Highlights
Embark on a grand tour of Sicily, exploring the highlights and lesser-known treasures
Walk on the volcanic slopes of Mount Etna with a guide, followed by a wine and cheese tasting
Explore the baroque towns of Noto and Ragusa
Discover ruins and remnants of the ancient Greek and Roman worlds
Marvel at the magnificent mosaics of Villa Romana del Casale and Monreale cathedral
Itinerary
Sicily’s dazzling heritage takes center stage on the 15-day Sicily Grand Tour, crafted especially for seniors who appreciate culture-rich journeys at a comfortable pace. From Catania to Taormina, traverse a tapestry of destinations—Syracuse, Piazza Armerina, Trapani, and more—each brimming with history left by Phoenicians, Greeks, Romans, Byzantines, and beyond. Explore UNESCO sites, grand archaeological treasures, charming villages, and the island’s breathtaking landscapes, with time to delve into the famous mosaics of Piazza Armerina. The USP of this tour package is its comprehensive yet unhurried itinerary, ensuring seniors can fully absorb Sicily’s rich legacy and scenic beauty without feeling rushed.
day 1Adventure starts in Catania
We begin our Sicilian adventure in Catania, the second-largest city on the island. There are no planned activities today, so take time to settle in and enjoy the hotel facilities.
Say ciao to your tour leader and fellow travellers this evening when we gather as a group for the first time to get to know each other and learn more about the adventures ahead.
Your tour leader then ensures a big welcome by arranging a group dinner, with drinks included.
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day 2Excursion on Mount Etna • Afternoon wine tasting
day 3Morning sightseeing tour of Catania • Guided tour of Neapolis Archaeological Park
day 4Free day in Syracuse
day 5Visit the Unesco-listed baroque towns of Noto and Ragusa
day 6Explore the town of Modica • To Piazza Armerina
day 7Explore Piazza Armerina • See the Unesco-protected mosaics of Villa Romana del Casale
day 8Visit the Valley of Temples in Agrigento and archaeological site of Selinunte
day 9Explore the island of Mozia by ferry and drive to the hilltop town of Erice
day 10Half-day walk in Zingaro Nature Reserve; visit Segesta ruins and drive to Palermo
day 11Morning tour of Monreale and the ‘duomo’ • Afternoon guided visit to Palermo
day 12Free day in Palermo for individual sightseeing • To the picturesque port town of Cefalù
day 13Free day in Cefalù
day 14To Taormina • Visit the ancient Greek theatre and enjoy free time
day 15Adventure ends in Taormina
What's Included
Customer Reviews
A magical tour with an inspirational guide.
A magical two weeks. Very well organised and a comprehensive itinerary offering a good understanding of the fascinating present day culture and the history of the island. Enough free time to explore whatever we wished – or just to relax and enjoy watching the Sicilian world go by. Our tour leader Tiziano was the key to the success of the Grand Tour, communicating his knowledge of Sicily with an infectious passion.
Great Trip with Excellent Leader
As with our other Exodus adventures, the trip was very well organised with a comprehensive itinerary. We did a loop of the island and saw most things you would want to see. There was good mix of temples and other ruins (Greek, Roman, etc.) and we got a good understanding of the complex history of the island (given that pretty much every empire, colonial power, etc. over the last 3000 years had bulldozed their way through the island). Our excellent leader Tiziano (more below) introduced us to the culture, food, etc. of Sicily. The itinerary was full-on, but there was time to slow down and explore. The local guides were very good. A particular shout out to Vanessa who showed us around Catania and Neapolis with a fun, honest, and critical eye.
Sicily Grand Tour
We had a fantastic trip. We were given great city guides , organised by our tour guide and because we were part of the Exodus trip had instant access to all the archeological sites that we visited. Exodus always provide great guides. The places we visit are always excellent and the standard of hotels is good.
Experience the real Sicily
A very immersive trip that travelled the whole way round Sicily visiting beautiful towns and historical sites on the way. Our guide Tiziano was passionate about showing us the real Sicily and made sure we visited all the best sites, ate the best food and experienced new and exciting things at every stop. All the hotels were well placed to allow us to explore on our own. The expert guides we met at the historical sites were amazing and super knowledgeable and made each of the site come to life
Sicily Grand Tour
Well organised trip with great tour leader and local guides.
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