Highlights of Sicily Private Tour from Catania

Highlights of Sicily Private 8 Days Tour from Catania

The tours has been enriched with several wine and food experiences, tasting of local specialties and several meals included as well as daily breakfast and dinner. 

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Itinerary

Day 1 - Catania, Taormina 

Upon arrival at Catania airport be greeted by your private driver, who will bring you to your charming hotel in Taormina. Once you are ready take an easy walk with your native local guide. He will reveal Taormina’s culture, architecture, natural and political history and tell stories about the Sicilian people and their traditions. Conquered by the Romans, Greeks, Arabs, Byzantines and Normans, Taormina boasts a rich and fascinating history and a robust mix of styles. Discover little streets and hidden corners that gives Taormina a special charm. Visit the Magnificent Greek Theatre and get immersed directly in the life of Your first destination.

Overnight in Taormina

Day 2 - Godfather,Mafia Tour with Lunch 

After breakfast meet your “mafia” guide in the lobby of your hotel and start a half-day trip to small antique villages Savoca and Forza d’Agro located on the mountains. See the places where the most famous scenes of Godfather movies were done and where started the love story of Michael and Apollonia. Find out the secrets of movie-making as well as true facts about mafia. Take refreshing aperitif in the most famous sicilian bar “Vitelli” and enjoy the lunch with typical seasonal food on extraordinary terrace. Be dropped off to your hotel, have some relaxation and be ready for sparkling Taormina at night.

Overnight in Taormina

Day 3 - Etna Mt. Tour with lunch in Etna Winery

On this day start your adventure with visit of Mt. Etna. Firstly, you will  reach the base camp Refuge Sapienza, located at 1,900 meters. See the marvelous extinct Silvestri craters and take souvenir pictures of the area. There is free time to walk on the old lava flows. Then continue ascent until 3000mt by cable car and Jeep to the main authorized craters area (optional). You will be accompanied by an English speaking Alpine Guide. A 45-minutes visit in this lunar landscape is memorable.After hiking continue your tour to panoramic Winery located on the slope of Etna famous for it’s unique vulcanic wines and organic food. After guided visit of estate and cellars enjoy wine tasting (at least 5 wines) with pairing cold appetizers and light lunch. Drop-off to your hotel and free evening in sparkling Taormina.

Overnight in Taormina

Day 4 - Val di Noto Tour, Syracuse 

After breakfast meet your private driver in the lobby and move to magnificent Noto. Enjoy an easy walk with local guide in town of UNESCO heritage – a jewel of baroque. While walking taste a famous Modica chocolate and sicilian ice-cream with extraordinary taste. After tour visit a family taverna for your fresh lunch. Be transferred to your charming hotel in Syracuse and enjoy this romantic town at night.

Overnight in Syracuse

Day 5 - Syracuse,Ortigia Walking Tour 

Meet your local guide in the lobby and start 2 hours walking tour of Ortigia, Syracuse’s old town. Admire the majesty of the Apollo Temple before heading down Via Cavour, one of the most colorful streets in Ortigia, where local artists and aristocrats like to spend their evenings. See the Archimede Fountain on the way to the city’s Jewish district that was founded in the 3rd century BC. When you reach Duomo Square, you’ll be at the heart of Ortigia. This is one of the most beautiful squares in Italy, and home of the stunning Duomo and the Church of St. Lucy. Your guide will also share with you a lot about lifestyle, traditions and habits of locals. Charm of this town is unforgettable. Free afternoon and evening to explore Syracuse on your own.

Overnight in Syracuse

Day 6 - Valley of Temples,Agrigento,Palermo 

It’s time to say goodbye to Syracuse and move towards Palermo passing ancient Temple Valley. Your driver will pick you up in Your hotel. After approx. 2 hours, you will reach the Temple Valley where Your local guide will wait for you for 2 hours of guided visit of this UNESCO heritage. After visit enjoy a fresh seasonal lunch in local taverna and continue driving to Palermo hotel. Time to relax and free evening in Sicilian capital.

Overnight in Palermo

Day 7 - Palermo

On this day discover the beauty of Palermo on this  Walking tour of Palermo. Meet the local guide at 10.00 in Your Hotel. The Tour, led by a local expert guide, explores the fascinating mixture of Sicily’s capital. Be ready to discover Authentic Palermitan area. Pass through Palermo old town and the most important highlights such as: Martorana Church, Piazza Pretoria, Quattro Canti & the Cathedral, listening the stories of your guide. Enjoy a Glass of typical Palermo wine and after tour relax with a free evening in Palermo.

Overnight in Palermo

Day 8 - Palermo,Departure 

After a buffet breakfast, private transfer to Palermo Airport. End of the tour and time to say bye bye Sicily. Possibility to extend your stay in Sicily with additional nights. 

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• 7 nights accommodation in double room a selected 4* Hotel

• All transportation with A/C Mercedes minivan / car

• Airport Meet & Greet with Private Transfers
  

• Daily Breakfast

• 4 Lunches at local farm / restaurants 

• Visit of a Winery and Wine Tasting at Mt. Etna 

• All other food and wine tastings mentioned in Itinerary
  

• Porterage at hotels

• Transfer in/out 

• Local guides where mandatory 

• Restaurant suggestion and reservation
  

Not Included : 

International flights 

Travel insurance 

All what not mentioned under "what's included"

Beverages

City tax where required

Entrance Tickets 

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Notes: 

The tour is completely private 

Possibility to extend the tour with pre and post night

Minimum 2 participants 

Guaranteed departures

The tour is suitable for couples, solo travellers,  seniors.