Itinerary
Charming Sicily starts in Palermo on select Fridays and Sundays.-
DAY 1
PALERMO
Arrival in Palermo. You will be met and transferred to your hotel in Taormina. The rest of the day is free at your leisure. -
DAY 2
PALERMO
Palermo, rich in culture and history with 8 UNESCO sites, invites you to explore its gems on a 3-hour small group tour, with a delightful local interlude. Traverse the city center's Baroque and Normann - Arab architecture, including the intriguing Piazza Pretoria, nicknamed Square of Shame, showcasing a remarkable marble fountain adorned with revealing statues. The Praetorian Palace, housing the Town Hall, also graces this plaza. Experience history at the Royal Palace, now the Regional Parliament, and the stunning Palatine Chapel's golden mosaics. Religious sites like Martorana Church and Palermo Cathedral add depth to the journey. Savor a Sicilian cannolo or granite to complete this cultural and culinary exploration. Overnight in Palermo.Breakfast included -
DAY 3
ERICE / MARSALA
Escape Palermo's urban buzz on a day long small group tour from the Sicilian capital. With an expert escort, explore Erice's medieval hilltop charm, indulge in local Sicilian cuisine, enjoy wine tasting, and take in Marsala's Salt Route vistas. Departing in a minivan with a skilled driver and guide, experience Erice's historic lanes and panoramic viewpoints. Sample a local granite, relish a Sicilian lunch and wine tasting, and journey along Marsala's captivating salt mills road. Reconnect with Palermo after an enriching, off-island escapade. Overnight in Palermo.Breakfast included -
DAY 4
PALERMO
Day at leisure to explore the city on your own.Breakfast included -
DAY 5
PALERMO / ARGRIGENTO / TAORMINA
After breakfast, you will be transferred to Agrigento. It is here where you can admire the spectacular Valley of the temples, a collection of ancient temples dedicated to mythical Gods. After the tour you will continue your journey to the marvelous city of Taormina.Breakfast included -
DAY 6
TAORMINA
This morning you will be taken on a walking tour of the charming town of Taormina, including the ancient amphitheater. Afternoon is free to relax and try the delectable dishes of the Sicilian cuisine.Breakfast included -
DAY 7
TAORMINA
Day at leisure to possibly explore the majestic Mt. Etna or simply relax and enjoy many of the local trattorias and shops. Overnight in Palermo.Breakfast included -
DAY 8
TAORMINA / CATANIA
Private transfer from your hotel in Taormina to the Catania airport for your flight home.Breakfast included
