10 days tour

Sicilian Escape With Malta

Sicilian Escape With Malta

This tour includes:

Hygieneprotocol

The health and safety of our guests remains our top priority and while we highly recommend that travellers are vaccinated against COVID-19, after 1 March, 2023 , we will no longer require it. Destinations and other transportation operators โ€“ like airlines โ€“ have their own rules and regulations. It will be up to the responsibility of our guests to understand and comply with those policies to move freely across the globe. The Globus family of brands previous policy โ€“ requiring all guests be vaccinated against COVID-19 โ€“ remains in effect until 1 March, 2023 . Anyone travelling before that date on a Globus, Cosmos or Avalon Waterways holiday must be fully vaccinated. ------------------------------------------------------------------- The following requirements are in place traveling Internationally and domestically beginning Sept. 1, 2021: - Full vaccination against COVID-19 in the form of written documentation (paper or electronic copy), in English. Vaccination documentation must include information that identifies the person and vaccination date(s). Proof of full vaccination must show that official vaccination dose(s) were administered at least 14-days prior to the start of your first service purchased from the Globus family of brands. Globus accepts vaccines authorized or recognized by the World Health Organization (WHO), Centers for Disease Control (CDC), European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC). Travelers may encounter additional requirements if their vaccine is not recognized by the travel destination. - For children who do not qualify for vaccination, one of the two forms of documentation are required to travel: 1) Verifiable negative COVID-19 test result in the form of written documentation (paper or electronic copy), in English. Testing must be performed by an entity recognized by your government of residence, using a viral test (NAAT/PCR or antigen). The test result documentation must include information that identifies the person, a specimen collection date and the type of test. A negative test result must show the test was done within 72 hours before the start of your first service purchased from the Globus family of brands. 2) If you recovered from COVID-19 in the last three months, and have met the criteria to end isolation, you may travel instead with documentation of recovery, which includes a positive test result and a letter from your health care provider that states you have been cleared to end isolation (return to work, travel, etc.) The test result documentation and letter must include information that identifies the person, a specimen collection date and the type of test. A positive test result must show test was done within 3 months of the start of your first service purchased from the Globus family of brands. A SAFE & WARM WELCOME: We will enact new tour check-in procedures and pre-trip health screenings to offer guests a safe start to their journey, including adherence to social distancing requirements. BLENDING CULTURAL PROXIMITY WITH SOCIAL DISTANCE: We will ensure safe distances for our guests throughout the journey, on coach and during excursions. This includes providing masks for our guests use at any time where social proximity could be an issue as well as the possibility of reducing group sizes, if required. And wireless listening technologyโ€”including our Go Beyond Devices in Europeโ€”enables safe distances between our guests and other travelers on excursions. FOCUS ON GUEST AND TEAM MEMBER HEALTH: To ensure a healthy environment for our team and our guests, we will conduct regular temperature checks for both guests and our team, and when necessary, masks will be worn by our team when with guests. TOUCHING HEARTS, NOT HANDS: Traveling with the Globus family of brands removes many of the โ€œtouch pointsโ€ of travel, including luggage handling, check in/out, expedited entry into attractions and more. We are further reducing risk with hands-free services, including all self-services replaced by staff, including buffet meals replaced with table service. We will also ensure hand sanitizing is available throughout each trip, on coach and in hotels. COMMITMENT TO CLEAN: As a part of our commitment to clean, we are requiring enhanced cleaning procedures with our hotel partners, on our motorcoaches, vehicles and throughout every trip, including additional daily disinfecting procedures that go above-and-beyond our already strict health and safety procedures. PARTNERS IN DISCOVERY AND IN HEALTH: The Globus family of brands has strict health and safety protocols, which have been in place for years, focused on ensuring all aspects of our operationโ€”from vehicles and equipment used on trip to excursions and hotel procedures. This process will continue with new, elevated health and safety checks, to maintain our promise that each touch-point of our tours and cruises are considered in our commitment to guest and team member well-being.

Others

All sightseeing and activities stated as included.

Guide

Local guide

Flights

Intra-vacation flight included. *** All other flights are not included.

Meals

Breakfast daily, 1 lunch, 2 dinners

Accommodation

9 nights accommodation

Transport

Motorcoach; Sea Cruise

Not included:

Others

Other activities and services are not included.

Insurance

Insurance is not included.

Optional

Other activities and services are not included.

Start planning your experience

Itinerary of your trip Sicilian Escape With Malta

  • Day 1 Day 1: Arrive In Palermo, Italy
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Arrive In Palermo, Italy

      Welcome to Palermo! At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and traveling companions for a welcome dinner at the hotel. (D)

  • Day 2 Day 2: Palermo
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Palermo

      Sicilian Specialties PALERMO Guided sightseeing includes the Church of Immacolata, and a visit to the cathedral. Drive up to Monreale for a panoramic view of the Conca dโ€™Oro and visit the Norman Cathedral. (B)

