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• Food & Culinary

Small Group Sicily Food & Wine Tour (Maximum 8 Guests)

A fun tour. The group I travelled with made quick friends. Most of the accommodations were acceptable. Taormina was a treat staying at the Splendid hotel. Marcus our guide in Palermo was exceptional. I felt the food and wine experiences were average.

• 10% deposit on some dates Some departure dates offer you the chance to book this tour with a lower deposit.

• In-depth Cultural

Explore Southern Sicily

Tour was fabulous. Our tour leader Luca was amazing - incredibly knowledgeable, organized and helpful. Our tour group of 14 got along well and we really enjoyed each other’s company. Luca organized an optional dinner each evening and all opted to attend every dinner. We saw amazing sites and ate fabulous food. I would love to do another G Adventures tour.

New Tour of Sicily from Palermo 10 Days

The tour started for us in Palermo and does a circuit. Some people start it in Catania so you meet a new group halfway through. Our first guide Luccio was very nice he finished in Catania. We had WhatsApp contact with him 24/7. Angelo was our second guide and he was fabulous!! Very experienced; kind; attentive; knowledgeable; and very tolerant and accommodating with all the different types of people you can meet on a tour. Hotels were budget, but clean and safe. Well located in Palerma and Catania. Not all had comfortable beds. All had good breakfasts. The tour included 2 dinners and lunches in Taormina, Agrigento, Cefalu, Modica and Monreale. All 3 courses! Lots of standing around in the archaeological sites while local guide gave talks. It was 27°Check-in and quite warm in the sun. 32 people lining up for the toilets took a while, so quick toilet stops were anything but. The bus was comfortable and had USB ports for charging devices and was nicely air-conditioned. Generally, a well paced tour. For price/quality ratio it was an excellent budget tour. Would totally recommend to friends and family

Sicilian Secrets - Tour of Sicily 8 days 2024

Great tour! Highly suggested

• Coach / Bus

Splendor of Sicily 8 Days Tour - from Catania

The tour was extremely organized and well run. I can't say enough about the tour guide Placido. He was attentive, interested and interesting. Very patient and helpful with any issues. He handled himself very professionally and was polite at all times. Not to say extremely knowledgable about the history of Sicily in particular and Italy in general. I would highly recommend this tour and especially this tour guide.

Sicilian Secrets - Tour of Sicily 10 days from Palermo 2024

The tour was excellent.

Northern Sicily: Islands & Volcanoes

Sicilian Landscapes: Catania-Catania (8 days/7 nights)

We had a wonderful time during our one week “Sicilian Secrets” trip. Our guide Placido was very well organized, full of interesting stories and the sights were simply marvellous. Everything ran very smoothly and maybe we were lucky but we had a great core group of fellow travellers that respected the given times and so we moved right along without any troubles or delays. This tour is setup so that people can start in Catania, Ragusa or Palermo .,. but it was never a problem that certain people were joining or finishing in various towns along the way. Accommodations and food were always decent and sometimes even great, depending on the place. The bus was very comfortable and our driver Angelo was always kind, a true professional and we felt in very good hands as he navigated our very comfortable, full size bus, effortlessly through many tight and winding mountain roads. We definitely felt that we got our money’s worth. Sicily is a stunning island holding new surprises around every corner and this round trip allowed us to see so much of its great beauty in a very comfortable way. We can only recommend it.

• $50 deposit on some dates Some departure dates offer you the chance to book this tour with a lower deposit.

• Hiking & Trekking

Small Group Tour of Sicily: Highlights (Maximum 8 Guests)

This was a great experience. Four Australians and four from the USA. The hotels were top notch, the tour guides knowledgeable, the communication was very well done. There was one glitch related to transporting luggage from one hotel to another, which was immediately fixed. Wine tours, included meals and of course Sicily. All eight of us enjoyed this tour immensely, and my wife and I will definitely travel via Tour Radar again. Would love to assemble the same group!

Best of Sicily - 8 Days (Small Group Tour)

Very pleased with the tour. The guides were personable and well informed. The hotels very nice and the chosen restaurants and variety of offered foods exceeded expectations. Only complaint is that I wish tips had been included. There was a lot of confusion as to who should get tipped and what was the appropriate amount. All in all I feel that it was a great mix of seeing Sicily yet having free time to explore independently.

Mini Tour of Sicily from Catania to Palermo

The accommodation was excellent, the meals were great, the tour guide and driver did their jobs well. At times we were standing for too long listening to guides. Need to consider the age demographic and look at finding more seating on the walking tours. Some of the towns we visited were for free time and there was really nothing to see or do- wasted hours. Please consider the locations and the number of stairs as this impacted our enjoyment. The tour stated suitable for children through to 90- a little misleading. Overall we enjoyed the tour, just a few glitches that could be addressed. ????

