Sicilian Escape with Malta

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Escape to Sicily for seven days of beauty, cuisine, and history—without the crowds you’d find in the high season. Begin in Palermo and meet your Tour Director and traveling companions for a welcome dinner at your hotel. Spend the following day on a guided sightseeing tour of Palermo’s ornate Piazza Bellini and Capo Market. See the stunning baroque features of...
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Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Very Easy

What's this trip about?

    Escape to Sicily for seven days of beauty, cuisine, and history—without the crowds you’d find in the high season. Begin in Palermo and meet your Tour Director and traveling companions for a welcome dinner at your hotel. Spend the following day on a guided sightseeing tour of Palermo’s ornate Piazza Bellini and Capo Market. See the stunning baroque features of the Church of the Immacolata, and visit the historic Palermo Cathedral. Enjoy the panoramic view of the Conca d’Oro in Monreale, and visit the 12th-century Norman Cathedral with its treasured byzantine mosaics. Walk through the 24-centuries-old Valley of the Temples with your Local Guide in Agrigento, visit Piazza Armerina’s Villa Romana del Casale to admire the world’s largest collection of Roman mosaics. In Syracuse, the birthplace of mathematician Archimedes, you’ll take a guided visit to the archaeological site of the 5th-century-BC Greek Theater, Garden of Paradise, Ear of Dionysus, Altar of Hieron II, Roman Amphitheater, and the Cordmaker’s Cave. Travel to Catania, where you’ll sample Sicily’s famous Arancino, and spend two nights on the spectacular Taormina Riviera, your base for a fascinating excursion to Mount Etna—the largest active volcano in Europe. Explore Taormina, and complete your Sicilian Escape with a fabulous dinner at a local restaurant. Discover the marvelous sights of Malta to explore the ancient archaeological sites and amazing seaside sights along the way. Join us to experience these 2 countries' exquisite beauty that will stay with you for years to come—a guided vacation in Sicily and Malta you’ll treasure forever.

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeStandard Group - 25 + people
Age range6 years and up
Flights and transport
Start City PALERMO, ITALY
End CityST. JULIAN

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • 50 Plus

Destinations

Attractions

  • Agrigento
  • Catania
  • Lake Como
  • Milan
  • Mount Etna
  • Palermo
  • Parma
  • Rabat
  • Sicily
  • Syracuse
  • Taormina
  • Turin

Activities

  • Culture

Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1: ARRIVE IN PALERMO, ITALY

Welcome to Palermo! At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and traveling companions for a welcome dinner at the hotel. (Dinner)

Day 2: PALERMO

Sicilian Specialties PALERMO Guided sightseeing includes the Church of Immacolata, and a visit to the cathedral. Drive up to Monreale for a panoramic view of the Conca d’Oro and visit the Norman Cathedral. (Breakfast)

TOUR HIGHLIGHT The story of the splendid M...

Day 3: PALERMO–AGRIGENTO

Timeless Temples AGRIGENTO Take a guided walking tour of the Valley of Temples. (Breakfast,Dinner) 87 mi / 140 km

TOUR HIGHLIGHT ANCIENT ARCHAEOLOGY The ruins of Akragas remain Sicily's most amazing archaeological site. The impressively well-preserved Tempio del...

Day 4: AGRIGENTO–PIAZZA ARMERINA–SYRACUSE

Ancient Artistry In Sicily PIAZZA ARMERINA Take a guided visit of the Villa Romana del Casale with the largest and most complex collection of Roman mosaics in the world. Enjoy lunch with regional specialties at a local restaurant. (Breakfast,Lunch) 162 mi / 260 km

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Day 5: SYRACUSE–CATANIA–TAORMINA RIVIERA

Coastal Treasures SYRACUSE Guided visit to the Greek and Roman ruins of the Archaeological Park features the Greek Theatre and the Roman Amphitheater. CATANIA [LF] Arancino tasting and free time on the way to Taormina Riviera. (Breakfast) 75 mi / 120 km

LOCAL F...

Day 6: TAORMINA RIVIERA

The Pearl of the Mediterranean TAORMINA RIVIERA Guided excursion to Mount Etna. Orientation walk through Taormina town and free time. Dinner at a local restaurant. (Breakfast,Dinner)

TOUR HIGHLIGHT NATURAL WONDER Mount Etna, Europe’s tallest volcano and one of t...

