Southern Italy and Sicily
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The sun-kissed south and Sicily are the star attractions on this mesmerising southern Italy trip from Rome to Palermo. Taste local Sicilian wine on the slopes of snow-capped Mount Etna, learn about the ancient Greek heritage of Agrigento and get lost in the medieval cobbled streets of Erice.
Duration 10 days
Destination Palermo
Company Trafalgar
Availability From 16/04/2026 to 17/10/2026
Call 133 133
What's Included?
- Highlights
- 5 Dinner (D)9 Breakfast (B)Acireale: Daniela and her family will welcome you with the words 'Be My Guest' and treat you as a cherished family member
- She will tell you about her life on the farm and interesting information about the house and the lemon and orange groves
- Later, after a welcome drink, she will serve her home-cooked cuisine surrounded by the warmth of Sicilian hospitality
- Pompeii: Walk with a Local Specialist through the cobbled streets of this ill-fated town, frozen in time since the 1st century
- Capri: Join a Local Specialist for a guided walk through Capri’s elegant lanes and vibrant squares
- Hear how this island has long attracted artists, writers and Hollywood icons
- Visit historic landmarks and local boutiques, and discover how generations of islanders have lived alongside the glamour, from Roman emperors to the jet-set names of the 1950s and beyond
- Taormina: Visit the ancient Greek Amphitheatre with your Local Specialist
- Set on a cliff, open to the sky, take your seats and enjoy the view through the crumbling arches to Mount Etna
- Agrigento: A Local Specialist will lead you through the magnificent remains of the Greek colony in the Valley in the Temples
- See the massive Temple of Concord and clifftop Temple of Juno
- Erice: Led by your Travel Director, explore the quiet alleys of this ancient walled town, as if you've stepped into the Middle Ages
- See the medieval churches and marvel at the sea views from the gardens of the Castle of Venus
- Monreale: The sombre exterior of the cathedral at Monreale gives away few clues to the riches inside
- Step into a world where the walls glitter with 12th-century mosaics, the best of their kind in the world
- Palermo: Meet your host to learn about the civil anti-mafia movement while uncovering the lesser-known history of the ancient city of Palermo
- Your visit directly supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 10: Reduced Inequalities
- Explore Pompeii, Capri, Taormina, Agrigento and PalermoVisit the excavations at Pompeii, the ruins of the ancient Greek theatre at Taormina, the Valley of the Temples at Agrigento, Erice, Monreale CathedralView the fortress town of Enna and Palermo CathedralScenic Cruise to the Isle of Capri
- An expert Travel Director and professional DriverCherry-picked hotels, all tried and trustedAll porterage and restaurant gratuitiesAll hotel tips, charges and local taxesBreakfast daily and up to half of your evening mealsMust-see sightseeingAudio headsets for flexible sightseeingLuxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)Return cruise to the Isle of CapriOptional Experiences and free timeOn occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilised
Availability
- From 16/04/2026 to 17/10/2026
Visit Palermo
Day 1
Ciao Roma! The 'Eternal City' is yours to explore on your own before meeting your Travel Director and fellow travellers for dinner this evening.
Enjoy an orientation of this beautiful city, whose historic centre, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is renowned for its ancient ruins, grand monuments, statues and stunning fountains.
Day 2
From Rome, journey south to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Pompeii.
Your Local Specialist will take you on a walking tour of the excavations buried for centuries under a layer of volcanic ash after Mount Vesuvius erupted. See such sites as the Gymnasium, the Temple of Apollo and the impressive Basilica before continuing to your hotel in Sorrento.
Day 3
Take a ferry to Capri, the isle of sirens according to Greek mythology.
You’ll ascend to Capri town by funicular railway and see the famous Piazzetta during your guided walking tour with a Local Specialist. Spend some free time people-watching at one of the local cafes before returning to the mainland, where you can enjoy free time in Sorrento or perhaps choose to visit the famed town of Positano. Let the day's delightful discoveries sink in as you relax at dinner this evening.
Day 4
Drive south past Salerno and through Calabria, crossing the straits of Messina to Sicily and the beachside resort town of Giardini Naxos below Taormina.
This evening, enjoy dinner at your hotel.
Day 5
Your Local Specialist will take you on a walking tour of Taormina on the slopes of Monte Tauro, overlooking the sea.
Visit the Greek theatre and see the terraced botanical gardens. Then, stroll along the elegant Corso Umberto and on to the Piazza IX Aprile for splendid panoramic views across the bay. Later, enjoy some free time to shop for souvenirs and handmade ceramics along the Corso, or indulge in a delicious gelato.
Day 6
Enjoy a full day to do as you please in this beautiful resort town.