Private Sicily Food & Wine Lovers Tour

This private tour of Sicily one of the most fun, relaxing, beautiful, and delicious (!) vacations we've ever had--the perfect way to break out of the Covid "lockdown" blues after not being able to travel for 17 months. If you are considering this vacation, stop looking and book this tour before it sells out--you will not regret it!! I originally thought I would book the small group tour, but because of covid--and more importantly because the private tour price was so reasonable--we booked this as a private tour, and it couldn't have been more perfect. Massimo is the SINGLE BEST travel agent we've ever used. I don't say this lightly--First, I'm extremely picky (I'm a professor and scientist, and I tend to analyze everything; I want only the very best experiences; second, we have traveled all over the world, and we have very high standards and expectations. We have always had wonderful local travel agents, but Massimo went "above and beyond" in every way imaginable. His communication was phenomenal; with Covid restrictions, we weren't sure we were going to be able to make the trip happen at all, and at every stage Massimo would send me the latest information on Italy, and also he basically said we could cancel for a full refund even a week before our trip, which is an extremely generous policy and eased a lot of my stress. I ask a lot of questions, and he answered every question very quickly with detailed answers. He treated me more like a friend or family member than a "client."If he hadn't been so friendly, reassuring, and had such a flexible policy, we probably wouldn't have taken the trip. The trip itself was absolutely perfect in every way. When local travel agents plan trips for us, I meticulously read reviews of all the hotels and activities, and I end up making suggestions for revisions or alterations. In this case, all of the reviews were stellar, so I didn't ask fora single revision. And yet, every single tour, activity, and hotel Massimo planned was FABULOUS. I wouldn't change a thing! The care with which Massimo puts into his tours--and especially his clients--is amazing. He would what's app me every evening to remind me of the pickup time the next morning, and again during the day to check in to see how our day was going, whether we were enjoying an activity, and if he could do anything to make things better. I noticed that every tour we went on, they took pictures of us and sent them to Massimo, which I believe was his way of making sure we were always well cared for, and where we were supposed to be. I truly felt like he deeply cared about us and wanted to make sure we were having the best time possible. His drivers, guides, and tours were also top notch. Every single driver (without exception) was early to pick us up, spoke great English, and was incredibly friendly and informative--it's as if he chose to only work with contractors who have his same wonderful personality. Each and every tour guide was also incredibly knowledgeable, passionate, and engaging, some of the best guides we've had in any city. All of the activities -- from cooking classes to food tours to wine tasting -- were incredible as well. What I loved most of all was that I literally never had to worry about anything, because everything was so perfectly chose and planned and because Massimo was always watching over us to make sure everything went well. I will absolutely recommend this tour of Sicily and especially Massimo to all of my friends and family!

Absolute Sicily: Palermo - Palermo (10 days/9 nights)

Placido was very informative and he could not have been better in this regard. Part way through the trip however he started chatting with Angelo a lot and was quite loud so anyone near the front of the bus had no “quiet time” when needed. He was however very good at looking after everyone too. Some of the hotels left something to be desired while others were fantastic! Too much tome was spent in places that offered little while other stops offered much to see but little time to see them. Get rid of the shopping stop on the way back to Palermo as it was a waste of time. We came to see the country not go to a mall. Rearrange the tour a little and it would be much better. Hotel in Catania offered no air conditioning and no opportunity to move to a area that did have it and our dinners were in the basement. It’s a good thing we are a happy group. Tour radar has been wonderful and attentive but I would not use the same tour group again

Sicilian Secrets

The trip was well organized. The guide - Placido certainly knew his subjects and was very happy to answer questions. The accomodation was all very good as were the breakfasts. .The group was large and I didn't realise that when I booked. Also you did need to be fit ( I am) but some people found the wakking/steps very difficult

Highlights of Sicily

What people love about sicily solo tours.

I can’t say enough good things about our experience in Sicily thanks to Mossimo and his team. Excellent, informative tour guides…Denise, Carlos, Antonio and Sem. The cooking class may have been the highlight, but all of the activities were fun and the pace of the tour, planned activities/free time mix was perfect. Will definitely recommend!

We loved our Sicily tour!!! We had a wonderful guide, Luca who was helpful even beyond our time with him as we left Sicily and moved on to mainland Italy. The accommodations were good and the food delish! We will be using them again!

We had the best tour guide ever. Placido is an asset for your company. He make sure that everything went smooth and his knowledge is academic.

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Sicily for Solo Travelers

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Set out with solo travelers to discover Sicily.

Whether you’re visiting Sicily for the history or the cuisine, the island has a rustic charm that sets it apart from mainland Italy. Experience the inimitable culture of the Mediterranean destination on this guided tour created for solo travelers. Along the way, meet like-minded travelers who also want to eat all the arancini their hearts desire (or their stomachs can handle).

Your tour package includes

• 6 nights in a private room at handpicked hotels
• 6 breakfasts
• 3 dinners with beer or wine
• 1 cooking class

Included highlights

• Cappella Palatina
• Piazza Armerina
• Sicilian cooking class
• Island of Ortygia
• Syracuse Cathedral

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Day-by-day itinerary

Board your overnight flight to Palermo today.

Welcome to Italy! Settle in to your hotel. Then, gather with your Tour Director and fellow group members at a mixer before enjoying a welcome dinner.

This morning, embark on a guided tour of the bayside city of Palermo.

• Discover the city’s Baroque architecture as you pass the Quattro Canti piazza in the historic center.
• Step inside the Cappella Palatina to see the stunning mosaics and artwork.
• End with a tasting of a delicious local specialty.

Spend a free afternoon in Palermo or add an excursion.

Ancient Ruins of Segesta

From $85 per person

On the way to Syracuse, stop for a guided tour of Piazza Armerina and view the stunning mosaics in the UNESCO-listed Villa Romana del Casale.

After, continue on to Syracuse and sit down for an included dinner.

Begin the day by crafting an authentic Sicilian meal alongside a professional chef during a hands-on cooking class. Learn some tips and techniques before enjoying your creations during an included lunch with wine.

Later, embark on a guided tour of Syracuse, a city known for its rich Greek history.

• Visit the Greek theater, the most complete ancient Greek theater still in existence.
• Tour the massive Paradise Quarry and gardens, featuring the cave that Caravaggio dubbed “The Ear of Dionysius” for its unique acoustics.
• Visit the Roman amphitheater, then cross a bridge to the Island of Ortygia to see the Temple of Apollo and Syracuse Cathedral.

Transfer to Taormina, where a local guide introduces you to this scenic town perched high above the sea.

• Stroll along the city’s cobblestone streets to see Taormina Cathedral and Palazzo Corvaja, seat of the first Sicilian parliament.
• Visit the town’s 2nd-century Greek theater which, on clear days, offers panoramic vistas of Mount Etna.

