8 Days Private Sicily Highlights Tour from Catania

Day 1: Departure

1. Vincenzo Bellini Catania Airport, Via Fontanarossa, 95121 Catania CT, Italy
   Arrive at Catania–Fontanarossa Airport, where your driver will greet you and assist with your luggage. Enjoy a comfortable private transfer to your hotel in Taormina, a scenic journey along Sicily’s stunning east coast. Upon arrival, check into your four-star accommodation and relax before your evening activities.
   2 hours
2. Taormina, Taormina, Province of Messina, Sicily
   In the evening, join your local guide for a Food & Wine walking tour through Taormina’s charming streets (available only if your flight arrives earlier in the day). Travelers arriving late in the evening will skip this
   activity.

Day 2

1. Savoca, Savoca, Province of Messina, Sicily
   Start your morning with a scenic drive to the mountain villages of Savoca and Forza d’Agrò, filming locations of The Godfather. Visit iconic sites such as Bar Vitelli, learn about the movie’s history and local mafia legends, and enjoy a relaxed pasta lunch with seasonal Sicilian dishes on a panoramic terrace.
   4 hours
2. Ancient Theatre of Taormina, Via del Teatro Greco, 1, 98039, Taormina, Sicily Italy
   Join your local guide for a walking tour through Taormina’s charming streets. Discover its Greek, Roman, and Norman heritage and visit the famous Ancient Greek Theatre with spectacular coastal views.
   2 hours

Day 3

• Mount Etna, 95031 Catania, Sicily Italy
  Begin your adventure with a guided Jeep tour through Etna’s landscapes. Explore ancient lava flows, walk on extinct craters, and discover a lava cave with helmets and lights provided. Enjoy panoramic views over the Valle del Bove and learn about the volcano’s fascinating geology and eruptions.
  3 hours
• Gambino Winery, Contrada Petto Dragone, 95015 Linguaglossa, Sicily Italy
  After your Etna experience, continue to a renowned winery on the northern slope of Mount Etna. Enjoy a guided wine tasting featuring locally produced wines paired with a traditional Sicilian light lunch of regional products. Take in peaceful vineyard views while learning about the winemaking process and Etna’s volcanic
  soil.
  2 hours

Day 4

• Noto, Noto, Province of Syracuse, Sicily
  Enjoy a guided walking tour through Noto, a UNESCO World Heritage site and jewel of Sicilian Baroque architecture. Stroll along elegant streets lined with golden limestone buildings, visit the Cathedral, and sample the famous Modica chocolate.
  2 hours , Admission is free
• Tonnara di Marzamemi, Piazza Regina Margherita 1, Marzamemi, Sicily Italy
  Continue to the charming seaside village of Marzamemi, known for its colorful fishing boats and relaxed Mediterranean atmosphere. Enjoy a fresh seafood lunch in a traditional family-run taverna overlooking the sea before transferring to Syracuse.

Day 5

• Ortigia, Corso Umberto, 96100, Syracuse, Sicily Italy
  Meet your local guide and explore Ortigia, the historic heart of Syracuse. Discover the ancient Apollo Temple, stroll along Via Cavour, and admire the Archimede Fountain and Jewish Quarter. Visit the stunning Duomo Square and learn about local life, traditions, and history in one of Italy’s most beautiful old towns.
  2 hours
• Parco Archeologico della Neapolis, Via Luigi Bernabo Brea, 96100, Syracuse, Sicily Italy
  Discover the Archaeological Park of Neapolis, featuring the Greek Theatre, Roman Amphitheatre, and the Ear of Dionysius.
  2 hour

Day 7

<strong>Palermo, Palermo, Province of Palermo, Sicily</strong><br />
Discover the vibrant capital of Sicily on a guided walking tour of Palermo. Explore the city’s fascinating blend of Arab, Norman, and Baroque influences as you visit top landmarks including Martorana Church, Piazza Pretoria, Quattro Canti, and the Palermo Cathedral. Learn about local traditions, architecture, and daily life from your expert guide before enjoying a free evening in the city.<br />
2 hours

Day 8

<strong>Palermo, Palermo, Province of Palermo, Sicily</strong>
Enjoy breakfast at your hotel before your driver transfers you to Falcone–Borsellino Airport in Palermo for your departing flight. Transfers are arranged according to your flight schedule, typically three hours before departure.
2 hours