Explore the dramatic landscapes of Italy’s Calabria region as well as the top sights in Sicily on this 8-day holiday. Soak up the pristine beaches and spectacular shorelines of Tropea, a charming village overlooking the Tyrrhenian Sea, and experience three Aeolian Islands including Stromboli, renowned for its volcano and black-sand beaches. Finish your Italian sojourn in Sicily, where you’ll explore the rich history of Syracuse, the cliffs of Taormina and the ancient wonders of Agrigento’s Valley of the Temples and the Villa Romana del Casale.
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DAY 1: WELCOME TO CALABRIA
Welcome to Calabria! This tour of Southern Italy begins as you arrive at Lamezia Terme Airport. You will enjoy a transfer to the hotel in Tropea where you will be free to enjoy the rest of the day at leisure to explore the seaside resort town of Tropea, overlooking sandy beaches with clear turquoise water.
Accommodation at the Hotel Cannamele Resort, Tropea, or similar
DAY 2: AEOLIAN ISLANDS EXCURSION
Today discover several of Italy's most beautiful islands on a cruise from Tropea. You’ll visit three of the Aeolian Island including Stromboli, renowned for its volcano and black-sand beaches, Lipari, and Vulcano is known for its scenic beauties. Meals: B
Accommodation at the Hotel Cannamele Resort, Tropea, or similar
DAY 3: TROPEA AT LEISURE
We’re firm believers in allowing free time to explore places on your own in order to get a true sense of the city. Enjoy the day at leisure to explore the seaside resort town with its sandy beaches on your own. Meals: B
Accommodation at the Hotel Cannamele Resort, Tropea, or similar
DAY 4: TROPEA TO TAORMINA
After breakfast, enjoy the morning at leisure. At an indicated time, meet your driver for a private transfer to Taormina via the car ferry to Sicily while passing along the beautiful scenery of Southern Italy. Upon arrival at the hotel, enjoy the rest of the day at your leisure. Meals: B
Accommodation at the Hotel Villa Diorodo, Taormina, or similar
DAY 5: SYRACUSE EXCURSION
Today, take a guided tour of Syracuse, which was the largest city of antiquity. You will discover the monuments and landmarks in Syracuse and learn about its fascinating past. See spots that were important in classical Greek and Roman times. After free time for lunch on your own, you will return back to Taormina. Meals: B
Accommodation at the Hotel Villa Diorodo, Taormina, or similar
DAY 6: AGRIGENTO & PIAZZA ARMERINA
Today enjoy a full-day excursion to two UNESCO World Heritage Sites the Valley of Temples in Agrigento and view the stunning mosaics in the UNESCO-listed Villa Romana del Casale. Meals: B
Accommodation at the Hotel Villa Diorodo, Taormina, or similar
DAY 7: TAORMINA AT LEISURE
Today is yours to explore and discover Taormina on your own. Optional excursions are also available upon request. Meals: B
Accommodation at the Hotel Villa Diorodo, Taormina, or similar
DAY 8: TAORMINA DEPARTURE
Final breakfast followed by check-out and transfer to the Catania airport. Meals: B