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Today, individual arrival to the hotel in the charming city of Catania (optional private transfer on request). Enjoy the evening free for dinner on your own. Overnight stay in Catania.
After breakfast in hotel, we depart to Syracuse to visit the most beautiful and greatest Greek colony in Sicily and World Heritage Site! This visit will start with the Archaeological Park of Neapolis with its Greek Theatre, the Roman Amphitheatre, the Latomie of Paradise and the Ear of Dionysius. Afterwards, we continue on and visit of the splendid Ortigia, which is a small island and is the historical centre of Syracuse. In Ortigia, admire the beautiful Cathedral, which dominates the square with its authoritative presence. The façade is a powerful Sicilian-Baroque composition but it gives no hint that this building was once a Doric Temple! From Piazza Duomo you will reach a wide terrace on the waterfront surrounding the famous Arethusa’s Fountain, one of the most famous freshwater sources of the Greek world. Enjoy some free time for lunch before we depart to Noto, the Capital of Sicilian Baroque and famous for its fine buildings of the early 18th Century and declared UNESCO World Heritage Site. Inspired by Baroque ideals of an 'open city', Noto is a rare masterpiece and the clearest example of theatrical tastes in 18th Century architecture whose local limestone has been burnt gold by the sun. Noto’s Baroque is a game of elegant curves, floral weaves, perspective views, Palaces and gardens, capitals and ornaments that adorn the façades of Churches and Monasteries. Enjoy some free time to walk along the town. Afterwards, we transfer to Ragusa for dinner and our overnight stay. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
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Today, enjoy a visit to Ragusa Ibla and its historical centre cradle of Sicilian Baroque. Used as a location of the extremely popular Police Inspector Montalbano TV series, it is today stated among the 44 Italian World Heritage Sites. This little precious ancient town hosts more than 50 Churches and many Baroque architectural treasures! You will be fascinated by its Cathedral, situated in the beautiful Dome Square and you will love the 'Giardino Ibleo', the oldest of the four main gardens in Ragusa. At 383 metres above sea level, from this beautiful garden you can admire a spectacular panorama! The tour proceeds towards Modica, the chest of innumerable Baroque architectural treasures and for this reason stated UNESCO World Heritage Site. Walking along the tiny streets of this charming town, you will have a stop to visit Sabadì, one of the most renowned Chocolate manufacturers whose Chocolate has been awarded as the best Modica Chocolate in the last 9 years! You will enjoy a multisensorial Chocolate tasting discovering the authentic Sicilian perfumes, the local Nepitella (wild Mint), the Orange Blossom Honey, the raw PGI, which is quality Sicilian Lemon and the PGI, which is quality Sicilian Red Orange, are just some of the many flavours you can taste! Then, enjoy some local delicacies under the shadow of the amazing Orti di San Giorgio, which are 7 gardens suspended between light and beauty. A breathtaking panorama will be the setting of your relaxing lunch! The day goes on to the charming Piazza Armerina to visit the famous Villa Romana del Casale, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, to admire the splendid polychrome mosaics! This majestic villa, belonged to a member of the Roman Senatorial aristocracy, hosts prestigious mosaics representing mythological and historical episodes and scenes of hunting and entertainments. You will love it! Afterwards, we depart to Agrigento for dinner and our overnight stay. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
This morning, the tour continues in Agrigento visiting the famous Valley of the Temples stated World Heritage Site. As one of the most prosperous of the Ancient Greek cities on the island, Agrigento presents a remarkable series of Doric Temples of the 5th Century. Among hundreds of Almond trees, you will admire the rests of the Ancient Akragas. You will see the Temple of Hera, the Temple of Concordia and the Temple of Heracles. Continuing on, visit of the charming and well known town of Marsala, where Garibaldi went ashore in May 1860. You will walk through the streets of the centre where you overlook Ancient Noble Palaces, monuments and impressive Baroque Churches. After that, exclusive guided tour inside the historic Florio Cellars. The visit starts in front of the majestic giant vats, built at the end of the 19th Century and still used for the refinement of Marsala Wine, and it continues inside the 3 fascinating barrel chambers. After a thirty minute tour through the barrel vaults, you will reach the Avant-Garde tasting rooms named Donna Franca and Duca Enrico. Enjoy a delicious light lunch and a memorable wine tasting experience! The tour will continue visiting the popular Salt Road. Here the salt marshes have given rise to one of the oldest salt extracting industries in the world! Between Trapani and Marsala, the Salt Road is now protected for its interesting birdlife and also as an important site of industrial Archaeology. Afterwards, transfer to Palermo for our overnight stay. Enjoy some free time this evening for dinner on your own. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
