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Overview
Explore southern Italy and Sicily on a 10-night tour that starts in Rome and finishes in Taormina!
Spend a night in Italy’s magnificent capital before traveling south to discover the Sorrento Coast and Campania regions, with time in Sorrento, Capri, Naples and UNESCO-listed Pompeii.
Take an overnight ferry boat to Sicily and head towards Mount Etna as well as history-packed towns such as Palermo, Monreale, Agrigento, Syracuse and Taormina. Plus, delve into two traditional villages where scenes from the iconic 'The Godfather' films were shot.
Description
Day 1: ROME
Stop At: Teatro di Marcello, Via del Teatro de Marcello, Rome 00186 Italy
Benvenuti a Roma! After your arrival at the airport, make your own way to your hotel and then enjoy your first day in the city at your own leisure. At 07:45 pm p/up at the hotel and reach Via del Teatro Marcello. Our local expert guide will lead you to discover the wonders of the Eternal City, charming by day - absolutely romantic at sunset.
Starting from High Season 2025 the evening walking tour in Rome will be replaced by a full-day Hop On Hop Off bus ticket.
Duration: 2 hours
Accommodation included:
Overnight in Rome - Hotel St. Martin 4* or similar
Day 2: ROME>NAPLES (until March 2025)>POMPEII>SORRENTO
Stop At: Pompeii Archaeological Park, Porta Marina (via Villa dei Misteri), Pompeii 80045 Italy
After breakfast, departure by coach heading south. Arrival in Naples and short
panoramic tour climbing up to Vomero hill to enjoy beautiful
views over the Gulf of Naples. Descending towards the port of Mergellina,you will leave the city and travel south towards Mount Vesuvius and once you reach the town of Pompeii, you will
have lunch with authentic Neapolitan pizza! After lunch, enjoy one of the most important archaeological sites in the world: the ruins
of Pompeii.
Visit the haunting ruins of Pompeii, traveling back in time to 79 AD when the silent Mount Vesuvius suddenly erupted.
After the visit, head to Sorrento, enjoy a pleasant dinner and your overnight stay.
Duration: 8 hours
Meals included:
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Accommodation included:
Overnight in Sorrento - Hotel Michelangelo 4* or similar
Day 3: Sorrento > Capri > Sorrento
Stop At: Blue Grotto, Via Grotta Azzurra, Anacapri 80071 Italy
After breakfast, get ready for an exciting excursion to the
island of Capri: one of the most exclusive summer destinations
of the Mediterranean! Depending on weather and
sea conditions, you will admire the dreamy Blue Grotto on a
small rowboat. Afterward, enjoy lunch at a local restaurant
and then roam the island at your own pace. Once back on
the mainland, return to the hotel for dinner and your last
overnight in Sorrento.
Duration: 8 hours
Meals included:
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Accommodation included:
Overnight in Sorrento - Hotel Michelangelo 4* or similar
Day 4: Sorrento > Palermo (Overnight on ferry boat)
Stop At: Molo Carlo Pisacane, Piazzale Molo Carlo Pisacane, 1, 80133 Napoli NA, Italy
Breakfast at your hotel, then spend a leisurely morning exploring
Sorrento. In the afternoon, you will reach the port
of Naples, where you will board on the Tirrenia/Snav ferry
to Palermo. Let the waves rock you to sleep. Dinner and
breakfast are not included on the ferry.
Meals included:
Breakfast
Day 5: Palermo
Stop At: Cattedrale di Palermo, Corso Vittorio Emanuele, Palermo 90040 Italy
Arrive in Palermo and transfer to your hotel. That night, have
dinner in the hotel and rest up for the adventure that lies
ahead.
