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OVERVIEWHighlights
• Have a walk around the most pleasant city of the archipelago, with its historic center, its castle and its tourist life Tour Code
710247
Duration
4 day
Departure City
Palermo
End City
Palermo
Language
English
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Learn about history and local culture with in-depth tours and activities; Natural beauty, scenic views.
Multiple local tour guides/drivers available throughout your tour/activity
Tour with fellow travelers from all over the world
Designed for travelers in good health who are comfortable with light walking or hiking
Hotel: San michele(Via Col. Magistri, 69) or similar
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Scenery: landscapes of the north of the island and the coast of the Tyrrhenian Sea.
08.30 hrs. - After breakfast we will leave Palermo, following the coast of the Tyrrhenian Sea. Beautiful landscapes.
09.45 hrs. - Cefalu, arrival in the charming coastal city whose Norman cathedral with its original architecture and mosaics has been declared a World Heritage Site, the historic center is of great beauty with its small streets, its views over the sea and its commercial and tourist life. Time for a walk and lunch.
13:30 hrs. - Cefalu, departure. We leave the coast and head into the mountainous interior.
14:15 hrs. - Castelbuono. We will make a stop in this small and picturesque town between mountains that shows us the tranquility of the inland towns, with its walls, castle and picturesque streets in the center.
15:30 hrs. - Castelbuono, departure. We return to the coast of the Tyrrhenian Sea.
17.00 hrs. - Tindari. At the top of a mountain, overlooking the sea, stands the Sanctuary of Tindari, a famous pilgrimage site, with its image of the Black Madonna and its great views. Very close to the sanctuary are the remains of the ancient Greek polis.
18.00 hrs. - Tindari, departure.
18.45 hrs. - Milazzo, arrival and accommodation in this port city full of life in front of the volcanic Aeolian Islands.
Note: All mentioned hotels below are for your reference only, you might also check-in other same-level hotels.
Hotel: Antares(Via Germano Chincherini 98037 Letojanni Taormina) / Capo dei greci(SS114 - KM 38. Riviera di Taormina, Via Nazionale, 421, 98030 StAless 98030 Sant´Alessio Siculo ME) / Caesar palace(VIA CONSOLARE VALERIA) or similar
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Scenery: landscapes of the volcanic Aeolian Islands in the Tyrrhenian Sea.
Note: We recommend that you wear comfortable shoes and swimwear if you want to experience the mud on Vulcano. We also recommend bringing a jacket to enjoy the deck of the ferries.
Note: due to the variation in ferry schedules, our agenda may be variable based on the schedule of the boats.
Our day will be full of emotions as we will travel to the mythical islands that will take us back to the Greek gods and heroes. Aeolus, God of the winds, gave its name to the archipelago. We will visit two of the islands of the Aeolian archipelago, declared World Heritage Sites for their continuous volcanic activity.
09:00 hrs. - After breakfast we go to the port to take a ferry to Lipari. Departure scheduled at 09:30 hrs. Enjoy your journey.
11.45 hrs. – Lipari - We are on the largest of the Aeolian islands, which got the name after the son of Aeolus. We will have time for lunch and a walk around the most pleasant city of the archipelago, with its historic center, its castle and its tourist life.
14:30 hrs. – Lipari - departure. We will take another ferry that in less than half an hour takes us to a second of the Aeolian islands, Vulcano.
14:55 hrs. – Vulcano - Arrival at the place, where Hephaestus, the forger of Zeus´s lightning bolts and Poseidon´s trident, had his forge. We will be impressed by the smell of sulfur that permeates the entire island and the active fumaroles. On this island, dominated by its crater, we will admire its hot water beaches. We recommend trying baths in the sulfurous thermal waters (its mud is considered very beneficial for the skin). Don´t miss this unique experience.
17:50 hrs. - Vulcano – Departure. We will take a ferry to return to the island of Sicily.
19:30 hrs. – Milazzo - after arrival, we continue our way to Taormina.
21:00 hrs. – Taormina - Arrival at the end of the day.
Note: In summer or on special dates, accommodation may be provided in Messina instead of Taormina.
Hotel: Astoria palace(VIA MONTEPELLEGRINO 62) or similar
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Scenery: Inland Sicily, Mediterranean mountainous landscapes.
After breakfast time to walk through the wonderful city of Taormina, at the foot of the Etna volcano, which was defined by Churchill as the most beautiful place on earth. Its old town is full of life, its Greek theater dominates unforgettable landscapes.
