Rome, Naples & Sicily Highlights - 11 days

Rome, Naples & Sicily Highlights - 11 days

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Rome, Naples & Sicily Highlights - 11 days

11 Days Starting in Rome and ending in Taormina

Visiting: Rome, Naples, Pompei, Sorrento, Capri, Palermo, Erice, Saline of the Laguna Marsala, Marsala, Agrigento, Ragusa, Noto, Syracuse, Taormina, Mount Etna

Tour operator:

On The Go Tours

Tour code:

2517/RNSH

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

2 - 50

Age range:

No Minimum Age. Children aged 0 - 5  travel free. Children aged 6+ pay adult priceMaximum Age: No maximum age but not suitable for pax with mobility issues

Activities:

Sightseeing, Walking

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Tour Overview

COACH TOUR: Enjoy an evening walking tour of Rome, take in sweeping views of Naples and eat real Neapolitan pizza on this 11-day coach tour. Discover the ruins of Pompeii, enjoy a day trip to the island of Capri and take an overnight ferry to the Mediterranean island of Sicily. Here, highlights include sightseeing in the capital of Palermo, wine tasting in Marsala, and a visit to Mount Etna, one of the most active volcanoes in Europe.

Highlights

  • Rome - Join an evening walking tour of the historic Italian capital, taking in highlights including the Pantheon and Trevi Fountain

  • Naples - Tuck in to authentic Neapolitan pizza, admire the view over the city from Vomero Hill and enjoy a guided tour of the nearby ruins of Pompeii

  • Capri - Discover the famous Blue Grotto sea cave (weather permitting) and enjoy plenty of free time to explore the island at leisure

  • Palermo - Explore the capital of Sicily on a guided sightseeing tour and enjoy lots of free time to take in the sights at your pace

  • Agrigento - Visit the Valley of the Temples, which is home to an outstanding collection of Greek temples and other ruins, including the iconic Temple of Concordia

  • Piazza Armerina - See the incredibly well-preserved mosaic floor at UNESCO-listed Villa Romana del Casale

  • Syracuse - Venture into the Ear of Dionysius cave and see the other highlights of the Neapolis Archaeological Park, including the Roman amphitheatre

  • Taormina - Take in grumbling Mount Etna, one of Europe's most active volcanoes - conditions permitting, opt for a hike up to the summit

  • Syracuse - See the historic centre of the city, Ortigia, located on a small island off the coast of Sicily

Itinerary

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Day 1: Rome

Location: Rome


Welcome to Italy! On arrival in Rome, make your own way to our start hotel. Our tour begins at 19:45 so if you arrive early you will have time to do some independent sightseeing - perhaps head to the Colosseum?



When better to explore this most romantic of cities than with a sunset walking tour? Our expert local guide takes us to highlights including the Spanish Steps and the Piazza Della Rotonda, home of the Pantheon. Throw a coin into the Trevi Fountain for good luck and taste some authentic Italian gelato. After our tour ends, the rest of the evening is at leisure.



Please note: Pick-up from the hotel is at 19:45 for our evening walking tour of Rome, so please make sure you arrive in Italy in plenty of time on day 1 or before, to avoid missing the tour!

Day 2: Naples

Location: Rome, Naples, Pompei, Sorrento

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Rome - Naples - Sorrento. Setting off from Rome, we head south, passing through Lazio and Campania to reach Naples, the birthplace of pizza! We'll take a short hike up Vomero Hill to enjoy panoramic views of the Gulf of Naples, Mount Vesuvius, Capri, Ischia and Naples below.



Then we make the short drive to Pompeii, in the shadow of Vesuvius. Lunch is included so you can try some authentic Neapolitan pizza before our tour of Pompeii.



In the year 79 AD, the residents of Pompeii, a prosperous and sophisticated Roman city, were going about their day. Suddenly and without warning, the normally quiet Mount Vesuvius erupted, burying the city in up to 6 metres of ash and pumice. Whilst many Pompeiians escaped, approximately 2,000 people were buried and perished. The ash perfectly preserved the city, and on our guided tour we will see some of the surviving artifacts, mosaics and buildings, and will find out more about the eruption and what life was like in the city before this fateful day.



After our tour of Pompeii we head along the picturesque Sorrentine coast to Sorrento, where dinner is included - please dress smartly as it is a formal dinner!

Day 3: Capri

Location: Sorrento, Capri, Sorrento

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Sorrento - Capri - Sorrento. Today we explore the beautiful and exclusive Mediterranean island of Capri. Weather permitting, we will visit the Blue Grotto sea cave by row boat. You can enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before there is free time to explore the island. Capri was a summer home for the Roman emperor Augustus and today is popular with celebrities. After our visit, we return to Sorrento.

Day 4: Sorrento

Location: Sorrento, Palermo

Meals Included: Breakfast

Sorrento - Palermo. There is free time this morning for you to explore Sorrento. Perhaps enjoy some shopping, or sample some local limoncello. In the afternoon we drive to the port of Naples, and board the overnight ferry to Palermo, capital of Sicily.

