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Sicily: Palermo, Monreale, Agrigento, Piazza Armerina, Caltagirone, Siracusa, Mt. Etna, Taormina
Sicily: Palermo, Monreale, Agrigento, Piazza Armerina, Caltagirone, Siracusa, Mt. Etna, Taormina
Experience the beauty, history and traditions that have been cultivated over the 10,000 years since this island paradise off Italy's southeast coast was first settled. With features that include hilly landscapes, stunning coastlines and the most active volcano in Europe, it's no wonder that the land has shaped the people who call it home. And as any visitor quickly finds out, the Sicilian people are welcoming to all those who come and embrace the food, culture and way of life that is truly unique to this magical island.
Guided Vacation Details
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Vacation Includes
- Disney-trained Adventure Guides and knowledgeable local experts
- Outstanding Accommodations as specified in the itinerary
- Meals as specified in the itinerary
- Daily activities and entertainment as specified in the itinerary
- Admission fees to attractions and performances as specified in the itinerary
- Porterage service
- Transportation within your adventure
- Transfers upon arrival and departure (excluding pre- or post-nights not booked through Adventures by Disney)
- All gratuities except for Adventure Guides
- Taxes, including airport departure taxes (where applicable)
- Internal airfare when applicable
Trip Highlights
- Monreale Cathedral: Take a privately guided tour of this stunning 12th-century cathedral, monastery and gardens.
- Valley of the Temples Ruins Visit: Explore the ruins of several ancient Greek Doric temples that shows Greece's influence in Sicily.
- Sicilian Village Experience: Experience daily life in the small Sicilian village of Sant'Angelo Muxaro through meeting its artisans and having a traditional village lunch.
- Caltagirone Ceramics Experience and Scalinata di Santa Maria del Monte: Marvel at the intricate designs and vibrant colors created at this traditional artisan ceramic studio—and paint a keepsake of your own. Then visit the famed staircase decorated in tiles.
- Mt. Etna Experience: Spend an adventure-filled morning exploring Mt. Etna—Europe's highest and most active volcano—on and off the beaten path.
- Puppet Experience: Learn the heritage of Sicilian puppet theater as you see a master puppeteer at work, get hands on with a workshop visit and enjoy a private puppet show.
Itinerary
Day 1: Palermo
Arrive in Palermo
Ciao e benvenuto a Sicily! Once you clear customs and retrieve your luggage in the baggage claim area, look for the Adventures by Disney representative who will assist you with your luggage and take you to the prearranged transportation to your hotel.
Check-in at Hotel & Explore
As soon as you walk through the entrance to the Grand Hotel et Des Palmes—your home for the next 2 nights—you'll feel enveloped in the elegance and romanticism that permeates throughout this iconic Sicilian hotel. Once you check in, spend time exploring the hotel and discover the amenities it offers. Then venture outside into the heart of Palermo and walk the shop- and café-lined streets of Sicily's capital city.
Welcome Dinner
Gather for a delicious dinner with your fellow Adventurers and Adventure Guides with whom you will be creating magical memories on your amazing trip.- Meals Included: Dinner
- Accommodations: Grand Hotel et Des Palmes
Day 2: Monreale and Palermo
Breakfast at Hotel
Enjoy a hearty buffet breakfast in the hotel's dining room to start your adventure-filled day.
Excursion to Monreale Cathedral & Monastery
Stand in awe at one of Italy's most important monuments and one of the great examples of Norman architecture. Started in 1172 by William II, the last Norman king, and completed in 1267, the cathedral features intricate and colorful tile mosaics that depict stories from the Bible, sacred artwork and several tombs, which includes the final resting place of Louis IX, King of France. You'll take a privately guided tour through the cathedral, the monastery and cloister gardens.
Capo Market Tour & Food Tasting Lunch
Experience the vibrancy of local foods and flavors as you make your way through the vendor stalls where you'll taste Sicilian staples like panelle, crocche, caponata e sifincione, coppu and, of course, cannoli.
Teatro Massimo Tour
Peek behind the curtain of the Teatro Massimo, the largest theater in Italy. You'll go backstage on a privately guided tour of this stunning building that was built in 1897 and is world-renowned for its perfect acoustics.
