Beautiful Campania and Sicily

Welcome to your tour with Europamundo!We’ll start our day early, departing from Rome and heading to the south of Italy. Our journey will take us through Naples, where we’ll embark for the enchanting Island of Capri (tickets included). You’ll have the option to visit the stunning White Grotto or take a scenic cable car ride to the center of Capri. After lunch, we’ll board the boat again and head to Sorrento, a picturesque town full of charm and vibrant tourist life nestled at the foot of the cliffs. You’ll have time to stroll and explore. We’ll then continue our journey to the Gulf of Salerno, where we’ll spend the night in Salerno.

We’ll journey to the south of the boot, marveling at the stunning southern Italian scenery as we cross the Cilento National Park. We’ll arrive in Paola, located on the shores of the Tyrrhenian Sea, where we’ll visit the Sanctuary of St. Francis of Paola and enjoy free time for lunch in its charming historic center. Our adventure will then take us to Villa San Giovanni, where we’ll board a short ferry crossing to the island of Sicily. Upon arrival in Messina, we’ll have time to stroll around the cathedral. Finally, we’ll continue to Taormina. Dinner will be included. Note: Accommodation will normally be in the Taormina region, but on certain dates, lodging may be provided in Messina.

At the foot of Mount Etna lies the beautiful city of Taormina, described by Churchill as the most beautiful place on earth. Early in the morning, we will head to Giardini Naxos, the first Greek settlement in Sicily (founded in 734 B. C. ), with its lovely seafront promenade and popular beaches. Afterwards, we will have time to stroll through the lively old town of Taormina, with its stunning Greek Theater overlooking unforgettable landscapes. After lunchtime, we continue to the Roman Villa of Casale (admission and guided tour included), a UNESCO World Heritage Site. In the Roman Empire, villas symbolized agricultural wealth and exploitation. At Casale, not only has the 4thcentury architectural layout been preserved, but thanks to their richness and quality, the mosaics decorating nearly every room are considered the most beautiful of the Roman world. Crossing the mountainous heart of the island, we continue on to Palermo, arriving at the end of the day. Dinner included.

Today, we’ll embark on a guided city tour of Palermo with a local expert. Highlights include the cathedral, famous for its blend of architectural styles and royal tombs (admission included), and the Palazzo dei Normanni, a former royal palace with fountains, markets, and gardens. We’ll also visit Monreale to see its cathedral (admission included), a UNESCO World Heritage Site celebrated for its breathtaking golden mosaics that adorn the entire interior. The afternoon is yours to enjoy at your leisure. Note: For smaller groups, the tour may be conducted as part of a regular excursion offered by local companies instead of a private tour.

After breakfast, our journey will come to an end, leaving you with wonderful lasting memories.