Highlights of Sicily & Southern Italy

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Highlights of Sicily & Southern Italy

14 Days Starting in Rome, Metropolitan City of Rome Capital, Italy and ending in Palermo, PA, Italy

Visiting: Rome, Rome, Castel Gandolfo, Sorrento Coast Relais, Capri, Pompei, Naples, Bari, Lecce, Alberobello Area, Matera, Pizzo Calabro, Reggio Calabria, Taormina, Agrigento, Palermo

Tour operator:

Globus

Tour code:

LM-2024

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

18 - 36

Physical rating:

Low

Age range:

5-99

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians

Tour operated in:

English

From:

$3758

$3377 (USD) Operator discount: -$381

NB: Prices correct on 20-May-2024 but subject to change.

Tour Overview

In Greek mythology, the Scylla and Charybdis were two sea monsters located in the Strait of Messina between Sicily and the Italian mainland, endangering ancient mariners, and inspiring the expression “being caught between a rock and a hard place.” Will you find yourself in such a predicament on this Undiscovered Tour of Southern Italy and Sicily? On the contrary, you’ll delightfully find yourself caught between Byzantine and Roman culture, flanked by Norman and Italian influences, and in the midst of a cross-cultural wonderland. Your comparison of cobblestones, customs, and cuisine gets underway in Rome, heads down to the dramatic Sorrento Coast, and then kicks the fun from Italy’s heel to its toe and all the way into the great melting pot of Sicily. From Italy’s lower half to its largest island, ruins, resorts—a rich history awaits.

Highlights

You’ll delightfully find yourself caught between Byzantine and Roman culture, flanked by Norman and Italian influences, and in the midst of a cross-cultural wonderland
Your comparison of cobblestones, customs, and cuisine gets underway in Rome, heads down to the dramatic Sorrento Coast, and then kicks the fun from Italy’s heel to its toe and all the way into the great melting pot of Sicily
Take a Globus Local Favorite guided visit of the Papal Palace and the Barberini Gardens followed by lunch at Villa Barberini en route to the Sorrento Coast

Places You'll See

Degli Aranci

Starhotels Michelangelo

Towers Hotel Stabiae Sorrento Coast

Grand Hotel Olimpo

Excelsior

Grand Hotel D'aragona

Grand Hotel Excelsior

Hellenia Yachting Hotel

Mercure Palermo Centro

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Day 1 : Arrive In Rome,Italy

Location: Rome

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Hotel Mediterraneo

Meals Included: Dinner

At 5 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome dinner at a local restaurant

Day 2 : Rome-Castel Gandolfo-Sorrento Coast

Location: Rome, Castel Gandolfo, Sorrento Coast Relais

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Towers Hotel Stabiae Sorrento Coast

Meals Included: No Meals

CASTEL GANDOLFO Take a [LF] guided visit of the Papal Palace and the Barberini Gardens followed by lunch at Villa Barberini en route to the Sorrento Coast.
193 mi / 310 km

Day 3 : Sorrento Coast. Excursion To Capri

Location: Sorrento Coast Relais, Capri, Sorrento Coast Relais

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Towers Hotel Stabiae Sorrento Coast

Meals Included: Breakfast

SORRENTO COAST Jetfoil ride to Capri.
CAPRI Take a funicular ride from the harbor to the village for guided sightseeing, including the Augustus Gardens. Free time for lunch.
SORRENTO Free time.

Day 4 : Sorrento Coast. Excursion To Pompeii And Naples

Location: Sorrento Coast Relais, Pompei, Naples, Sorrento Coast Relais

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Towers Hotel Stabiae Sorrento Coast

Meals Included: No Meals

POMPEII Take a guided walking tour of the excavations. Free time for lunch.
NAPLES Guided sightseeing includes an orientation drive on the panoramic road to Posillipo, a stop in Piazza Plebiscito, and [LF] a slice of Neapolitan pizza.
68 mi / 110 km

Day 5 : Sorrento Coast-Bari

Location: Sorrento Coast Relais, Bari

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Grande Albergo Delle Nazioni

