Sicily Tour: Palermo to Taormina

Explore the wonders of Sicily on this tour from Palermo to Taormina. In 7 days you'll discover the Mediterranean Island's best-kept secrets.

Sicily Tour: Palermo to Taormina

Day 1: Palermo

Meet in the evening at the hotel in Palermo for dinner. Afterward, head to your rooms to rest for the upcoming tour.

Day 2: Monreale and Palermo

Depart for Monreale, 6 miles (10 kilometers) south of Palermo, known as "the city of the kings." Explore the old quarter and the cathedral, noted for its blend of Arabic and Norman architecture. Return to Palermo to admire the cathedral's façade and other notable structures before dinner at the same hotel.

Day 3: Erice, Saline della Laguna and Agrigento

Travel to Erice, located 2460 feet above sea level. Visit a local winery for a guided tasting and lunch. Proceed to Agrigento; visit the Valley of the Temples (entrance included), a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its archaeological significance, followed by dinner at the hotel.

Day 4: Piazza Armerina and Ragusa

Discover and visit Villa del Casale, a UNESCO World Heritage Site filled with mosaics. Later, explore Ragusa, focusing on its historical center and significant churches.

Day 5: Noto and Siracusa

Travel to Noto before heading to Siracusa; visit the archaeological site (tickets included) featuring the Roman amphitheater and Greek theatre. Explore the beautiful Ortigia Island before traveling to Taormina for the night.

Day 6: Taormina

Visit Mount Etna, climate permitting, ascending nearly 6,000 feet (1,800 metres). Spend the afternoon exploring the city of Taormina, concluded with dinner at the hotel.

Day 7: Taormina

After breakfast at the hotel, conclude the 7-day tour of Sicily.

Accommodation

Stay in the following 4-star hotels (subject to change based on availability):

Days 1 and 2: Hotel Mercure Palermo CentroDay 3: Hotel della ValleDay 4: Poggio del Sole ResortDays 5 and 6: Hotel Splendid

Price is per person in a double, triple, or single room.