Tour Sicilian Secrets - 6 Days Of Sicily And Beach Holiday In Lam

Accommodation

Hotels Accommodation in charming 4 stars hotels mostly located in the city centers of the main Sicilian towns: Catania: Il Principe Hotel 4* or similar Palermo: Hotel Federico II 4* / Cristal Palace Hotel 4* or similar Hotels carefully selected for their location and design to combine tradition with comfort LAMPEDUSA 7 nights stay at Hotel Medusa Charme 4* or similar..

Guide

Multilingual Tour leader and professional travel guide* (English, Italian, Spanish) for the whole tour (from the evening of the 1st day to the evening of the 5th day) Local guides or audio-guides where necessary

Meals

Half board basis in hotels or local restaurants (dinner – 3 main courses fixe menu , beverages not included) to have a taste of Sicilian and Italian cuisine 1 lunch in Taormina on day 3 (fixed menu, beverages not included) and show-cooking Tasting of Sicilian typical products: Etna (day 3): visit of a beekeeping honey company and honey and typical Sicilian preserves tasting; Catania (day 4): tasting of Sicilian “granita & brioche”; Palermo (day 5): tasting of local street food LAMPEDUSA: Welcome cocktail. Half Board basis, typical Lampedusa menu. Special night with local menu and live music.

Transport

Gran Comfort bus (from the 2nd day to the 5th) Private transfer from Palermo Hotel to Palermo Airport. LAMPEDUSA Shuttle Bus from/to centre-beaches (scheduled timetable).

Others

Visit of the main suggestive Unesco World Heritage Sites: Syracuse, Noto, Etna, Catania city centre, Cefalù, Monreale, Palermo

Flights

Direct flight Palermo – Lampedusa (20 kg luggage included).

Not included:

Others

Transfer from Catania airport to Hotel in Catania All lunches except for the one on the day 3 Beverages Entrance fees at monuments/museums City taxes (where compulsory) Tips and extras in general Anything not specified under “The rates include”

Insurance

Assistance – Medical Expense Reimbursement – Luggage insurance – Travel Cancellation Expenses Insurance: on request

Optional

Extra fees entrances* Syracuse Archeological Park € 10,00 p.p. Syracuse Cathedral € 2,00 p.p. Noto Palazzo Nicolaci € 4,00 p.p. Taormina Greek theatre € 10,00 p.p. Monreale Cathedral € 4,00 p.p. Monreale Cloister € 6,00 p.p. Palermo Cappella Palatina € 10,00 p.p. Palermo Martorana Church € 2,00 p.p. Palermo Cathedral € 3,00 p.p. *to be confirmed

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Day 1 Day 1: Catania
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Catania

Arrive independently to the hotel in the charming city of Catania (optional private transfer on request). In the evening you will meet our tour-leader and your travel companions and enjoy a welcome dinner. Overnight in hotel.
Day 2 Day 2: Syracuse / Noto
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Syracuse / Noto

After breakfast in hotel we will visit Syracuse the most beautiful and greatest Greek colony in Sicily and World Heritage Site! The visit will start with the Archaeological Park of Neapolis, with its Greek Theatre, the Roman Amphitheatre, the Latomie of Paradise and the Ear of Dionysius. We will continue visiting the splendid Ortigia, a small island which is the historical centre of Syracuse. In Ortigia you will admire the beautiful Cathedral which dominates the square with its authoritative presence. Free time for lunch. Departure to Noto, the capital of Sicilian Baroque, famous for its fine buildings of the early eighteenth century and declared Unesco World Heritage Site. Inspired by Baroque ideals of “open city”, Noto is a rare masterpiece and the most clear example of theatrical tastes in 18th century architecture whose local limestone has been burnt gold by the sun. Noto’s Baroque is in fact a game of elegant curves, floral weaves, perspective views palaces and gardens, capitals and ornaments that adorn the facades of churches and monasteries. Back to Catania for dinner and overnight in hotel.
Day 3 Day 3: Etna / Taormina
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Etna / Taormina