11.00 hrs. - Taormina, departure. We continue our route towards the center of the island.
12.45 hrs. – Caltagirone - Time to walk and have lunch in this city declared a World Heritage Site for its great Baroque legacy. We include a ride on a tourist train to listen to the explanations of the city and learn about its main points. The city is the center of ceramics in Sicily, as witnessed by its numerous shops and workshops and some of its emblematic places, the best known, the staircase of 142 steps, each decorated with different tiles.
15.00 hrs. – Caltagirone - departure.
15:45 hrs. - Villa Romana del Casale (admission included). Time to get to know this World Heritage Site. Villas, in the Roman Empire, were the symbol of agrarian exploitation. El Casale not only it has the architectural configuration of the 4th century been preserved, but, due to their abundance and quality, the mosaics that adorn almost all the rooms are the most beautiful in the Roman world.
17.15 hrs. - Villa Romana del Casale - departure. We continue crossing the mountainous center of the island.
19:30 hrs. – Palermo - arrival at the end of the day.
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09.00 hrs. - Today with a local guide we will have a city tour of Palermo. We will admire the cathedral with its mix of styles and its royal tombs inside (admission included); the Norman Palace (the former royal palace), its fountains, its markets and gardens. During the visit we will also go to MONREALE, its cathedral (admission included) has been declared a World Heritage Site for its impressive golden mosaics that cover the interior. Free time in the afternoon.
Note: Sometimes, if the number of travelers is very limited, the visit may not be private but rather carried out with a regular excursion provided by local companies.
Our journey will come to an end, leaving you with wonderful and lasting memories.
Please, check the time of your flight in case you might need an additional night. Our guide will advise you on the best public transportation for your transfers.
If you need to book an external service (like a plane or train) on the last day of your tour, which includes activities, please note that the detailed itineraries are based on "planned" schedules and could be affected by various factors such as traffic, customer delays, mechanical issues, etc. It´s advisable not to book a flight or train with a tight schedule without considering these factors. Always allocate extra time in your schedule for unexpected events.
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• Cancellations made within 30 days (inclusive) before departure will incur an additional handling fee of $30 per order.
• Once the traveler's information (such as name, passport number, date of birth, etc.) is submitted with the booking, any modifications will be treated as a cancellation and will be subject to the [cancellation policy] • If the itinerary involves special tickets/high-speed train tickets/boat tickets/cruise tickets/train tickets and other unique resources, please contact customer service after placing the order to provide a clear photo of the passport's information page, as these special resources are non-refundable once booked! • If the tour includes airport pickup service, please notify us of any changes to your flight at least 72 hours before departure. Changes or cancellations to the pickup service within 72 hours of departure cannot be accommodated |
Special Notes
Pricing InfoYour reservation is always subject to confirmation by email, normally within one to two business days. * Prices for Single Occupancy apply when one person stays in one standard hotel room.* Prices for Double/Triple Occupancy apply when two/three people stay in one standard hotel room respectively. * Triple price does not guarantee a third bed in the room since each room is equipped with 2 beds. Please check the availability at the time of check-in. * Prices for child apply when a child of 3-15 stays as the 3rd person in one standard hotel room. * Children below the age of 3 pay 20% of the double room rate. Please contact our service team to adjust the price manually. Reservation Info1.Immediately after submitting your reservation you will receive a Receipt of Reservation via email. 2. Within one to two business days of submitting your reservation you will receive a status update email from us. If you need to book an airline ticket, we recommend that you do so after you receive a confirmation of your tour reservation from us. 3. An E-Ticket will be sent to you via email as soon as details of your reservation are confirmed or your supporting information is received by us. We will provide you with all detailed information about your tour on the E-Ticket. Contact information for local tour provider will be included on E-Ticket for your convenience or re-confirmation purpose if re-confirmation is required. 4. Simply print your E-Ticket and present it with your valid photo ID on the day of your activity to your tour guide. Please remember E-Ticket is your proof of purchase. Terms and Conditions- Your purchase does not guarantee confirmation. Your purchase will initiate a reservation process. We will confirm with you via email within one to two business days. - Prices may vary due to availability. We reserve the right to make price adjustment without prior notice. - Please refer to our Standard Amendment, Cancellation and Refund Policy before you make reservation. - Please refer to Customer Agreement before you make reservation. - Local tour provider reserves the right to make modifications to tour arrangements including order of tour activities, hotel and its location if deemed necessary. |
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