Duration: 5 hours
Meals included:
Dinner
Accommodation included:
Overnight in Palermo at Hotel Mercure 4* or similar
Day 6: Palermo
Stop At: Cattedrale di Palermo, Corso Vittorio Emanuele, Palermo 90040 Italy
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel, and then head out on a morning
excursion to Monreale, recently included on the UNESCO
World Heritage List, an ancient royal town famous for its
almonds, olive oil and citrus fruits, as well as for its fine Norman
architecture. Visit the elaborate Cathedral of Monreale
and then enjoy some shopping of local delicatessen and
souvenirs. Back to Palermo and continue with a walking tour
of the city. Wander the streets of the Old Town, hearing tales
of Palermo’s 3,000-year history and discovering attractions
like Palermo Cathedral. Walk inside the impressive-looking
place of worship and marvel at its arches, cupolas and mosaics
- with an incredible mix of influences coming from
several dominations on the island. Enjoy free time in the
late afternoon and return to your hotel for dinner. Overnight.
Duration: 5 hours
Meals included:
Breakfast
Dinner
Accommodation included:
Overnight in Palermo at Hotel Mercure 4* or similar
Day 7: Palermo > Erice > Saline della Laguna > Agrigento
Stop At: Borgo Storico Erice, Via Salerno, Erice 91016 Italy
Early breakfast and departure to Erice, a medieval village stacked into the side of Monte San Giuliano. Many say that little has changed in the village since the sixth century, and its labyrinth-like twist of lanes is perfect for a cool and pleasant morning amble.Continue to visit the Saline ,an extraordinary lagoon, where history, nature, archeology find a perfect synthesis and allow the visitor to try different, unique and charming experiences.
Have a nice boat trip to the islands, located nearby. The tour of the natural reserve of the "Stagnone di Marsala" is a one of a kind archaeological and naturalistic experience. Board on these special boats, designed ad hoc to be able to navigate in the lagoon bottoms that at low tide reach only 25 cm. With a helpful audioguide, you will admire all the islands of the lagoon of the Stagnone up close, remaining comfortably seated in the boat, sailing at a speed of 4 knots. You will pass from the Island of Mozia, Isola Lunga, Isola di Schola, from the Ancient Via Punica Sommersa. After this wonderful experience enjoy your lunch in a restaurant by the lagoon. Return to your coach and travel to Agrigento, your final destination of the day. Visit Ancient Greek monuments and ruins at the Valley of Temples (entrance included) - a UNESCO World Heritage site - and learn about archaeological relics like the Classical Temple of Concord the Temple of Hercules; the Temple of Jupiter, one of the largest Doric-style buildings. Check in to your hotel in the evening. Dinner and overnight.
Duration: 8 hours
Meals included:
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Accommodation included:
Overnight in Agrigento at Hotel Della Valle 4* or similar
Day 8: Agrigento > Ragusa Ibla > Ragusa
Stop At: Terra Iblea, Via Giovan Battista Odierna, 5, Ragusa 97100 Italy
Breakfast at the hotel and travel to Piazza Armerina, historic town nestled into the heart of Sicily. Entrance in Villa Romana del Casale to admire the largest, richest and most complex Roman mosaics in the world. It is one of the many UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Italy since 1997. The mosaics spread over 3,500 sqm show mythological scenes and portrayals of daily life (until March 2024). Depart to Ragusa and visit of the enchanting historical centre “Ibla”, with its stunning baroque palaces and churches; together with other seven cities in the Val di Noto, Ragusa is listed among the UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Visit the old gate of San Giorgio, the Giardini Iblei and then walk to Piazza Pola where we will visit the church of San Giuseppe: a little gem. Be enchanted by the elegant Cathedral of San Giorgio, the Church of the Souls in Purgatory and the magnificent Cosentini palace, one of the most interesting Late Baroque palaces in Sicily! Arrive in hotel, dinner and overnight.
