Southern Italy
Southern Italy
Southern Italy
11 Days Starting in Rome and ending in Catania
Visiting: Rome, Sorrento, Palermo, Agrigento, Taormina, Catania
Tour Overview
Southern Italy is group tour with amazing sights that cover all Southern Italy including Sicily. Italy’s southernmost regions present an array of distinct landscapes and cultures—from the Greco-Roman ruins of Sicily to the rugged splendor of the Amalfi Coast.Savor the highlights of Sicily, enjoying plenty of free time to soak up the charms of gems like Taormina, and Capri. then journey across southern Italy, exploring World Heritage sites, diverse culinary traditions, architectural gemsJoin to this enthralling 11-day adventure.Important Trip Notes:During the high season, visiting the Blue Grotto in Capri may involve long queues or given its limited capacity the inability to enter. In case access is not possible, or weather conditions do not allow, our guides will suggest alternative attractions to ensure a satisfying and memorable tour (for example, the Faraglioni rocks).In case of loss or damage of the headsets we will have to charge 55 €/device.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrive In Rome
Location: Rome
Benvenuti a Roma! After your arrival at the airport, meet with our driver and transfer to your hotel.
Overnight: Rome Meals: Not Available
Day 2 : Rome > Pompeii > Sorrento
Location: Sorrento
After breakfast, pick up at your hotel at 7:00 am approximately. Departure by coach heading south crossing the regions of Lazio and Campania. Arrival in Naples and short panoramic tour climbing up to Vomero hill to enjoy beautiful views over the Gulf of Naples with the Vesuvius, Capri, Ischia and Procida and the city below; time to take some nice pictures. Descending towards the port of Mergellina, you will leave the city and travel south towards Mount Vesuvius and, once you reach the town of Pompeii, you will have lunch with the real Neapolitan pizza! After lunch, you will enter into one of the most important archaeological sites in the world: a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the ruins of Pompeii, with Skip the Line entrance and a guided tour. Visit the haunting ruins of Pompeii, traveling back in time to the tragic days in 79 AD when the silent Mount Vesuvius suddenly erupted, covering the prosperous Roman city in deadly volcanic ashes and poisonous gases, leaving this prosperous city crystallized until our days. You'll learn how people lived at that time, visiting houses and “bars” of the time, admiring frescoes and mosaics to imagine how rich and prosperous was the city before the dreadful day. After the visit, you will drive along the Sorrentine Coast, arriving in Sorrento for dinner
Overnight: Sorrento Meals: Breakfast - Dinner
Day 3 : Sorrento > Capri > Sorrento
Location: Sorrento
After breakfast, get ready for an exciting excursion to the island of Capri: one of the most exclusive summer destinations of the Mediterranean! Depending on weather and sea conditions, you will admire the dreamy Blue Grotto on a small rowboat. Afterward, free time for lunch (lunch not included) and then roam the island at your own pace. Once back on the mainland, return to the hotel for dinner and your last overnight in Sorrento.
Overnight: Sorrento Meals: Breakfast - Dinner
Day 4 : Sorrento > Palermo (Overnight On Ferry Boat)
Location: Palermo
Breakfast at your hotel, then spend a leisurely morning exploring Sorrento. In the afternoon, you will reach the port of Naples, where you will board on the Tirrenia/Snav ferry to Palermo. Let the waves rock you to sleep. Dinner and breakfast are not included on the ferry.
Overnight: On board ferry Meals: Breakfast
Day 5 : Palermo
Location: Palermo
Arrive in Palermo and transfer to your hotel. That night, have dinner in the hotel and rest up for the adventure that lies ahead.
Overnight: Palermo Meals: Dinner
Day 6 : Palermo
Location: Palermo
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel, and then head out on a morning excursion to Monreale, recently included on the UNESCO World Heritage List, an ancient royal town famous for its almonds, olive oil and citrus fruits, as well as for its fine Norman architecture. Visit the elaborate Cathedral of Monreale and then enjoy some shopping of local delicatessen and souvenirs. Back to Palermo and continue with a walking tour of the city. Wander the streets of the Old Town, hearing tales of Palermo’s 3,000-year history and discovering attractions like Palermo Cathedral. Walk inside the impressive-looking place of worship and marvel at its arches, cupolas and mosaics - with an incredible mix of influences coming from several dominations on the island. Enjoy free time in the late afternoon and return to your hotel for dinner. Overnight.
Overnight: Palermo Meals: Breakfast - Dinner
Day 7 : Palermo > Erice >Agrigento
Location: Agrigento
Early breakfast and departure to Erice, a medieval village stacked into the side of Monte San Giuliano. Many say that little has changed in the village since the sixth century, and its labyrinth-like twist of lanes is perfect for a cool and pleasant morning amble.
Afterwards, we’ll set off to Marsala, whose lands are known for its Marsala wine. You’ll take part in a sensorial experience, for you will visit a traditional tavern and taste regional wine and products during a light but unforgettable lunch.
Return to your coach and travel to Agrigento, your final destination of the day. Visit Ancient Greek monuments and ruins at the Valley of Temples (entrance included) - a UNESCO World Heritage site - and learn about archaeological relics like the Classical Temple of Concord the Temple of Hercules; the Temple of Jupiter, one of the largest Doric-style buildings. Check in to your hotel in the evening. Dinner and overnight.
