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SICILY TOURING

Ragusa
SPLENDOURS OF SICILY 10 DAYS *
$

PALERMO – SELINUNTE – FAVARA – RAGUSA – SYRACUSE – ETNA – CATANIA From 6059 per person twin share 18
Day 1: Palermo (D) Day 8: Syracuse to Etna Region (BL) 10 DAYS | PALERMO TO CATANIA
Arrive independently to your hotel in Palermo. Get to Depart Syracuse for Mt Etna, a slumbering giant that
know your fellow travellers at a welcome dinner and towers over the rugged surrounding landscape. Take in TRAVEL TYPE: Small group coach
sample some of Sicily’s sumptuous cuisine. the views from Rifugio Sapienza and have an opportunity DEPARTS: Selected dates (24 Mar – 27 Oct 24)
Day 2: Palermo to Selinunte (B) to ride the cable car for a closer look at its smouldering
Take to the streets and delve into Palermo’s fascinating craters. Then, travel to a local winery for an indulgent HIGHLIGHTS
anti-Mafia movement with a local guide. Visit the house lunch and wine pairing experience. Later, head to the
of anti-Mafia magistrate Paolo Borsellino. Then it’s on foothills of Etna where you will spend the next two nights. • Gain a unique insight into the city’s anti-Mafia
to Monreale, renowned for its Cathedral. Spend time Day 9: Etna Region (BD) movement on a guided walking tour of Palermo
admiring the architecture and stunning mosaics, before Today will be spent exploring the spectacular • Discover the fascinating history behind the
heading to Selinunte to stay the night. mountainside town of Taormina. There will be plenty of UNESCO World Heritage-listed Valley of Temples
Day 3: Selinunte to Favara (BL) time to indulge in some Sicilian dolce vita after a guided • Unlock the exotic and eclectic flavours of Sicilian
This morning, enjoy a culinary treat: sample a local farm’s visit to the dramatically situated ancient Greek theatre. cuisine with several unique tasting experiences
tasty olives, award-winning oil, and fresh breads. Head This evening share stories over a farewell dinner. INCLUDES
to Favara, with a stop in Mazara del Vallo to indulge Day 10: Etna Region to Catania (B)
in a delicious antipasti lunch that explores the Arabic Today the tour will ends Catania, but not before a • 9 nights boutique accommodation
influence on Sicilian cuisine. Visit the historic fishing port walking tour of the ancient port city. Visit the famous • Meals as specified
of Sciacca, which is known for its natural thermal springs fish market, and soak up the lively atmosphere. Pass by • Tours and admissions as per itinerary
and ceramics. Take the opportunity to visit a local ceramic Catania’s oldest cannoli shop for the chance to fill your • Experienced driver and tour leader
workshop and enjoy free time to explore before reaching own cannolo with ricotta cheese, the perfect way to end • Travel by premium air-conditioned mini coach
the hotel in Favara for an overnight stay. the tour. Not suitable for children under 13 yrs.
Day 4: Favara to Ragusa (B) (B = breakfast, L = lunch, D = dinner)
After breakfast travel to Agrigento to visit the Valley
of Temples. A local guide will reveal the history of
this enchanting archaeological site. Next, visit Piazza
Armerina’s Villa Romana del Casale, which contains one
of the largest collections of Roman mosaics in the world.
The day ends in the magnificent hilltop town of Ragusa,
home for the next two nights.
Day 5: Ragusa (B)
Start the day in indulgent style with a chocolate tasting
session in Modica. The gastronomic theme continues 1 Palermo
when you venture into the countryside for a fascinating Monreale Etna Region
lesson in cheese-making. Learn the secrets behind 2
creating the area’s famed provola ragusana cheese and Mt Etna Taormina
enjoy a tasting session before returning to Ragusa.
Day 6: Ragusa to Syracuse (BL)
Today, visit Noto and learn about almond cultivation with Mazara Del Vallo 1
a local expert. After indulging in an almond-themed lunch, Selinunte
travel to lovely Syracuse. Visit the ancient archaeological Sciacca Catania
park, home to the impressive Teatro Antico di Taormina,
with a local guide. This evening, enjoy free time relaxing Agrigento 1 Favara Piazza
at the hotel or exploring Syracuse’s ancient town centre, Armerina
Ortigia. Spend the next two nights in Syracuse.
2 Syracuse
Day 7: Syracuse (B)
Enjoy a free day in Syracuse. Perhaps spend your time
wandering the array of ancient temples. Lose yourself in Ragusa 2
the city’s winding streets, which open onto magnificent Noto
baroque piazzas, enticing boutique storefronts and
beautiful sea views. A visit to the stunning Piazza Duomo
is a must. START/FINISH
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* FROM PRICES ARE A GUIDE ONLY, subject to change and availability and are in New Zealand Dollars. Prices are per person twin share, unless otherwise specified and based on the lowest room category and travel in low season.
For full terms and conditions, refer to the Booking Conditions on the inside back cover of this brochure. 49