Spend a free day in Taormina or add an excursion.

Celebrate your trip at a farewell dinner featuring live music played by local musicians this evening.

Museo Storico dello Sbarco & Historic Catania

From $65 per person

Transfer to the Catania airport for your flight home or continue on to explore Rome.

Fly to Rome and spend a free evening in the Italian capital on your own.

Follow in the footsteps of the ancient Romans on a guided walking tour to discover its beautiful, centuries-old squares and fountains.

• Stroll past the Spanish Steps, where Bernini’s Baroque-style fountain has stood since the 1600s.
• Walk to the intricately carved Trevi Fountain, and toss a coin for good luck.
• Step inside the Pantheon, home to the world’s largest unreinforced concrete dome.
• Learn about the engineering skills of the ancient Romans and how they created this well-preserved temple.
• End at Piazza Navona and see the Fountain of the Four Rivers.

Spend a free afternoon in Rome or add an excursion.

Ancient Rome: St. Paul’s Basilica & the Catacombs

From $89 per person

Enjoy a free day in Rome or add excursions. This evening, enjoy a farewell drink as you celebrate your trip with your fellow group members.

Iconic Sights: Vatican City

From $125 per person

Pasta-Making Class & Dinner

From $119 per person

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Overall rating 4.7 out of 5

5 out of 5 stars

Sicily is beautiful. The food is delicious. The people are pleasant. The local tour guides are quite knowledgeable about their history. Overall, EF Tours is a great agency to plan your trips. I love the experience, and I also met great people from all walks of life. Overall, it was a fantastic tri...

Sicily was lovely. Hotels very nice, overall. Stunning views of the ocean/volcano/ruins/countryside. Tour guides and driver all good. Met many new friends. Nothing's ever perfect, but terrific, for the most part.

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• In order to enter Italy, U.S. and Canadian citizens need a valid passport with an expiration date extending at least six months beyond the date of reentry.
• We recommend having at least one blank passport page for entry stamps.
• Beginning in 2025, U.S. and Canadian passport holders must register for an ETIAS travel authorization in order to enter many European countries.
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• You will walk for at least 1.5 hours daily across uneven terrain, including cobblestone streets and unpaved roads.
• Travelers should be healthy enough to participate in all included walks without assistance. Adding optional excursions may increase the total amount of walking on your tour.
• You should feel comfortable managing your own baggage at times.
• Go Ahead Tours and the Tour Director who accompanies your group are unable to provide special, individual mobility assistance to travelers on tour. The responsibility of the Tour Director is to ensure the group as a whole enjoys a relaxing and informative journey, and he or she cannot be relied upon to provide ongoing, individualized assistance to any one traveler.
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• A flight from Catania to Rome is included in the price of your tour extension.
• All other included transportation on this tour is by private motor coach.
• Please note that our travelers are limited to one checked bag and one carry-on bag per person due to storage limitations on motor coaches and other transfers, which may include train connections or flights.
• Contact your airline(s) for baggage size and weight restrictions for your flights, which may include on-tour flights in addition to your round-trip flights to and from tour. Please note that your included on-tour flights may have more restrictive baggage limits.
• Some airlines may impose additional charges if you choose to check any baggage or exceed baggage size and weight restrictions. Be advised that you are responsible for any baggage fees incurred on all flights.
• Make sure you label your baggage and keep valuables, medication, and documents in your carry-on bag.
• We recommend packing lightweight, loose-fitting clothing that can be easily layered to accommodate varying temperatures, as well as a light jacket or rainwear.
• A sturdy pair of walking shoes or sneakers is recommended for sightseeing.
• You may want to pack dressier attire if you plan to visit a high-end restaurant or attend a special performance.
• It is preferable not to visit churches or other religious sites with bare legs and shoulders (and entrance may be denied on this basis).
• At least 60 days prior to departure, check with your doctor or healthcare provider for the latest updates and entry requirements, or visit the Center for Disease Control and Prevention website at cdc.gov .
• If you have medication that you take daily, be sure you have enough for each day of the tour as well as any possible delays encountered.
• If you have dietary restrictions and/or food allergies please notify Go Ahead Tours at least 30 days prior to departure by logging in to your account and updating your traveler info. To update this information closer to your departure date, please call our Customer Experience Team.
• Sicilian cuisine in particular is heavily influenced by Spanish, Greek, and Arab traditions. The Spanish brought New World influences to the region in the form of tomatoes, chocolate, and maize, while the Arab influence can be tasted in recipes that include rice, spinach, saffron, and citrus fruits. Regional specialties include arancini , cannoli , and granita .
• For more authentic meals, try local trattorias , small restaurants set away from the main piazzas. A typical Italian meal includes wines and the occasional beer, followed by a few sips of after-dinner drinks like grappa or limoncello .
• On the tour extension, Roman food is typically freshly prepared and varies depending on the season. Must-try bites include cacio e pepe (a simple dish of pasta, cheese, and pepper) and supplí (a fried rice ball similar to Sicily’s arancini ).
• Italy operates on the European standard 220-240 volts and uses Types C, F, or L plugs with two or three small, round pins.
• We recommend packing a universal adapter, as well as a voltage converter if you plan on using your own hairdryer or other device without a built-in converter.
• The strength of the air conditioning in European hotels is often not as strong or as cool as what you might be used to in the U.S. or Canada. When air conditioning is available, it is usually regulated seasonally and controlled centrally by the hotel.
• Your hotels may provide hairdryers, irons, and other small appliances. However, these amenities cannot be guaranteed.
• Wi-Fi is available in most hotels, though some charges may apply.
• There is no Wi-Fi on any of the motor coaches.
• Please contact your mobile service provider for information on roaming charges.
• Italy is one hour ahead of Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) and six hours ahead of Eastern Time (ET).
• When it’s noon in New York, it’s 6pm on tour.
• You will use the euro on tour.
• Better rates of exchange are usually available overseas, although it’s worth ordering some currency from your local bank to use when you first arrive.
• We strongly advise that you take debit/bank cards and credit cards, which can be used to withdraw cash at local banks as needed.
• You can use most debit/credit cards at ATMs on the international networks Cirrus and Plus, but make sure to check with your home bank about withdrawal fees.
• Inform your bank and credit card company of your travel plans so that they won’t confuse your international purchases for fraudulent charges.
• International banks and businesses primarily accept debit and credit cards that work with the EMV chip system. If you do not already have at least one debit or credit card with a chip in it, we strongly recommend requesting one from your bank prior to your tour.
• At the conclusion of your tour, it’s customary to offer your Tour Director and driver a gratuity in local currency. Please keep current exchange rates in mind.
• We recommend tipping the equivalent of $10USD to $12USD per person per day for your Tour Director and the equivalent of $3USD per person per day for your driver.
• If applicable, we also recommend the equivalent of $2USD per local guide.
• Tips can only be paid in cash.
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• Please be advised that if you pay for an excursion by credit card while on tour, it may take up to three months for your card to be charged.
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  Join Best Single Travel on this Italy singles vacation that travels to Sicily, said to be the most spectacular drive in Europe. Each destination is as fantastic as the last and Italy will inspire the imagination and create unforgettable memories.

