9-Nights A Classic Journey Around Sicily - Tailormade Journeys
Presided over by fiery Mount Etna, Sicily is a red-hot mix of sunbaked temples, sizzling sea views and sensational produce grown on its fertile volcanic slopes. Travel back in time on a tailor-made road trip from the charmingly chaotic capital of Palermo to fiery Etna, the tallest active volcano in Europe. Marvel at Norman-Arab-Byzantine architecture, Doric temples and honey-hued churches and drive through sun-kissed countryside dotted with olive and almond trees.
- Drive right up to the crater edge of Etna by private jeep, and taste wines from grapes grown in its fertile soil
- Delve into Arab-Norman-Byzantine Palermo, intriguing and full of stories, including the dazzling cathedral and cloisters of Monreale
- Marvel at the Roman mosaics of the Villa del Casale
- Admire the baroque churches of the Val di Noto and taste artisanal chocolate in Modica
- Drink in the views of Mount Etna from Taormina’s ancient amphitheater
- Wander among near-intact 2,000-year-old temples, strewn among almond trees outside Agrigento
- Fall under the spell of beautiful Syracuse and the tangle of cobbled streets at its island heart
Vacation Inclusions:
- Accommodations
- Meals as noted on itinerary
- Sightseeing and activities per the itinerary
- Private transfers and more
9 nights from $12,995 per person
Supplier: Abercrombie & KentTaormina
The east coast of Sicily is considered by many to be its most magnificent. Lovely Taormina was called "the greatest work of art and nature" by Goethe in his Italian Journey. Situated above the Ionian Sea with Mount Etna as a spectacular backdrop, this storybook town of sculpted gardens, stately palaces and ancient monuments is easily one of Sicily’s most striking sites. There is much to see and do here; the main attractions in Taormina are seen on foot. Incredible vistas are available from Taormina's Public Gardens which are filled with exotic flowers and plants. In Giardini-Naxos, close to the pier, the Bourbon fort contains a fine museum, Museo Archaeologico. The entrance is via a garden bisected by an ancient lava flow.
Siracusa
Sicilia is the favorite island of Gods in traditional poetry. The most powerful and biggest ancient city in Sicilia is Siracusa. Its name may come from the native word "Siraco", which means "marsh", due to the bogs which surrounded the city. Or it may derive from a Phenician etymology signifying the presence of seagulls on its rocky shores. Few cities of the ancient world had the importance Syracuse had in Magna Grecia, the ancient Greek settlements in Italy. The most spectacular monuments in the archeological area surrounded by colorful Mediterranean vegetation are the Greek amphitheatre and the Orecchio di Dionisio (Dionysius' Ear). Besides touring the Archeological Museum that contains beautiful objects, Ortigia Island, the heart of the old Greek city, is worth a visit. Outside the city limits is Eurialo Castle, an incredible structure built to protect the city from the Cathaginians, and Pantalica, the great rocky necropolis in Anapo Valley.
Agrigento
Agrigento is a small town on the Southern coast of Sicily. The beach is wonderful and the small streets of the old town are quaint and charming. Just outside the city, you will find magnificent Greek temples located in the Valley of the Seven Temples.
Palermo
Palermo is a city and seaport in Italy on the northwestern coast of Sicily, on the Tyrrhenian Sea. It is the largest city and chief port of Sicily. Many of the oldest buildings in the city date from the period when Sicily was a Norman kingdom and show Arab, Byzantine, Norman, and Spanish influences. Outstanding examples are the cathedral (1169-1185), the Palatine Chapel (1140), and the church of San Giovanni degli Eremiti (1132).
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| From | Until | From price | |
| 10/20/2025 | 12/31/2026 | $12,995pp | |
| Prices start at | $12,995pp | ||
| Number of nights | 9 | ||
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| Vacation rating | Luxury | ||
| Remarks | Advertised price was quoted on 10/20/25 based on March 2026 departures. Pricing is dynamic and subject to change based on specific travel dates, room categories and availability. Prices are per person, double occupancy and include internal air where applicable. Holiday surcharge may apply. Departure dates, prices and availability may change at any time. Some restrictions may apply. All fares are quoted in US Dollars. |
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