Old City Exploration
Feel the flow of the bustling city of Palermo as you wind your way down the streets that have lasted throughout the city's 2,000-year history on this privately guided tour.
Optional Visit to Capuchin Catacombs
Explore the spookier side of Palermo and head down into the catacombs of the Convent of the Capuchin Friars, whose excavation began in the 16th century after the original cemetery ran out of space. Before being closed in 1939, close to 10,000 bodies were entombed in the catacombs.
Dinner On Your Own in Palermo
Work up an appetite while exploring the city of Palermo, then sit down to savor the local flavors with a delicious meal. You may dine at one of the restaurants in the hotel or in the city. Be sure to ask your Adventure Guides to recommend some of their favorite dining spots.- Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
- Accommodations: Grand Hotel et Des Palmes
Day 3: Sant'Angelo Muxaro and Agregento
Breakfast at Hotel
Enjoy a hearty buffet breakfast at the hotel to start your day.
Sant'Angelo Muxaro Village Experience & Lunch
Experience daily life in a small Sicilian village on this walking tour where you'll visit local artisans and their shops, such as tasting a local specialty at the bakery or observing the shepherd making cheese. Your walking tour culminates with a seated lunch highlighting the foods you learned about and prepared by the people you met—a village-to-table lunch!
Check-in at Hotel
Discover the Doric Eco Boutique Resort & Spa, a luxurious retreat situated just outside the historic center of Agrigento. With its traditional Sicilian hospitality and eco-friendly approach, this resort offers an elegant boutique atmosphere—complete with a full-service spa, a sauna and a restaurant serving sustainable cuisine.
Valley of the Temples Privately Guided Tour
Join a local expert for a privately guided tour of this stunning archaeological site comprised of the ruins of 7 temples. One of the most outstanding examples of Magna Graecia art and architecture, the site is one of Sicily's most popular attractions and has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Dinner at the Hotel
Dine in the hotel's restaurant Ambrosia, which features cuisine made with fresh, locally grown ingredients.- Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodations: Doric Eco Boutique Resort & Spa
Day 4: Piazza Armerina, Caltagirone, Siracusa
Breakfast at Hotel
Start your day with a delicious breakfast at the hotel before transferring to Piazza Armerina to begin the day's adventures.
Villa Romana del Casale
As you tour the ruins of this Imperial Roman villa that dates back to the fourth century, you'll be awed as you see the stories unfold in the richest, largest and most complex collection of late Roman mosaics in the world. The villa is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is one of Sicily's most popular destinations for visitors.
Lunch at a Local Agriturismo
Savor the wonderful flavors from a locally grown and highly sustainable lunch as you dine at a converted 14th-century monastery.
Caltagirone Ceramics Experience and Scalinata di Santa Maria del Monte
Get a privately guided tour of this traditional artisan ceramics studio in a village famous for their intricate ceramic designs and vibrant colors. You'll get a demonstration where you'll learn about the process that goes into creating these stunning works of art. Then, you'll even get to put your artistic flare to the test by painting your very own ceramic keepsake.
You'll also visit the famed Scalinata di Santa Maria del Monte, where each step is decorated with locally designed ceramic tiles. This monumental staircase creates the 142-step flight of hand-painted majolica tiles that connects the old and new worlds.
Check-in at Hotel
Following your coach transfer to Siracusa, you'll arrive at the Ortea Palace Hotel, your home for the next 2 nights. While your Adventure Guides get you checked in, explore this charming hotel that was built in the early 20th century.
Adult Dinner at Hotel
Adults will gather for dinner in the hotel's restaurant, taking in stunning views of Ortigia and the sea.
Junior Adventurer Dinner at Hotel
While the adults enjoy their meal, Junior Adventurers will dine together in a private setting in the hotel.
Junior Adventurer Movie Night
Following dinner, Junior Adventurers will gather to relax and enjoy a movie together.- Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodations: Ortea Palace Hotel
Day 5: Siracusa
Breakfast at the Hotel
Enjoy a delicious buffet breakfast at the hotel to start off your adventure-filled day.
Ortigia Walking Tour
Marvel at the many historic buildings on the island of Ortigia, the oldest part of the magnificent city of Siracusa, which is located on Sicily's southeast coast. Among the sights you'll visit are the Cathedral of Syracuse, a UNESCO World Heritage Site whose structure is originally a Greek Doric temple.