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The Solo Traveller’s Guide to Sicily

Out there in the Med between mainland Europe and North Africa, this captivating island may belong to Italy, but it has an allure that feels further-flung. Waves of invaders have left behind a rich and varied culture, from sun-bleached Greek temples to spice-infused Arab markets to majestic Norman cathedrals. The landscape is just as diverse – you might scale the snow-dusted slopes of volcanic Mt Etna in the morning, then spend the afternoon on the beach with an Aperol spritz. Then there’s the food, a mouthwatering fusion of flavour that’s worth the trip alone. Fancy a taste? Read on…

What’s the sicily vibe.

In a nutshell: vibrant, a celebration of food, family and friendship. If you head off the beaten path and into the rugged interior, communication can be a little tricky, as many people speak a Sicilian dialect. But you’ll always find Sicilians welcoming and helpful – and English is widely spoken in the main tourist spots. The loveliest time to visit Sicily is in spring, for sunny but not scorching days. (July and August are roasting, with Italians descending for their holidays and hotel prices soaring.)

A Sicily trip overview for solo travellers

A two-week loop allows ample time to tick off Sicily’s must-sees, with beach lounging and gelato-tasting along the way. Begin in Palermo, with its architectural treasures and raffish charm. Don’t miss the shimmering Palatine chapel and Unesco-listed corker of a cathedral in nearby Monreale. Heading southwest, travel further back in time: the crumbling Greek temples of Segesta and Selinunte charm even history-phobes with their dreamy settings. These are just the warm-up act – most eye-popping is the Valley of the Temples at Agrigento in the south (arrive early in summer to dodge the crowds).

Where to stay in Sicily as a solo traveller

Even on a budget, it’s easy to find stylish bed-downs, from charming B&Bs in Palermo to grand country piles encircled by olive groves. A great option for solo travellers is an agriturismo – a stay on a working farm or wine estate. You’ll get a real flavour of Sicilian life with sociable home-cooked meals, and many places have their own pools, with bonuses such as horse-riding or cookery courses. Fancy splashing out for a night or two? Take your pick of luxe retreats , from elegant palazzi overlooking the Med to sleek city boltholes.

What to do in Sicily

Watch a performance at the Teatro Greco

Taormina’s ancient Greek theatre couldn’t have a more dramatic setting, with the sparkling Med below and Mount Etna brooding in the background. During the summer, you can catch one of the live performances staged here, from ballet to pop.

Go island-hopping in the Aeolians

Idyllic specks off Sicily’s northeast coast, these seven tiny islands attract a celebrity crowd, but it’s their natural beauty that’s the real draw. Admire volcanic black-sand beaches, float in dayglo-jade seas and feast on fresh seafood.

Take a wild ride up Mount Etna

You could just take the cable car, but far more fun is an off-road jeep trip up Sicily’s iconic volcano. Rising through pine forests, you’ll emerge above the tree line into a barren moonscape, traversing hardened lava flows and peering into smouldering craters. Try this on a small group tour with us – La Dolce Vita: the Best of Sicily .

Eat and drink in Sicily as a solo traveller

Leave any notions of dieting behind – this is the island where a gelato-stuffed brioche is a perfectly acceptable breakfast. Eating is one of Sicily’s great pleasures, and you could easily spend a trip here rolling from one mouthwatering meal to the next. Even in the most humble trattoria, you’re pretty much guaranteed a foodie feast. Don’t miss classic dishes such as pasta alla norma , laced with aubergine, basil and ricotta, or saffron-infused fish couscous. Wash it down with a glass of excellent Sicilian wine – big names include Planeta and Donnafugata.

Getting around in Sicily as a solo traveller

While it’s possible to journey using public transport, trains are slow and buses can be infrequent, especially on Sundays. Hiring a car will give you far more freedom to explore, but be prepared for some lively Sicilian driving. It’s wise to stick with a small vehicle, as you’ll find it far easier to negotiate narrow town centres. If you can, choose an automatic, since the island is very hilly, so you’ll be constantly changing gears otherwise.

Stay safe, stay happy

Just take the usual precautions against bag-snatching and pickpockets in the main cities. Solo female travellers in Palermo will feel perfectly happy in a hotel in a busy area, and central streets are well-lit after dark.

