Overview
Experience the best of Italy on an 8-day journey through Rome, Florence, and Venice. Explore the Colosseum, Roman Forum, Trevi Fountain, Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter’s Basilica in Rome. Continue to Florence to discover the Duomo, Ponte Vecchio, Uffizi Gallery, and Michelangelo’s David. End your journey in Venice with a guided visit to St. Mark’s Square and Doge’s Palace, a gondola ride along the Grand Canal, and visits to the colorful islands of Murano and Burano. This tour combines Italy’s art, history, culture, and unforgettable local experiences.
Itinerary
Day 01 Arrival in Catania – Taormina
Arrival at Catania airport and private transfer to Taormina, a fascinating city located high above the Ionian Sea. Check-in at the hotel and free time for a first walk through its charming streets. Overnight in Taormina.
Day 02 Discovering Taormina
Breakfast at the hotel. In the morning, enjoy a 3-hour guided tour in English to uncover the treasures of Taormina, including the impressive Greek Theatre with its breathtaking views of Mount Etna and the sea, the lush public gardens, and the elegant streets of the historic center. The afternoon is free to soak in the city’s atmosphere, strolling along panoramic terraces or browsing its exclusive boutiques. Overnight in Taormina.
Day 03 Excursion to Etna – Transfer to Syracuse
}Breakfast at the hotel and check-out. In the morning, take an excursion to Mount Etna with a specialized naturalist guide, exploring craters, volcanic landscapes, and breathtaking panoramic views. Along the way, stop at an organic farm to sample typical local products. In the afternoon, transfer to Syracuse and check in at your hotel. Overnight in Syracuse.
Day 04 Syracuse
Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy a 3-hour guided tour of the Archaeological Park of Neapolis, exploring the Greek Theatre, Roman Amphitheater, and the Ear of Dionysus. In the afternoon, embark on a 2-hour tuk-tuk tour of Ortigia Island, the historic heart of the city, discovering its charming streets and vibrant atmosphere. Overnight in Syracuse. 5 Senses Lifestyle
Day 05 Syracuse – Agrigento with stop at Villa Romana del Casale
Breakfast at the hotel and check-out. Transfer to Agrigento, with a stop at the extraordinary Villa Romana del Casale for a 2- hour guided tour in English, renowned for its exceptionally preserved mosaics. Continue to Agrigento and enjoy a 2-hour guided tour in English of the magnificent Valley of the Temples, one of Sicily’s most important archaeological sites and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Overnight in Agrigento.
Day 06 Agrigento – Palermo with visit of Marsala
Breakfast at the hotel and check-out. Transfer to Palermo, with a stop in Marsala to visit its famous salt flats. Enjoy a 2-hour guided tour exploring the shimmering salina, where the traditional salt harvesting takes place, and learn about this centuries-old method that has shaped the local landscape. You will also have the chance to admire the town’s main monuments and streets before continuing to Palermo. Upon arrival, check in at your hotel. Overnight in Palermo.
Day 07 Palermo and Monreale
Breakfast at the hotel. In the morning, enjoy a 3-hour guided tour of Palermo, discovering its main monuments, from Baroque churches and vibrant markets to stunning Arab-Norman palaces. In the afternoon, set off on a 4-hour excursion with a private car and English- speaking guide to visit the majestic Cathedral and Cloister of Monreale, renowned for their incomparable Byzantine mosaics. Overnight in Palermo.
Day 08 Departure
Breakfast at the hotel and check-out. Private transfer to Palermo airport for the return flight.
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