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Explore Southern Sicily

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8 daysDuration
Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants
16 peopleMaximum group size
12 - 100 yearsAge range for participants
EnglishGuide language
Easy
Light physical activity suitable for most people with average fitness levels.
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Highlights

Take a cooking class and learn how to make iconic Sicilian dishes.

Wander the narrow streets of Ortigia.

Admire one of the most well-preserved multi-coloured floor mosaics from Roman times.

Discover one of the best-preserved ancient Greek temples in existence.

Visit the cathedral in Monreale and witness the finest example of Norman architecture in Sicily

Itinerary

If you’ve ever written down “experience the best of Southern Sicily” on some sort of must-do list, this eight-day adventure will let you emphatically check that box. Featuring a Sicilian cooking class, ancient Roman mosaics, pristinely preserved Greek temples, Medieval towns, and so much more, the only thing this tour is missing (for now) is you.

day 1Catania

Arrive at any time. Tonight, meet your CEO and fellow travellers at the welcome meeting, then opt to head out for dinner and enjoy your first Sicilian meal.

Accomodation
Best Western Hotel Mediterraneo (or similar)
Included Activity
Meet Your CEO and Group Duration : 1.0 hr
Optional Activities
Catania Food Tour

day 2Catania/Syracuse

day 3Syracuse

day 4Syracuse/Agrigento

day 5Agrigento/Trapani

day 6Trapani

day 7Trapani/Palermo

day 8Palermo

What's Included

Accommodation
Hotels (7 nts).
Meals
7 breakfasts, 1 lunch
Note: Allow USD280-365 for meals not included.
Transport
Private vehicle, walking.
Guide
CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout.
Included activities
Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and GroupYour Hands-On Moment: Arancini Cooking Class, SyracuseOrientation walks in Syracuse and PalermoVisit to RagusaVilla Romana del Casale VisitValley of the Temples Guided TourMonreale Cathedral Visit

Customer Reviews

5.0

based on 8 reviews
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James MVerified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent

Excellent

Absolutely fantastic. Our upmost admiration for Helena's ability as a tour guide to make a very memorable experience.

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Helen RVerified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent

Excellent

Sicily is an extraordinary place and this trip really made me feel I got the most out of it in the time I had.

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Bonita JVerified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent

Excellent

Excellent experience. This was our second G tour and there is something about these trips that encourages a relaxed atmosphere and causes people to get comfortable with each other. We had many great conversations and lots of laughs. After a short time I knew I was with a group of people I could count on if I needed help.

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Terrance DVerified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent

Excellent

I would recommend this trip to anyone truly interested in « experiencing » the essence of Sicily! The G model ensures you can enjoy all the highlights and « live like a local », without losing time and effort as a naive tourist!

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MonaVerified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent

Excellent

I had a great time, much of which I attribute to our guide who was enthusiastic, funny and able to effectively deal with incidences as they arose.

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