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Sicily in Depth
With 6-Day Malta Option, Classic Group
Tour Description:
See every slice of Sicily during this 14-day guided tour. Take off to Paradise Quarry in Syracuse with a Local Expert, who will show you its Ear of Dionysius, an ear-shaped limestone grotto: call out to your fellow travelers here, and your voice may echo as many as 16 times. Visit the Palatine Chapel to marvel at the glittering gold mosaics for a stunning sight. Travel to the salt pans and windmills on the western coast and taste Marsala wine in its home town. In Taormina, perched above the Ionian Sea, join a Local Expert at the city’s cliffside Greek theater, from where you can see Mount Etna, the island’s active Strato volcano.Venture from your waterfront hotel in Sliema to the capital of Malta. In Valletta, meet a Local Expert who will guide you through the Fortress City, filled with golden-hued buildings and anchored by St. John's Cathedral. Later, in Mdina, join a Local Expert on a walk through the fortified Silent City, nicknamed for its peaceful atmosphere. Then, toast to an incredible journey during a final celebration dinner with your fellow travelers.
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Dates & Pricing
| Friday 06 Mar 26 — Thursday 19 Mar 26 | Starting at $4,895 |  SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Friday 20 Mar 26 — Thursday 02 Apr 26 | Starting at $4,260 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Friday 17 Apr 26 — Thursday 30 Apr 26 | Starting at $5,495 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Friday 24 Apr 26 — Thursday 07 May 26 | Starting at $5,550 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Friday 01 May 26 — Thursday 14 May 26 | Starting at $6,050 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
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| Friday 15 May 26 — Thursday 28 May 26 | Starting at $6,467 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Friday 22 May 26 — Thursday 04 Jun 26 | Starting at $6,050 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Friday 29 May 26 — Thursday 11 Jun 26 | Starting at $6,025 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
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| Friday 03 Jul 26 — Thursday 16 Jul 26 | Starting at $5,595 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
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| Friday 31 Jul 26 — Thursday 13 Aug 26 | Starting at $5,725 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
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| Friday 21 Aug 26 — Thursday 03 Sep 26 | Starting at $5,725 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Friday 04 Sep 26 — Thursday 17 Sep 26 | Starting at $5,995 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
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| Friday 23 Oct 26 — Thursday 05 Nov 26 | Starting at $5,775 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Friday 13 Nov 26 — Thursday 26 Nov 26 | Starting at $4,925 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Friday 27 Nov 26 — Thursday 10 Dec 26 | Starting at $4,775 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
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| Wednesday 23 Dec 26 — Tuesday 05 Jan 27 | Starting at $5,225 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Friday 08 Jan 27 — Thursday 21 Jan 27 | Starting at $4,775 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Friday 22 Jan 27 — Thursday 04 Feb 27 | Starting at $4,795 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
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| Friday 19 Feb 27 — Thursday 04 Mar 27 | Starting at $4,850 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Friday 05 Mar 27 — Thursday 18 Mar 27 | Starting at $4,895 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Friday 19 Mar 27 — Thursday 01 Apr 27 | Starting at $4,895 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Friday 02 Apr 27 — Thursday 15 Apr 27 | Starting at $5,775 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
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| Friday 23 Apr 27 — Thursday 06 May 27 | Starting at $5,825 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Friday 30 Apr 27 — Thursday 13 May 27 | Starting at $6,350 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
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| Friday 21 May 27 — Thursday 03 Jun 27 | Starting at $6,350 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Friday 28 May 27 — Thursday 10 Jun 27 | Starting at $6,325 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Friday 04 Jun 27 — Thursday 17 Jun 27 | Starting at $5,875 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Friday 18 Jun 27 — Thursday 01 Jul 27 | Starting at $5,895 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Friday 25 Jun 27 — Thursday 08 Jul 27 | Starting at $5,895 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Friday 02 Jul 27 — Thursday 15 Jul 27 | Starting at $5,875 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Friday 16 Jul 27 — Thursday 29 Jul 27 | Starting at $5,925 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Friday 23 Jul 27 — Thursday 05 Aug 27 | Starting at $5,925 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Friday 30 Jul 27 — Thursday 12 Aug 27 | Starting at $6,025 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
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| Friday 20 Aug 27 — Thursday 02 Sep 27 | Starting at $6,025 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Friday 03 Sep 27 — Thursday 16 Sep 27 | Starting at $6,295 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Friday 10 Sep 27 — Thursday 23 Sep 27 | Starting at $6,325 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Friday 17 Sep 27 — Thursday 30 Sep 27 | Starting at $6,295 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Friday 24 Sep 27 — Thursday 07 Oct 27 | Starting at $6,350 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Friday 01 Oct 27 — Thursday 14 Oct 27 | Starting at $6,350 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
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| Friday 15 Oct 27 — Thursday 28 Oct 27 | Starting at $6,350 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
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Disclaimer: Prices listed are per person, based on double occupancy, and in USD. All promotions are valid for new bookings only, capacity controlled and valid on select dates and departures. Individual Terms and Conditions will apply to all promotions. Any promotion can be withdrawn at any time without notice. Please speak with your Pavlus Travel Planner for complete vendor terms and conditions, including eligible tour and cruise dates.
