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The Sicilian 2024
10 days from Palermo to Taormina Riviera
Tour Description:
Trekked by more than half of humankind’s ancient world, modern day Sicily still offers off-the-beaten-path discoveries that reveal an undiscovered side of Italy. The Phoenicians, Greeks, Romans, Byzantines, Arabs, Normans, French, Germans, Spanish, Italians, and even the British have left an impression on this gorgeous island, and it shows in its diverse architecture, unique culture, and multinational cuisine. As you trace the sparkling coast from the flamboyant capital city of Palermo to the ultra-chic Taormina Riviera, you can expect stunning archaeological treasures, ancient works of art, and a warm welcome at every turn, and a cool gelato on every corner. Traditional granita, cannoli, Marsala wine, and a tasting at Dolceria Bonajuto, Sicily’s oldest chocolate factory, only sweeten the experience on this Undiscovered Tour of Sicily.
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Dates & Pricing
Start Dates Listed Below are US departure dates, please verify specific dates with your Pavlus Travel Planner
| Friday 29 Mar 24 — Monday 08 Apr 24 | Starting at $2,199 | Get a Quote | |
| Friday 05 Apr 24 — Monday 15 Apr 24 | Starting at $2,849 | Get a Quote | |
| Friday 12 Apr 24 — Monday 22 Apr 24
Small Group Discovery | Starting at $3,369 | Get a Quote | |
| Friday 19 Apr 24 — Monday 29 Apr 24 | Starting at $2,879 | Get a Quote | |
| Friday 26 Apr 24 — Monday 06 May 24 | Starting at $2,899 | Get a Quote | |
| Friday 03 May 24 — Monday 13 May 24 | Starting at $2,959 | Get a Quote | |
| Friday 17 May 24 — Monday 27 May 24 | Starting at $2,899 | Get a Quote | |
| Friday 24 May 24 — Monday 03 Jun 24 | Starting at $2,899 | Get a Quote | |
| Friday 31 May 24 — Monday 10 Jun 24 | Starting at $2,749 | Get a Quote | |
| Friday 07 Jun 24 — Monday 17 Jun 24
Small Group Discovery | Starting at $3,399 | Get a Quote | |
| Friday 14 Jun 24 — Monday 24 Jun 24 | Starting at $2,899 | Get a Quote | |
| Friday 21 Jun 24 — Monday 01 Jul 24
Small Group Discovery | Starting at $3,369 | Get a Quote | |
| Friday 23 Aug 24 — Monday 02 Sep 24 | Starting at $2,749 | Get a Quote | |
| Friday 30 Aug 24 — Monday 09 Sep 24 | Starting at $2,899 | Get a Quote | |
| Friday 06 Sep 24 — Monday 16 Sep 24
Small Group Discovery | Starting at $3,399 | Get a Quote | |
| Friday 20 Sep 24 — Monday 30 Sep 24 | Starting at $2,899 | Get a Quote | |
| Friday 27 Sep 24 — Monday 07 Oct 24 | Starting at $2,879 | Get a Quote | |
| Friday 04 Oct 24 — Monday 14 Oct 24 | Starting at $2,879 | Get a Quote | |
| Friday 11 Oct 24 — Monday 21 Oct 24
Small Group Discovery | Starting at $3,359 | Get a Quote | |
| Friday 18 Oct 24 — Monday 28 Oct 24 | Starting at $2,699 | Get a Quote |
Destination & Sightseeing
Destination & SightseeingWe’ve packed everything you need for the perfect vacation—from hand-selected hotels and dining to the friendly expertise of Globus Tour Directors and Local Guides (with headsets to hear every word), to seamless transportation between destinations and VIP access to the world’s most iconic sites! Touring by private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach with free Wi-Fi.
ITINERARY
ITINERARYDay 1
At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome dinner at a local restaurant
Day 2
PALERMO Guided sightseeing includes the Church of Immacolata and a visit to the cathedral. Scenic drive to Monreale for a panoramic view of the Conca d’Oro and a visit to the Norman Cathedral. Enjoy [LF] lunch with Sicilian specialties panelle (chickpea fritters), arancini (stuffed rice balls), and cannoli (fried pastry rolls with sweet ricotta cheese)
Day 3
ERICE Visit the hilltop town and sample almond biscuits and Marsala wine at the well-known Pasticceria Maria Grammatico.
MARSALA Visit a salt mill en route to Mazara del Vallo.
99 mi / 160 km
Day 4
MAZARA DEL VALLO Guided sightseeing includes the cathedral and a walk in the Old Town.
SCIACCA Photo stop at the panoramic viewpoint.
AGRIGENTO Take a guided walking tour at the Valley of Temples.
93 mi / 150 km
Day 5
PIAZZA ARMERINA Take a guided visit to the Villa Romana del Casale with the largest and most complex collection of Roman mosaics in the world.
CALTAGIRONE Orientation and free time to see the Staircase of Santa Maria del Monte en route to Ragusa.
130 mi / 210 km
Day 6
RAGUSA Guided walking tour includes the city’s oldest district, the Ibla, the 19th-century gardens of Giardini Iblei, and St. George Cathedral. Visit an authentic Carrettieri (Sicilian carts) workshop. Free time.
MODICA Enjoy an orientation walk with a [LF] chocolate tasting at the famous Dolceria Bonajuto, Sicily’s oldest chocolate factory. Dinner at a local restaurant.
20 mi / 32 km
Day 7
NOTO Walk along Corso Vittorio Emanuele to admire San Nicolò Cathedral.
SYRACUSE Guided visit to the Archaeological Park features the Greek Theatre and the Roman Amphitheatre.
56 mi / 90 km
Day 8
CATANIA Take an orientation walk with free time to browse in Piazza del Duomo and Via Etnea. Take a scenic drive en route to Taormina Riviera with free time this afternoon and evening.
75 mi / 120 km
Day 9
SAVOCA Orientation walk followed by a [LF] Granita (semi-frozen drink), and brioche tasting at Bar Vitelli.
TAORMINA RIVIERA Orientation walk and free time for lunch. Visit the Greek Theatre, followed by a farewell dinner at a local restaurant.
43 mi / 70 km
Day 10
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. The nearest airport is Catania.
Accommodations
Accommodations| Palermo | Mazara Del Vallo | Agrigento | Ragusa | Syracuse | Taormina Riviera |
Mercure Palermo Centro
First-Class
Hotel as shown or similar
via Mariano Stabile, 112 Palermo Italy
The Mercure Palermo Centro has a prime location with the Politeama theatre, the Harbor, the Cathedral and the lively Vucciria Market within walking distance. It offers free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel and 93 modern rooms with design furniture. Rooms have a refined atmosphere and mostly come with white, beige and black color combinations. Each one has air conditioning, coffee and tea maker facilities, flat screen TV with international channels and in-room safe. In the evening enjoy a cocktail at the bar. Many restaurants, bars and local shops are available nearby.
First-Class
Hotel as shown or similar
via Mariano Stabile, 112 Palermo Italy
The Mercure Palermo Centro has a prime location with the Politeama theatre, the Harbor, the Cathedral and the lively Vucciria Market within walking distance. It offers free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel and 93 modern rooms with design furniture. Rooms have a refined atmosphere and mostly come with white, beige and black color combinations. Each one has air conditioning, coffee and tea maker facilities, flat screen TV with international channels and in-room safe. In the evening enjoy a cocktail at the bar. Many restaurants, bars and local shops are available nearby.
