The 12-Day Rome, Sorrento, Sicily tour is a relaxed paced journey through southern Italy’s sightseeing highlights beginning in Rome and ending in Palermo.
This southern Italy escorted tour from Rome day-by-day itinerary explores the mixture of cultures that colonized the Italic peninsula over the centuries. You’ll enjoy rich architecture, music, food, culinary traditions, and culture. Families, friends, groups, and singles will all enjoy history’s great civilizations coming to life on this 12-Day Southern Italy tour.
The tour and includes 4-star and 5-star accommodations with 2 nights in Rome, 3 nights Amalfi, 3 night Taormina, 2 nights Palermo.
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Highlights
12-Day Rome, Amalfi, Sicily Tour Highlights
Rome, Amalfi, Sicily Tour Highlights:
- Rome: Explore Imperial Rome, including the Roman Forum, Circus Maximus, Jewish Quarter, and the iconic Colosseum.
- Pompeii: Step back in time to 79 A.D. and explore the remarkably preserved ancient city buried by Mount Vesuvius.
- Amalfi Coast: Stay in beautiful Amalfi and enjoy the dramatic scenery, charming streets, and coastal atmosphere.
- Capri Island: Take a ferry to Capri and enjoy a private boat tour featuring the famous Faraglioni rocks and Grotta Bianca, weather permitting.
- Cross to Sicily: Travel through Calabria and cross the Straits of Messina by ferry into Sicily.
- Taormina: Stay in the spectacular hilltop town overlooking the Ionian Sea, with breathtaking views of Mount Etna.
- Ancient Taormina: Take a guided walking tour and discover the town’s historic streets and ancient Greek theater.
- Mount Etna Adventure: Visit Mount Etna, one of the world’s most active volcanoes, and experience its dramatic volcanic landscape.
- Sicilian Winery Experience: Visit a local winery for a wine tasting and light lunch.
- Cefalù: Discover one of Northern Sicily’s most picturesque coastal towns, with medieval streets, beaches, and its magnificent Norman cathedral.
- Palermo: Explore Sicily’s vibrant capital, including Palermo Cathedral, Ballarò Market, Fontana Pretoria, and Quattro Canti.
- Authentic Italian Dining: Enjoy welcome and farewell experiences, local restaurants, an authentic Neapolitan dinner, and a Sicilian dinner with local wine.
- Taste of Sicily: Experience authentic local flavors, including Sicilian wine, swordfish, cannoli, and traditional Cassata Siciliana.
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Rome, Amalfi, Sicily Tour Highlights Includes:
- Expert and professional English-speaking travel director who travels with group from beginning to end
- 8 nights First Class accommodations
- 2 nights Rome
- 3 nights Amalfi
- 3 nights Taormina
- 2 nights Palermo
- Italian city hotel taxes
- Hotel portage – We carry your bags for you and promptly deliver them to your hotel door.
- Airport transfers included on first and last day of tour if flights are arranged to fall within transfer times.
- Meals: Daily breakfasts, 1 lunch, 4 dinners per itinerary with wine
- Sightseeing per itinerary in modern air-conditioned motor coach
- Services of local guides in all major cities
- Entrance fees per itinerary
- Hotel and restaurant tips are included – you’ll never have to worry about how much to give, nor search for foreign currency. We also include all taxes and porterage charges at hotels.
- Comfortable wireless earphones for enhanced touring – Personal radio headsets give you the freedom to wander during visits to famous highlights, without missing any of your Local Expert’s fascinating commentary.
Accommodations
Rome, Amalfi, Sicily Tour Accommodations:
Hotel Nhow Roma★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
The Nhow Roma hotel is located in the heart of Rome. Near the city’s most popular street, Via Veneto, stylish street edged with high-end boutiques, elegant restaurants and pavement cafés, it is within walking distance of Rome’s most famous sights, including the Spanish Steps, the Trevi Fountain, Villa Borghese Park and Piazza del Popolo. The building was once a Vatican-owned convent, but a 2009 refurbishment has given it plenty of contemporary style.
Hotel Luna Convento★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
The Hotel Luna Convento Amalfi is an outstanding, top-quality 4 star hotel that provides its guests with a service that can only be described as impeccable. A magnificent location hanging right over the sea, luxurious rooms, delectable cuisine in stylish restaurants, an inviting swimming pool, an atmospheric and historic building and a group of highly trained and professional staff all combine to make the Hotel Luna Convento Amalfi a lavish 4 star experience.
UNAHOTELS Capotaormina★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
UNAHOTELS Capotaormina offers an elegant and charming retreat on Sicily’s beautiful coastline.
With its meeting and event facilities, private beach, wellness center and saltwater swimming pool, the hotel is ideally situated for exploring the unspoiled commune of Taormina and its surrounding area.
Hotel Excelsior Palace Taormina★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
The Excelsior Palace Hotel Taormina has been welcoming guests since 1904, just a few feet from the city center, situated on a picturesque promontory that offers a stunning view.
Genuine hospitality and a warm welcome, combined with a unique elegance and culture make this historic 4-star hotel in Taormina center one of the most attractive in all of Sicily.
Ideal for a family holiday, romantic getaway or business trip, the Excelsior Palace Hotel is the perfect location for business meetings, weddings and events in Taormina .
Grand Hotel Wagner★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Immerse yourself in the timeless charm of a twentieth-century building entirely renovated inside. The classic Art-Nouveau style embraces modern comfort, and the elegant aristocratic atmospheres are combined with warm, discreet hospitality designed to offer you only the best. Amidst refined curtains, charming furnishings, and fascinating stories, you will experience an unforgettable holiday in Sicily, in the heart of the city that Wagner defined as “the most beautiful in the world.”
