8 Days Private Sicily Highlights Tour from Catania

Overview

Day by day itinerary

1. 1ARRIVAL AND EVENING TAORMINA FOOD & WINE TOUR⌄

   Arrive at Catania–Fontanarossa Airport, where your driver will greet you and assist with your luggage. Enjoy a comfortable private transfer to your hotel in Taormina, a scenic journey along Sicily’s stunning east coast. Upon arrival, check into your four-star accommodation and relax before your evening activities.

   In the evening, join your local guide for a Food & Wine walking tour through Taormina’s charming streets (available only if your flight arrives earlier in the day). Travelers arriving late in the evening will skip this activity.

   Overnight: Overnight stay at Hotel Ariston or similar four star hotel in Taormina, centrally located with modern comforts.

2. 2TAORMINA WALKING TOUR & GREEK THEATRE VISIT & GODFATHER VS MAFIA TOUR WITH PASTA LUNCH⌄

   Start your morning with a scenic drive to the mountain villages of Savoca and Forza d’Agrò, filming locations of The Godfather. Visit iconic sites such as Bar Vitelli, learn about the movie’s history and local mafia legends, and enjoy a relaxed pasta lunch with seasonal Sicilian dishes on a panoramic terrace.

   Join your local guide for a walking tour through Taormina’s charming streets. Discover its Greek, Roman, and Norman heritage and visit the famous Ancient Greek Theatre with spectacular coastal views.

   Meals: Breakfast: Breakfast at your hotel before the day’s activities.

   Overnight: Overnight stay at Hotel Ariston or similar four star hotel in Taormina, centrally located and comfortable.

3. 3ETNA TRIP UNTIL 1900/3000 MT WITH LUNCH IN ETNA WINERY⌄

   Begin your adventure with a guided Jeep tour through Etna’s landscapes. Explore ancient lava flows, walk on extinct craters, and discover a lava cave with helmets and lights provided. Enjoy panoramic views over the Valle del Bove and learn about the volcano’s fascinating geology and eruptions.

   After your Etna experience, continue to a renowned winery on the northern slope of Mount Etna. Enjoy a guided wine tasting featuring locally produced wines paired with a traditional Sicilian light lunch of regional products. Take in peaceful vineyard views while learning about the winemaking process and Etna’s volcanic soil.

   Meals: Breakfast: Breakfast at hotel · · Lunch: Lunch and wine tasting at a scenic Etna winery featuring volcanic wines and traditional Sicilian dishes.

   Overnight: Overnight stay at Hotel Ariston or similar four star hotel in Taormina, centrally located and relaxing.

4. 4NOTO WALKING TOUR WITH SEAFOOD LUNCH IN MARZAMEMI & TRANSFER TO SYRACUSE⌄

   Enjoy a guided walking tour through Noto, a UNESCO World Heritage site and jewel of Sicilian Baroque architecture. Stroll along elegant streets lined with golden limestone buildings, visit the Cathedral, and sample the famous Modica chocolate.

   Continue to the charming seaside village of Marzamemi, known for its colorful fishing boats and relaxed Mediterranean atmosphere. Enjoy a fresh seafood lunch in a traditional family-run taverna overlooking the sea before transferring to Syracuse.

   Meals: Breakfast: Breakfast at hotel ·

   Overnight: Overnight stay at Hotel Livingston or similar four star hotel in Syracuse, near Ortigia’s historic center.

5. 5SYRACUSE & ORTIGIA⌄

   Meet your local guide and explore Ortigia, the historic heart of Syracuse. Discover the ancient Apollo Temple, stroll along Via Cavour, and admire the Archimede Fountain and Jewish Quarter. Visit the stunning Duomo Square and learn about local life, traditions, and history in one of Italy’s most beautiful old towns.

   Discover the Archaeological Park of Neapolis, featuring the Greek Theatre, Roman Amphitheatre, and the Ear of Dionysius.

   Meals: Breakfast: Breakfast at hotel ·

   Overnight: Overnight stay at Hotel Livingston or similar four star hotel in Syracuse, near Ortigia’s seafront.

6. 6GUIDED VISIT OF TEMPLE VALLEY IN AGRIGENTO, LUNCH & TRANSFER TO PALERMO⌄

   Depart Syracuse and travel to Agrigento, home to the magnificent Valley of the Temples, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Join your licensed guide for a 2-hour tour through the ancient ruins of Doric temples dedicated to Zeus, Hera, and Concordia — some of the best-preserved Greek remains in the world.

   After visiting the archaeological site, enjoy a relaxing lunch in a local taverna featuring seasonal Sicilian dishes, then continue your scenic drive to Palermo, the island’s lively capital. Check in to your centrally located hotel and enjoy a free evening to explore.

   Meals: Breakfast: Breakfast at hotel ·

   Overnight: Overnight stay at Hotel Politeama or similar four star hotel in Palermo, central and comfortable.

7. 7PALERMO WALKING TOUR⌄

   Discover the vibrant capital of Sicily on a guided walking tour of Palermo. Explore the city’s fascinating blend of Arab, Norman, and Baroque influences as you visit top landmarks including Martorana Church, Piazza Pretoria, Quattro Canti, and the Palermo Cathedral. Learn about local traditions, architecture, and daily life from your expert guide before enjoying a free evening in the city.

   Meals: Breakfast: Breakfast at hotel ·

   Overnight: Overnight stay at Hotel Politeama or similar four star hotel in Palermo, central and elegant.

8. 8DEPARTURE – TRANSFER TO PALERMO AIRPORT⌄

   Enjoy breakfast at your hotel before your driver transfers you to Falcone–Borsellino Airport in Palermo for your departing flight. Transfers are arranged according to your flight schedule, typically three hours before departure.

   Meals: Breakfast: Hotel breakfast before your private transfer to Palermo Falcone–Borsellino Airport.

   Overnight: No overnight stay included; tour ends after breakfast and airport transfer from your hotel.