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The island of
Sicily is well worth a visit. Spend a week to discover why the
Sicilians consider themselves a country in their own right.
Beginning and ending in Palermo, you'll travel around the island
to visit quaint hilltop villages, the seaside resort of Taormina,
Mt Etna (one of four active volcanoes in Italy) and unearth the
link between ancient Greek and Roman civilisations at Agrigento.
You won't be able to escape without being treated to traditional
Sicilian hospitality either, be prepared to taste some of the
best food and wine you've ever imagined with a Sicilian twist.
All these highlights along with
city sightseeing are included in
your tour price!
Included
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Taormina: See the
Greco-Roman amphitheatre.
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Mt. Etna: See the Volcano.
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Ragusa Ibla: Visit the old
town.
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Noto: Visit the UNESCO World
Heritage city to see the
baroque architecture.
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Catania: Visit the historic
town.
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Piazza Armerina: Entrance to
the Roman Villa to see the
famous mosaics
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Agrigento: Entrance to the
Valley of the Temples
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Monreale: Visit the Norman
Cathedral and Abbey
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Monreale: Enjoy the
fantastic views overlooking
the valley.
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Monreale: Wine tasting in
the cellars of one of
Sicily's oldest wineries
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Mondello: Visit this seaside
town
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Palermo: Local guided tour
of the city
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Palermo: See the amazing
Baroque monuments.
Accomodations
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6 nights in superior class
hotels
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Accommodation based on your
choice of twin or
triple-share with private
facilities
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6 Continental breakfasts
(B), 1 snack lunch (SL), 4
three-course dinners (D) –
as per itinerary
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Hotel tips, local taxes and
service charges
Contiki
Difference
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Experienced, professional
Tour Manager and Driver
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Modern air-conditioned coach
with reclining seats
Day 1 Depart for Europe
Your exciting European trip begins.
Day 2 Arrive Palermo
Make your own way to the hotel in Palermo. This evening meet
your Tour Manager and fellow travellers at 6.00pm for a welcome
meeting and dinner, later head into town to discover the local
nightlife.
Day 3 Palermo to Acireale
Today's journey takes us to the chic seaside resort of Taormina
where you will be able to see the Greco-Roman amphitheatre, take
time for lunch and enjoy the stunning coastal views before we
depart for Mt Etna. Why not take a funicular ride to 2,500
metres (conditions permitting) to the very top of this active
volcano?
Day 4 Acireale
Ragusa Ibla is our first stop this morning where we explore the
narrow winding alleyways of the old town. Then it's on to Noto,
the UNESCO World Heritage city famed for it's stunning Sicilian
Baroque architecture. Tonight, the opportunity for dinner in the
historic town of Catania.
Day 5 Acireale to Porto Empedocle
Today we visit Piazza Armerina, a large Roman villa famed for
its mosaics. Later we continue on to the Valley of the Temples
to view the amazingly preserved Greek temples from the 5th
century BC.
Day 6 Porto Empedocle to Palermo
This morning we make our way to Monreale for free time and to
visit the Abbey. Later, a chance to taste some Sicilian wine in
a local winery. In the afternoon we relax on the beach before
returning to Palermo.
Day 7 Palermo
Our local guide will take us back in time as we discover
Palermo's history. With plenty of free time you can visit the
local markets or one of the city's many museums, maybe take in a
traditional Sicilian puppet show. Tonight join us for a final
farewell dinner.
Day 8 Depart Palermo
Time to swap addresses and say farewell to your new-found
friends as your tour ends after breakfast.
Tour Code BBST
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Tour starts in Palermo
and ends in Palermo
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Single supplement
available
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Triple share reduction
5%
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Start Date |
End Date |
Price (USD) |
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May. 16, 2008 |
May. 23, 2008 |
$999.00 |
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May. 30, 2008 |
Jun. 06, 2008 |
$999.00 |
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Jun. 13, 2008 |
Jun. 20, 2008 |
$999.00 |
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Jun. 27, 2008 |
Jul. 04, 2008 |
$999.00 |
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Jul. 11, 2008 |
Jul. 18, 2008 |
$1,049.00 |
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Jul. 25, 2008 |
Aug. 01, 2008 |
$1,049.00 |
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Sep. 05, 2008 |
Sep. 12, 2008 |
$999.00 |
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Sep. 19, 2008 |
Sep. 26, 2008 |
$999.00 |
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Oct. 03, 2008 |
Oct. 10, 2008 |
$999.00 |
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