Meals Included: Breakfast

SORRENTO COAST Free morning before departing for Bari.
186 mi / 300 km

Day 6 : Bari-Lecce-Alberobello Area

Location: Bari, Lecce, Alberobello Area

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Grand Hotel D'Aragona

Meals Included: No Meals

BARI Guided sightseeing includes a walking tour of Bari Vecchia, the city’s oldest district, and San Nicola’s Church.
LECCE Walking tour with a Local Guide includes the Duomo and Santa Croce Basilica. [LF] Taste traditional pasticciotto (filled pastry) with almond-infused iced coffee.
186 mi / 300 km

Day 7 : Alberobello Area

Location: Alberobello Area

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Grand Hotel D'Aragona

Meals Included: Breakfast

ALBEROBELLO Guided walking tour includes a visit to a Trullo (traditional conical-roof house). Free time this afternoon and evening.

Day 8 : Alberobello Area-Matera-Pizzo Calabro-Reggio Calabria

Location: Alberobello Area, Matera, Pizzo Calabro, Reggio Calabria

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Grand Hotel Excelsior

Meals Included: No Meals

MATERA Orientation walk with panoramic view of the picturesque sassi house (cave houses). Take a scenic drive along the Gulf of Taranto.
PIZZO CALABRO Enjoy a [LF] traditional tartufo (ice cream dessert) tasting.
REGGIO CALABRIA Join a guided visit of the museum that houses the Bronzi di Riace (famous bronze warrior sculptures).
280 mi / 450 km

Day 9 : Reggio Calabria-Taormina Riviera

Location: Reggio Calabria, Taormina

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Hellenia Yachting Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

STRAIT OF MESSINA Ferry crossing to Sicily.
TAORMINA Visit the ancient Greek theatre. Free time to explore.
81 mi / 130 km

Day 10 : Taormina Riviera

Location: Taormina

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Hellenia Yachting Hotel

Meals Included: No Meals

TAORMINA RIVIERA Enjoy a free day in Taormina, followed by dinner at a local restaurant.

Day 11 : Taormina Riviera

Location: Taormina

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Hellenia Yachting Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

TAORMINA RIVIERA Enjoy a free day.

Day 12 : Taormina Riviera-Agrigento-Palermo

Location: Taormina, Agrigento, Palermo

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Mercure Palermo Centro

Meals Included: Breakfast

AGRIGENTO Take a guided walking tour of the Valley of Temples en route to Palermo.
211 mi / 340 km

Day 13 : Palermo

Location: Palermo

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Mercure Palermo Centro

Meals Included: No Meals

PALERMO Guided sightseeing includes the Church of Immacolata and a visit to the cathedral. Scenic drive to Monreale for a panoramic view of the Conca d’Oro and a visit to the Norman Cathedral. Enjoy an [LF] Aperitivo (pre-dinner cocktail) at a noble palace followed by a farewell dinner at a local restaurant.

Day 14 : Palermo

Location: Palermo

Meals Included: Breakfast

Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.

What's Included

Accommodation

As detailed in the itinerary
Fully Guided
Meals

As detailed in the itinerary
Transport

Private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach with free Wi-Fi

What's Not Included

Airport Transfers at Destination
Insurance

Small Group

Globus offers Small-Group Discoveries on select Europe dates. A Small-Group Discovery is limited to an average of just 24 guests per departure. There’s always room to roam with extra space between you and other travelers—while still getting up close and personal to the experiences you’ve been dreaming of. Small-Group Discoveries include all the features of a traditional Globus Europe escorted tour, complete with expert Tour Director, Driver, and Local Guides who ensure that your health and safety is our top priority. A Small-Group Discovery trip is the perfectly sized European tour—without the crowds.

UNESCO Sites

Accommodation

Rome:Mediterraneo
Sorrento Coast:Towers Hotel Stabiae Sorrento Coast
Bari:Grande Albergo Delle Nazioni
Alberobello Area:Grand Hotel D'Aragona
Reggio Calabria:Grand Hotel Excelsior
Taormina Riviera:Hellenia Yachting Hotel
Palermo:Mercure Palermo Centro

Check out our Q&As

Will there be an escort accompanying this tour?

