The 8-Day Sicily Escorted Tour package is a comprehensive tour of Sicily’s sightseeing highlights.
Sicily is a fascinating Mediterranean island. It is located at the crossroads of history’s greatest civilizations. It’s long and rich history lends itself to the escorted tour experience. You’ll be escorted around the entire island of Sicily visiting Agrigento, Catania, Cefalu, Palermo, Ragusa, Siracusa, and Taormina.
The daily Sicily trip itinerary explores the mixture of cultures that colonized Sicily over the centuries. Sicily’s location is manifest in its architecture, music, food, culinary traditions, and culture. Families, friends, groups, and singles will all enjoy history’s great civilizations coming to life on this 8-Day Sicily escorted tour.
For the price of the Sicily escorted tour with airfare from your preferred city submit the form or call ItalianTourism.us 800.227.1577.
Highlights
8-Day Sicily Escorted Tour Itinerary Map
Sicily Escorted Tour Sightseeing Highlights
- Taormina: Visit Greek Theatre and enjoy the view through the crumbling arches to snowy Mount Etna with a Local Expert.
- Discover Norman architecture in Palermo
- Vist Villa Romana del Casale
- Explore the ancient Greeks in Agrigento, Taormina, and Siracusa
- Siracusa choose between a walk through the Paradise Quarry gardens, listen to the acoustics in the mysterious ear of Dionysius and visit the Greek amphitheatre or explore the ancient streets and delightful squares of Ortygia.
- Visit Modica for chocolate making
- Agrigento: Join a local expert who will guide you through the ancient Greek temples.
- In Ragusa learn about Sicilian Baroque architecture
- Marsala: Visit the salt quarries
Glorious Sicily Tour Includes
- 8 nights luxury accommodations in Giardini Naxos, Palermo, Ragusa, and Catania.
- Meals: Breakfast daily and 5 dinners.
- Inclusive Sicily tour includes airport transfers, tours, entrance fees, and meals per itinerary.
- Palermo: There is an array of restaurants and cuisines to choose from on your Dine-Around evening.
- Enjoy the unique comfort of luxury air-conditioned 40 seat coach with extended leg room and on-board restroom. It’s business class comfort.
- Personal radio headsets, gives you the freedom to wander during visits to famous highlights without missing any of your local expert’s fascinating insights and commentaries.
- Baggage handling everywhere, with seamless and prompt delivery to your door at every hotel.
- Hotel and restaurant tips included – you’ll never have to worry about how much to give, nor search for foreign currency. Plus we include all taxes and porterage charges at hotels.
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Accommodations
Sicily Escorted Tour Accommodations
Palermo 2 nights – NH Palermo
Overlooking the beautiful gulf of Palermo, the understated NH Palermo is adorned with modern and stylish décor, perfectly complimenting the surrounding views.
Located in a central location, perfect for those wanting to explore the historic architecture or foodies wanting to indulge in local cuisine.
Marsala 1 night – Seawater Hotel Bio & Beauty Spa
Situated in Marsala, 50 km from Segesta, Seawater Hotel Bio & Beauty Spa features accommodation with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. This 4-star hotel offers a bar. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, room service and free WiFi throughout the property.
Agrigento 1 Night – The Scala dei Turchi Resort
Luxury Resort in a great location in one of the most charming places across the south coast of Sicily.
The Scala dei Turchi Resort is directly located in the stunning Scala dei Turchi Beach, well known around the World for its pure white marl cliff.
It is just a few minutes away from the most important places in the south of Sicily such as: Agrigento Valley of the Temples, Agrigento City Center, Luigi Pirandello Theater and Birthplace, Porto Empedocles, Eraclea Minoa Greek Theater, WWF Torre Salsa, Villa Romana in Realmonte, Church of the Holy Cross of Siculiana, Salt Cathedral of Realmonte.
Ragusa 2 Nights – Mediterraneo Palace
A hotel next to the Santa Domenica Valley and crossed by three historic bridges. Located in a strategic position of the city, just a few minutes away on foot to the Municipal Gardens of Villa Margherita.
Giardini Naxos (Taormina Riviera) 2 nights – Delta Hotels by Marriott Giardini Naxos
This revamped four-star beachfront property is one of the best hotels in Sicily, within easy reach of the Taormina and Mount Etna. Disconnect relaxing by the the infinity pool, sunbathe on the private beach, reinvigorate in the green Garden and let the authentic Italian hospitality embrace your stay with delicious food and refreshing drinks. Our two sea view restaurants are famous for their traditional flavors with a twist of innovation. Taste cocktails and granita served at the Pool Terrace Bar overlooking the sea in the most gorgeous Marriott hotel in Sicily. Recalibrate your days in the gym and spa for the soul wellbeing.
Optional Tours
Sicily Optional Tours
Optional tours, if any, will be provided by tour director. They are available at additional charge paid directly to the tour director.
