Sicily Escape
8 days from £1,486 (was £1,857)
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Group of travellers taking part in walking tour, looking and listening to their guide.
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Three travellers smiling whilst sat at table trying the local cuisine.
Group of travellers walking beneath archway with the beach in background.
A couple of travellers giving a piggy back whilst in the sea with their arms in the air.
Group of travellers laughing wearing aprons whilst taking part in cooking class.
The view of small town on the coast at sunset in Sicily.
Women stood in the street listening to tour guide on walking tour.
Three travellers walking up staircase with building ruins in the background.
A couple of travellers smiling whilst taking a mouthful of ice cream.
The busy shore of people swimming in the sea of Cefalu.
A couple of travellers stood enjoying a drink in restaurant whilst looking out at the view.
Group of travellers enjoying a glass of wine at restaurant overlooking the beach.
Travellers sat beneath arched doorway covered in artwork.
Two women laughing at a table in restaurant whist holding a plate of dessert.
Group of travellers raising a drink whilst in restaurant having a meal.
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Women laughing wearing aprons whilst taking part in cooking class with the locals.
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Women smiling whilst swimming in the sea with a group of friends.
Ancient ruins, Etna and arancini
There’s a lot to like about Sicily. Golden beaches backed by shady pine forests, magnificent archaeological sites to rival Rome, towering volcanoes rising out of unspoilt countryside, and a laid-back way of life that puts you in holiday mode the second you get off the plane. This 8-day group tour showcases the best of this unique island, from the volcanic valleys of Mount Etna to the sun-drenched sands of Cefalu. Step back in time in the Valley of the Temples and Syracuse, sip spritzes in Taormina’s high-end beach clubs, tuck into Sicilian specialities in vibrant Catania, and learn about the history of the Mafia in Palermo. Prepare to be seduced.
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Itinerary
Day 1: Hello Catania
Arrive in Sicily's second largest city. A jumble of baroque piazzas, historic ruins, and gritty bars in the shadow of Mount Etna, Catania is Sicily at its most lively and youthful. Take a guided walk around the ancient port town before your first taste of Sicilian cuisine with dinner in a local restaurant.
Day 2: Taormina Tour
Spectacularly perched on the side of a mountain, our next stop is a chic resort town with a cinema-worthy backdrop. Explore the centre before soaking up views of Etna and the Ionian Sea as we take a cable car to the sun-drenched beach. Later, whip up some arancini in an optional cooking class.
Day 3: Mount Etna
You can't come to Sicily without visiting its imposing volcano. Still active, Etna boasts a unique surrounding landscape and panoramic views, and there's no better way to experience it than on our optional 4x4 tour. Make sure you're back in time for Aperol spritz sundowners though.
Day 4: Syracuse & Noto
Our next stop is beautiful Noto, a baroque beauty that looks so good you could mistake it for a film set. Explore the elegant Corso Vittorio Emanuele, and its gorgeous palazzi and churches. Then enjoy an optional farm-to-table dining experience at a local organic farm, before travelling on to Syracuse.
Day 5: Agrigento & Cefalu
Travel to Agrigento, where we'll explore the jaw-dropping Valley of the Temples, a treasure trove of Greek temples scattered amongst olive trees. Our home for the next couple of nights is the lovely coastal town of Cefalu, where we've lined up another mouth-watering Sicilian dinner.
Day 6: Cefalu Beaches
With postcard perfect squares and churches rubbing up against beautiful beaches and the cornflower blue Med, Cefalu is almost ridiculously pretty. Spend your day soaking up the sun, exploring the cobbled streets, and making like you're in your own version of Cinema Paradiso.
Day 7: Palermo
Travel to Palermo - our final stop on our Sicilian odyssey. Spend your day exploring the buzzing markets, Gothic palaces, and Arabic domes. Learn about the city's underbelly with an optional anti-Mafia walking tour, and round things off with a farewell dinner at a charming local bistro.
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Most expensive: £256 December, 2023
Extra information
This trip begins on day 1 in Catania. You’ll need to fly into Catania International Airport (CTA) and make your own way to our starting accommodation in the city. Taxi takes around 20 – 30 minutes or you can take the public bus. A tour of Catania is scheduled for day 1, so you may want to arrive the day before and book an additional night of accommodation if you can’t find an early flight.
The trip ends on day 8 in Palermo. The nearest airport is Palermo Falcone Borsellino (PMO). Taxis take around 40 minutes to get to the airport from the city centre, or you can take the bus (around 60 minutes) or train (50 – 70 minutes). Your tour guide can help you with onward travel.
This trip is designed for those aged 18-35.
The maximum group size is 24.
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