Sicilia y Sur de Italia fin Palermo
Duration
6 Days
Physical rate
Moderate
Starting city
Rome
Available
April 2025 / March 2026
Cities to visit:
Rome; Naples; Capri; Sorrento; Salerno, Salerno; Paola; Mesina; Taormina, Sicily; Noto; Siracusa; Agrigento; Marsala, Sicily; Erice; Palermo
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Detailed day by day description
Introduction
Dear Traveler: thank you for choosing us to perform this Tour! We hope you enjoy your trip.
Here we give you a guidance on their tour with the information that we believe may be of your interest. The information is indicative, may exist variations on designated hours.
TRANSFER from the airport, if you have it included or purchasing. Our transfer will be waiting for you with a poster on behalf of Europamundo or its name to the output of the custom (after collecting your luggage)..
Remember to inform us by phone if you lost your connection flight or expected delay of their arrival, in your VOUCHER figure the phone of the transfer.
IMPORTANT: If you had additional nights upon arrival the hotel will have your reservation, but his travel guide normally will not be until the night before the start of the tour.
Day
Welcome to your tour with Europamundo!
Optional Activities: During your trip, your guide will likely offer optional activities. If these activities are available in the Europamundo app or through your "My Trip" link, we strongly recommend booking them well in advance to ensure availability. Waiting until the last minute often means missing out on the opportunity to participate due to lack of tickets, coach seats, etc.
Joining the tour at the designated meeting point and time is crucial. Please verify these details in advance, as there are multiple joining points available. If you have any questions, contact Europamundo before your trip using the emergency telephone number or the chat feature on your "My Trip" website.
Please be on time as we travel together in a group; everyone´s cooperation is essential for a successful trip.
Enjoy your tour!
Optional Activities: During your trip, your guide will likely offer optional activities. If these activities are available in the Europamundo app or through your "My Trip" link, we strongly recommend booking them well in advance to ensure availability. Waiting until the last minute often means missing out on the opportunity to participate due to lack of tickets, coach seats, etc.
Joining the tour at the designated meeting point and time is crucial. Please verify these details in advance, as there are multiple joining points available. If you have any questions, contact Europamundo before your trip using the emergency telephone number or the chat feature on your "My Trip" website.
Please be on time as we travel together in a group; everyone´s cooperation is essential for a successful trip.
Enjoy your tour!
Total distance covered: 300 km.
Scenery: Stunning landscapes in the Bay of Naples and Sorrento.
Note: As we will be taking some boats, we suggest bringing warm clothes for the deck. Don´t forget your camera; the landscapes are breathtaking. Due to weather conditions, the ships connecting Naples with Capri or Sorrento may not operate. In such cases, the route will be modified, arriving in Sorrento by road and visiting Amalfi instead of Capri.
07:00 a.m. – Departure from Rome to travel to the Bay of Naples in southern Italy.
11:00 a.m. – We’ll stop in Naples to board a ferry (tickets included). The estimated departure is at 11:35 a.m. for a 50-minute cruise through beautiful landscapes.
12:45 p.m. - Capri. Enjoy free time. You can visit the White Grotto or take a cable car ride to the center of Capri.
04:15 p.m. - Departure from Capri. We’ll board the ferry again and continue to Sorrento (schedule subject to change). Enjoy the beautiful views upon arrival in Sorrento.
05:15 p.m. – Sorrento. We’ll arrive in a picturesque and lively town at the foot of a cliff, with a harbor in the lower area.
06:30 p.m. - Departure from Sorrento.
08:15 p.m. - Salerno.
Note: During the winter months, schedules will be modified (leaving Naples earlier) to make the most of daylight hours.
Scenery: Stunning landscapes in the Bay of Naples and Sorrento.
Note: As we will be taking some boats, we suggest bringing warm clothes for the deck. Don´t forget your camera; the landscapes are breathtaking. Due to weather conditions, the ships connecting Naples with Capri or Sorrento may not operate. In such cases, the route will be modified, arriving in Sorrento by road and visiting Amalfi instead of Capri.
07:00 a.m. – Departure from Rome to travel to the Bay of Naples in southern Italy.
11:00 a.m. – We’ll stop in Naples to board a ferry (tickets included). The estimated departure is at 11:35 a.m. for a 50-minute cruise through beautiful landscapes.