Cultural need-to-knows in Sicily

Be aware that Sicilians take their afternoon siesta seriously – many places close between 1pm and 5pm. When visiting churches, bare shoulders and knees should be covered – a light shawl or scarf should do the trick.

Fancy exploring the island as part of a small group of like-minded travellers? Sign up with us – La Dolce Vita: the Best of Sicily is a 10-day adventure taking in highlights including Palermo (for a cooking class) and Mount Etna by 4×4.

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Tour sicily solo and admire its fascinating history and sparkling coast.

Explore Sicily, the Mediterranean's largest island, where sprawling olive and citrus groves meet verdant pine forests and red volcanic cliffs against the breathtaking backdrop of snow-capped Mount Etna.

Beyond its heavenly natural beauty, Sicily boasts a variety of ancient Roman and Greek ruins alongside exquisite Baroque palazzos and excellent restaurants which dish up the finest of Italian cuisine, with abundant fresh seafood from the surrounding Mediterranean Sea.

On this eight-day adventure specially designed for solo travellers, you'll see some of the island's most incredible sights and historic gems with the company of an expert tour manager.

Your journey begins with a visit to Agrigento's Valley of the Temples, a renowned archaeological wonder housing the remarkably preserved Temple of Concordia, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

You'll then make your way along the island's easter coastline to Ragusa, a pretty hilltop city with an old town and a new town sitting on adjacent hills, Noto, a town which appears to glow gold in the sun due to its limestone buildings, and Siracusa, where you'll discover the beautiful island old town of Ortigia.

A highlight will be three nights in Taormina, one of Sicily's most stylish towns, perched on a hilltop close to Mount Etna. Sicily's crowning glory and the highest volcano in Europe, Mount Etna is a fascinating natural monument, and you'll wind up through its foothills admiring its otherworldly landscapes.

Throughout the trip, you'll be staying at carefully chosen four-star hotels, two with an outdoor swimming pool, and all with excellent dining facilities where you'll enjoy breakfast and dinner each day with your fellow travellers.

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• Seven nights' accommodation
• Two nights at the four-star Hotel Baia di Ulisse
• Two nights at the four-star Hotel Mercure Siracusa
• Three nights at the Albatros Hotel
• Daily breakfast and dinner
• See the historic sights of Syracuse and explore Ortygia with a local guide
• Visit Noto, a town completely rebuilt after the 1693 earthquake
• Guided visit to Valley of the Temples in Agrigento
• Follow a local guide through the charming old town of Ragusa
• Guided visit to Villa Romana del Casale in Piazza Armerina
• Explore elegant Taormina
• Wine tasting and pairing dinner and vineyard tour on the lower slopes of Etna
• Return flights and transfers
• Tour Manager
• All local taxes and transfers

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* From price is per person, based on double room with sole occupancy, subject to availability and based on 25 October 2024 departure date. Various departure dates are available, please call for details . Price and itinerary correct at time of print but may be subject to change. Deposit required. Not suitable for those with mobility issues. Local charges such as tourist tax may apply. Offers are not valid in conjunction with any other offers or promotions. Travel insurance is not included and should be taken out at time of booking. Images used may not reflect your actual tour experience. This holiday may be sold through other selected brands. Tour is operated by and subject to the booking conditions of TS Travel Ltd and Riviera Tours Limited.

Today you'll fly to Catania before transferring to Agrigento, where you'll spend the next two nights at the four-star Baia di Ulisse Hotel.

After some free time to settle in, you'll enjoy dinner and a welcome drink on the hotel terrace - a wonderful way to relax and meet your group at the start of your Sicilian adventure.

After breakfast, you'll set off to see one of the world's greatest archaeological sites, the ancient Greek Valley of the Temples in Agrigento.

You'll marvel at the ruins of seven Doric temples dating back to the 6th century BC, which remain in excellent condition, thanks to Sicily's gentle climate.

Situated on a rocky ridge overlooking the surrounding valleys and across the sea towards Tunisia, these temples once dominated the skyline in an incredible show of power. Even thousands of years later, the ruins are an impressive sight, especially the almost perfectly preserved Concordia with its tapering columns, similar to the Parthenon in Athens.

You'll explore these intriguing ruins with your guide and visit the archaeological museum before taking some time to explore Agrigento itself.

This morning you'll visit Ragusa, a city divided into a historic old town and a new town, sitting on adjacent hills.

As you explore the tangle of sloping streets and winding alleyways of the old town with a local guide, you'll come to the Piazza Duomo, where a beautifully adorned Baroque cathedral overlooks faded pastel buildings. Just beyond sits the San Giuseppe Church, topped with an ornate cupola holding a trio of bells.

If you wish to take a break over a freshly squeezed orange juice or an ice-cold Sicilian lemonade, you'll find plenty of pavement cafés offering shade against the enchanting backdrop of decorated palazzos.

You'll then continue to the pretty town of Noto, on a hilltop surrounded by olive groves and thick woodland. Almost entirely rebuilt after the earthquake of 1693, Noto is the home of Sicilian Baroque, and its cathedral is its centrepiece - the dome was recently rebuilt after its dramatic collapse in 1996.

Later in the afternoon, you'll drive to Siracusa, where we stay for two nights at the four-star Hotel Mercure Siracusa.

Today you'll enjoy a coach tour of Siracusa, where you'll see the city's striking architecture, including the columned Art Deco-style Pantheon overlooking manicured gardens, and the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Tears with its towering spire and Madonna statue.

You'll then head over to beautiful Ortigia, Siracusa's island old town, jutting out into the Ionian Sea. This tiny island is filled with more than 2,500 years of history encompassing Greek and Roman ruins, Norman buildings and fine Baroque landmarks.

After our tour, you may choose to take a boat trip around the peninsula to see Ortigia's honey-hued stone buildings from the water, or you may choose to explore further at your own pace.

