14 Day Highlights of Sicily

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14 Days

Trip Starts

Palermo

Trip Finishes

Palermo

14 Day Highlights of Sicily Itinerary (G Adventures)

Countries Explored: Sicily

Trip Operator

G Adventures

103 Reviews

Trip Style

Classic

Departures

Mar 2025 to Oct 2026

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Affordable

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Leisurely

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Fully Guided

Trip Code

EIHS

Overview

Read 2 reviews and enjoy exclusive savings on G Adventures 14 Day Highlights of Sicily. Did you wish upon a star? Because this two-week adventure through Sicily’s north and south coasts is absolutely a dream come true. You’ll stroll through the seaside city of Cefalù, get immersed in the postcard-worthy scenery of the Aeolian Islands, and spot breathtaking volcanoes along the way. But oh no, the fun doesn’t stop here. You’ll then continue further south for a Sicilian cooking class, storied medieval villages, sunny seaside towns, and non-stop Italian history...read more

Itinerary

Arrive at any time. Tonight, meet your CEO and fellow travellers at the welcome meeting, then opt to head out for dinner and enjoy your first Sicilian meal. Stay: Hotel Vecchio Borgo

Head out for an orientation walk of Palermo's historic city centre. Continue to Cefalú, often cited as one of Italy's most beautiful townships, and stroll through cobbled streets to a picturesque cove by the beach. With free time, observe local fisherman working on their boats, visit the 12th century Duomo di Cefalú, opt to enjoy an aperitivo with incredible views, or simply wander around this postcard-pretty town which director Giuseppe Tornatore chose to set parts of his much-loved film Cinema Paradiso. Stay: Hotel La Giara (B)

Travel to the Aeolian Islands, a small archipelago of volcanic lands known as "the pearls of Italy" for their intriguing natural formations. Named after Aeolus, the god of the winds, spend the next few days exploring pockets of this coastal paradise. Take a car and ferry to reach Lipari, the largest of the Aeolian Islands, and enjoy a free afternoon to explore. Opt to visit a local beach, or take another short ferry to see Vulcano's active crater. Stay: Hotel Oriente Lipari (B)

Enjoy a free morning in Lipari. Later, head out for an excursion to explore the beautiful islands of Panarea and Stromboli by boat. Swim in the turquoise waters of Cala Junco, stroll through Panarea's scenic whitewashed village, and explore the town of Stromboli before taking an unforgettable sunset cruise. In the night breeze of the open sea, witness active Mount Stromboli's spectacular eruptions. Stay: Hotel Oriente Lipari (B)

Say goodbye to the Aeolian Islands and ferry back to the mainland, then continue to Taormina, one of Sicily's most visited destinations. After a short orientation walk, enjoy free time to visit the stunning Teatro Greco, an ancient Roman amphitheatre with commanding views of Mount Etna. Travel onwards to Catania for the evening. Stay: Best Western Hotel Mediterraneo (B)

Enjoy a CEO led orientation walk to get your bearings in Catania. Afterwards, you'll have free time to continue exploring this town and all of its museums and historic attractions. Maybe visit La Pescheria market or walk the Via Etnea. Stay: Best Western Hotel Mediterraneo (B)

Spend another whole free day in Catania. Choose to visit Mt. Etna, Catania's cathedral located in the centre of the old town, or the Piazza Del Duomo just near the port area in the heart of the city. Later in day perhaps head out with the group for a delicious Sicilian meal. Stay: Best Western Hotel Mediterraneo (B)

Travel to Syracuse, an enchanting city by the Ionian Sea that was once at the centre of the ancient Greek and Roman worlds. Take a cooking class on arrival and learn how to make Arancini — an iconic Sicilian specialty — to enjoy as a light lunch! Later, explore the old town's baroque piazzas and medieval side streets with a CEO-led orientation walk. Stay: Hotel Gran Bretagna Siracusa (B/L)

Enjoy a full free day in Syracuse. Opt to visit the impressive Parco Archeologico della Neapolis, or travel to nearby Noto, a UNESCO World Heritage listed city renowned for its baroque architecture built with a unique golden limestone. Stay: Hotel Gran Bretagna Siracusa (B)