10-Day Glorious Sicily Escorted Tour
In-depth all-inclusive escorted tour of Sicily’s sightseeing highlights.
Sicily Escorted Tour Day-by-Day Itinerary
Travel through Mediterranean history meeting the ancient Greeks, ancient Romans, Byzantines, Normans, Carthaginians, crusaders, Bourbons, and Ottomans on this comprehensive all-inclusive Sicily escorted tour. This escorted Sicily tour provides an in-depth and authentic Sicily vacation experience. The day-by-day itinerary provides time for your expert Sicily tour guide to bring you through its rich history and culture.
Day 1 – Depart USA
Typically flights from the United States fly overnight to Italy. Your final destination in Italy is Palermo on the island of Sicily.
Day 2 – Palermo
Relax and settle in before meeting your Travel Director and fellow travelers for dinner at a local restaurant.
Meals: Dinner
Day 3 – Palermo and the Normans
Discover Palermo on a walking tour featuring a visit to the stunning 12th-century Palatine Chapel with a Local Expert.
This afternoon, enjoy leisure time exploring Palermo Cathedral, a fascinating site with its unique blend of architectural styles reflecting centuries of history.
For your dining pleasure, you can try the foods the locals like to eat and experience how they like to eat it on your Dine-Around Evening.
Meals: Breakfast and Dinner
Day 4 – Trapani and Marsala
Nestled along its crescent-shaped coastline, Trapani is embraced by the Mediterranean Sea. Discover the age-old tradition of salt production when you visit the colorful salt pans and an ancient stone windmill during a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience to see where sea water is transformed into salt crystals. Then, savor the flavors of Marsala with a tasting at a local winery, where you can enjoy the town’s renowned wine in beautiful surroundings.
Meals: Breakfast
Day 5 – Valley of the Temples, Agrigento
Travel along the southern coast of Sicily en route to Agrigento. In Agrigento, explore the Valley of the Temples with a Local Expert. Recognised by UNESCO, these temples are exceptional examples of ancient Greek architecture. Marvel at the imposing Temple of Concordia and the cliff-top Temple of Juno, both overlooking the sea.
Reflect on this unforgettable day with your fellow travelers over dinner at the hotel, sharing insights and experiences.
Meals: Breakfast and Dinner
Day 6 – Villa Romana and Ragusa
Travel inland to the Villa Romana del Casale, a luxurious Roman villa renowned for its rich and intricate mosaics. This UNESCO World Heritage site, recognized since 1997, showcases the opulence of ancient Rome.
Continue to Ragusa and explore the labyrinthine alleyways of Ragusa Ibla with your Local Expert. This town, with origins dating back to the Bronze Age, was inhabited by the Sicels tribe, who lent their name to Sicily. Admire the significant Sicilian Baroque architecture that has earned Ragusa UNESCO recognition.
Meals: Breakfast and Dinner
Day 7 – Modica
Enjoy a Relaxed Start this morning or join an Optional Experience to the Val di Noto and the town of Noto.
\Later explore the town of Modica rebuilt after the 17th century earthquake and discover it’s artisanal techniques used to create the town’s celebrated handmade chocolate.
Meals: Breakfast
Day 8 – Syracuse
Discover Syracuse through Insight Choice. Opt for sightseeing with your Local Expert at Syracuse’s Paradise Quarry, home to the unique Ear of Dionysius, an ear-shaped grotto with remarkable acoustics. Next, visit the impressive Greek theater, carved from solid rock, and one of the largest of the ancient world.
Alternatively, take time to explore the atmospheric Old City on the island of Ortygia, a labyrinth of narrow streets lined with palaces. This historic area is where the famed mathematician Archimedes famously ran through the streets, exclaiming ‘Eureka!’
Continue your journey along Sicily’s picturesque Ionian Riviera to the charming town of Giardini Naxos.
Meals: Breakfast
Day 9 – Giardini Naxos (Taormina Riveria)
Your hotel faces east, offering early risers a glimpse of why D.H. Lawrence dubbed this ‘The Dawn Coast of Europe.’
After breakfast, consider an Optional Experience through the vineyards to Mount Etna, Europe’s largest active volcano. Journey to the charming old town of Taormina, perched on Mount Tauro with views of the Ionian Sea and Mount Etna.
With your Local Expert, visit the ancient Greek theater, set on a cliff and open to the sky. Sit and absorb the breath-taking view through the crumbling arches to Mount Etna. Stroll along the elegant Corso Umberto and enjoy panoramic views from Piazza IX Aprile.
Conclude your day with dinner at a local restaurant, featuring delicious, freshly prepared Farm-to-Table cuisine and exquisite Italian wines.
Meals: Breakfast and Dinner
Day 10 – Giardini Naxos (Taormina Riveria)
Tour ends with closest airport Catania
Meals: Breakfast
The Sicily escorted tour ends this morning. This tour may be extended with a tour of the island of Malta.
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