Duration: 8 hours
Meals included:
Breakfast
Dinner
Accommodation included:
Overnight in Ragusa at Hotel Poggio del Sole 4* or similar
Day 9: Ragusa > Noto > Siracusa > Taormina
Stop At: Noto Antica, Strada Provinciale 64, Monte Alveria, Noto 96017 Italy
Breakfast at the hotel and travel to Noto, a picturesque fishing town popular for its stately Baroque architecture. Visit Cathedral of San Nicolò, recently restored after a earthquake, and then have a nice walk in the town’s center. Continue along the south coast to Syracuse, on Sicily’s southeastern tip. Visit “Parco Archeologico della Neapolis”, Syracuse’s famous archaeological area, home to a vast collection of Greek and Roman ruins from all over Sicily. Head inside to see impressive landmarks such as the Greek Theater, the Roman Amphitheater and the Ear of Dionysius - an artificial limestone cave (until March 2024). After the visit, cross one of the city’s bridges for a visit to the island of Ortygia - the most ancient part of Syracuse - home to a wealth of Baroque churches and medieval palaces. In the late afternoon arrive in Taormina, check in to your hotel and enjoy dinner.
Duration: 8 hours
Meals included:
Breakfast
Dinner
Accommodation included:
Overnight in Taormina at Hotel Olimpo le Terrazze 4* or similar
Day 10: Taormina
Stop At: Ancient Theatre of Taormina, Via del Teatro Greco, 1, Taormina 98039 Italy
Breakfast at your hotel and then head off to Mount Etna, the largest active volcano in Europe and the highest mountain in Italy. Learn about volcanic activity and marvel at the old lava fields and black magma rock that comprises Etna’s landscape. If weather permits, you have a chance to climb to the summit (1800 m). After, return to Taormina, the beautiful and romantic town located on Mount Tauro. Return to Taormina in the afternoon and spend the rest of your day at leisure. Dinner (included until March 2024)and overnight.
Duration: 8 hours
Meals included:
Breakfast
Dinner
Accommodation included:
Overnight in Taormina at Hotel Olimpo le Terrazze 4* or similar
Day 11: Taormina
Stop At: Ancient Theatre of Taormina, Via del Teatro Greco, 1, Taormina 98039 Italy
Enjoy one final breakfast before the tour comes to an end.
Meals included:
Breakfast
Schedule
- Reservations are REQUIRED for all bookings
- Book Your Package On-Line and Receive Your Confirmation
- Departure point: Detailed check-in instructions - including the address and parking information if applicable - will be included in your final confirmation email.
- Duration: 11 days (Approx.)
- Departure Time: 07:15 AM
What's Included
- Professional guide
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- 10 nights of accommodation in 4* hotels
- Onboard WiFi
- Walking tour of Rome at sunset
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- City tax
What To Bring
- Confirmation Voucher (printed or mobile)
- Any required or suggested items listed on your confirmation email.
- A Smile!
Hotel Pickup
Hotel pick-up is offered for this tour. Note: if you are booking within 24 hours of the tour/activity departure time, we cannot guarantee hotel pick-up. Once your purchase is complete, we will send you complete contact information (phone number, email address, etc.) for our local operator to organize pick-up arrangements.
Additional Info
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Each traveler is allowed a maximum of 1 suitcase and 1 carry-on bag. Oversized or excessive luggage (e.g. surfboards, golf clubs or bikes) may have certain restrictions, please inquire with the operator prior to travel to confirm if your excess luggage is acceptable
- If booking for three people in one transaction, you will be allocated a triple room. If you would prefer a combination of a double and single room, please make two separate bookings
- Rates do not includes city taxes. City tax will be paid directly at the reception hotel desk on arrival or checkout according to the local city board procedure. City tax will change according to hotel category
- Hotels are subject to availability at time of booking. In the rare event that the mentioned hotel is unavailable, you will be accommodated in another centrally located hotel of the same star rating
- Please note: for peak season - August and September - Day 2 and 3 - Hotel will be in the surroundings of Sorrento
- During peak season, visiting the Blue Grotto in Capri may involve long lines and limited capacity. If access is not possible, or the weather conditions do not allow it, our guides will suggest alternative attractions to ensure a satisfying and memorable tour (e.g. Faraglioni rocks).
- Please note that this itinerary has a very strict schedule and it is not suitable for travellers with mobility issues. For this reason, we do not encourage to book a group tour, rather an FIT package or a private tour (ask our team for a quotation!) to meet the travellers special needs.
- Operated by Gray Line I Love Rome by Carrani Tours
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