Overnight: Agrigento Meals: Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner
Day 8 : Agrigento > Ragusa Ibla > Ragusa
Breakfast at the hotel and travel to Ragusa and visit of the enchanting historical center “Ibla”, with its stunning baroque palaces and churches; together with other seven cities in the Val di Noto, Ragusa is listed among the UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Visit the old gate of San Giorgio, the Giardini Iblei and then walk to Piazza Pola where we will visit the church of San Giuseppe: a little gem. Be enchanted by the elegant Cathedral of San Giorgio, the Church of the Souls in Purgatory and the magnificent Cosentini palace, one of the most interesting Late Baroque palaces in Sicily! Arrive in hotel, dinner and overnight.
Overnight: Ragusa Meals: Breakfast - Dinner
Day 9 : Ragusa > Noto > Syracuse > Taormina
Location: Taormina
Breakfast at the hotel and travel to Noto, a picturesque fishing town popular for its stately Baroque architecture. Visit Cathedral of San Nicolò, recently restored after a earthquake, and then have a nice walk in the town’s center. Continue along the south coast to Syracuse, on Sicily’s southeastern tip. Arrived in Syracuse, cross one of the city’s bridges for a visit to the island of Ortygia - the most ancient part of Syracuse - home to a wealth of Baroque churches and medieval palaces. In the late afternoon arrive in Taormina, check in to your hotel and enjoy dinner.
Overnight: Taormina Meals: Breakfast - Dinner
Day 10 : Taormian>Mt. Etna>Taormina
Location: Taormina
Breakfast at your centrally located hotel and then head off to Mount Etna, the largest active volcano in Europe and the highest mountain in Italy. Learn about volcanic activity and marvel at the old lava fields and black magma rock that comprises Etna’s landscape. If weather permits, you have a chance to climb to the summit (1800 m). After, return to Taormina, the beautiful and romantic town located on Mount Tauro. Return to Taormina in the afternoon and spend the rest of your day at leisure. Overnight.
Overnight: Taormina Meals: Breakfast
Day 11 : Taormina - Rome
Location: Catania
After breakfast transfer to Catania Airport and end of our services.
Overnight: Not available Meals: Breakfast
Day 12 : Rome Departure
Location: Rome
Breakfast and pick-up from your hotel and transfer to the Rome Airport. End of our services
Overnight: Not available Meals: Breakfast
What's Included
Accommodation: 11 nights 4-star hotels
- Rome 1 night St.Martin 4* or Hotel Diana Roof Garden 4* or similar
- Sorrento 2 nights Michelangelo 4* or GH Vesuvio 4* or similar
- Ferry overnight 1 night
- Palermo 2 nights Mercure Centro 4* or similar
- Agrigento 1 night Della Valle 4* or similar
- Ragusa 1 night Poggio del Sole 4* or similar
- Taormina 2 nights Hotel Splendid 4* or similar
Domestic Flight: Catania to Rome domestic flight
Meals: 11 Breakfasts - 2 lunches - 8 Dinners + Wine Tasting with light lunch in Marsala
Guide: Local guides in Palermo and Agrigento
Transport: All transfers and transport per itinerary with AC coach, Ferry tickets
What's Not Included
- City tax not included: it shall be paid directly at the hotel
- Drinks not included in meals (except for Pompeii where it is included)
- Optional tips for the driver and the guides, Porterage service
- Outbound international flights
- Everything that is not mentioned in the paragraph “The Tour includes”
Please Note
This trip requires to walk 2-3 miles per day.
Check out our Q&As
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
At Eskapas we have a flexible policy. You must change it until 30 days prior to your departure otherwise any changes mean "cancellation".
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Solo travelers must pay single supplement to have a private room due to hygien reasons.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Eskapas has been established in 2000 in Istanbul
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
All hotels used to accommodate our customers are certified by “Hotel Association of Turkey”; they all are committed to use maximum 50 % capacity
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
COVID-19 RESPONSIBLE TRAVEL RULES Eskapas is committed to fulfill the following regulations to protect its customers from the risk of Covid-19 : 1 – Eskapas will fulfill all safety rules mentioned in the “Safe Tourism Certification” prepared by Turkish Ministry of Tourism; that plan covers all aspects of the journey from the aircraft to the airport, transfers, touring and hotels (tga.gov.tr/abou
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
Yes you can.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Your timetable - voucher that will show your itinerary with timing and hotels (30 days before prior to your arrival date)
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ESKAPAS allows you to make 1 free date changes, as long as the change is made at least 61 days before the start of the tour.
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Transfer as credit to Future Tours
ESKAPAS allows you to transfer existing payments to a future tour to avoid cancellation fees if you can't travel and inform eskapas, 61 days before departure.
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Low Deposit
ESKAPAS requires a minimum deposit of 20% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 61 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of eskapas charges.
Up to 61 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 45 days before tour starts: Forfeit 25% of booking price.
At 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 14 days before tour starts: Forfeit 75% of booking price.
At 7 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.