This morning we will leave to visit Etna, the highest volcano in Europe and one of the largest and most active in the world, nowadays Unesco World Heritage Site. We will reach the “Crateri Silvestri”, small volcanic cones now inactive, surrounded by ancient lava flows. We will proceed to Taormina, charming town renowned for its magnificent position above the sea commanding a celebrated view of Etna. Lunch in a typical restaurant where you will assist to a show-cooking lesson of some typical Sicilian cuisine dishes. In the afternoon we will visit Taormina’s fascinating Greek theatre, and then you will have free time for a nice walk among the picturesque Medieval typical narrow streets, go shopping and looking around the local handycraft (coral jewels, precious laces, ceramics, sweets and much more). The day will end with an overview of the beautiful Riviera dei Ciclopi. Back to our hotel in Catania for dinner and overnight.
Day 4 Day 4: Catania / Cefalu
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Catania / Cefalu

Today we will visit the historical centre of Catania stated Unesco World Heritage Site, with its original Baroque style and its unique streets built with black lava stone. The walking tour will start across the “pescheria” (the ancient fish market) to reach the scenic Duomo square with its magnificent Cathedral and the famous “Liotru” statue, antique lava-stone elephant, symbol of the city. Not far from here we will reach University Square and we will have a walk along the splendid baroque Via dei Crociferi, the most representative 18th century street in Catania, where we will admire the famous S. Benedict Monastery, Unesco World Heritage Site. Before going on along the precious city center, we will stop in a historic bar of the city to taste the typical “granita & brioche”. Free time for lunch. Transfer to Cefalù, charming Medieval town situated at the northern coast of Sicily. We will visit its stunning Norman Dome and you will have free time to stroll through the town or to visit the famous and well-known Mandralisca Museum. We will proceed to Palermo for overnight. Dinner at the hotel or in a restaurant nearby.
Day 5 Day 5: Monreale / Palermo
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Monreale / Palermo

After breakfast in hotel, the morning will be spent visiting Monreale, its huge Norman Cathedral, proclaimed the Eighth Wonder of the World, and its splendid Cloister in Arab-Norman style. Later we will discover the stunning Palermo, one of the richest towns in the Island for its history and art. We will visit the wonderful Arab-Norman Cathedral, the astonishing Martorana Church and the amazing Cappella Palatina, mirable example from an historical and an artistic point of view, of how different cultures, religions and way of thinking apparently incompatible can coexist. Free time for lunch. Continuing our walk we will admire the Teatro Massimo and the debated fountain in Pretoria Square. Dinner and overnight in hotel.
Day 6 Day 6: Palermo / Lampedusa
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Palermo / Lampedusa

Breakfast in hotel and transfer to the airport. Direct flight to Lampedusa. Arrival, transfer, dinner and overnight in hotel.
Day 7 From Day 7 To Day 12: Lampedusa
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

From Day 7 To Day 12: Lampedusa

Welcome to Lampedusa, one of the most popular destinations for those who love sun, diving and wild nature! You will enjoy your stay on the beautiful Sicily’s southern island, part of Pelagie archipelago with Linosa and the rock of Lampione. This week is dedicated to relax, fun and well-being in a 4*hotel, just a few minutes from the centre, in half board basis. Lampedusa is located 210 km from the Sicilian coasts and only 152 km from the African coasts; it represents a border land between two continents, Africa and Europe, featuring both environmental characteristics.

You will spend your holiday immersed in the unspoiled nature, on enchanting sandy beaches with crystal clear water, discovering many coves and its beautiful seabeds by swim or simply relax in the sun. Do not miss the “Beach of the Rabbits”, considered the most beautiful in Italy, which overlooks the homonym islet; here the famous singer Domenico Modugno used to spend his holidays. The beach also hosts a Nature Reserve, chosen by the “Caretta Caretta” sea turtle as a safe place to lay eggs. In Lampedusa, nature is at its best, giving you breathtaking views during the whole stay, and also the chance to admire the stunning sunrises and sunsets over the sea.
Day 8 Day 6: Lampedusa
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Lampedusa

Breakfast in hotel, check-out. Transfer to the airport and end of our services.

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Sicilian Secrets - 6 Days Of Sicily And Beach Holiday In Lam

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Itinerary of your trip Sicilian Secrets - 6 Days Of Sicily And Beach Holiday In Lam

Day 1: Catania

Day 2: Syracuse / Noto

Day 3: Etna / Taormina

Day 4: Catania / Cefalu

Day 5: Monreale / Palermo

Day 6: Palermo / Lampedusa

From Day 7 To Day 12: Lampedusa

Day 6: Lampedusa

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