Immerse yourself in the Sicily’s rich history and vibrant culture. Watch the fishermen launch their colored boats in the sparkling Mediterranean as they have done for centuries. Explore ancient ruins, dine on delectable cuisine and watch the Sicilian sun gild the slopes of ancient Mount Etna.

Arrive in Palermo and stroll through your hotel’s fragrant jasmine gardens or enjoy spectacular sunset views of the Mediterranean from your room. Wander Palermo’s streets, admiring the blending of styles that mark its progression from a significant medieval city to a model of Baroque architecture to today’s dynamic and vibrant distillation of old and new. Also visit the 12th-century Cathedral of Monreale and admire its beautiful display of mosaics.

Days 4 & 5 - Segesta, Erice & Mazara del Vallo

This morning, explore Segesta, built in 500 B.C. and one of the best-preserved Greek architectural sites in the world. Continue to the beautiful Phoenician and Hellenistic town of Erice, dedicated to Aphrodite, the Greek goddess of fertility and love. Explore the ancient Greek city of Selinunte, one of the most progressive Greek cities in Sicily.

Day 6 - Agrigento & Siracusa

Explore the classical city of Agrigento and the Valley of the Temples, erected in the 5th century B.C. as a testimony to the city’s prosperity. View the most complex collection of Roman mosaics at Villa Romana del Casale. Siracusa’s old town, the legendary Greek home of Archimedes, is situated on the island of Ortigia. Magnificent remnants of ancient Siracusa surround us as we take an expert-guided walk, discovering the rich history and tides of conquest that have shaped this city.

Days 7 - 10 - Taormina

Explore Taormina’s meandering medieval streets and tiny secret passages to experience the charm of this romantic town. Visit the Greek Theatre and take in the majestic views of Mt. Etna, Sicily’s tallest peak and Europe’s tallest active volcano. Admire the mysterious bronze warriors at the National Archaeological Museum in Reggio Calabria, a small town surrounded by olive groves and citrus trees in mainland Italy. 

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