Day 5: Palermo

Location: Palermo

Meals Included: Dinner

We arrive in Palermo and disembark the ferry before transferring to our hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure to head out and explore Palermo.

Day 6: Palermo

Location: Palermo

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

This morning we visit Monreale, located in the fertile valley of La Conca d'Oro and renowned for its almonds, citrus fruits, and olive oil. We'll visit UNESCO-listed Monreale Cathedral and there will be time for some lunch and shopping if you choose.



Returning to Palermo, we enjoy a guided walking tour of the Sicilian capital. This 3,000-year-old city has a rich history which our local guide will share with you. Step back in time as we explore the narrow streets of the Old Town and visit the impressive Palermo Cathedral. After our tour, you will have free time to further sightsee independently.

Day 7: Saline Della Laguna

Location: Palermo, Erice, Saline of the Laguna Marsala, Marsala, Agrigento

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Palermo - Erice - Saline della Laguna - Marsala - Agrigento. We enjoy a busy day of Sicilian sightseeing today! Departing Palermo, we head to the medieval village of Erice, where little has changed since the 6th century. Hewn into the side of Monte San Giuliano, Erice offers incredible views and delightful labyrinthine lanes to explore.



Our next stop is Saline della Laguna, a historic salt pan. We then continue to a traditional tavern in the wine-producing region of Marsala. Here we can visit the wine cellar before enjoying included wine tasting and lunch. Then it's onwards to Agrigento, on Sicily's south coast.



This afternoon we visit the Valley of the Temples, one of the most outstanding surviving examples of Ancient Greek architecture in the world. We take in the incredible Temple of Concordia, Temple of Hercules and the Temple of Jupiter, which was once the largest Doric temple ever constructed. Reaching our hotel, the evening is at leisure.

Day 8: Ragusa

Location: Agrigento, Ragusa

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Agrigento - Ragusa. Today we drive to the hilltop town of Ragusa. Here we visit the enchanting historical centre, known for its Baroque palaces and churches. We see the old gate of San Giorgio, and the Giardini Iblei, a picturesque public garden with sweeping views of the surrounding area. Then we head to Piazza Pola to visit the Baroque Church of San Giuseppe, a hidden gem in the city. We also see the elegant Cathedral of San Giorgio and Cosentini Palace, a beautiful Baroque villa protected by UNESCO.

Day 9: Syracuse

Location: Ragusa, Noto, Syracuse, Taormina

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Ragusa - Noto - Syracuse - Taormina. Our first stop after departing Ragusa this morning is the picturesque town of Noto. We visit the Cathedral of San Nicolò, rebuilt in the years following an earthquake in 1990.



Driving along the coast, we then reach Syracuse, at Sicily's southeastern tip. Here we visit Ortygia, an island that is also home to Syracuse's oldest area, with lots of medieval streets and Baroque architecture to admire. There is free time to explore this fascinating and historic area. Continuing to Taormina, the evening is at leisure.

Day 10: Taormina

Location: Taormina, Mount Etna, Taormina

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today we visit the largest active volcano in Europe - Mount Etna. This stratovolcano last erupted in 2022, and you may well see signs of volcanic activity including smoke billowing from the top of the volcano. On our visit, we learn about this volcanic activity and see the lava fields from previous eruptions. Weather and conditions permitting, we have the opportunity to hike to the summit, 1,800m above sea level.



Returning to Taormina, the rest of the day is free for you to explore this hilltop coastal town. We recommend visiting the Ancient Greek amphitheatre, Teatro Antico di Taormina, which is still in use today.

Day 11: Taormina

Location: Taormina

Meals Included: Breakfast

Enjoy breakfast in the hotel before our Sicilian adventure comes to an end.

What's Included

  • Accommodation
    4-star hotels

  • 9 breakfasts, 1 lunch & 8 dinners

  • 9 nights 4 star hotels & 1 night overnight ferry to Palermo

  • Escorted by an English-speaking Italian tour guide with specialist guides for some sightseeing

  • Transportation by deluxe coach with Wi-Fi, audio headsets and onboard toilet

  • Guided sightseeing with local guides in Rome, Pompeii, Capri, Palermo, Agrigento, and Syracuse

  • Skip the line entrance tickets to Pompeii

  • Visit to the Blue Grotto in Capri

  • Visit of a historic wine cellar, lunch and wine tasting in Marsala

  • Entrance tickets to archaeological sites mentioned in itinerary

  • Note: Touring is operated in conjunction with other tourist groups, not solely On The Go. You will join travellers who booked through other operators for sightseeing each day, some staying in different hotels, and spend your evenings at leisure. The group

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What's Not Included

  • International flights and visas

  • Additional meals and drinks unless specified

  • Airport transfers

  • Entrance fees not mentioned in Inclusions

  • Tipping - an entirely personal gesture

  • City tax of €1 - 6 per person per night (tax varies by city), to be paid directly to the hotel at check-in/out. See Trip Notes for details. Please note we recommend paying your city tax when checking in or in the evening during your stay to save time on c

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