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Charming Sicily

3 Nights Palermo, 1 Night Siracusa, 3 Nights Taormina

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TOUR OVERVIEW

You will start in Palermo and discover the art and food that this Sicilian capital has to offer, passing by the most evocative landmarks and tasting the most delicious specialties. Sample the island’s original street food snack – Arancini – cool down with an icy granita and indulge in a ricotta-filled cannoli. Pass by the Royal Palace, Palatine Chapel, the Cathedral, Palazzo dei Normanni and the Teatro Massimo, with your tour guide explaining the significance of each one over the three hours. Continue on to the medieval hilltop village of Erice. Stroll through the narrow streets and find stumble across delightful little courtyards. Look out for viewpoints from where you can see out to the Egadi Islands and over Trapani. You will feel like you are traveling through time, surrounded by ancient beauty. We will enjoy a tasty break by tasting local Sicilian granita. Depart Erica and proceed along the west coast of Sicily to Marsala, a town famous for producing sweet wine. Here, olive oil is another special local product. You will have the chance to taste both of them, as we will stop for a full Sicilian lunch with a sample tasting of the best local wines and olive oil in a local winery or farm. The final stop on this tour is the natural landscape that connects land and sea. Marvel at salt windmills and basins, which are still in use today. You will take a guided walking tour of Siracusa, defined by Cicero as “the most beautiful city in Magna Graecia”. Still today, the echoes of its ancient grandeur reverberate from the streets, church and monuments. Siracusa is a destination no traveler should pass up and with Sicily’s Mediterranean climate, can be visited in any season of the year. Next, explore and discover this hillside town of Taormina, ‘the Mediterranean Pearl’, is situated on a natural terrace above the sea. 

 

Itinerary

Charming Sicily starts in Palermo on select Mondays & Wednesdays
  • DAY 1

    PALERMO

    Arrival in Palermo. You will be met and transferred to your hotel. The rest of the day is free at your leisure.
  • DAY 2

    PALERMO

    This morning, meet your guide at a designated meeting point for an exciting tour of Palermo to discover the art and food that this Sicilian capital has to offer, passing by the most evocative landmarks and tasting the most delicious specialties. Sample the island’s original street food snack – Arancini – cool down with an icy granita and indulge in a ricotta-filled cannoli. Pass by the Royal Palace, Palatine Chapel, the Cathedral, Palazzo deiNormanni and the Teatro Massimo, with your tour guide explaining the significance of each one over the three hours.
    Breakfast included
  • DAY 3

    ERICE / MARSALA

    Upon meeting your guide at the designated meeting point, begin your full day small group tour areas outside of the Palermo. The first stop is the medieval hilltop village of Erice. Stroll through the narrow streets and find stumble across delightful little courtyards. Look out for viewpoints from where you can see out to the Egadi Islands and over Trapani. You will feel like you are traveling through time, surrounded by ancient beauty. We will enjoy a tasty break by tasting local Sicilian granita. Depart Erica and proceed along the west coast of Sicily to Marsala, a town famous for producing sweet wine. Here, olive oil is another special local product. You will have the chance to taste both of them, as we will stop for a full Sicilian lunch with a sample tasting of the best local wines and olive oil in a local winery or farm. The final stop on this tour is the natural landscape that connects land and sea. Marvel at salt windmills and basins, which are still in use today. The road you will follow is one of the most evocative routes in Italy and if you get out of your vehicle, you’ll be able to feel the salt in the air. And the end of this unique experience, you will return to Palermo for overnight.
    Breakfast and Lunch Included
  • DAY 4

    PALERMO / AGRIGENTO / SIRACUSA

    After breakfast, depart Palermo for Siracusa. First stop is Agrigento for a guided visit of the Valley of the Temples. In ancient time, Agrigento was the Greek city of Akragas, settled by colonists from the Greek islands of Rhodes and Crete. The town prospered and in 4068 B.C., Hannibal and the Carthaginians laid siege to the city. Today the Valley of the Temples is viewed as the best example of the ancient world because of how well the original settlement site has been preserved. After your visit, continue to Siracusa where you will arrive in the afternoon. Overnight in Siracusa.
    Breakfast included
  • DAY 5

    SIRACUSA

    Today, we will take a guided walking tour of Siracusa, defined by Cicero as “the most beautiful city in Magna Graecia”. Still today, the echoes of its ancient grandeur reverberate from the streets, church and monuments. Siracusa is a destination no traveler should pass up and with Sicily’s Mediterranean climate, can be visited in any season of the year. Made a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2005, the city shows its ancient vestiges in every nook and cranny, from Classical to Baroque splendors, all within a landscape of enchanting beauty. This city was once the largest in the Western world. Ortigia, the small island off of the mainland, is the soul of Siracusa, filled with 2,500 years of history. After your walking tour, you will proceed to Taormina with your private driver. Overnight in Taormina.
    Breakfast included
  • DAY 6

    TAORMINA

    Today is yours to explore and discover this hillside town at your leisure.Taormina, ‘the Mediterranean Pearl’, is situated on a natural terrace above the sea. One can only be charmed by the immense beauty of this place. You can visit the 3rd Century A.D. Greek Theatre, the city’s symbol. Standing among cypresses and prickly pears, its caves dug into the rock, this Hellenistic Theatre was transformed itno an arena by the Romans. It offers a spectacular view of the turquoise sea that runs to the Calabrian coast in the northeast, to Siracusa to the south and the smoking peak of Mt. Etna in the west. You can opt to join a private Taormina walking tour for an additional price.
    Breakfast included
  • DAY 7

