from the UK to Catania, transfer to the hotel.

Day 2 Morning gastronomic tour of Taormina stopping for six different local specialities.

Day 3 Day at leisure.

Day 4 Travel to Piazza Armerina and visit Villa Romana del Casale, famous for its beautiful collection of Roman mosaics. Continue to Syracuse Archeological Park, Roman Amphitheatre, Greek Theatre, Ear of Dionysus, Cave of the Cordari, Island of Ortigia, and the old city centre with its stunning cathedral.

Day 5 Board a private motorboat for the island of Lipari with the opportunity to visit the old town; archaeological park; and cathedral. Next to 'Faraglioni' and the 'Horse's Cave'. Continue to Vulcano with the possibility to take a sulphurous mud bath. Return by sea, viewing the 'Rock of the Little Mermaid'.

Day 6 Excursion to Mount Etna, the most active volcano in Europe. Arrive at the 'Silvestri Craters'. From here tackle the optional excursion by jeep and cableway.

Day 7 Day at leisure.

Day 8 Transfer with assistance to Catania airport for the flight home.

All tours are tailored to your requirements and can be adapted for travel by coach and/or air as you prefer. Occasionally itineraries change. Please see our current brochure or contact us for the latest version.

Hotel Antares, Letojanni

This hotel enjoys a hilltop location overlooking Letojanni, just a few kilometres away from Taormina and offering a wonderful view of the Bay of Taormina. Rooms facilities include Wi-Fi, minibar, TV, kettle for tea and coffee, hair-dryer.

• 4 star • 136 bedrooms

• Outdoor swimming pool

Your tour includes:

• Return flights from the UK to Sicily

• Destination transfers and local coach services

• 7 nights half board in the area of Letojanni with:
Buffet breakfast and 3 course evening meal

• Half day excursion to Taormina including guide and food tours

• Full day excursion to Syracuse including local guide and admission to Villa Romana del Casale

• Full day excursion to Lipari and Vulcano (includes boat trip)

• Half day excursion to Etna including guide and tasting at l'Oro dell'Etna

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