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Sicily: A Cultural Journey

12 days  |  14 days with Taormina Region extension

Group size
15–38 travelers
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4.6 out of 5 stars

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The Sicilian sun shines light on a different side of Italy.

In the midst of the Mediterranean, discover an island with personality all its own—full of flavor and teeming with one-of-a-kind art and architecture. From multicultural Palermo to breathtaking Taormina, each stop on this tour of Sicily reveals unexpected treasures.

Your tour package includes

  • 10 nights in handpicked hotels
  • 10 breakfasts
  • 4 dinners with beer or wine
  • 1 wine tasting
  • 1 food tasting
  • 8 sightseeing tours
  • Expert Tour Director & local guides
  • Private deluxe motor coach

Included highlights

  • Cappella Palatina
  • Monreale Cathedral
  • Agrigento's Greek ruins
  • Piazza Armerina
  • Syracuse Cathedral
  • Views of Mount Etna
  • Ragusa
  • Taormina's Greek theater

Itinerary

Overnight Flight

Day 1: Travel day

Board your overnight flight to Palermo today.

Palermo

Day 2: Arrival in Palermo

Included meal: Welcome dinner

Welcome to Italy! Meet your Tour Director and fellow travelers at tonight’s welcome dinner.

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Hotels

We handpick every hotel to strike the balance of comfort, location, and local charm. Specific accommodations will vary based on your departure date, but these are frequently used hotels for this tour and we're confident you'll be satisfied.

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Hotel Mercure Palermo Centro

This modern hotel is located in the Palermo city center. Guests enjoy free Wi-Fi, a bar, and a spacious lobby. Nearby, you’ll find the Teatro Politeama, Teatro Massimo, and Via Roma.

Federico II Palace Hotel

This countryside hotel is located in Enna. Guests enjoy the indoor and outdoor pools, spa and elegant on-site restaurant. Nearby you’ll find the Vallone di Campo della Corte Nature Reserve, Lombardy Castle, and the Enna Cathedral.

Grand Hotel Villa Politi

This grand hotel is located near the historic archeological zone. Guests enjoy a restaurant, bar, and spa. Nearby, you’ll find the Greek Theater of Syracuse, Temple of Apollo, and Ortigia island footbridge.

Excelsior Palace Hotel Taormina

This historic hotel is located in the city center. Guests enjoy an outdoor swimming pool, sun deck, and restaurant. Nearby, you’ll find Corso Umberto, the Greek Theater, and Taormina Cathedral.

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Flights

Round-trip flights are one more thing we handle to make your journey as smooth as possible. Our team of travel experts will find the best flight itinerary for you at a competitive rate, thanks to our partnerships with top airlines.

Add our airfare and you’ll get:

  • Round-trip flight for your tour
  • Airport transfers at your destination
  • A great price locked in today
  • 24/7 support from our dedicated service team
  • Options for arriving early, staying longer, or requesting an upgrade
  • Flexible rebooking options if your tour itinerary changes

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