12:45 p.m. - Capri. Enjoy free time. You can visit the White Grotto or take a cable car ride to the center of Capri.
04:15 p.m. - Departure from Capri. We’ll board the ferry again and continue to Sorrento (schedule subject to change). Enjoy the beautiful views upon arrival in Sorrento.
05:15 p.m. – Sorrento. We’ll arrive in a picturesque and lively town at the foot of a cliff, with a harbor in the lower area.
06:30 p.m. - Departure from Sorrento.
08:15 p.m. - Salerno.
Note: During the winter months, schedules will be modified (leaving Naples earlier) to make the most of daylight hours.
Total distance covered by road: 475 km.
Scenery: Mountains, sea, and picturesque villages along the route.
Note: We recommend bringing warm clothes to enjoy the ferry crossing between the Italian Peninsula and Sicily.
07:30 a.m. - Departure from Salerno. We’ll travel south through Italy, enjoying views of mountains and charming villages. Our route will take us along the picturesque coast of the Tyrrhenian Sea.
11:30 a.m. - Sanctuary of San Francesco di Paola. There will be time to explore this beautiful sanctuary set in stunning surroundings. Don’t miss the chance to visit the cave! Afterward, there will be free time for a stroll and lunch in the charming old town of Paola.
02:00 p.m. - Departure from Paola. We’ll continue to Villa San Giovanni, arriving around 4:30 p.m., where we’ll board a ship for a short 20-minute crossing to the island of Sicily.
05:30 p.m. - Messina. You’ll have time to explore the city center and enjoy your first experience on the island.
06:30 p.m. - Departure from Messina.
07:30 p.m. - Taormina. Arrival at our hotel. Dinner will be included.
Note: Accommodation will typically be in the Taormina region, though on certain dates, it may be in Messina.
Scenery: Mountains, sea, and picturesque villages along the route.
Note: We recommend bringing warm clothes to enjoy the ferry crossing between the Italian Peninsula and Sicily.
07:30 a.m. - Departure from Salerno. We’ll travel south through Italy, enjoying views of mountains and charming villages. Our route will take us along the picturesque coast of the Tyrrhenian Sea.
11:30 a.m. - Sanctuary of San Francesco di Paola. There will be time to explore this beautiful sanctuary set in stunning surroundings. Don’t miss the chance to visit the cave! Afterward, there will be free time for a stroll and lunch in the charming old town of Paola.
02:00 p.m. - Departure from Paola. We’ll continue to Villa San Giovanni, arriving around 4:30 p.m., where we’ll board a ship for a short 20-minute crossing to the island of Sicily.
05:30 p.m. - Messina. You’ll have time to explore the city center and enjoy your first experience on the island.
06:30 p.m. - Departure from Messina.
07:30 p.m. - Taormina. Arrival at our hotel. Dinner will be included.
Note: Accommodation will typically be in the Taormina region, though on certain dates, it may be in Messina.
Taromina – free day. This enchanting and small coastal city, nestled at the foot of Mount Etna is without a doubt one of the most beautiful places in the Mediterranean. Winston Churchill once described it as the most beautiful place on earth. Take time to stroll through the vibrant historic quarter, visit the Greek theatre with its breathtaking views, or relax on the beaches. Dinner will be included.
Total distance covered: 247 km.
Scenery: Beautiful inland landscapes of Sicily.
08:30 a.m. - Taormina. After breakfast, we’ll depart along the coast towards Sicily´s second-largest city.
09:30 a.m. - Arrival in Catania, a city founded by the Greeks in the 8th century B.C. and an important cultural and commercial hub throughout its history. There will be time to stroll through this lively city, which, despite the devastation caused by Etna´s eruptions and earthquakes, boasts a vibrant Baroque center. Highlights include its impressive cathedral.
10:45 a.m. - Departure from Catania as we continue our journey inland.
12:00 p.m. - Arrival in Caltagirone, a city recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its significant Baroque heritage. We’ll take a guided tour aboard a tourist train to discover the city’s main attractions. Known as the center of ceramics in Sicily, Caltagirone is famous for its shops and workshops, as well as landmarks like its 142-step staircase, each step adorned with unique tiles. You’ll have free time to explore and enjoy lunch.
02:45 p.m. - Departure from Caltagirone after lunch.
