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Discover Sicily

Explore Sicily's warm beaches, charming villages and fascinating Greek and Roman ruins at a Mediterranean pace with the convenience of a single hotel stay in the popular resort town, Giardini Naxos. Nicknamed the "crossroads of civilization," Sicily's history was shaped by the Greeks, Romans, Arabs and Normans. Visit Taormina, a medieval hilltown perched high above the Ionian Sea. See the largest active volcano in Europe, Mt. Etna. Discover the Archaeological Park at Siracusa during a guided visit.

Tour Highlights
Taormina, Mt. Etna, Winery Tour, Piazza Armerina, Villa Casale, Caltagirone, Siracusa

Collette Experiences

Enjoy your vacation in a single hotel on the beautiful island of Sicily, the crossroads of civilization.

Walk in the footsteps of Greek history with a local expert at Siracusa's Archaeological Park.

Witness the impressive power of nature as you visit Mt. Etna, Europe's largest active volcano.

Spend a day exploring the jewel of Sicily, the historic hill top town of Taormina.

Enjoy regional Italian wines with every dinner.

Call (781) 837-1111 for more information or to book today! Mention code 6237823

Tour Operator

Collette Vacations

Duration

8 Days

Itinerary

Day	Destination	Description
Day 1	Overnight Flight	Overnight Flight: Sicily, the largest of the Mediterranean Islands, offers a wonderful climate, spectacular landscapes, historic towns, charming hilltop villages, and some of the finest archaeological sites in Europe. You will enjoy this spectacular destination with a relaxing single hotel stay. Your journey begins with an overnight flight to Catania.
Day 2	Taormina	Taormina Area, Sicily - Tour Begins: Your tour begins in the Taormina area, one of the most popular resort destinations in Sicily. This evening, join your fellow travelers for a special welcome dinner.
Day 3	Taormina	Taormina: Taormina is symbolic of the splendor of Sicily; history and beauty abound in this small town perched high above the Ionian Sea. Join a local guide to explore the many treasures of the town, including the Greek Theatre, the Duomo and the public gardens. Spend the afternoon dining at one of the many sidewalk cafes or shopping in the town's boutiques.
Day 4	Mt. Etna	Mt. Etna: LANGUAGE DISCOVERY: Today, your Tour Manager will help you discover the origin and history of the language(s) you will experience on your tour along with key words and phrases that will help you communicate with the locals. This morning you will experience the natural majesty of Europe's largest active volcano, Mt. Etna. This spectacular treasure continues to release smoke and ash over Sicily. Travel up the mountain by coach to personally witness the spectacular landscapes sculpted by fire. This afternoon, visit a well-known local winery, famous for producing wines from grapes grown in the volcanic soil on the slopes of Mt. Etna. This evening you will enjoy a traditional dinner made with local specialties and wines, plus traditional Sicilian folk music.
Day 5	Mt. Etna	Day at Leisure or Optional Excursion: Enjoy a day at leisure to absorb the charms of the region. Or, perhaps you would prefer to join an optional excursion* to the city of Catania. Join a local expert and discover the sights of Sicily's second largest city.
Day 6	Piazza Armerina	Caltagirone - Piazza Armerina: This morning your journey will take you to Caltagirone, the capital of the Sicilian pottery industry. A visit to a local studio allows you to see first hand how these traditional designs are produced. After enjoying lunch on your own, you will travel to the medieval town of Piazza Armerina, located in the beautiful Erei Mountains. A guided visit of nearby Villa Casale showcases an extraordinary collection of Roman mosaics that date to the 3rd century BC.
Day 7	Siracusa	Siracusa: Walk in the footsteps of history and reflect on the magnificence of ancient Greece during an excursion to Siracusa. The city boasts as fine a collection of archaeological treasures as any island in Greece. A local expert guides you through the Archaeological Park, featuring an impressive collection of Greek and Roman antiquities. Enjoy some free time in the historic old city before returning to your hotel.
Day 8	Siracusa	Day at Leisure: A full day at leisure allows you to explore at your own pace. Perhaps you will enjoy a stroll along the local beaches or some last minute shopping. Gather with your fellow travelers this evening during a farewell dinner at a local restaurant located on a typical beach and share unforgettable memories of a spectacular stay in Sicily while taking in the beautiful view.
Day 9	Tour ends	Tour Ends: Your tour of Sicily ends today.

Dates/Pricing

Lodging

Hellenia Yachting Hotel, Giardini-Naxos or Russott Hotel, Giardini-Naxos

Dining

Total meals - 11

Disclaimer

* NOTE: Tour prices are lead-in land only rates based on double occupancy. Please call your agent for triple or child occupancy rates. Taxes and fees are additional for tours that feature a cruise; port taxes are not included in the prices shown. Some dates may feature various changes in hotels, sightseeing and inclusions. Please confirm your specific itinerary at the time of booking.
Airfare is additional and is available through Collette Vacations.

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