Best of Sicily

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  • No booking fees
3 Based on 1 Review
  • duration 10 days
  • tour type Group Request as private
  • age requirement 13-99 yrs
  • max group size 50
  • guiding method Fully guided
  • Tour Code BM-37913
  • Footprint Carbonneutral CO2 emissions resulting from all trips on Bookmundi will be offset via investments in carbon reduction projects.
  • Operated in English
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  • Starts Sicily, Italy
  • Ends Taormina, Italy
TOUR OVERVIEW
The "Best Of Sicily" tour starts from Sicily and ends in Taormina. It is an art and architecture trip that takes 10 days taking you through Catania, Taormina, Marsala and 9 other destinations in Italy. "Best Of Sicily" is a guided group tour that includes accommodation, transport, meals and others.

Venture on a transformative 10-day odyssey through the enchanting landscapes of Sicily, immersing yourself in the authentic tapestry of Italian life. Indulge your senses in a symphony of flavors, from the finest local olive oils to exquisite wines and succulent fruits harvested from ancient regal estates. Trace the footsteps of proud empires as you wander amidst the haunting ruins that whisper tales of a bygone era. Ascend to hilltop towns, where time seems to stand still, and lose yourself in the surreal beauty of Mount Etna's lunar-like lava fields. This journey promises not just a vacation, but a collection of cherished memories
ITINERARY Expand All
  • Day 1: Welcome To Catania
  • Day 2: Catania > Syracuse > Noto > Ragusa
  • Day 3: Ragusa > Modica > Piazza Armerina > Agrigento
  • Day 4: Agrigento > Marsala > Saline > Palermo
  • Day 5: Palermo > Monreale > Palermo
  • Day 6: Palermo > Cefalu > Catania
  • Day 7: Catania > Etna > Taormina
  • Day 8: Taormina
  • Day 9: Taormina > Castelmola > Savoca > Taormina
  • Day 10: Taormina Departure
WHAT'S INCLUDED
Accommodation
  • 9-night stay in 4-star hotels, ensuring both comfort and quality throughout your journey
Meals
  • Daily breakfasts
  • 8 meals thoughtfully curated to showcase traditional Italian and Sicilian flavors, served either at the hotel or local restaurants
  • Light lunch in the picturesque town of Modica on the third day, followed by another memorable lunch in the charming city of Marsala on the fourth day
Transport
  • Enjoy comfortable and air-conditioned transportation by bus from the second day to the ninth day, facilitating smooth and efficient travel between destinations
Guide
  • Throughout your journey, you'll be accompanied by a knowledgeable multilingual tour leader, ensuring seamless communication and providing insightful commentary
  • Local guides or audio guides will be available when necessary, enhancing your understanding of specific sites and locations
Others
  • Experience an immersive tour of a renowned chocolate manufacturer in Modica on the third day with tastings
  • Visit a local cellar in Marsala on the fourth day, where you'll have the opportunity to sample some of the finest vintages
  • Treat your taste buds to an array of Sicilian products during a tasting session in Palermo on the fifth day
  • Indulge in the iconic Sicilian combination of granita and brioche during a tasting in Catania on the sixth day
  • Engage in an enlightening visit to a honey factory in the foothills of Mount Etna on the seventh day with tastings
  • Explore an array of captivating Sicilian cities, towns, and archaeological sites as outlined in the meticulously crafted itinerary
WHAT'S EXCLUDED
  • International or domestic airfare
  • Gratuities to guides and drivers
  • Travel insurance
  • Beverages during meals and additional meals when not mentioned on the itinerary
  • Entrance fees to monuments or museums
  • Local city tax for overnight stays
  • Visas required for entry into the country as necessary
  • Anything of a personal nature or that is not mentioned in included
CUSTOMER REVIEWS
3 - Average
Based on 1 review
  • Anonymous
  • From Australia
  • On Apr 19 2023
3 - Average
Terrible meals and a few misses
The tour was good, we had guests who couldn’t keep up unfortunately, waiting around a lot. Some meals were poor nutrition. All meals really. Wine was rubbish .
REQUEST A PRIVATE, CUSTOMIZABLE DEPARTURE By design, this is a group tour. You can however request a private, customized version of this tour for yourself or your private group of people. Private departures are usually more expensive, but come with these benefits:
  • Personal Itinerary can be tweaked and customized.
  • Protected Travel within your own bubble.
  • Professional Access our Travel Specialists' insider knowledge.
  • Privacy Enjoy a tour focused solely on you or your travel group.
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CANCELLATION

No additional cancellation fees apply for this Best of Sicily tour. You can cancel the tour up to 45 days prior departure and avoid paying the full amount, but your deposit paid is non-refundable. No refund applies for cancellations within 44 days of departure.

Payment

For any tour departures within 06 June 2024, full payment is required. For tours that depart later than 06 June 2024, a deposit of 365 USD is required to confirm the tour, and the remaining balance will be charged 44 days before trip departure.

Travel Insurance

Best of Sicily tour requires that you have adequate and valid travel insurance covering medical and personal accidents, including repatriation costs and emergency evacuation. World Nomads offers travel insurance for independent travelers and intrepid families.

Visa

For this Best of Sicily tour getting the required visa(s) is the responsibility for each individual traveller, as visa requirements vary depending on your nationality. We recommend to check with your local embassies representing the countries that you are traveling to, as part of this itinerary.

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