Puppet Experience
Become immersed in the story and history of the Opera dei Pupi, the Sicilian puppet theater, included in the UNESCO Cultural Intangible Heritage List. Activities include:- Private Puppet Show in Theatre: Experience the fun and excitement of a live puppet show performed by professional puppeteers.
- Backstage Tour: Visit backstage for a fascinating glimpse of what the puppeteers do during their performances.
- Puppet Museum: See the history of puppets at this museum dedicated to the art and craft of puppetry.
- Puppet Workshop: Customize your own puppet creation.
Pizzeria Lunch on the Duomo
Dine at a local pizzeria located in the heart of Ortigia island where you can enjoy great food while watching the people as they walk through one of the most beautiful squares in Italy.
Afternoon & Evening On Your Own in Siracusa
Continue your exploration of one of Sicily's most beautiful cities. The Temple of Athena, Arethusa Spring and Castello Maniace are just a few options you may wish to visit. And after you've worked up an appetite, stop in a local restaurant for what is sure to be an amazing meal. Your Adventure Guides will be happy to recommend some of their go-to restaurants.- Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
- Accommodations: Ortea Palace Hotel
Day 6: Mt. Etna and Taormina
Breakfast at Hotel
Enjoy a delightful breakfast at the hotel before you head out to for fantastic adventures at Mt. Etna.
Mt. Etna Experience
A day filled with adventure awaits at Mt. Etna—Europe's highest and most active volcano. You'll ride through small towns at the base of Mt. Etna before embarking on a jeep tour that includes an exploration of a lava tube—a natural tunnel formed by old lava flows. Following the jeep tour, Guests will have the option to walk some of the area's trails with a dedicated guide or head directly to Gambino Winery.
Lunch at Gambino Winery & Wine Tasting
Arrive at this gorgeous winery, situated on the eastern slope of Mt. Etna in front of the Taormina Riviera. You'll enjoy a delicious lunch and tour the winery where they create wines that are flavored by the volcanic born fields.
During a wine tasting, adults can taste how hundreds of years of working the vineyards and a volcanic terroir creates unique complexities in the wine. Junior Adventurers will enjoy their own tasting of products from the region.
Check-in at Hotel
As your Adventure Guides check you into the fabulous NH Collection Taormina, relax and explore the hotel which is your home for the next 2 nights. With a stylish blend of early 20th-century architecture combined with a modern flare and small details that reference Sicilian traditions, along with an assortment of dining options, fitness room and in-room espresso machine, you'll feel totally at ease. Plus, the views of the sea and historic town are spectacular.
Dinner On Your Own in Taormina
After you've had a chance to unwind, walk into the heart of old town Taormina for a delicious meal at a local restaurant. Your Adventure Guides will be happy to recommend the perfect dining spot for your tastes.- Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
- Accommodations: NH Collection Taormina
Day 7: Taormina
Breakfast at the Hotel
Start your day off with a tasty breakfast before you explore more of this seaside town.
Teatro Greco
Visit the 2,000-year-old ancient Greek theater that offers unparalleled views of the azure waters of the Ionian Sea as well as Mt. Etna off in the distance.
Isola Bella & Blue Cave Boat Tour
Relax and take in the spectacular scenery that surrounds you as you sail around Isola Bella in privately chartered boats. Explore the Blue Cave and then swim off the boat during this amazing excursion.
Lunch & Afternoon On Your Own in Taormina
Follow your delightful morning at sea with a delicious lunch in town. Then, continue to explore the shops, markets, cafés and piazzas in this charming town.
Farewell Dinner at the Hotel
What better way to say arrivederci to your fellow Adventurers than with a fabulous farewell meal served on the terrace of your hotel.- Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
- Accommodations: NH Collection Taormina
Day 8: Taormina
Breakfast at Hotel
Bid farewell to all your fellow Adventurers as you enjoy one last breakfast in Sicily.
Transfer to Catania Airport (CTA)
Say arrivederci to Sicily as you board prearranged transportation to Catania Airport (CTA) to begin your journey home.- Meals Included: Breakfast
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