      TOUR HIGHLIGHT
      The story of the splendid Monreale cathedral starts when the Arabs took control of Palermo. They transformed the cathedral into a mosque and banished the Bishop of Palermo from town. Not wishing to venture too far from his beloved cathedral, the Bishop settled in a small village in the hills overlooking Palermo, the site of modern-day Monreale. There, he built a modest church to keep the flame of local Christian worship alive. Today the cathedral is known for its stunning mosaics that cover an area of over 64.500sq ft.
  • Day 3 Day 3: Palermoโ€“Agrigento
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Palermoโ€“Agrigento

      Timeless Temples AGRIGENTO Take a guided walking tour of the Valley of Temples. (B,D) 87 mi / 140 km

      TOUR HIGHLIGHT
      ANCIENT ARCHAEOLOGY The ruins of Akragas remain Sicilyโ€™s most amazing archaeological site. The impressively well-preserved Tempio della Concordia sits in spectacular setting upon a ridge where it served as a beacon for homecoming sailors and today draws enthralled visitors to revel in the remarkable Valley of the Temples.
  • Day 4 Day 4: Agrigentoโ€“Piazza Armerinaโ€“Syracuse
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: Agrigentoโ€“Piazza Armerinaโ€“Syracuse

      Ancient Artistry In Sicily PIAZZA ARMERINA Take a guided visit of the Villa Romana del Casale with the largest and most complex collection of Roman mosaics in the world. (B) 162 mi / 260 km

      TOUR HIGHLIGHT
      ART & ARCHITECTURE Explore the extraordinary example of Roman power in one of the most luxurious villas of its kind in the Italian countryside. Marvel at the magnificently preserved mosaics that embellish the Villa Romana del Casale, designed and installed by African mosaic workers and the strength of the Roman influence and power throughout the Mediterranean region.
  • Day 5 Day 5: Syracuseโ€“Cataniaโ€“Taormina Riviera
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5: Syracuseโ€“Cataniaโ€“Taormina Riviera

      Coastal Treasures SYRACUSE Guided visit to the Greek and Roman ruins of the Archaeological Park features the Greek Theatre and the Roman Amphitheater.
      CATANIA Arancino tasting and free time on the way to Taormina Riviera. (B) 75 mi / 120 km

      LOCAL FAVORITE
      LOCAL TASTES Sicilyโ€™s love affair with food goes back a long way. Cooking traditions originating from the Greeks, Arabs, and Normans blend with those from Spain and North Africa resulting in a fabulous melting pot of flavors and unique dishes. Celebrate this feast of cultures with a traditional arancino tasting one of Sicilyโ€™s most famous street food.
  • Day 6 Day 6: Taormina Riviera
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 6: Taormina Riviera

      The Pearl of the Mediterranean TAORMINA RIVIERA Guided excursion to Mount Etna. Orientation walk through Taormina town and free time. Dinner at a local restaurant. (B,D)

      TOUR HIGHLIGHT
      NATURAL WONDER Mount Etna, Europeโ€™s tallest volcano and one of the most active in the world. Learn how in 1669, an eruption that lasted 112 days developed a record long stream of lava that destroyed the city of Catania.
  • Day 7 Day 7: Catania-La Valletta, Maltaโ€“St. Julian
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 7: Catania-La Valletta, Maltaโ€“St. Julian

      Gardens and a Grand Harbor CATANIA Fly to La Valletta airport.
      LA VALLETTA Orientation walk includes the Barakka Gardens. (B)

      TOUR HIGHLIGHT
      HISTORIC SPOT Welcome to the marvelous sights of Malta with an overnight stay in St. Julian. Named for the patron Saint that bears his name, this seaside town is rich with history and lovely views of the rocky stretch along the promenade.
  • Day 8 Day 8: St. Julian
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 8: St. Julian

      Home of Giants
      ST. JULIAN Free day to explore the city. (B)

      ENHANCED FREE TIME
      EXPLORE MORE with a visit to the little island of Gozo homeโ€™s oldest freestanding structures in the world: the 5,500-year-old complex of the Ggantija Temples. Locals claim the site was built by giants, hence the name โ€œGgantija.โ€


      TOUR HIGHLIGHT
      CULTURAL GEM When the capital city was moved out of Mdina, the city was left uninhabited so people started to consider it a ghost town and the โ€œsilent cityโ€ nickname was born. This name is still fitting today as there are many signs around the city urging to be silent and no cars are allowed in the city.
  • Day 9 Day 9: St. Julian: Excursion To Rabatโ€“Mosta & Mdina
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 9: St. Julian: Excursion To Rabatโ€“Mosta & Mdina

      Catacombs & Silent Cities
      RABAT Stop in the city famous for its catacombs
      MOSTA Take pictures of the stunning Roman Catholic church with a unique architectural history.
      MDINA Walk through the โ€œSilent Cityโ€ and take in views of the ancient walls followed by a glass blowing demonstration.
      Farewell dinner at local restaurant. (B,D)
  • Day 10 Day 10: St. Julian
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 10: St. Julian

      Safe travels until we meet again! Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (B)
+7
Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Basic

Almost everyone is fit for these activities. Every hike or physical exercise last less than 30 minutes, such as paragliding and horseback riding. Please ask about specific conditions.

Age range

Age range

Min: 5 / Max: 80

Age range allowed for this experience.

Select a country to define if the visa is required