    TAORMINA

    Today, we will drive through typical Sicilian villages admiring local and authentic lava stone house, orange and lemon plantations, olives and almond trees while listening to charming stories about Sicilian culture, tradition and food. Proceeding 1000 meters above sea level, you will discover the breathtaking Etna territory. Here, enjoy views of beautiful vineyards surrounded by frames of lava stones. The first stop will be at a family-run winery for a glass of process, guides visit to the cellars and a wine tasting with typical, organic cold appetizers. Your second stop will be in an antique and unique farmhouse/restaurant close to the winery, where you will continue your food and wine tour on an open air terrace overlooking beautiful vineyards, farms and gardens. Here, the tasting will include local Etna wines, ricotta cheese and two choices of pasta with local ingredients. Continue your gastronomic experience with authentic Etna liquors. Return to your hotel in Taormina.
    Breakfast included
  • DAY 8

    TAORMINA / PALERMO

    transfer from your hotel in Taormina to the Palermo airport for your flight home.
    Breakfast included

Package Includes

  • 3-night hotel accommodation in Palermo
  • 1-night hotel accommodation in Siracusa
  • 3-night hotel accommodation in Taormina
  • Breakfast daily
  • Shared Walking Art and Foodie Tour of Palermo
  • Shared tour of Erice and Marsala
  • Transfer from Palermo to Siracusa with stop in Agrigento for guided visit
  • Walking guided tour of Siracusa and Ortigia
  • Transfer from Siracusa to Taormina
  • Small Group Food & Wine Lovers tour of Etna countryside
  • All transfers as per itinerary
  • Hotel taxes and service charges
  • 24/7 support from a Homeric Representative
  • USTOA $1 Million Travelers Assistance Program

Dates & Prices

PalermoPoliteama
SiracusaCaiammari Hotel
TaorminaSplendid
Mar 6 - 29, 2023$2,625
Apr 3 - 26, 2023$2,975
May 1 - 31, 2023$3,045
Jun 5 - 28, 2023$3,045
Jul 3 - 31, 2023$3,205
Aug 2 - 30, 2023$3,124
Sep 4 - 27, 2023$2,915
Oct 2 - 30, 2023$2,625
PalermoPoliteama
SiracusaCaiammari
TaorminaSplendid
Mar 6 - 29, 2023$4,132
Apr 3 - 26, 2023$4,829
May 1 - 31, 2023$4,971
Jun 5 - 28, 2023$4,971
Jul 3 - 31, 2023$5,290
Aug 2 - 30, 2023$5,123
Sep 4 - 27, 2023$4,706
Oct 2 - 30, 2023$4,132

HOTELS

Palermo

Politeama★ ★ ★ ★
Politeama is a classic hotel in the city center of Palermo just in front of Politeama Theater. It welcomes its guests with 94 rooms, where elegance, tradition and charm live in a fine balance. The exclusive view of Piazza Politeama and a central location make this historic hotel the ideal choice for a holiday in Palermo to discover art and culture. It is close to shopping stores,great restaurants, and just in front of the bus stop to the airport of Palermo: Politeama Hotel is the ideal choice for those on a business trip in Palermo, or for a romantic weekend in the capital of Sicily. Sleeping at the Hotel Politeama means to be greeted by the warmth of our staff, willing to support Your stay with rich tips and information to make the guest feel at home and make Your stay an unforgettable experience. The Politeama hotel has a parking garage service, close to the hotel with valet car service.

Siracusa, Italy

Caiammari Hotel★ ★ ★ ★
Housed in a restored ancient villa with a landscaped garden, this upscale hotel lies 4 km from Le Nereidi Beach, 9 km from the Cathedral of Syracuse and 10 km from the 13th-century Castello Maniace. Bright, elegant rooms come with free Wi-Fi and flat-screens, plus minibars, and tea and coffeemakers. Some add balconies or terraces. Suites provide loft areas, and some also feature whirlpool tubs and/or fireplaces. Room service is available. Breakfast is included. There's a fine-dining restaurant and a bar. Other amenities consist of an outdoor pool, a gym, and a spa offering a hot tub and a sauna.
  • Hotel Address:Via Daniele Impellizzeri, 96100 Siracusa SR, Italy
    Phone:+39 093 1721217,

Taormina, Italy

Splendid Hotel - Taormina★ ★ ★ ★
Set on a promontory with views of the Mediterranean Sea and Mount Etna, this relaxed hotel is 5 minutes' walk from bustling Corso Umberto, 9 minutes' walk from the Teatro Antico di Taormina, and 4 km from the beach. Down-to-earth rooms feature mountain or sea views, and come with free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and balconies or terraces. Many have sea views. Room service is available. Complimentary amenities consist of parking, and a breakfast buffet offered in a restaurant that has a roof terrace, sea views and a garden. There's also an outdoor pool with a snack bar, as well as a casual piano bar. Additional amenities include beauty treatments and a beach shuttle.
  • Hotel Address:Via Dietro Cappuccini, 10, 98039 Taormina ME, Italy
    Phone:+39 0942 628010,

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TRAVEL INSURANCE

Prepare for the Unexpected

Homeric Tours highly recommends that all our passengers purchase travel insurance. We offer a cost-effective, comprehensive insurance plan that protects you in cases such as having to cancel your trip for medical reasons, leaving your trip early due to an emergency, getting reimbursed in case your baggage arrives late, and so on.

We offer two separate plans: one for passengers who purchase only air tickets from us and the other for passengers who purchase land-only services (hotels, cruises, transfers, etc.) or land-and-air packages.