After breakfast, you'll drive to one of the most extensive and best-preserved collections of Roman mosaics in the world at the Villa Romana del Casale near Piazza Armerina.

During our guided tour of this 4th-century Roman villa, you'll see the Great Hunt mosaic with its leaping lions and roaring tigers, and the famous 'Bikini Girls' mosaic depicting ladies playing sports in skimpy togas.

Extraordinary, faded frescoes can also be seen adorning this palatial villa, which is so grand that many believe it was the home of one of the Roman co-emperors of the Diocletian era.

As you wander the atmospheric maze of rooms, you'll also learn the history of this UNESCO World Heritage site, which owes its incredible preservation to a landslide that covered many of the mosaics, thus protecting them from the island's earthquakes.

This afternoon you'll transfer to the four-star superior Albatros Hotel in Letojanni, where you'll stay for the last three nights of your trip.

This morning you can spend time exploring Taormina, a town perched on a jutting hilltop some 250 metres above the coastline, with the sea to its front and magnificent Mount Etna to its back.

Taormina is a typically Italian coastal retreat which merges medieval charm with elegance and glamour, with typically Sicilian buildings in pale stone, dotted by the vibrant colour of flowerpots and window boxes brimming with blooms.

If you'd like to shop for souvenirs then follow the Corso Umberto, Taormina's pedestrian-friendly thoroughfare. You'll pass an array of tempting window displays featuring designer wear, colourful ceramics and sparkling jewellery, along with gelaterias, pizzerias and patisseries.

Peach-hued townhouses give way to the Piazza IX April, which looks down the tree-covered hill to the sea. Why not look for a family-run 'minimarket' with tiny tables and sample some Marsala wine?

Today you'll discover Sicily's crowning glory, Mount Etna, the highest volcano in Europe. Ascending the winding road, the landscape becomes increasingly eerie and alien, with razor-sharp black rocks in contorted formations, and some areas devoid of almost all vegetation.

As you near the cable car station you can enjoy incredible views over the whole area before heading to the fertile lower slopes dotted with farms and villages to an organic family-run winery.

A tour of a local vineyard and winery, which have remained within the same family since 1772, will give you a fascinating insight into the advantages of this unique location for wine growing. Here, the volcanic soil and fluctuating temperatures combine to grow a very specific flavour of grape. You'll also learn how wines aged in chestnut barrels produce a flavour that's different to the more typical oak.

Your tour concludes with a final dinner in a wonderful vineyard setting, where local dishes will be paired with the perfect robust reds or fragrant whites.

Today you'll check out of your hotel and transfer to Catania for your return flight home.

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Singles Holidays Italy for Solo Travelers & Friends: As you explore Italy’s largest island you’ll discover a host of highlights. Its most famous landmark is Mount Etna, and you can choose to ascend Europe’s tallest active volcano by cable car. Perched high on a cliff is Taormina, and here you’ll see its incredible Greco-Roman theatre. On to Syracuse next, where a Greek theatre carved into the hills is one highlight of your tour. A visit to the Villa del Casale reveals a rich collection of Roman mosaics, while Sicily’s capital, Palermo, is a feast for the eyes with its diverse mix of architectural styles and the exquisite mosaics housed inside the Capella Palatine chapel. Explore Monreale Cathedral, which boasts many sparkling treasures and enjoy a stroll around Cefalú, a lovely seaside town which is also blessed with many sightseeing highlights.

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Day 1 UK – Catania

Today you fly to Catania. Meet your fellow travellers over a drink and dinner this evening.

Day 2 Taormina

Day 3 letojanni – at leisure.

Spend the day as you please, enjoying the facilities of the hotel or at the nearby beach. Alternatively join an optional excursion to the historical city of Syracuse where we’ll explore the old town of Ortigia with a guide followed by time to explore at your leisure.

Day 4 Piazza Armerina

Day 5 cefalu, day 6 campofelice di roccella – at leisure, day 7 palermo & monreale.

Today we’ll visit Palermo, Sicily’s vibrant capital, which boasts a wealth of architecture ranging in style from Arabic to Art Nouveau. We’ll stop at the market where we’ll be treated to a street food experience in a local cafe. Snacking on the street is a proud, centuries-old tradition in Palermo and we’re going to taste an array of authentic Sicilian delicacies. Watching over Palermo is the beautiful Monreale Cathedral, one of the greatest examples of Norman architecture in the world. The pleasant yet unremarkable exterior of the cathedral offers no clue as to the exquisite golden paintings and spectacular mosaics you’ll discover when you venture inside. This evening gather with your travelling companions for a farewell get-together.

Day 8 Catania – UK

Today we’ll transfer to Catania airport for our return flight to the UK.

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Pools are typically open from May-October, at the discretion of the hotel.

Please note – 16 June 2023 & 8 September 2023 departures are women-only tours. 

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The essence of sicily.

A cultural kaleidoscope wrapped in dramatic landscapes, Sicily is studded with Baroque towns and Byzantine mosaics, sprinkled with classical ruins and Norman castles, scented with wild herbs and citrus groves, and steeped in legends and drama.

Why choose a tour in Sicily?

Set just off the toe of the boot-shaped Italian mainland, Sicily has been seducing travellers since the 17 th century. With beautiful beaches, archaeological treasures, Aeolian Islands, UNESCO sites, and iconic Mount Etna, tours in Sicily cover everything from cultural heritage to contrasting landscapes.

We circle the island through its ancient past , from Syracuse, the site of Archimedes’ ‘Eureka’ moment; to the Roman mosaics of Villa del Casale, Agrigento’s Greek ‘Valley of Temples’; Phoenician relics on a tiny islet, the rock tombs of Pantalica, and the ruins of Selinunte city, isolated, elevated, and enormous.

