Sicily in Depth

Day 1 (Door to Door)

Arrive Catania - Taormina Mare

Enjoy your private car door to door transfer to your departure airport before your scheduled flight to Catania where a transfer is provided to your first hotel in Taormina.Tonight, join your Tour Director and fellow guests for a Welcome reception with drink and a light meal.
Hotel: Villa Esperia (FC)

Day 2

Taormina Sightseeing

Taormina's old town clings to the side of Mount Tauro, forming a balcony overlooking the sea and Mt Etna. Walk with your guide to the tiny courtyard of the Palazzo Corvaja. Visit the Greek Theatre, graced with the most spectacular of backdrops. Now stroll along elegant Corso Umberto to Piazza IX Aprile for panoramic views. The rest of the day is yours to enjoy at your own pace. Once the day trippers have gone home, it's easy to see why Taormina was the favourite summer resort for movie stars and aristocrats. (BB)

Day 3

Taormina Mare - Palermo

Cross over to the northern side of the island and drive along the coast to the small fishing town of Cefalu, hemmed between the sea and a rocky promontory. Visit the cathedral which was erected to fulfil a vow made by the Norman King Roger II. Stroll down to the medieval stone fountain, and seek out the Gothic arch of the Porta Marina for a picture perfect view of the little harbour. Maybe enjoy some lunch down by the beach before continuing to the Sicilian capital of Palermo. (BB)
Hotel: Best Western Al Cavalieri (FC)

Day 4

Palermo Sightseeing

A local guide shows you the highlights of the city. Pass the huge Teatro Massimo to the baroque Quattro Canti Square and glimpse the beauties of the 'fountain of shame'. See Palermo Cathedral, a mixture of styles, having been altered over the years. Then drive out to visit the finely decorated cathedral of Monreale - it's magnificent gold mosaics are a masterpiece of Arab-Norman art. The afternoon is at leisure. Tonight, for your dining pleasure, you are offered a selection of local restaurants. (BB)

Day 5

Palermo - Erice - Agrigento

Head for the hill top walled city of Erice, with it's labyrinth of quiet alleyways. Enjoy sea views from the gardens next to the Castle of Venus - on a clear day you see the Tunisian coast! Next stop is the windmills and marshes of Trapani to learn about the extraction of salt. The rolling hills around Marsala have been producing wine for centuries, so visit a typical cellar and taste some of the product. Continue around the coast to Agrigento. (BB) (D)
Hotel: Colleverde (FC)

Day 6

Agrigento - Ragusa

Explore the Valley of the Temples, considered the finest Greek sanctuary in Sicily. Especially impressive are the massive Temple of Concordia and cliff-top Temple of Juno overlooking the sea. Along the southern part of the island now, past the oil producing town of Gela to Ragusa, one of the most fascinating towns in Sicily, a magnificent blend of narrow streets, old baroque churches and scenic views. (BB)
Hotel: Mediterraneo (FC)

Day 7

Ragusa - Syracuse - Catania

Drive around the southeastern corner of Sicily to Syracuse, founded by Corinthians eight centuries before Christ. Sightseeing with a guide takes you to the Paradise Quarry and its unusual 'Ear of Dionysius' - a grotto in the shape of an earlobe. Next door lies the superb Greek theatre, carved out of solid rock. There is also time to explore the Old City, a maze of narrow streets lined with palaces, sprawling over the island of Ortygia. It was here that the famous geometrician Archimedes ran naked through the streets, crying 'Eureka'! Tonight in Catania, rejoice with your friends at a finalé Celebration Dinner complete with wine. (BB) (FD)
Hotel: NH Bellini (FC)

Day 8 (Door to Door)

Depart Catania

Take your final glimpse of Mount Etna this morning before we transfer to Catania Airport for our return flight back to the UK. On arrival at your UK airport, your driver will greet you and escort you to your waiting private car for your door to door transfer to your home. (BB)

An optional 3 night extension in Malta is available on this tour, please call us for more details.

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    Very well organised with good guides and local knowledge

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    Our Tour Directors do make all the difference aiming to share with you their local knowledge and expertise, as well as becoming a historian, guide, interpreter, concierge and hopefully a good friend they will take pride in offering you advice and assistance.
    
    Thank you for taking the time to write on Feefo and we look forward to welcoming you onto another Milestones holiday.
    
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    Shasheen Norton-Laver
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