Colors of Sicily
Overview
Highlights
- Explore Palermo, Monreale, Valley of the Temples, Ragusa, Syracuse and Taormina with a Local Specialist
- Discover Modica and Catania
- Visit Monreale Norman Cathedral, Mondello, Erice, Infersa Mill in Marsala, Valley of the Temples, the Syracuse Archaeological Museum, Ortygia and the Greek Theatre in Taormina
- View Mount Etna
- Connect With Locals
- Dive into Culture
- Dive into Culture
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Itinerary
You'll start your Sicilian journey in Palermo, whose rich trading history has left its unforgettable mark on the city’s 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 a Welcome Reception to kick-start your Sicilian adventure.
Palermo's rich history, culture and gastronomy are revealed on this morning's sightseeing tour with a Local Specialist, who will take you on a journey into the city's tumultuous past. Head to Monreale on the slopes of Monte Caputo where a Local Specialist will guide y...
Leaving Palermo behind, we stop in the fishing village of Mondello, historically a favourite seaside retreat for the who’s who of Palermo. Breathe in the cool sea air and savour the easy-going atmosphere before you head to Erice, the hilltop 'Town of a Hundred Churche...
Today’s first stop is Agrigento where you’ll join a Local Specialist for a visit to the UNESCO-listed Valley of the Temples. You’ll explore one of the world’s most treasured centres of Greek art and architecture, including the seven sandstone Doric temples overlooking...
Learn about the rebuilding of Ragusa after a 17th-century earthquake which all but levelled its skyline. Your Local Specialist will reveal how this devastating seismic event led to the development of an entirely new city on a nearby ridge, while some of its brave resi...
Once a major Mediterranean power and the birthplace of Archimedes, the historic city of Syracuse takes centre stage this morning as you join your Local Specialist for in-depth insights into its colourful past. You'll see some of its treasures at the Archaeological Mus...
Continue up the coast to Catania, the city that lies in Mount Etna’s shadow. You’ll 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 to...
Taormina is yours for the taking today. You could choose to visit the 10th-century Palazzo Corvaja with its Islamic-style tower or explore the elegant boutiques along Corso Umberto. Work up an appetite and stop for some of the city's signature cannoli or cool down wit...
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. Find out more about your free airport transfer at trafalgar.com/freetransfers.
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Trafalgar Reviews & Ratings
Tracey Reed
Nov 2022
Colors of Sicily
Wonderful tour of Sicily! Was able to explore from the beaches to Mt Etna!
Joy Bordelon
Nov 2022
Colors of Sicily
Hotels were clean and quiet., Itinerary very good. Coach driver excellent. Airport transfer upon arrival in Palermo didn't greet us at airport as we were late arrivi...
Carolyn Chambers
Nov 2022
Colors of Sicily
The trip covered the highlights of Sicily and the places I wanted to see.
Michael Shoquist
Nov 2022
Colors of Sicily
The first hotel we stayed in in Palermo was just OK. The other hotels were an upgrade from that first one. The coach was very good but the itinerary varied from the ...
Vito Macino Jr
Oct 2022
Colors of Sicily
Made sure we were all informed about what we were seeing,and the bus driver was very safe.
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