Yes
Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?

As detailed in the itinerary
Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?

Yes
Are children permitted to take part in the tour?

Yes, 5 years or above
What is the maximum group size?

Usually max 43 people

Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?

Yes
Will passengers from another country be participating in the tour?

Yes
How long has the tour company been trading?

For over 90 years.
Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

Yes
What policies are in place for Covid-19?

Please contact us for latest Covid-19 policies
What documents will I receive before I travel?

Travel documents, including any air tickets, itineraries, and other information, are available approximately two to three weeks prior to departure provided full payment has been received.
What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?

The Globus Lighthouse Project - an illuminating initiative where we can all come together to tread lightly and give generously for the globe's greater good. Globus, along with sister companies Avalon Waterways and Cosmos, invite our travellers and partners to help us in supporting causes that provide for a more sustainable planet and a brighter tomorrow.

Reviews of this operator

Lisset

Great Value for your Money

19-Dec-2022

This is my second time travelling with Globus, would have been my third if not for COVID. The way they plan everything is super organized, the tour managers are very caring and knowledgeable. We always enjoy all the site visits planned for each trip. They start by picking you up from the airport and from then on everything is taken care of up until the last day of your trip, even dropping you off at the airport not matter the time of day or night. The hotels at every city are always great and centrally located so you can walk around during your free time or plan your own visits to different sites.

Joan Cupp (Google Reviewer)

My go-to escorted travel Co My...

01-Mar-2024

My go-to escorted travel Co My 4th trip with Globus and the did not disappoint. The sales deals they offer make it affordable for me to travel. All of the guides are well versed in the history of the area you travel in.

David R

What a wonderful trip, thanks Globus

10-Jan-2023

Globus is my favorite travel agency. I tried others, but always come back to Globus. It is a 100% stress free one-stop shop. Easy booking with flight, hotel, transportation and travel insurance all in one place. Great customer service at reasonable prices. Lots of information prepared for the trip to handle travel logistics. I planned and booked my trip within 24 hours. Highly recommended to everyon

Alexander Wright

Great guide, accommodations, and tours.

28-Dec-2022

We had a fantastic guide, with a great mix of free time and guided tours.

CTRTeach 11

Globus exceeded my expectations!

20-Dec-2022

This is my first Globus tour. I was pleasantly surprised with the depth and quality. The hotels were top notch, and the cruise on the Nile exceeded my expectations. The cabins were roomy and comfortable, and the food was very good.

Nancy Arias

The experience was amazing!!

30-Dec-2022

The trip was amazing. Our tour guide was so kind and very knowledgeable. I needed to attend a very important meeting via zoom. She was very understanding and accommodating to my needs and made it happen. I was very grateful! Our driver was by far the best driver I’ve ever encountered! I was beyond impressed with our guide, driver and trip!! I will definitely be back for another adventure!!

Irish Beth Maddock (Google Reviewer)

Did the Globus Highlands and...

30-Sep-2023

Did the Globus Highlands and Islands Scottish Tour with Ian and Allister. What a trip!! With his sharp wit, immense knowledge and fun humour, Ian absolutely brought Scotland to vivid life with his many tales, informative quips and total, utter passion for history. Was spellbound. Am so VERY thankful I had the opportunity to be on Ian's last bus tour before retiring with Globus. In addition, to being so hard working and helpful, with Allister our driver, I cannot tell you how safe and secure I felt in his capable driving hands. He had some very awkward traffic and interesting roads to navigate with our large bus, (especially on the islands and up north) but he handled it all expertly and without a hitch. So much so, I was able to relax and enjoy the journey. All in all, with our tour, you could tell both these kind men cared very much for those of us who needed the extra help and advice. Made my bucket list trip to Scotland so memorable and wonderful. Thank you Ian and Allister! Globus is truly fortunate to have you both.

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