Shop, relax, see the sights of your choice, or consider an Optional Experience. Whatever you decide, your Travel Director will be on hand to help you get the most out of your day. Tonight, enjoy a Be My Guest experience.
Day 7
Enjoy views of Enna on the way to Agrigento, where your Local Specialist will take you to the Valley of the Temples—the finest Greek sanctuary in Sicily.
See the splendid Temple of Concord and the Temple of Juno overlooking the sea.
Day 8
Journey to Erice, a famous hilltop medieval town in western Sicily with its cobbled streets, Norman castles and stunning views of the sea, salt pans and wooded hillsides.
Perhaps take a walk to the ruins of Venus Castle with its Balio Gardens. Continue your day with a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience in Palermo. This evening, you could choose to join an Optional Experience to a coastal village where the colourful fishing boats line the harbour.
Day 9
Travel to Monreale for views of La Conca d'Oro and explore the magnificent 12th-century Norman Cathedral with your Local Specialist.
Later, join your fellow travellers to celebrate your journey with dinner at a local restaurant.
Day 10
Say arrivederci to Sicily and your newfound friends at the end of a memorable holiday.
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Departure dates and Pricing
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| Thu 30th April, 202601/05/2025 | Sat 9th May, 202610/05/2025 | available | Per person from$0* | Enquire » |
| Thu 16th April, 202617/04/2025 | Sat 25th April, 202626/04/2025 | available | Per person from$0* | Enquire » |
| Thu 23rd April, 202624/04/2025 | Sat 2nd May, 202603/05/2025 | available | Per person from$5520* | Enquire » |
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| Thu 7th May, 202608/05/2025 | Sat 16th May, 202617/05/2025 | available | Per person from$5520* | Enquire » |
| Thu 14th May, 202615/05/2025 | Sat 23rd May, 202624/05/2025 | available | Per person from$0* | Enquire » |
| Thu 21st May, 202622/05/2025 | Sat 30th May, 202631/05/2025 | available | Per person from$0* | Enquire » |
| Thu 28th May, 202629/05/2025 | Sat 6th June, 202607/06/2025 | available | Per person from$5520* | Enquire » |
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| Thu 4th June, 202605/06/2025 | Sat 13th June, 202614/06/2025 | available | Per person from$0* | Enquire » |
| Thu 11th June, 202612/06/2025 | Sat 20th June, 202621/06/2025 | available | Per person from$0* | Enquire » |
| Thu 18th June, 202619/06/2025 | Sat 27th June, 202628/06/2025 | available | Per person from$5520* | Enquire » |
| Thu 25th June, 202626/06/2025 | Sat 4th July, 202605/07/2025 | available | Per person from$0* | Enquire » |
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| Thu 2nd July, 202603/07/2025 | Sat 11th July, 202612/07/2025 | available | Per person from$0* | Enquire » |
| Thu 9th July, 202610/07/2025 | Sat 18th July, 202619/07/2025 | available | Per person from$5495* | Enquire » |
| Thu 16th July, 202617/07/2025 | Sat 25th July, 202626/07/2025 | available | Per person from$5495* | Enquire » |
| Thu 23rd July, 202624/07/2025 | Sat 1st August, 202602/08/2025 | available | Per person from$5420* | Enquire » |
| Thu 30th July, 202631/07/2025 | Sat 8th August, 202609/08/2025 | available | Per person from$0* | Enquire » |
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| Thu 6th August, 202607/08/2025 | Sat 15th August, 202616/08/2025 | available | Per person from$5595* | Enquire » |
| Thu 20th August, 202621/08/2025 | Sat 29th August, 202630/08/2025 | available | Per person from$0* | Enquire » |
| Thu 27th August, 202628/08/2025 | Sat 5th September, 202606/09/2025 | available | Per person from$0* | Enquire » |
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| Thu 3rd September, 202604/09/2025 | Sat 12th September, 202613/09/2025 | available | Per person from$5520* | Enquire » |
| Thu 10th September, 202611/09/2025 | Sat 19th September, 202620/09/2025 | available | Per person from$0* | Enquire » |
| Thu 17th September, 202618/09/2025 | Sat 26th September, 202627/09/2025 | available | Per person from$0* | Enquire » |
| Thu 24th September, 202625/09/2025 | Sat 3rd October, 202604/10/2025 | available | Per person from$0* | Enquire » |
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| Thu 1st October, 202602/10/2025 | Sat 10th October, 202611/10/2025 | available | Per person from$0* | Enquire » |
| Thu 8th October, 202609/10/2025 | Sat 17th October, 202618/10/2025 | available | Per person from$0* | Enquire » |
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