On your Sicily tour Southern Italy tour to Rome you’ll discover Southern Italy and Sicily, the crossroads of civilizations, where Moorish and Norman influences intertwine in the architecture and Greek and Roman ruins stand guard on the hillsides and valleys. Travel off the beaten path through the beautiful and unspoiled region of Calabria in southern Italy. Explore the stunning Amalfi coast and Sorrento. In evocative Pompeii, walk in the footsteps of ancient Romans who perished in the foothills of Mount Vesuvius. Call 800.227.1577 to book your Sicily tour and Southern Italy tour.

Palermo, Monreale, Agrigento, Valley of the Temples, Catania, Mt. Etna Volcano, Giardini Naxos, Taormina, Taranto, Alberobello, Matera, Amalfi Coast, Sorrento, Pompeii

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Sicily Tour Southern Italy Tour Itinerary

Sicily Tour Southern Italy Tour Day 1: Palermo, Sicily – Sicily Tour Begins
Your tour begins in Palermo, the capital of Sicily. This evening, join your fellow travelers for a welcome dinner at a local restaurant featuring traditional Sicilian cuisine.
Today dinner will be included.

Grande Albergo Sole, Palermo
Grande Albergo Sole is one of the most historic buildings in Palermo. Since the beginning of the last century this hotel has welcomed travellers. Charmingly restyled, it is located in the heart of the capital of Sicily, just a short walk from the city’s shopping area.

Sicily Tour Southern Italy Tour Day 2: Palermo – Monreale – Agrigento
A Palermo cultural tour features the lovely squares of Quattro Canti, Piazza Pretoria and Piazza Bellini. Note the exotic mixture of Moorish, Norman and Spanish Baroque styles that make this city special. Also see the Palace of the Normans, La Martorana Church, and the Cathedral, which houses the Imperial Crown of Constance of Aragon. In the nearby town of Monreale, visit the 12th century Cathedral with its dazzling interior of multicolored marbles, paintings, mosaics and cloisters Depart Palermo for Agrigento later this afternoon.
Today breakfast is included.

Hotel Della Valle, Agrigento
Hotel della Valle is a four star hotel surrounded my palm and olive trees overlooking the Valley of the Temples. Its hilltop location provides its guests with relaxation, tranquility, and panoramic views. It is also very close to many scenic locations. The rooms are spacious and feature classical furnishings.

Sicily Tour Southern Italy Tour Day 3: Agrigento
Start your day at the stunning Valley of the Temples, one of the most important archeological sites in the world and a UNESCO World Heritage site. From ancient times to the present day, the Valley of the Temples’ ruins, landscape and colors have inspired poets, writers and painters. Here you get an up-close view of the temples of Juno, Concordia, Hercules and Jupiter. Learn about ancient Greek cultures when you visit the Archeological Museum, known for its extensive collection of Greek vases and statues.
Today breakfast and dinner will be included.

Sicily Tour Southern Italy Tour Day 4: Agrigento – Mt. Etna – Catania – Giardini-Naxos
Depart Agrigento and travel Sicily, with its spectacular landscapes and picturesque towns. Arrive in vibrant Catania, where a local guide will share its history. Visit the cathedral and view the main sites of this historic and baroque city. Witness the daily spectacle of bartering for fresh fish and produce when you visit the local market. Later, visit Mt. Etna Volcano National Park to see the spectacular landscapes sculpted by nature. Arrive in Giardini Naxos, the “garden of Sicily.”
Today breakfast and dinner will be included.

Hellenia Yachting Hotel, Giardini-Naxos
The Hellenia Yachting Hotel is situated on the delightful beach of Giardini-Naxos, which is only three miles from Taormina, the ideal place to discover the values, culture and natural beauty of this part of the Sicilian coast.

Sicily Tour Southern Italy Tour Day 5: Giardino Naxos and Taormina
This morning you visit beautiful Taormina, known for its charming atmosphere, significant monuments and flowering gardens. Enjoy viewing the Greek Amphitheater, Corso Umberto and the bountiful Public Gardens. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure to further explore this delightful town.
Today breakfast is included

Sicily Tour Southern Italy Tour Day 6: Giardini Naxos – Basilicata
Travel to Messina where you will take a short ferry to Villa San Giovanni on Italy’s mainland. Travel through the beautiful and unspoiled region of Calabria and into the Basilicata region, arriving this afternoon in the seaside town of Scanzano Jonico. Late afternoon you’ll visit one of the area’s local wineries for a wine tasting and informative visit through the cellars and vineyards. Linger over a delicious regional dinner in the winery’s own “agriturismo” restaurant.
Breakfast and dinner included

Sicily Tour Southern Italy Tour Day 7: Basilicata, Taranto, and Alberobello
Today, venture into the region of Apulia. Begin your day with a drive towards Taranto, one of Italy’s most important port cities. Your visit to this southern town will include a special tour of the Aragonese Castle, dating back to the 15th century and belonging today to the Italian Marines. Then it’s off to the mystical town of Alberobello where you will see some of the most unusually built homes, known as “trulli,” with cone-shaped roofs and no mortar to hold the stones together. Return to Basilicata for a special Italian evening! Tonight’s dinner will include a pasta-making demonstration and an extensive dinner with all the local favorites and an entertaining performance of traditional music.
Breakfast and dinner included

Sicily Tour Southern Italy Tour Day 8: Basilicata – Matera – Amalfi Coast
Travel to the Amalfi Coast, one of the most breathtaking areas of Italy. On the way, visit a local cheese producer to learn the secrets of making mozzarella and ricotta cheeses. Then stop at the “Sassi di Matera,” an ancient town known for its cave dwellings, both modern and ancient. A local guide will help you learn the history of this site and why it has recently caught the eye of many film producers. Arrive at the Amalfi Coast in the late afternoon and take in the views of this magical place.
Breakfast and dinner included

Sicily Tour Southern Italy Tour Day 9: Amalfi Coast and Sorrento
Begin your day exploring the popular seaside resort town of Sorrento. Visit local artisans and watch them demonstrate the art of inlaid wood making. This afternoon take time to explore this lovely town on your own. You may choose to sign up for an optional tour exploring the Amalfi Coast by boat. Or join our private exlcusive tour to the villas of Stabiae, where the ancient Roman plutocrats built their villas overlooking the Bay of Naples. Here Roman Senators and plutocrats made deals during the day and spent their nights celebrating Bacchus. Preserved until today by Mt Vesuvius’ volcanic ash, you will walk with our local guide among the original mosaics, fresoces, gardens and more, all providing fascinating insight into the lifetyles of ancient Rome’s rich and famous. Whereas Pompeii was the urban center, Stabiae was where the Beverly Hills of ancient Rome.
Breakfast included

Sicily Tour Southern Italy Tour Day 10: Amalfi Coast – Pompeii – Rome
Travel towards the Bay of Naples and experience the excavated ruins of Pompeii at the foothills of Mount Vesuvius. Soak in the history of the preserved original buildings of a typical Roman town 2,000 years ago. A local guide will provide an in-depth view of this remarkable archeological sight. Later, travel to Rome where you will spend your last evening. Tonight, celebrate the end of your journey with a farewell dinner at a popular local restaurant.
Breakfast and dinner included

Sicily Tour Southern Italy Tour Day 11: Rome – Sicily, Amalfi Coast and Rome tour ends. Extend your Italy vacation or head for home.
Your tour ends today, leaving you with many pleasant memories of a wonderful vacation.
Today breakfast will be included.

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