Destination & Sightseeing
Destination & SightseeingDestination Highlights:
Personal radio headsets give you the freedom to wander during visits to famous highlights, without missing any of your Local Expert's fascinating commentary.
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.
We carry your bags for you and promptly deliver them to your hotel door.
From time to time, your Travel Director will delight you with an Insight Flourish, which is a local specialty representing the destination.
Stay connected with friends and family with our complimentary coach and hotel Wi-Fi (where available).
If your arrival and/or departure flights are as per the itinerary start and end dates, then transfers are available at scheduled times. If your flights are outside these times, or you have booked additional nights accommodation with Insight Vacations, you may purchase transfers or make your own way from/to the airport.
Personal radio headsets give you the freedom to wander during visits to famous highlights, without missing any of your Local Expert's fascinating commentary.
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.
We carry your bags for you and promptly deliver them to your hotel door.
From time to time, your Travel Director will delight you with an Insight Flourish, which is a local specialty representing the destination.
Stay connected with friends and family with our complimentary coach and hotel Wi-Fi (where available).
If your arrival and/or departure flights are as per the itinerary start and end dates, then transfers are available at scheduled times. If your flights are outside these times, or you have booked additional nights accommodation with Insight Vacations, you may purchase transfers or make your own way from/to the airport.
ITINERARY
ITINERARYWelcome to Palermo
Relax and settle in before meeting your Travel Director and fellow travelers for dinner at a local restaurant.
Palermo & the Golden Age of 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.
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.
Explore the Valley of the Temples
Travel along the southern coast of Sicily en route to Agrigento. In Agrigento, explore the Valley of the Temples with a Local Expert. Recognized 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.
Discover Villa Romana del Casale 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, inscribed in 1997, showcases the opulence of ancient Rome. Continue to Ragusa and explore the labyrinthine alleyways of Ragusa Ibla with your Local Expert. The town, with origins dating back to the Bronze Age, was once inhabited by the Sicels tribe, who gave their name to Sicily. Admire the remarkable Sicilian Baroque architecture that has earned Ragusa UNESCO recognition. In the evening, savor the rich flavors of locally sourced ingredients with a delicious Farm-to-Table dinner at a charming local restaurant.
Modica Relaxed Start
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 its artisanal techniques used to create the town's celebrated handmade chocolate.
Ancient 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 Ortigia, 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 city of Catania.
Taormina and 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. Celebrate your time in Sicily with a delightful dinner at a local restaurant, savoring Sicilian cuisine with exquisite Italian wines.
Fly from Catania to Malta
During your transfer to Catania airport, appreciate the vistas of Mount Etna one last time. Board your short flight to Malta where on arrival you will be met and taken to your hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure to relax and settle into your hotel. Join your Travel Director at 18:30 for dinner.
Free time in Sliema Relaxed Start
Your day is at leisure. You may want to explore the World Heritage Site of Haġar Qim and Mnajdra temples before proceeding to the idyllic fishing village of Marsaxlokk, enjoy a stroll around the many market stalls whilst admiring the colorful ‘luzzu’ fishing boats in the harbor.
Explore Valetta Relaxed Start
With a Local Expert, you’ll visit the Upper Barracca Gardens and the impressive St. John's Cathedral, designed in the Baroque style. Be captivated by the wealth of history as you stroll through the elegant streets, discovering why the city is known as The Fortress City, with its restored golden-stone buildings shaping the cityscape. For lunch, enjoy a delicious meal made with fresh, local ingredients. This afternoon, visit the National War Museum. Learn about Malta’s significant role in WWII as you explore with a historian.
Free Day in Malta
Today is free for you to relax at leisure by the Mediterranean sea. Perhaps take a relaxing stroll along the promenade lined with restaurants and bars. If you’re feeling active, why not take an Optional Experience with lunch on Gozo Island? Calypso Cave, found on the island, is said to be the one Homer wrote about in his acclaimed epic poem, The Odyssey.
Mdina the Silent City
Head to Mdina with a Local Expert to explore this golden city, known also as the silent city for its shady streets and peaceful atmosphere. Experience Palazzo Falson on a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience. Return to the coast for an afternoon at leisure. This evening, enjoy dinner at a wonderful local restaurant where you’ll toast to your trip with your fellow travelers.
Depart Malta
It’s time to say goodbye to this beautiful island and your fellow travelers, as a transfer takes you to Malta International Airport for your onward journey.
Disclaimer: Prices listed are per person, based on double occupancy, and in USD. All promotions are valid for new bookings only, capacity controlled and valid on select dates and departures. Individual Terms and Conditions will apply to all promotions. Any promotion can be withdrawn at any time without notice. Please speak with your Pavlus Travel Planner for complete vendor terms and conditions, including eligible tour and cruise dates.
