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Classical Sicily

BM-17155
4.6Based on
8 days

Carbon neutral

Tour Type
Small Group
Max Group Size
16
Age Requirement
16 - 99 yrs
Operated In
English
Physical Rating
ModerateInvolves sustained activity requiring a reasonable level of fitness and endurance.

Starts

Ends

Syracuse, Italy

Giardini Naxos, Italy

Highlights

Visit the best preserved Greco-Roman sites in the Mediterranean

Discover spectacular scenery, from its picturesque coastline to Mount Etna

Absorb Sicily's distinct culture and sample delicious food and wine

Itinerary

Sicily’s tapestry of history, cuisine, and natural beauty unfolds on this 8-day cultural tour, ideal for travelers who savor both ancient wonders and modern delights. Explore the remarkable Doric temples of Agrigento, the medieval streets of Erice, and the intricate mosaics at Villa Romana del Casale. Venture to the slopes of Etna, Europe’s largest active volcano, and lose yourself in the allure of Taormina, Sicily’s coastal jewel.

With a moderate activity rating, the trip blends guided walks with ample free time for gelato, arancini, and seaside relaxation. Extend your journey by combining with Malta and Gozo for a two-week island adventure.

The unique selling point is Sicily’s rich layering of Greek, Roman, and Byzantine history—few tours offer such a comprehensive immersion into the island’s diverse heritage, paired with its delectable food culture.

Day 1Join trip in Syracusa
Day 2Discover Syracusa's historic Neapolis and Ortygia Island
Day 3See the mosaics at Villa Romana del Casale and the Valley of the Temples
Day 4Explore Erice and the Greek ruins of Segesta en route to Palermo
Day 5Visit the Palatine Chapel and Monreale Cathedral, free time in Palermo
Day 6Drive along the coast with a stop in Cefalu en route to Giardini Naxos
Day 7Travel to Mount Etna, afternoon in Taormina
Day 8Trip ends in Giardini Naxos
Classical Sicily

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What's Included

Accommodation
Grand Hotel Villa Politi (1 night)GH Hotel (1 night)B&B Hotel Trapani Crystal (1 night)Hotel Posta Palermo (2 nights)Hotel Villa Nefele (2 nights)
Meals
7 Breakfasts, 1 Dinner
Transport
Driver(s)Bus
Guide
Explore Tour LeaderLocal Guide(s)

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Customer Reviews

4.6

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PeterOn Oct 21, 2025

Just a really good week away from the UK with ideal weather and a very interesting itinerary.

PennyOn Oct 18, 2025

We chose explore for the itinerary having considered many other companies and we were not disappointed. Placido, our tour leader was great fun and looked after us very well. The use of local guides in most places provided in depth knowledge.

EricOn Oct 17, 2025

MaryamOn Jun 24, 2025

The itinerary was excellent and some hotels were slightly better than the other ones. The last hotel in Giardini Naxos didn’t have the elevator which was bothersome; however, the location was good. The main tour guide though organized the transportation and made reservations for some restaurants she was a bit nervous about everything and majority of the time she was on her cell phone or talked to other tour guides in Italian. I am not sure whether she enjoyed being with us or not. When I got a bad mosquito bite she was telling me where the pharmacy was rather than coming with me. The members of the group suggested to come with me and then she was embarrassed and came with me! The next day the mosquito bite got worse and the same thing happened and one of the members who used to be a pharmacist insisted that I should go back to a pharmacy in Palermo where we were at and the pharmacist said that I needed antibiotics and had to see the Dr. The tour guide though had made a reservation for a restaurant was more worried about the rest of the group to be fed than taking me to the Dr. And they were all saying that they were adults and fine. So, we saw the Dr and sure enough she wrote a prescription that we had to get it at 9:00 pm. The tour guide seemed to be annoyed as if it was my fault even though she pretended that she was the one who initiated to take me to the Dr!

AnonymousOn Jun 23, 2025

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