8 days
Sicily Escape
Italy's dreamiest island, uncovered
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Trip Highlights
- Wander the Valley of the Temples
- Dig into Sicily’s world-famous food scene
- Escape to the turquoise coast of Cefalù
- Tick off Taormina’s insane views
- Fall in love with Palermo, Sicily’s iconic capital
Trip Overview
Say “Ciao” to Sicily… Italy’s southern paradise, and your latest obsession. Get lost in sun-drenched cities with new mates. Escape to cinematic beaches and ancient wonders. Settle the debate over which Italian region has the best food (spoiler: it’s Sicily).
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- 7 nights of accommodation
- 7 breakfasts and 2 dinners
- All in-trip transport
- Group leader
- Taormina cable car ride
- Taormina free time
- Noto visit
- Syracuse exploring
- Valley of the Temples visit
- Cefalù free time
- Palermo free time
- 24-hour emergency support
What's Not Included
- Flights
- Visas
- Travel Insurance
- Airport transfers
- Some meals, snacks and drinks
- Optional activities
Day 1: Begin in Catania
Welcome to Catania, your first taste of Sicily. Ancient ruins, buzzing nightlife, epic views of Mount Etna... Catania sets the bar high! Meet your group leader and new travel crew tonight, then grab dinner together at a local restaurant
Day 2: Catania to Taormina
Grab a window seat as we drive into Taormina. You'll be dreaming about those ocean views for years to come. Ride a cable car up to the top. Roll up your sleeves with an optional Sicilian cooking masterclass with the local pros. Tonight's all about chasing sunsets, limoncello spritz in hand.
Day 3: Taormina
Embrace those 'La Dolce Vita' vibes, because today is yours. Escape to crystal-clear waters for a lazy beach day. Tick off the Roman Theatre. Go big on adventure with an optional adrenaline ride up to Mount Etna, aka Europe's highest volcano. Ready for it?
Day 4: Noto and Syracuse
Hit the road for Sicily's golden south. First up, Noto. This Baroque city gem is all yours to get lost in. Fancy the countryside instead? An optional lunch at an organic farm awaits. Later? It's time for Syracuse... History here is a big-hitter, but we'll let those UNESCO sites show you why.
Day 5: Valley of the Temples and Cefalù
Every destination has that icon you just can't miss... for Sicily, it's the Valley of the Temples. Lose yourself in the magic of this ancient wonder, leaving no pillar unexplored. Tonight, celebrate our arrival in Cefalù with dinner, drinks and the best company.
Day 6: Cefalù
Your free day in Sicily's little paradise starts now. Claim your spot on the finest beaches, or opt to cruise the coast. The only thing better than sunsets here? All the wild times that come after.
Day 7: Cefalù to Palermo
End on a high in Palermo, Sicily's vibrant capital. From street markets to cultural landmarks, the city has a chaotic vibe you'll instantly fall in love with. Discover the local side of Palermo with today's optional activities, starting with Mafia history and finishing on a farewell dinner to remember.
Day 8: Finish in Palermo
Time flies! Sicily is your new happy place. Start packing those bags (and booking your next adventure).
Please note activities and itineraries are subject to change.
Accommodation
7 nights of accommodation are included. You’ll stay in single-sex, twin or triple-share rooms.
Meals
7 breakfasts and 2 dinners are included.
Sicily is one of Italy’s most iconic culinary regions… and in Italy, that’s saying something! Dig into street food classics like cannoli and arancini. Try fresh salads, seafood and more. Your group leader has got you covered with the best free time suggestions on where to eat and drink.
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Arrival Information:
Your trip begins in Catania on the evening of day 1. Airport transfers are not included, but we can organise this for you. Contact a travel advisor for more details.
This adventure finishes in Palermo on the morning of day 8. You’re free to go at any time, and your group leader can assist in organising airport transfers.
Age & Eligibility:
This trip is designed for travellers aged 18 to 35.
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