Fantastic Sicily Tour 2027
Tour Essentials
6 breakfasts, 5 dinners, plus a winery light lunch and wine tasting in Marsala
Tour Details
This itinerary is one of those rare combinations that feels both polished and generous. It brings together Sicily’s major cultural icons, dramatic landscapes and food-and-wine traditions, while still allowing clients to enjoy the comfort and style that make a journey feel special rather than rushed.
What gives the tour its real appeal is the balance: Palermo and Monreale for history, Erice and Marsala for atmosphere and wine, Agrigento for archaeology, Ragusa and Noto for baroque beauty, Mount Etna for pure drama, and finally Taormina, where the journey closes in one of Italy’s most admired settings.
For travellers looking for excellent value without sacrificing quality, this is a very strong Sicilian program — rich in atmosphere, rewarding in content, and comfortably paced from beginning to end.
Inclusions
- 6 nights accommodation in 4-star hotels
- 6 breakfasts, 5 dinners, plus 1 light lunch and wine tasting in Marsala
- Guided touring in Palermo and Agrigento
- Monreale Cathedral entrance ticket
- Valley of the Temples entrance tickets
- Mount Etna excursion
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1: Palermo (D)
Arrive in Palermo and make your way independently to the hotel. Take time to relax and settle in. In the evening, enjoy your welcome dinner at the hotel, preparing for the journey ahead.
Overnight stay in Palermo.
Day 2: Palermo > Monreale > Palermo (B, D)
Start the day with an excursion to Monreale, famous for its Norman architecture and beautiful Cathedral, now a UNESCO site. Enjoy some time shopping for local delicacies.
Return to Palermo for a walking tour of the historic center. Discover the city’s diverse influences through its palaces, churches, and vibrant streets. Visit the Cathedral, with its blend of styles and rich history.
Free time in the afternoon.
Dinner and overnight in Palermo.
Day 3: Palermo > Erice > Marsala (Light Lunch & Wine Tasting) > Agrigento (B, L, D)
Travel to Erice, a well-preserved medieval village with ancient charm. Continue to Marsala for a light lunch and wine tasting in a traditional winery. After this flavorful experience, head to Agrigento.
Visit the Valley of the Temples, a UNESCO site, and explore ruins like the Temple of Concord, Hercules, and Jupiter.
Check in to your hotel.
Dinner and overnight in Agrigento.
Day 4 Agrigento > Ragusa Ibla > Ragusa (B, D)
Depart for Ragusa and explore its historic center, Ragusa Ibla. Stroll through Giardini Iblei and admire stunning Baroque architecture.
Highlights include the Church of San Giuseppe, the Cathedral of San Giorgio, and Cosentini Palace. This area is part of the UNESCO-listed Val di Noto.
After your walking tour, check in at the hotel.
Dinner and overnight stay in Ragusa.
Day 5 Ragusa > Noto > Siracusa > Taormina (B, D)
Begin with a visit to Noto, known for its elegant Baroque buildings and the restored Cathedral of San Nicolò.
Continue to Syracuse and explore Ortygia Island, the city’s ancient core, rich in medieval and Baroque treasures.
Later in the afternoon, arrive in Taormina. Check-in to your central hotel in Taormina and enjoy dinner.
Overnight stay in Taormina.
Day 6 Taormina > Mount Etna > Taormina (B)
Venture to Mount Etna, Europe’s largest active volcano. Learn about its geology and explore its lunar-like landscape of lava fields and craters.
Weather permitting, reach up to 1,800 meters for breathtaking views.
Return to Taormina in the afternoon and enjoy free time to explore or relax in this romantic hilltop town.
Overnight stay.
Day 7 Taormina (B)
After breakfast, your Sicilian adventure comes to an end.
Departure on your own and end of services.
Tour Highlights
- Guided tour in Palermo and Agrigento
- Cathedral of Monreale with included entrance ticket
- Valley of the Temples with included entrance tickets
- Historic cellar visit with light lunch and wine tasting in Marsala
- Mount Etna excursion through Sicily’s volcanic landscapes
- Baroque Sicily through Ragusa Ibla, Noto and Siracusa
- A stylish finish in Taormina, one of Sicily’s most admired resort towns
Accommodation
This program combines proven 4-star hotels with a route that finishes in Taormina, giving clients the pleasure of ending the journey somewhere genuinely special. The accommodation profile supports both comfort and value, with well-located bases that suit the rhythm of the itinerary.
- Palermo: Hotel Mercure Palermo Centro (4-star)
- Agrigento: Hotel Della Valle (4-star)
- Ragusa: Hotel Poggio del Sole (4-star)
- Taormina: Hotel Splendid (4-star)
Hotels listed are indicative of the expected standard. Where changes are necessary, alternatives of comparable quality will be used.
Tour Notes
Physical Requirements
Low to moderate: walking tours in historic centres and archaeological sites with uneven surfaces and steps; comfortable footwear recommended.
Exclusions
- Arrival transfer in Palermo (Day 1 arrival is independent)
- Departure transfer from Taormina (Day 7 departure is independent)
- City tax (payable directly at hotels)
- Drinks with meals unless specifically included
- Any optional visits or personal expenses not clearly listed as included
- Travel insurance
General Notes
- Small Group Tour – 25 passengers and under
- This itinerary combines strong cultural touring with food, wine and a final stay in Taormina
- Hotels listed may change, but alternatives will be of a similar standard
Cancellations
For information related to cancellations and any associated costs, please refer to our Terms & Conditions.
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