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Classical Sicily

8 days
From Syracuse to Giardini Naxos
4.5
45 traveler reviews
Classical Sicily - Explore!
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Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Guided in English
Group Size 7 - 16
Age range 16 to 85
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Highlights

  • See the classical remains in the Valley of the Temples
  • Discover the walled medieval hilltop town of Erice
  • Admire the extensive mosaics at Villa Romana del Casal
  • Venture up Europe's tallest active volcano, Mount Etna

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Join trip in Syracusa
  2. Day 2 Discover Syracusa's historic Neapolis and Ortygia Island
  3. Day 3 See the mosaics at Villa Romana del Casale and the Valley of the Temples
  4. Day 4 Explore Erice and the Greek ruins of Segesta en route to Palermo
  5. Day 5 Visit the Palatine Chapel and Monreale Cathedral, free time in Palermo
  6. Day 6 Drive along the coast with a stop in Cefalu en route to Giardini Naxos
  7. Day 7 Travel to Mount Etna, afternoon in Taormina
  8. Day 8 Trip ends in Giardini Naxos
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Where You'll Stay

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  • Itinerary
    Excellent
    4.8
  • Guide
    Excellent
    5.0
  • Transport
    Excellent
    4.8
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  • A
    · April 3rd, 2023
    Sicily a beautiful Island covered in history
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    Trip date: March 2023
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  • A
    · April 7th, 2023
    Syracuse - albeit that we only had a few hours there. Catania - on the last day - not on the official tour. The fish market and the cafes. The only time that we had to sit and relax.
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    Trip date: March 2023
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  • A
    · April 10th, 2023
    Daniele was a wonderful guide and made the whole trip memorable. He provided a breadth and depth to all aspects of the trip which made it exceptional.
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    Trip date: March 2023
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  • A
    · April 13th, 2023
    I felt that there was at least one highlight each day. I enjoyed Segesta because of its location and Villa Romana was impressive.
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    Trip date: April 2023
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  • A
    · April 13th, 2023
    The mosaic's at Villa Romana were amazing.
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    Trip date: April 2023
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  • A
    · April 14th, 2023
    Visits to historic sites were all excellent. Trip up Mt Etna was mind blowing. Never to be forgotten.
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    Trip date: April 2023
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  • A
    · April 17th, 2023
    The mosaics at Villa Romana and the Palatine Chapel in Palermo.
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    Trip date: April 2023
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  • A
    · April 20th, 2023
    Seeing major historical sites before the crowds arrived. Our guide's care for his group and his really clear explanations.
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    Trip date: April 2023
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  • A
    · April 30th, 2023
    Villa Romana Palatine Chapel Monreale Cathedral Etna
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    Trip date: April 2023
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  • A
    · May 1st, 2023
    I loved everywhere, but especially Villa Romana in Piazza Al Marina with the wonderful frescoes, the 2 famous churches in Palermo, Erice, Ortygia and Cefalu, especially the Greek theatre, despite Cefalu being so noisy and crowded. Mt Etna.
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    Trip date: April 2023
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8 days
Classical Sicily
From Syracuse to Giardini Naxos

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