Highlights of Sicily & Southern Italy
Highlights of Sicily & Southern Italy
$3738
Highlights of Sicily & Southern Italy
14 Days Starting in Rome, Metropolitan City of Rome Capital, Italy and ending in Palermo, PA, Italy
Visiting: Rome, Rome, Castel Gandolfo, Sorrento Coast Relais, Capri, Pompei, Naples, Bari, Lecce, Alberobello Area, Matera, Pizzo Calabro, Reggio Calabria, Taormina, Agrigento, Palermo
Tour operator:
Tour code:
LM-2024
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
18 - 36
Age range:
5-99
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Interests:
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Tour Overview
In Greek mythology, the Scylla and Charybdis were two sea monsters located in the Strait of Messina between Sicily and the Italian mainland, endangering ancient mariners, and inspiring the expression “being caught between a rock and a hard place.” Will you find yourself in such a predicament on this Undiscovered Tour of Southern Italy and Sicily? On the contrary, you’ll delightfully find yourself caught between Byzantine and Roman culture, flanked by Norman and Italian influences, and in the midst of a cross-cultural wonderland. Your comparison of cobblestones, customs, and cuisine gets underway in Rome, heads down to the dramatic Sorrento Coast, and then kicks the fun from Italy’s heel to its toe and all the way into the great melting pot of Sicily. From Italy’s lower half to its largest island, ruins, resorts—a rich history awaits.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrive In Rome,Italy
Location: Rome
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel Mediterraneo
Meals Included: Dinner
At 5 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome dinner at a local restaurant
Day 2 : Rome-Castel Gandolfo-Sorrento Coast
Location: Rome, Castel Gandolfo, Sorrento Coast Relais
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Towers Hotel Stabiae Sorrento Coast
Meals Included: No Meals
CASTEL GANDOLFO Take a [LF] guided visit of the Papal Palace and the Barberini Gardens followed by lunch at Villa Barberini en route to the Sorrento Coast. 193 mi / 310 km
Day 3 : Sorrento Coast. Excursion To Capri
Location: Sorrento Coast Relais, Capri, Sorrento Coast Relais
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Towers Hotel Stabiae Sorrento Coast
Meals Included: Breakfast
SORRENTO COAST Jetfoil ride to Capri. CAPRI Take a funicular ride from the harbor to the village for guided sightseeing, including the Augustus Gardens. Free time for lunch.SORRENTO Free time.
Day 4 : Sorrento Coast. Excursion To Pompeii And Naples
Location: Sorrento Coast Relais, Pompei, Naples, Sorrento Coast Relais
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Towers Hotel Stabiae Sorrento Coast
Meals Included: No Meals
POMPEII Take a guided walking tour of the excavations. Free time for lunch.NAPLES Guided sightseeing includes an orientation drive on the panoramic road to Posillipo, a stop in Piazza Plebiscito, and [LF] a slice of Neapolitan pizza. 68 mi / 110 km
Day 5 : Sorrento Coast-Bari
Location: Sorrento Coast Relais, Bari
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Grande Albergo Delle Nazioni
Meals Included: Breakfast
SORRENTO COAST Free morning before departing for Bari. 186 mi / 300 km
Day 6 : Bari-Lecce-Alberobello Area
Location: Bari, Lecce, Alberobello Area
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Grand Hotel D'Aragona
Meals Included: No Meals
BARI Guided sightseeing includes a walking tour of Bari Vecchia, the city’s oldest district, and San Nicola’s Church.LECCE Walking tour with a Local Guide includes the Duomo and Santa Croce Basilica. [LF] Taste traditional pasticciotto (filled pastry) with almond-infused iced coffee. 186 mi / 300 km
Day 7 : Alberobello Area
Location: Alberobello Area
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Grand Hotel D'Aragona
Meals Included: Breakfast
ALBEROBELLO Guided walking tour includes a visit to a Trullo (traditional conical-roof house). Free time this afternoon and evening.
