Ancient Sicily

Italy

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Tour length 15 days

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Discover ancient Sicily on this two-week tour of the captivating island. Join local expert, Antonio Marretta, to explore remains and ruins from Syracusa to Palermo and beyond. Unwind by the shores of the Ionian Sea, witness the beauty of iconic spots such as Taormina and tick bucket-list stops like Etna off your list. Along the way, indulge in classic Sicilian cuisine and local wine. Agrigento - Visit Sicily's most famous Classical remains in the Valley of the Temples with its remarkable Doric architecture. Syracusa - Discover the ancient ruins in the Neapolis Archaeological Park and the lanes and piazzas of Ortygia Island. Villa Romana del Casale - See some of the best-preserved mosaics left in Europe at this Roman villa.
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Tour ID 135857
Tour length 15 days
Language English
Group size 18
Age range 16 - 85

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Day 1: Join trip in Syracusa
Day 2: See Syracusa's historic Neapolis and Ortygia Island
Day 3: Drive via the Baroque city of Noto to Piazza Armerina
Day 4: Visit Villa Romana del Casale and the excavations at Morgantina
Day 5: Drive via Enna to Agrigento and visit the Valley of the Temples
Day 6: Visit the Turkish Steps and drive via Selinunte to Marsala
Day 7: Ferry to Mozia Island, free afternoon
Day 8: Explore beautiful Erice and Segesta en route to Palermo
Day 9: Excursion to the ruins at Solunto, afternoon free in Palermo
Day 10: Walking tour of Palermo and visit Monreale Cathedral
Day 11: Free day in Palermo with the chance to visit Zisa Palace
Day 12: Drive via the pretty fishing town of Cefalu to Giardini Naxos
Day 13: Visit Mount Etna explore Catania
Day 14: Explore Taormina and its Greek theatre
Day 15: Trip ends in Giardini Naxos

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