Itinerary
Day 1 - Sorrento/Rende (Cosenza)
In the afternoon, depart to Rende (Calabria region) with its magnificent Aragonese Castles. Dinner and overnight.
Day 2 - Rende/Taormina/Catania
After breakfast, depart to the beautiful town of Taormina, a favorite with tourists worldwide. Free time to explore, for shopping or for a leisurely stroll along the panoramic terrace. Overnight and dinner in Taormina or Giardini Naxos or Catania.
Day 3 - Etna/Syracuse/Taormina
After breakfast, depart for an excursion to Mount Etna, the highest volcano in Europe, up to the “Rifugio Sapienza”, 1900 meters above sea level and time to enjoy the view. Continue to Syracuse, for a guided visit of the Neapolis Greek Theatre, the Roman Amphitheater and the Ear of Dionysus, an ear-shaped grotto. Dinner and overnight.
Day 4 - Piazza Armerina/Agrigento
After breakfast, guided visit of the Roman Villas of Piazza Armerina with their beautiful mosaics, a site that is on the UNESCO World Heritage list. Then depart to Agrigento to admire the Valley of Temples. Dinner and overnight.
Day 5 - Agrigento/Monreale/Palermo
After breakfast, leave to Palermo. Stop in Monreale for a guided visit of the outstanding moorish-norman-style Duomo, extensively decorated with mosaics and fine gold. A farewell lunch consisting of typical local products, will be served. Continue to Palermo, a panoramic visit of the city. Transfer to the airport. End of services. |