Rome, Amalfi, Sicily Tour Daily Itinerary
You’ll be escorted around southern Italy visiting Rome, Pompeii, Capri, Sorrento, Alberobello, Matera, Lecce, and Otranto. In addition to the Campania and Puglia regions, this slow paced tour includes visiting the Basilicata region.
Travel through Mediterranean history meeting the ancient Greeks, ancient Romans, Byzantines, Normans, Carthaginians, crusaders, Bourbons, and Ottomans on this comprehensive all-inclusive tour of southern Italy. The daily itinerary provides time for your expert Italy tour guide to bring you through the area’s rich history and culture.
Day 1 Flight to Italy from U.S.
Boarding your overnight flight, you’re off on the adventure of a lifetime! Book your own flights or ask us to assist.
Day 2 Rome
Benvenuti a Roma, the eternal city! We are pleased to offer complimentary transfers from Rome airport to your hotel at scheduled times. Representative will be at the airport to greet you.
This evening, you will meet your tour director for a brief orientation and welcome drink. You’ll be free to enjoy dinner on your own tonight – be sure to ask your tour director for suggestions.
Day 3 Rome
This morning, after breakfast, you will board a bus for a panoramic tour of Imperial Rome, including the Roman Forum, the Circus Maximus, and the Great Synagogue built in the heart of the Jewish quarter.
After your tour, you will experience the Colosseum, reliving the brutal entertainment of the gladiators and the lions, judged by the Emperor himself.
This evening, you will enjoy a fun dinner out at a local restaurant.
Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Colosseum entrance subject to ticket availability
Please remember to bring your ID (not a photocopy) to enter the Colosseum.
Day 4 Pompeii and Amalfi
In the morning, after a delicious breakfast, you are off on a beautiful drive south to Pompeii. You will travel back in time to the fateful year of 79 A.D. A city perfectly preserved by the ash that rained down from Mt. Vesuvius, you’ll see the tragic fossils of people attempting to escape with their children and dogs. You’ll be amazed to see the streets, homes, and stores still perfectly intact.
Next, you will continue your journey to Amalfi, where you’ll check in to your beautiful hotel.
In the evening, you will enjoy an authentic Neapolitan dinner in the hotel.
Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 5 Capri
Take a ferry to the island of Capri and enjoy a private boat tour (weather permitting), including the Faraglioni and Grotta Bianca.
After free time to explore, return to Amalfi for an evening at leisure. Be sure to ask your tour director for some restaurant recommendations.
Included: Breakfast
Day 6 Amalfi Free Day
Today is all yours—no schedule, no rush—just pure freedom to enjoy this incredible town your way!
Whether you choose to dive into local culture, wander charming streets, discover hidden gems, or simply kick back and unwind by the hotel pool with a drink in hand, the day is yours to design.
Included: Breakfast
Day 7 Sicily to Taormina
Travel south to Calabria and cross the Straits of Messina by ferry into Sicily.
Arrive in the stunning hilltop town of Taormina, perched high above the sparkling Ionian Sea. With its jaw-dropping views of the coastline, dramatic vistas of Mount Etna, and a vibrant blend of history and culture, Taormina is pure Sicilian magic. Every corner feels like a postcard come to life!
Tonight, the evening is yours to explore. Wander the charming streets, find a cozy trattoria, and enjoy a delicious dinner under the stars—Sicilian-style.
Included: Breakfast
This will be a long day, so remember to wear comfortable clothes & shoes!
Day 8 Taormina
Take a morning walking tour of Taormina, known as the “Jewel of Italy,” with views of Mt. Etna and visits to ancient theaters.
Then, the afternoon is all yours! Why not stroll the medieval streets lined with interesting little shops, take a dip in the hotel pool, or treat yourself to one of Sicily’s greatest inventions – the cannoli! It’s like heaven in your mouth!
In the evening, you will enjoy dinner and great Sicilian wine at a fine local restaurant.
Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 9 Mt Etna
This morning, get ready for an unforgettable adventure to one of the world’s most awe-inspiring natural wonders— Mount Etna, one of the most active volcanoes on the planet! Visit the dramatic landscape of Mt. Etna, then head to a local winery for a tour, wine tasting, and light lunch.
Evening free to dine as you wish—try the local swordfish! It’s a local favorite and a true taste of Sicily’s coastal cuisine.
Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 10 Palermo
Today, the adventure continues as you make your way to the vibrant capital of Sicily— Palermo! But first, enjoy a captivating stop in the coastal gem of Cefalù, one of Northern Sicily’s most picturesque towns. With its golden beaches, medieval streets, and charming seaside vibe, Cefalù is a true feast for the senses. You’ll take a guided tour of the town’s stunning Norman cathedral, a 12th-century masterpiece that rises like a fortress over the old town.
Afterward, enjoy some free time to explore at your own pace.
Then it’s off to Palermo, a city bursting with energy, culture, and flavor!
Dinner tonight is on your own, so take the opportunity to try something truly local. And don’t forget to end your meal with a sweet slice of Cassata Siciliana—a traditional Palermo-born dessert.
Included: Breakfast
Day 11 Palermo
This morning, you’ll visit Palermo’s cathedral and stroll through the vibrant Ballarò Market, one of the oldest street markets in Sicily, taking in an explosion of colors and scents of fresh fruits, vegetables, meats and fish. See the Fontana Pretoria and the Quattro Canti.
The afternoon will be free to enjoy it as you please… perhaps to buy some last-minute gifts to take home with you. In the evening, you will enjoy a farewell dinner at a local restaurant.
Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 12
In the morning, you will travel to Palermo airport for your flight home. While you say arrivederci to Italy, you will certainly take a piece of it home with you, maybe some wine too! Arrivederci Bella Sicilia!
Included: Breakfast
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