Day 7: CATANIA-LA VALLETTA, MALTA–ST. JULIAN

Gardens and a Grand Harbor CATANIA Fly to La Valletta airport. LA VALLETTA Orientation walk includes the Barakka Gardens. (Breakfast)

TOUR HIGHLIGHT HISTORIC SPOT Welcome to the marvelous sights of Malta with an overnight stay in St. Julian. Named for the patro...

Day 8: ST. JULIAN

Home of Giants ST. JULIAN Free day to explore the city. (Breakfast)

ENHANCED FREE TIME EXPLORE MORE with a visit to the little island of Gozo, home to the oldest freestanding structures in the world: the 5,500-year-old complex of the Ggantija Temples. Locals claim the site was built by giants, hence the name “Ggantija.”

Day 9: ST. JULIAN: EXCURSION TO RABAT-MOSTA & MDINA

Catacombs & Silent Cities RABAT Stop in the city famous for its catacombs MOSTA Take pictures of the stunning Roman Catholic church with a unique architectural history. MDINA Walk through the “Silent City” and take in views of the ancient walls. Farewell dinner a...

Day 10: ST. JULIAN

Safe travels until we meet again! Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (Breakfast)

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Accommodation

Garibaldi

This casual 71-room Hotel is housed in a Liberty-style building located directly opposite Palermo's famous Politeama Theater. The contemporary styled guest rooms are equipped with air-conditioning, satellite TV and Free Wi-Fi access. The on-site restaurant serves a varied buffet breakfast and a modern American Bar is also at Guest's disposal.

Palermo

Italy

Via E. Amari 146

Central Palace Hotel Federico II

A fusion of classic and innovative design, Hotel Federico II is a family- run 65 room establishment located near the city's most important streets of culture, tourism and shopping, halfway between the Teatro Massimo and the Teatro Politeama. Breakfast is served with a rich buffet while the in-house restaurant offers traditional Mediterranean dishes revisited along with a great wine selection. Free WiFi access is available throughout the property.

Palermo

Italy

Via Principe Granatelli, 60

Della Valle

Set amid a beautiful garden with olive and palm trees, Hotel Della Valle features a bar serving snacks and cocktails throughout the day, an outdoor swimming pool and two restaurants one located in the park and one overlooking the swimming pool - where to enjoy international cuisine, and traditional Sicilian dishes. All 112 guest rooms are modern and decorated in Sicilian style, offering air conditioning, minibar, in-room safe and flat screen TV with international channels. Free Wi-Fi internet access is available throughout the property. The famous Temples Valley is within easy reach.

Agrigento

Italy

Via Ugo La Malfa 3

Grand Hotel Villa Politi

This 100-room historical hotel is itself a part of Syracuse's rich history, located north of the city centre close to Siracuse¿s famed archaeological zone. Set in a magnificent 19th-century former noble residence, the villa has glamorous interior features echoing the Art Deco era and overlooks the Mediterranean Sea. Local Italian cuisine is served in the restaurant and there is a lounge bar serving a good choice of international liqueurs as well as classical Italian aperitivi and digestivi. The elegant Liberty style guest rooms feature Art-Nouveau furniture and are equipped with air conditioning, minibar and hardwood or parquet floors. Free Wi-Fi internet access is available throughout the property.

Syracuse

Italy

Via Maria Politi Laudien, 2

Hellenia Yachting Hotel

Hellenia Yachting Hotel is an elegant 4-star hotel in Giardini Naxos, the first Greek colony of Sicily. The property is directly overlooking the waterfront and features a private beach, a spa and a pool. There is a piano bar located in the main terrace area and immediatly adjacent to the main in-house restaurants which boasts some of the finest Sicilian cuisine, presenting traditional local dishes with a fresh and original touch.

Giardini Naxos

Italy

Via Jannuzzo, 41

Mercure St. Julian's Malta

Mercure St. Julian's Malta is a modern hotel with stylish and contemporary interiors combined with a Mediterranean charm. Centrally located within walking distance from the St. Julian's promenade and casinos, with many restaurants, bars and entertainment options nearby. From the rooftop pool area on the 11th floor, breathtaking 360° views over Spinola Bay can be enjoyed. A fully equipped fitness centre is available and Free Wi-Fi internet access is included throughout the property. All 111 colorful guestrooms are elegantly furnished and feature air conditioning, flat screen TV's with international channels, coffee and tea making facilities, an in-room safe and minibar.

St. Julians

Malta

Qaliet street

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