Travel to the baroque city of Ragusa before heading to the medieval hilltop town of Piazza Armerina. Visit the world's most varied collection of Roman mosaics at Villa Romana del Casale. Known for their incredibly well-preserved state "in situ", or in their original location, observe ancient scenes of hunting, fishing and athletics depicted beautifully in mosaic tile. Continue to Agrigento. Stay: Colleverde Park Hotel (B)

Take a guided tour of the Valley of the Temples, one of Sicily's best-known attractions. Learn the history of this magnificent site as you explore the ruins of its seven temples, nestled on a ridge below Agrigento. Continue to Trapani, stopping en route in Marsala to see some of Europe's oldest salt marshes. Stay: B&B Hotel Trapani Crystal (B)

Enjoy a free day to explore the charms of Trapani and its nearby towns. Opt to cruise the idyllic Egadi Islands, spend the day hiking at a nature reserve filled with local flora and fauna, or hop on a funicular to explore the walled town of Erice. Stay: B&B Hotel Trapani Crystal (B)

Travel to Monreale to visit the 11th century Monreale Cathedral, intricately decorated with thousands of gold mosaic tiles. Admire panoramic views of the Conca d'Oro (Golden Valley) and the Tyrrhenian Sea. Continue to Palermo and enjoy a CEO-led orientation walk upon arrival. Stay: Hotel Vecchio Borgo (B)

Depart at any time. (B)

Trip Inclusions

Soak up Sicilian culture in Cefalù.
Cruise the Aeolian Islands.
Watch the Stromboli volcano erupt aboard a sunset boat tour.
Take a cooking class and learn how to make iconic Sicilian dishes.
Wander the narrow streets of Ortigia.
Admire one of the most well-preserved multicoloured floor mosaics from Roman times.
Visit the cathedral in Monreale and witness the finest example of Norman architecture in Sicily.

Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
Your Hands-On Moment: Arancini Cooking Class, Syracuse
Orientation walks in Palermo, Taormina, Catania and Syracuse
Panarea & Stromboli Islands Boat Excursion
Visit to Ragusa
Villa Romana del Casale Visit
Valley of the Temples Guided Tour
Monreale Cathedral Visit
All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

Hotels (13 Nights)
On this trip you can expect to stay in small family-run hotels or pensions (with the exception of the start and finish hotels, which are often larger city hotels), which will vary a little in standard and facilities: some may not have elevators, air-conditioning or English-speaking staff, but most importantly all are locally-run, with some traditional character, and in excellent central locations to give you maximum time for exploring the sights. You can expect to find clean, safe, simple accommodation in convenient locations.
Note that most accommodation in Europe does not have air conditioning units in rooms. Air conditioning is not routinely installed in European homes and workplaces. However, nearly all hotels will provide a standing or desk fan for your room on hot nights. If you do not already have one in your room, please ask your CEO to organize one for you with reception.

CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout
Local guide at the Valley of Temples

13 breakfasts, 1 lunch

Private vehicle, ferry, walking

Accommodation, itinerary and inclusions subject to change.
Price is for land, cruise and internal flights as specified. Flights not specified are not included

Trip Reviews (2) Most Recent 'Highlights of Sicily' Reviews

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Highlights of Sicily October 2023 2 Rhonda and Dennis, VIC, Australia, Oct 2023

Our CEO was very personable and friendly and it was an interesting mixed group. Most were quite experienced travelers. There was a wide age range from a range of mostly English speaking countries. Everyone was very pleasant and showed up on time for activities. Lipari and Stromboli were highlights and good activities were arranged for these days. The ...read more

Sicily - A vibrant and varied destination 1 Peter and Susan, NSW, Australia, Apr 2023

Sicily has much to offer! Natural beauty, excellent seafood, beautiful towns/cities and natural wonders, like Mt Etna and Stromboli. This was a fabulous 2 week tour of Sicily. There were many highlights, some of which are visiting Mt Stromboli and Mt Etna, visiting Taormina, Erice and Palermo, the Valley of the Temples and the Arincini cooking class. ...read more

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Highlights of Sicily

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Day 1: Palermo

Day 2: Palermo - Cefalù

Day 3: Cefalù - Lipari

Day 4: Lipari

Day 5: Lipari - Catania

Day 6: Catania

Day 7: Catania

Day 8: Catania - Syracuse

Day 9: Syracuse

Day 10: Syracuse - Agrigento

Day 11: Agrigento - Trapani

Day 12: Trapani

Day 13: Trapani - Palermo

Day 14: Palermo

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