Day 8 : Alberobello Area-Matera-Pizzo Calabro-Reggio Calabria
Location: Alberobello Area, Matera, Pizzo Calabro, Reggio Calabria
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Grand Hotel Excelsior
Meals Included: No Meals
MATERA Orientation walk with panoramic view of the picturesque sassi house (cave houses). Take a scenic drive along the Gulf of Taranto.PIZZO CALABRO Enjoy a [LF] traditional tartufo (ice cream dessert) tasting.REGGIO CALABRIA Join a guided visit of the museum that houses the Bronzi di Riace (famous bronze warrior sculptures). 280 mi / 450 km
Day 9 : Reggio Calabria-Taormina Riviera
Location: Reggio Calabria, Taormina
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hellenia Yachting Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
STRAIT OF MESSINA Ferry crossing to Sicily.TAORMINA Visit the ancient Greek theatre. Free time to explore. 81 mi / 130 km
Day 10 : Taormina Riviera
Location: Taormina
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hellenia Yachting Hotel
Meals Included: No Meals
TAORMINA RIVIERA Enjoy a free day in Taormina, followed by dinner at a local restaurant.
Day 11 : Taormina Riviera
Location: Taormina
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hellenia Yachting Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
TAORMINA RIVIERA Enjoy a free day.
Day 12 : Taormina Riviera-Agrigento-Palermo
Location: Taormina, Agrigento, Palermo
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Mercure Palermo Centro
Meals Included: Breakfast
AGRIGENTO Take a guided walking tour of the Valley of Temples en route to Palermo. 211 mi / 340 km
Day 13 : Palermo
Location: Palermo
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Mercure Palermo Centro
Meals Included: No Meals
PALERMO Guided sightseeing includes the Church of Immacolata and a visit to the cathedral. Scenic drive to Monreale for a panoramic view of the Conca d’Oro and a visit to the Norman Cathedral. Enjoy an [LF] Aperitivo (pre-dinner cocktail) at a noble palace followed by a farewell dinner at a local restaurant.
Day 14 : Palermo
Location: Palermo
Meals Included: Breakfast
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.
What's Included
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Accommodation
As detailed in the itinerary
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Fully Guided
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Meals
As detailed in the itinerary
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Transport
Private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach with free Wi-Fi
What's Not Included
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Airport Transfers at Destination
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Insurance
Small Group
Globus offers Small-Group Discoveries on select Europe dates. A Small-Group Discovery is limited to an average of just 24 guests per departure. There’s always room to roam with extra space between you and other travelers—while still getting up close and personal to the experiences you’ve been dreaming of. Small-Group Discoveries include all the features of a traditional Globus Europe escorted tour, complete with expert Tour Director, Driver, and Local Guides who ensure that your health and safety is our top priority. A Small-Group Discovery trip is the perfectly sized European tour—without the crowds.
UNESCO Sites
Arab-Norman cathedral of Monreale|Archeological area of Agrigento|Archeological Site of Pompeii|Historic Centre of Naples|Historic Centre of Rome - various properties Vatican City|The Sassi of Matera (See only)|The Trulli of Alberobello|Vatican City
Accommodation
Rome:MediterraneoSorrento Coast:Towers Hotel Stabiae Sorrento CoastBari:Grande Albergo Delle NazioniAlberobello Area:Grand Hotel D'AragonaReggio Calabria:Grand Hotel ExcelsiorTaormina Riviera:Hellenia Yachting HotelPalermo:Mercure Palermo Centro
Check out our Q&As
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Will there be an escort accompanying this tour?
Yes
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Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
As detailed in the itinerary
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes
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Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
Yes, 5 years or above
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What is the maximum group size?
Usually max 43 people
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Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?
Yes
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Will passengers from another country be participating in the tour?
Yes
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How long has the tour company been trading?
For over 90 years.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for latest Covid-19 policies
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Travel documents, including any air tickets, itineraries, and other information, are available approximately two to three weeks prior to departure provided full payment has been received.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
The Globus Lighthouse Project - an illuminating initiative where we can all come together to tread lightly and give generously for the globe's greater good. Globus, along with sister companies Avalon Waterways and Cosmos, invite our travellers and partners to help us in supporting causes that provide for a more sustainable planet and a brighter tomorrow.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of globus charges.
Up to 91 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 90 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 29 days before tour starts: Forfeit 80% of booking price.
At 1 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.