Sicily Historical Tour
There are few better places in the world to explore than Sicily, and this over-50s cultural and historic guided holiday really lives up to expectations. Boasting a total of seven UNESCO-listed sites, Sicily is home to Greek temples, Roman villas and Norman cathedrals showcasing more than 3,000 years of civilisation, from the indigenous Siculans to modern day.
As you travel from Palermo to Syracuse, trace the history of the island and see how the culture of its varied inhabitants is today reflected in the archaeological sites, architecture, people and cuisine. Accompanying you will be a specialist historian and archaeologist, who will provide a series of insightful lectures.
Your Tour Includes
TRAVEL
Return flights and transfers
Included travel insurance
VIP door-to-door travel service
ACCOMMODATION
Local guides
Porterage at your hotel
EXPERIENCES
Tour Manager
FOOD & DRINK
Wine (1/4 litre) with all included lunches and dinners
22 meals: 10 breakfasts, 4 lunches in local restaurants and 1 on board ship, 3 dinners at your hotel and 4 dinners in local restaurants
Day 1 UK to Palermo
Fly to Catania and transfer 130 miles, with a break en-route, to Palermo where you’ll stay for four nights at the Hotel Federico II.
A welcome drink and dinner will be served at the hotel tonight, along with your first lecture.
Meals Included: Dinner
Day 2 Norman Palermo
Meals Included: Breakfast | Dinner
Day 3 Monreale Cathedral and the castles of Palermo
Meals Included: Breakfast
Day 4 Cefalu and Bagheria
Meals Included: Breakfast | Dinner
Day 5 Palermo to Syracuse, via Piazza Armerina
Meals Included: Breakfast | Dinner
Day 6 Syracuse Archaeological Park and Ortigia
Meals Included: Breakfast | Dinner
Day 7 Taormina
Meals Included: Breakfast | Lunch
Day 8 Ragusa Ibla and Modica
Meals Included: Breakfast | Lunch
Day 9 Mount Etna and wine tasting
Meals Included: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Day 10 Historic Catania
Meals Included: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Day 11 Syracuse to Catania to UK
Your final day in Syracuse begins with a relaxing harbour cruise to view Ortigia and Syracuse from their best vantage point, the sea.
After a late lunch on board, transfer to the airport for your evening flight home.
Meals Included: Breakfast | Lunch
