Sicily Tour Itinerary – Italy

Day 1: Palermo – Cefalù – Castelbuono – Tindari – Milazzo

• Activities:
  • Depart Palermo and drive along the scenic Tyrrhenian Sea coastline
  • Visit Castelbuono: charming medieval mountain town
  • Explore Cefalù: UNESCO Norman cathedral, historic center, sea views
  • Lunch break in Cefalù
  • Visit Sanctuary of Tindari and nearby ancient Greek ruins
  • Arrive in Milazzo, a vibrant port city facing the Aeolian Islands
• Accommodation: Hotel in Milazzo
• Meals: Breakfast

Day 2: Milazzo – Vulcano – Lipari – Taormina

• Activities:
  • Hydrofoil boat ride to Vulcano Island
    • Experience sulfur springs, hot mud baths, and volcanic beaches
  • Boat ride to Lipari Island
    • Explore historic center, castle, shops, and local cuisine
  • Return to Milazzo by boat
  • Evening arrival in Taormina
• Accommodation: Hotel in Taormina (or Messina on select dates)
• Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 3: Taormina – Caltagirone – Villa Romana del Casale – Palermo

• Activities:
  • Explore Taormina: stroll through the old town, Greek theater, coastal views
  • Travel inland to Caltagirone (UNESCO site)
    • Ride tourist train through historic town
    • Admire Baroque architecture and ceramic-adorned staircase
  • Visit Villa Romana del Casale (UNESCO site)
    • Guided tour of well-preserved Roman mosaics and architecture
  • Cross the mountainous interior and arrive in Palermo
• Accommodation: Hotel in Palermo
• Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 4: Palermo – Monreale – Palermo (End of Tour)

• Activities:
  • Guided city tour of Palermo with a local expert
    • Cathedral of Palermo (admission included)
    • Palazzo dei Normanni, local markets, fountains, gardens
  • Visit Monreale Cathedral (UNESCO site, admission included)
    • Marvel at the golden mosaics covering the interior
  • Afternoon free time for shopping or relaxing
• Accommodation: Ends in Palermo (additional night optional)
• Meals: Breakfast

Inclusions

• Accommodation: Hotel nights according to the itinerary
• Transportation: Travel by private coach with English-speaking guide
• Meals:
  • Daily breakfast
  • 2 Dinners: Taormina and Palermo
• Tickets & Admissions:
  • Cathedrals of Palermo and Monreale (admission included)
  • Villa Romana del Casale with guided tour
• Excursions:
  • Monreale excursion from Palermo
  • Aeolian Islands (Vulcano and Lipari) ferry crossings
• Train Ride:
  • Tourist train in Caltagirone
• Insurance: Basic travel insurance included