OVERVIEW
Experience the magic of Sicily through its dramatic landscapes, ancient heritage, and crystal-clear waters. Begin your journey in the Taormina area, surrounded by charming coastal views. Explore the majestic Mount Etna, Europe’s highest and most active volcano, and admire its lunar landscapes and Silvestri Craters. Discover the archaeological treasures of Syracuse, including the Roman Amphitheatre, the Greek Theatre, and the enchanting island of Ortigia. Enjoy an included boat tour along Taormina’s coastline, with views of Isola Bella, sea caves, and the famous Grotta Azzurra. Optional experiences such as Agrigento’s Valley of the Temples or snorkeling in the Ionian Sea offer even more ways to enjoy Sicily’s beauty. A perfect blend of culture, nature, and seaside relaxation.
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DAY 1 : TAORMINA AREA
Arrive at Catania Airport. After having collected your luggage, optional group transfer to the hotel. On this day there are no planned activities. You will find all information of the program at your hotel.
Dinner in hotel and overnight.
DAY 2 : ETNA
Breakfast in the hotel and departure with the tour escort to the Mt. Etna, the highest peak of Sicily and the most active volcano in Europe. The territory surrounding the volcano constitutes the “Park of Etna”, one of the largest protected areas in Italy: You will be astonished about the great variety of vegetation and landscapes that we will meet along the way before arriving at the “Silvestri Craters” (about 1.900 mt).
From here on you will have the optional excursion by jeep and cableway (extra cost). After having tasted some local Sicilian speciality come back in hotel.
Dinner (if booked) and overnight.
DAY 3 : SYRACUSE
Breakfast in the hotel and departure to Syracuse, one of the most interesting archaeological sites of the island with its Archeological Park (extra cost) the Roman Amphitheatre, the Greek Theatre, the Ear of Dionysus, the Cave of the Cordari, Island of Ortigia, the most ancient nucleus of the city with its stunning cathedral. Re-entry in hotel.
Dinner in hotel and overnight.
DAY 4 : BOAT TOUR TAORMINA COAST TO COAST (INCLUDED) AGRIGENTO (OPTIONAL) SNORKELING((OPTIONAL)
Breakfast in the hotel. You are free or can book one of the following excursions.
Excursion included: “TAORMINA COAST TO COAST BY BOAT”. On this tour you will discover the natural beauty of the coastline Giardini/Naxos-Taormina. The meeting will be at the port of Giardini Naxos. You will start the tour in a comfortable characteristic boat (max. 12 persons), to explore the Ionian Coast. From here you’ll have a fantastic view of mount. Etna and its area’s most breathtaking sights. On the way you can discover caves, including the visit of the well known “Grotta Azzurra” (due to weather conditions and currents), rock formations and the beautiful Nature Reserve of Isola Bella.
Optional Excursion : AGRIGENTO. Meeting with tour escort and departure to Agrigento where you will visit the Temples’ Valley, including the Temple of Juno, the Temple of Concorde (one of the best preserved Doric temples in the whole Greek world), the Temple of Hercules, the Temple of Castor and Pollux. Come back in hotel in Letojanni and overnight.
Optional Excursion : “SNORKELING”. Snorkeling is the best way to discover the coasts of one of Italy’s most beautiful island. Simple and fun! You can admire some magnificent views such as “Isola Bella” and “Grotta Azzurra” and you can snorkel along the vertical walls in the bay of the blue cave and in the marine park of Isola Bella, surrounded by a vast variety of flora and fauna. The morphology of the coast and the sea beds is unique in its kind. All our tours consist in interesting detailed explanations of the area’s history because there are many archaeological traces of the Greek/Roman period. Refreshments are offered to all guests during the tour and the staff will create a friendly feeling so that you can fully enjoy the magical atmosphere of this wonderful island. Snorkeling and scuba diving are the best activities to admire Taormina’s wonderful backdrops – the coral and sea grass are not to be missed! Dinner and overnight.
(*) Pickup/end of the excursion in Giardini Naxos Port – The excursion is subjected to reconfirm according to weather conditions
(**) If you want to do SNORKELING instead of “Taormina Coast to Coast by boat” tour, the supplement to be paid is € 25 per person
DAY 5 : DEPARTURE
Breakfast in the hotel. Check out at 10:00. Optional Group transfer to Catania Airport or possibility to have a post stay in hotel.
End of our services.
Our services include :
- Every Sunday arrivals
- 4 Overnights with breakfast and dinners in 4* hotels
- Excursion “Taormina Coast to Coast by boat”
- Excursions “Etna” and “Syracuse” by traditional or open bus
- Tour leader or multilingual pre-recorded commentary
Our services do not include :
- International Flight
- City taxes must to be paid on spot
- Lunches and all the drinks at meals
- Individual/group transfers from/to Catania
- Optional excursions
- Headphones on request € 3,00 per day
- Entrance fees to monuments and archaeological sites
- Anything not expressly indicated in “the rate includes”
Transfers from Catania airport to hotel and back :
- Group transfer € 60 r/t p.p. (max waiting time 2 hours)
- Private transfer euro 95 per car one way
Optional excursions (rates to be confirmed) :
- Snorkeling € 45.00 p. p,p.
- Excursion “Agrigento”: € 85,00 p.p. by private bus and tour escort with minimum 12 pax
Selected Hotels 4*:
- Taormina area: Caesar Palace/Antares/Sporting Baia or similar (*) (*)
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Highlights of Taormina area
Reference #: WTP0483
- Taormina Coastal Charm
- Mount Etna Volcano
- Silvestri Craters
- Sicilian Specialties Tasting
- Syracuse Archaeological Park
- Greek Theatre
- Ear of Dionysus
- Ortigia Island
- Baroque Cathedral
- Taormina Coast Boat Tour
- Isola Bella
- Grotta Azzurra
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Experience the magic of Sicily through its dramatic landscapes, ancient heritage, and crystal-clear waters. Begin your journey in the Taormina area, surrounded by charming coastal views. Explore the majestic Mount Etna, Europe’s highest and most active volcano, and admire its lunar landscapes and Silvestri Craters. Discover the archaeological treasures of Syracuse, including the Roman Amphitheatre, the Greek Theatre, and the enchanting island of Ortigia. Enjoy an included boat tour along Taormina’s coastline, with views of Isola Bella, sea caves, and the famous Grotta Azzurra. Optional experiences such as Agrigento’s Valley of the Temples or snorkeling in the Ionian Sea offer even more ways to enjoy Sicily’s beauty. A perfect blend of culture, nature, and seaside relaxation.