After breakfast, the morning will be spent visiting Monreale. Here, we will see its huge Norman Cathedral, proclaimed the Eighth Wonder of the World, and its splendid Cloister in Arab-Norman style, which is an admirable masterpiece of art, sculpture, and semiprecious stones marquetry! Later you will discover the stunning Palermo, which is one of the richest towns in the island for its history and art. Palermo stands on a bay dominated by Mount Pellegrino. While the Baroque predominates, there is a profusion of different architectural styles reflecting the city’s multicultural past. Visit of the wonderful eclectic Cathedral, the astonishing Martorana Church and the amazing Cappella Palatina, which are admirable examples from a historic and artistic point of view and proof of different cultures and religions. During the day, you will have a stop to enjoy a typical lunch with local food. Along the path admire the famous Teatro Massimo and the debated fountain in Pretoria Square, adorned with 16th Century sculptures. Dinner is on your own tonight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
After breakfast, you wil take a private transfer to Trapani. Here, board the hydrofoil to reach Favignana, the larger and most important of the Aegadian Islands. In the 70’s, Favignana was named 'La Farfalla' by the painter Salvatore Fiume thanks to its butterfly shape. Enjoy some free time in the afternoon before dinner in a local restaurant. Meals: Breakfast
Today will start by departing from Favignana Harbour, for a relaxing circumnavigation of the island. During the excursion it is possible to listen to the historical background of the Tonnara Factory and the Florio family and stay in the most astonishing bays. Your first stop in this tour will be in Cala Rossa, which is one of the most known destination of Favignana, whose cliff is characterised by wonderful tuff caves surrounded by blue and crystalline waters. Later, you will get to Bue Marino, CalaAzzurra, which is famous for its sandy white beach and the most crystalline sea of the island, and Lido Burrone where you will enjoy free time for a dip in the water. Upon arrival to the southern side of the island (Marasolo/Preveto), it is possible to enjoy a relaxing pause for a typical lunch onboard. Enjoy some time for snorkelling or swimming to discover the charming coves. In the afternoon, depart for Cala Rotonda for a swim, break with coffee and pastries before returning to Favignana after one last stop to Caladel Pozzo for a swim. Dinner and overnight in hotel. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, enjoy some free time to discover this beautiful island. Walking around the two squares of the city, you will be attracted by traditional Mediterranean architecture, popular for their white walls and blue or green windows. Moving towards the waterfront, you will see a beautiful scenery similar to a portrait! The vintage mood of Favignana’s harbour will enchant you. Ancient boats, nets and anchors give this place a magic atmosphere! Do not miss the chance to have a swim in one of the splendid sea coves or, as an alternative, choose an extra boat excursion to Levanzo. You will have the occasion to visit this lovely fisherman village and have a stop to taste the delicious local 'Granita' and 'Gelato'. This tour will proceed to the Il Faraglione, Cala Fredda and Cala Minnola, with a stop for a dip. Returning back to Favignana harbour in the late afternoon. Dinner and overnight in Favignana. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Today, enjoy free time after breakfast before checking out of the hotel and boarding the hydrofoil to Trapani. Here, you will spend the afternoon free at leisure in Trapani’s city centre, which is also known as the 'City of 100 Churches' and popular for its impressive collection of fine local coral art crafts! The city owns a fascinating and legendary history, represented by Virgil in the Aeneid, Trapani’s origins are connected to Carthage the most bitter of Rome’s enemy. Dominated by the Roman Empire and the Spanish Kingdom, it still reveals this fusion made of different cultures and people. You will have the chance to stroll among the nice alleys, discovering its Arab atmosphere. Dinner and overnight in hotel. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
After breakfast, our tour of Sicily and Aegadian Islands ends today. Private transfers or excursions available (not included). Goodbye Sicily! Meals: Breakfast
Tour Prices are per person twin share in Australian Dollars. Conditions apply and escorted tours are subject to change and availability. Prices are subject to currency fluctuations. (ds)