03:30 p.m. - Arrival at Villa Romana del Casale (admission included). We’ll visit this UNESCO World Heritage Site, which exemplifies the grandeur of Roman agricultural estates. Not only is the 4th-century architectural layout of the villa remarkably preserved, but the exquisite mosaics decorating nearly every room are considered among the most beautiful in the Roman world.
05:00 p.m. - Departure from Villa Romana.
06:30 p.m. - Agrigento. Before heading to the hotel, we’ll enjoy a panoramic view of the stunning Valley of the Temples from the comfort of our coach. Arrival at the hotel, with dinner included.
Scenery: Beautiful inland landscapes of Sicily.
08:30 a.m. - Taormina. After breakfast, we’ll depart along the coast towards Sicily´s second-largest city.
09:30 a.m. - Arrival in Catania, a city founded by the Greeks in the 8th century B.C. and an important cultural and commercial hub throughout its history. There will be time to stroll through this lively city, which, despite the devastation caused by Etna´s eruptions and earthquakes, boasts a vibrant Baroque center. Highlights include its impressive cathedral.
10:45 a.m. - Departure from Catania as we continue our journey inland.
12:00 p.m. - Arrival in Caltagirone, a city recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its significant Baroque heritage. We’ll take a guided tour aboard a tourist train to discover the city’s main attractions. Known as the center of ceramics in Sicily, Caltagirone is famous for its shops and workshops, as well as landmarks like its 142-step staircase, each step adorned with unique tiles. You’ll have free time to explore and enjoy lunch.
02:45 p.m. - Departure from Caltagirone after lunch.
03:30 p.m. - Arrival at Villa Romana del Casale (admission included). We’ll visit this UNESCO World Heritage Site, which exemplifies the grandeur of Roman agricultural estates. Not only is the 4th-century architectural layout of the villa remarkably preserved, but the exquisite mosaics decorating nearly every room are considered among the most beautiful in the Roman world.
05:00 p.m. - Departure from Villa Romana.
06:30 p.m. - Agrigento. Before heading to the hotel, we’ll enjoy a panoramic view of the stunning Valley of the Temples from the comfort of our coach. Arrival at the hotel, with dinner included.
Total distance covered: 300 km.
Today we’ll explore archaeological sites that highlight the influence of ancient Greece in Sicily. Accompanied by a local guide, we’ll visit the Valley of the Temples in Agrigento, an impressive archaeological site renowned for its well-preserved Greek temples (admission included).
11:00 a.m. - Departure from Agrigento.
01:30 p.m. - Marsala. Arrival in this historic city known for its vibrant atmosphere and famous wine. We’ll have time for lunch.
03:00 p.m. - Departure from Marsala. We’ll continue our journey around the scenic Marsala salt pans.
04:15 p.m. - Erice. This picturesque Phoenician town, perched atop a hill and surrounded by ancient walls, invites us to take a leisurely stroll.
05:15 p.m. - Departure from Erice.
07:15 p.m. - Palermo. Dinner and accommodation.
Today we’ll explore archaeological sites that highlight the influence of ancient Greece in Sicily. Accompanied by a local guide, we’ll visit the Valley of the Temples in Agrigento, an impressive archaeological site renowned for its well-preserved Greek temples (admission included).
11:00 a.m. - Departure from Agrigento.
01:30 p.m. - Marsala. Arrival in this historic city known for its vibrant atmosphere and famous wine. We’ll have time for lunch.
03:00 p.m. - Departure from Marsala. We’ll continue our journey around the scenic Marsala salt pans.
04:15 p.m. - Erice. This picturesque Phoenician town, perched atop a hill and surrounded by ancient walls, invites us to take a leisurely stroll.
05:15 p.m. - Departure from Erice.
07:15 p.m. - Palermo. Dinner and accommodation.
09:00 a.m. - After breakfast, you’ll embark on a guided tour of Palermo, including a visit to the beautiful village of Monreale, now part of the city outskirts, and home to an architectural complex that is a World Heritage Site. The Sicilian capital is a city full of contrasts, with stories of Arabs, Normans, and Baroque splendor. Highlights include the Cathedral (admission included) and the Royal Palace with its Palatine Chapel. After the panoramic tour, which will end in Piazza del Teatro Massimo, you’ll have free time for lunch and a stroll.
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.
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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