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Tour by cities: Catania; Taormina; Syracuse;

Private tour

3 days

3 cities

1day

Catania, Italy

Located at the foot of Mount Etna volcano, Catania is a beautiful Italian town. Apart from numerous hiking opportunities in the nature reserve, like rising to the volcano's crater, and splendid beaches, this town has many attractions worth seeing. As such, the Ursino Castle, the Basilica della Collegiata, the Teatro Massimo Bellini and the Catania Cathedral are among the main sights. What is more, the city is home to outstanding museums, including the Museo Diocesano and Museo Emilio Greco....

Day By Day
Day 1: Arrival in Catania
Upon arrival, you are met by your private driver, who transfers you to the hotel for check-in.

Day 2: Sightseeing Tour
Following breakfast meet your private guide and embark on a walking tour of the city which sits at the foot of Etna Mount, a highest and active volcano of Europe. Together with your guide, you see the most of the city highlights including Roman theatre, Catania Duomo and a whimsical Fontana dell'Elefante statue which is considered to be the symbol of the city.

After the tour, you may return to the hotel or continue an exploration of the city on your own.

Day 3: Departure
Following breakfast in your hotel, you check out and depart from Catania.
Included in your trip
No overnight stay
Included Experiences
Half Day Guided City Tour
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Included Transfers
Arrival Private Transfer Sedan
Departure Private Transfer Sedan
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Rail

Connection | Catania - Taormina

2nd Class Seat

Catania Centrale

Catania, Italy

1 hour

Taormina-Giardini

Taormina, Italy

2nights

Taormina, Italy

Sitting near the foot of Mount Etna volcano, Taormina is one of the most interesting cities in Sicily. This Italian town has much to offer travelers from great beach leisure to numerous sightseeing options. Among the unmissable attractions of Taormina are the centuries-old Greek Theater, Ciampoli Palace, the Taormina Castle and one of the most scenic squares - the Square of the 9th of April. Another must-visit place is the natural Blue Grotto called Grotta Azzurra....

Day By Day
Day 3: Arrival in Taormina
Upon arrival at your hotel, you have the rest if the day at leisure.

Day 4: Day Trip to Mount Etna and Wine Tasting
In the morning meet your private driver and set off on a trip to one of the most famous Sicily attractions - Mount Etna, the highest volcano in Europe.

Your driver takes you to an access point - the Rifugio Sapienza on the southern slope located 2,000 meters (6562 feet) above sea level. Here you take a walk to visit the "Silvestri" craters and the latest new lava flows and craters from 2001-2003 and enjoy the desert moon atmosphere!

On the way down you also visit a local winery to have a tasting of the Etna wine.

After the winery visit you have a transfer back to Taormina hotel.

Day 5: Departure
Following breakfast in your hotel, you check out and meet your private driver for the transfer.
Included in your trip
No overnight stay
Eurostars Monte Tauro Hotel
4-star hotel
Via Madonna Delle Grazie, 3, Taormina, Italy, 98039
Classic Double Room Breakfast Included
Hotel Monte Tauro features panoramic views of Naxos Bay and is located close to major attractions such as Taormina’s Greek-Roman Theatre. All rooms have a balcony or terrace with views of the Ionian Sea, each is elegantly furnished and comes with a satellite TV, a minibar, and free WiFi.Guests are welcome to dine in the on-site sea-view restaurant and to relax in the pool with hydromassage jets.... show more
1 room / 2 nights
Included Experiences
Half Day Guided Tour
Half Day Tour to Mount Etna and Wine Tasting
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Included Transfers
Arrival Private Transfer Sedan
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Car

Connection | Taormina - Syracuse

Private Transfer Sedan

Taormina hotel

Taormina, Italy

1 hour

Syracuse hotel

Syracuse, Italy

1day

Syracuse, Italy

The Sicilian city Syracuse is well-known for its well-preserved ancient treasures. The largest concentration of sights is located in the Archaeological Park Neapolis with iconic places like the Greek Theatre of Syracuse. Another outstanding place is the limestone cave called the Ear of Dionysius. The city's historical part located on Ortygia Island also encompasses beautiful architecture like the Cathedral of Syracuse, the Temple of Apollo and Arethusa Fountain....

Day By Day
Day 5: Arrival
Upon arrival at the hotel, you have the rest of the day at leisure.

Day 6: Sightseeing Tour
Upon arrival at the hotel meet your guide and together you start the city tour. Today you visit one of the most important archeological sites in the World, the Neapolis Park of Syracuse. Here you explore the still-working Greek Theater, the Ear of Dionysius and the Roman Amphitheater.

Your tour continuous to the delightful Ortygia Island where you have an inside visit to the Duomo where a Greek Doric temple remains to be a part of it, and for this reason, it is included in the UNESCO list.

After the tour you return to the hotel and rest of the day is at your leisure.

Day 7 Discovering Baroque Towns Tour
Following breakfast in your hotel, meet your private driver and embark on a trip to UNESCO Heritage sites - Baroque towns Ragusa, Modica and Noto. Upon arrival to Ragusa, meet a local guide and start a city tour. Ragusa was almost destroyed in an earthquake in 1693 and was subsequently rebuilt and divided into two parts Ragusa Ibla (lower town) and Superiore (upper town).

Head to Modica - a town of 100 churches. Besides marvelous architecture, this town is famous for its Cioccolato di Modica production.

On the way back with your driver have a short photo stop in Noto.

Day 8: Departure
Following breakfast in your hotel, you check out and depart from Syracuse.
Included in your trip
No overnight stay
Included Experiences
Half Day Guided City Tour
Full Day Tour Discovering Baroque Towns
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Included Transfers
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What’s included:

Accommodation at remarkable downtown hotels;
Breakfasts at the hotels;
Airport transfers and all transportation according to the itinerary;
Breathtaking sightseeing tours according to the itinerary with professional English-speaking guides;
Support line during the trip.

Not included: international flights, multiple arrival/departure transfers, other meals not mentioned in the program, optional tours and services, all personal expenses.

Note:

1. Hotels availability is subject to change. In case current hotels are booked out we will provide alternative hotels of an equal value for you.

2. We include 1 vehicle for your arrival and departure transfers. If multiple vehicles are required additional transfer costs will apply.

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