There are tours to the UNESCO listed ‘Towns of Val di Noto’, south-eastern Noto, Scicli, Ragusa and Catania; all destroyed in the 1693 earthquake and rebuilt in the florid façades of Baroque splendour.

Breathtaking Byzantine art graces churches and cathedrals with gleaming gilded mosaics, in Palermo, Monreale, and coastal Cefalú, its Middle Ages heart meeting a modern and vibrant shore; while splendid Taormina encapsulates Sicily’s past and present, with a Greek amphitheatre, medieval alleys, and a main street hemmed with chic shops.

Some places which are new to you may seem familiar, as we fuse fact with fiction in film, TV, and literary locations, from the Savoca setting for scenes of ‘The Godfather’, to Punta Secca’s sites for Inspector Montalbano , and the volcanoes of Stromboli, where Jules Verne’s adventurers emerged from their ‘Journey to the Centre of the Earth’.

To complete the full picture of the island , the various tour routes are punctuated with grand palazzos, picturesque fishing ports, white-washed villages, and wind-whipped cliffs.

When to go on Sicily holidays

With the warmest of Italy’s Mediterranean weather, Sicily enjoys a balmy climate between 20 and 25 degrees in April, May, September and October, a comfortable time for touring, when towns and sights are generally quieter. Temperatures rise in the summer months (June-August) to hover around 30-35°, when the seas around the island are temptingly warm, and resorts are notably busier. Jules Verne tours operate between mid-March and early November.

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Sicily combines its unique culture with characterful medieval towns, celebrated archaeological sites, spectacular topography, speciality cuisine, and sweet Marsala wine; welcoming the literati, the glitterati, and the curious traveller, and delivering the ideals of every visitor in one way or another. Our small-group tours are enjoyed by singles, couples, and friends alike; and for those who prefer to travel solo, we offer an ‘ exclusively singles ’ tour of the island’s treasures.

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With 45 years’ experience and a passion for creating extraordinary adventures, Jules Verne visits famous landmarks and lesser-known sites, with expert tour guides who share their local knowledge, and show you hidden gems. Our journeys in Sicily visit every one of the island’s UNESCO World Heritage sites from the slopes of Mount Etna to Aeolian Islands, ancient cities, Byzantine chapels, grandiose Gothic cathedrals and Taormina, a tourist magnet since the Grand Tour travellers visited, two centuries ago.

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• 15 included meals: 7 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 7 dinners including a welcome drink & farewell get-together
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Included Holiday Highlights

• Discover Mount Etna by cable car
• Taormina and its magnificent Greco-Roman theatre
• See the Roman mosaics of Villa del Casale
• Explore vibrant Palermo and the exquisite Monreale Cathedral
• Try authentic street food in Palermo
• Visit the charming seaside town of Cefalu

Day 1 UK - Catania

Today you will fly to Catania. Meet your fellow travellers over a drink and dinner this evening.

Day 2 Taormina

Mount Etna is Europe’s tallest active volcano, standing at approximately 3,329m high. Globally significant, this immense peak is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This morning you’ll enjoy a truly memorable experience as you journey up in a cable car. Taormina is perched on a cliff top, overlooking two beautiful sweeping bays. During our included afternoon excursion we will also visit the magnificent Greco-Roman theatre.

Day 3 Letojanni - at Leisure

Spend the day as you please, enjoying the facilities of the hotel or at the nearby beach. Alternatively join an optional excursion to the historical city of Syracuse where we’ll explore the old town of Ortigia with a guide followed by time to explore at your leisure.

Day 4 Piazza Armerina

The fascinating Villa del Casale, a Roman villa built in the 4th century, is another of the island’s many UNESCO World Heritage Sites. This fascinating structure, located just outside the town of Piazza Armerina, boasts the richest and most complex collection of Roman mosaics in the world.

Day 5 Cefalu

The popular seaside town of Cefalù is set on a rocky headland and boasts lovely sandy beaches. We will visit this pretty fishing port today. It is dominated by one of Sicily’s finest Norman cathedrals, which houses some of the island’s earliest and best preserved Byzantine mosaics.

Day 6 Campofelice Di Roccella - at Leisure

The ancient town of Agrigento showcases Sicily’s Greek past. On an optional excursion today your Local Guide will introduce you to the Valley of the Temples, one of the greatest examples of Greater Greece’s art and architecture, and one of Sicily’s major attractions.

Day 7 Palermo & Monreale

Today we’ll visit Palermo, Sicily’s vibrant capital, which boasts a wealth of architecture ranging in style from Arabic to Art Nouveau. We’ll stop in a local cafe where we’ll be treated to a street food experience. Snacking on the street is a proud, centuries-old tradition in Palermo and we’re going to taste an array of authentic Sicilian delicacies. Watching over Palermo is the beautiful Monreale Cathedral, one of the greatest examples of Norman architecture in the world. The pleasant yet unremarkable exterior of the cathedral offers no clue as to the exquisite golden paintings and spectacular mosaics you’ll discover when you venture inside. This evening gather with your travelling companions for a farewell get-together.

Day 8 Catania - UK

Today we'll transfer to Catania airport for your return flight to the UK.

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Monreale Cathedral’s unassuming exterior offers no hint as to the grandeur of its interiors and exquisite paintings, you won’t know where to cast your gaze first!

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Get to know the world-renowned Sicilian hospitality firsthand on our Southern Italy and Sicily tour. You’ll journey to a family-owned farmhouse, meet the owners, and discover what a typical day on a Sicilian farm is like. Learn how ricotta cheese is made and tuck into a hearty farm-to-table dinner, made with family recipes.

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Experience Sicily tours are fully escorted and supported by professional, licensed drivers. Owner/Curator Allison Scola is your tour leader. Each journey is limited to 12 or fewer guests. See the day by day descriptions to see all of the benefits of traveling with us!

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Photography in Sicily with Don Toothaker and Hunts Photo

Wednesday, may 3 to friday, may 12, 2023.

  Spend ten days in Sicily learning the art of travel photography from professional photographer and teacher Don Toothaker . Don and Experience Sicily Owner and Curator, Allison Scola, have designed an adventure that will delight those who love to travel through the lens. You’ll go off-the-beaten-path while learning travel photography from the Director of Photo Adventures for Hunt’s Photo and Video in Massachusetts. We’ve built in lots of time so you can capture the vivid colors and intriguing life of Sicily.  

$6,495 per person, double occupancy (Single Supplement $1000). Land only. 10 days, 9 nights. Includes everything but five meals (Includes all breakfasts, six lunches, and six dinners.)

Enchanting Sicily

Sunday, may 21 to saturday, june 3, 2023.

  On our signature tour of Sicily, you’ll discover off-the-beaten path towns, interact with locals, and immerse yourself in Sicilian culture and ancient history. You’ll tour intriguing UNESCO World Heritage sites, remote mountain communities, and charming seaside villages. You’ll attend a world-class performance of a classic Greek play in Siracusa’s Ancient Greek theater. You’ll amble through Palermo’s open-air markets and interact with Sicilians in a meaningful way. You’ll stay in 4-star hotels and characteristic inns and relish family-run trattorias as you explore Sicily’s 3,000 years of human history with authentic experiences, vibrant flavors, and sweet melodies that will capture your imagination. Ask about our optional pre-tour stay in Taormina!  

$6,950 per person, double occupancy (Single Supplement $1200). Land only. 14 days, 13 nights. Includes everything but eight meals (Includes all breakfasts, ten lunches, and seven dinners, all transportation, all entrance fees and tickets, most tips.) 

Secret Sicily Tour: Life in a Remote Sicilian Town

Saturday, july 15 to monday, july 24, 2023.

Immerse yourself in Secret Sicily! “Secret” because you’ll escape the ordinary while basing your travels for 10 days in the mountain village of Licodia Eubea. We’ll take care of the details while you create memories. You’ll delight in Eastern Sicily’s treasures—its people, its heritage, its cuisine, and its natural beauty. You’ll visit principal sites while staying in a town of 3000 locals as they celebrate their patroness, Santa Margherita. Your intellect will be stimulated by UNESCO sites while your heart will be warmed by the generosity of our local hosts. Ask us about adding our Palermo pre-tour from July 12 to July 15!  

$4,100 per person, double occupancy (Single Supplement $600). Land only. 10 days, 9 nights. Includes everything but six meals (Includes all breakfasts, four lunches, and seven dinners.)

• Early Registration Incentive Pricing!  Pay in-full by March 1, 2023 and receive $275/person off the cost of your tour.

Cooking In Sicily: Stirring Sicily Tour

Wednesday, september 20 to wednesday, september 27, 2023.

Delight in hands-on cooking classes, wine tastings of Sicily’s outstanding vintages, and interaction with locals. You’ll learn time-tested recipes of traditional Sicilian dishes while relishing the beauty and enchantment of central and western Sicily’s UNESCO sites and hidden communities. We’ll savor moments in Palermo’s vibrant markets, among the trees at an organic olive farm, with singing sheep at a family-run dairy (mmm… fresh ricotta!), and by getting our hands in the dough with home-schooled mammas and trained chefs. Co-hosted by chef Antonino Elia of Lititz, Pennsylvania, you’ll be entertained while having the peace of mind that we’ve taken care of all the details. Ask about our eastern Sicily prelude tour based in Siracusa! 

$4,100 per person, double occupancy (Single Supplement $500). Land only. 8 days, 7 nights. Includes everything but one dinner (Includes seven breakfasts, six lunches, and six dinners.).

• Early Registration Incentive Pricing!  Pay in-full by March 1, 2023 and receive $300 off the cost of your tour per person.

Stunning Sicily Tour

Sunday, october 1, to friday, october 13, 2023.

Stimulate your intellect and your senses with our October tour of Sicily! Intriguing UNESCO Worlds Heritage sites will take your breath away. Remote mountain towns and charming seaside villages will enchant you. Local harvest festivals will inspire you. Palermo’s open-air markets will mesmerize you. And your interaction with Sicilians will warm your heart. You’ll enjoy 4-star hotels and characteristic, family-run inns and relish typical trattorias as you discover Sicily’s 3,000 years of human history with authentic experiences, vibrant flavors, and sweet melodies that will capture your imagination.  

$6,950 per person, double occupancy (Single Supplement $1200). Land only. 13 days, 12 nights. Includes everything but nine meals (Includes all breakfasts, nine lunches, and five dinners)

Fully escorted; Professional drivers and licensed tour guides; Includes all but nine meals, all accommodations, all transportation, and all entrance fees.

Soulful Sicily Tour

Wednesday, october 18, to tuesday, october 31, 2023.

Stimulate your intellect and your senses with a private October tour of Sicily! Intriguing UNESCO Worlds Heritage sites will take your breath away. Alluring mountain towns and charming seaside villages will enchant you. Sicily’s regional cuisine’s will stimulate your palate. Palermo’s open-air markets will mesmerize you. And your interaction with Sicilians will warm your heart. You’ll enjoy 4-star hotels and characteristic, family-run inns and relish typical trattorias as you discover Sicily’s 3,000 years of human history with authentic experiences, vibrant flavors, and sweet melodies that will capture your imagination.

$5,000 per person, double occupancy (Single Supplement $1225). Land only. 14 days, 13 nights. Includes 13  breakfasts, 7 lunches, and 6 dinners) Fully escorted; Professional drivers and licensed tour guides; Includes meals, all accommodations, all transportation, and all entrance fees.

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