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Optional Activities: During your trip, your guide will likely offer optional activities. If these activities are available in the Europamundo app or through your "My Trip" link, we strongly recommend booking them well in advance to ensure availability. Waiting until the last minute often means missing out on the opportunity to participate due to lack of tickets, coach seats, etc.

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Please be on time as we travel together in a group; everyone´s cooperation is essential for a successful trip.

Enjoy your tour!

Rome - Naples - Capri - Sorrento - Salerno

Total distance covered: 300 km.

Scenery: Stunning landscapes in the Bay of Naples and Sorrento.

Note: As we will be taking some boats, we suggest bringing warm clothes for the deck. Don´t forget your camera; the landscapes are breathtaking. Due to weather conditions, the ships connecting Naples with Capri or Sorrento may not operate. In such cases, the route will be modified, arriving in Sorrento by road and visiting Amalfi instead of Capri.

07:00 a.m. – Departure from Rome to travel to the Bay of Naples in southern Italy.
11:00 a.m. – We’ll stop in Naples to board a ferry (tickets included). The estimated departure is at 11:35 a.m. for a 50-minute cruise through beautiful landscapes.

12:45 p.m. - Capri. Enjoy free time. You can visit the White Grotto or take a cable car ride to the center of Capri.
04:15 p.m. - Departure from Capri. We’ll board the ferry again and continue to Sorrento (schedule subject to change). Enjoy the beautiful views upon arrival in Sorrento.

05:15 p.m. – Sorrento. We’ll arrive in a picturesque and lively town at the foot of a cliff, with a harbor in the lower area.

06:30 p.m. - Departure from Sorrento.
08:15 p.m. - Salerno.

Note: During the winter months, schedules will be modified (leaving Naples earlier) to make the most of daylight hours.

Salerno - Paola - Messina - Taormina

Total distance covered by road: 475 km.

Scenery: Mountains, sea, and picturesque villages along the route.

Note: We recommend bringing warm clothes to enjoy the ferry crossing between the Italian Peninsula and Sicily.

07:30 a.m. - Departure from Salerno. We’ll travel south through Italy, enjoying views of mountains and charming villages. Our route will take us along the picturesque coast of the Tyrrhenian Sea.
11:30 a.m. - Sanctuary of San Francesco di Paola. There will be time to explore this beautiful sanctuary set in stunning surroundings. Don’t miss the chance to visit the cave! Afterward, there will be free time for a stroll and lunch in the charming old town of Paola.

02:00 p.m. - Departure from Paola. We’ll continue to Villa San Giovanni, arriving around 4:30 p.m., where we’ll board a ship for a short 20-minute crossing to the island of Sicily.
05:30 p.m. - Messina. You’ll have time to explore the city center and enjoy your first experience on the island.

06:30 p.m. - Departure from Messina.
07:30 p.m. - Taormina. Arrival at our hotel. Dinner will be included.

Note: Accommodation will typically be in the Taormina region, though on certain dates, it may be in Messina.

Taormina

Taromina – free day. This enchanting and small coastal city, nestled at the foot of Mount Etna is without a doubt one of the most beautiful places in the Mediterranean. Winston Churchill once described it as the most beautiful place on earth. Take time to stroll through the vibrant historic quarter, visit the Greek theatre with its breathtaking views, or relax on the beaches. Dinner will be included.

Taormina- Catania- Siracusa- Agrigento

Total distance covered: 330 km
Scenery: Fertile fields covered with vineyards and citrus groves, as well as the Ionian coast, where history and sea intertwine in unforgettable scenery.

08:30 a.m. – Taormina – Departure. We descend toward the plain of Catania, at the foot of Mount Etna, the highest active volcano in Europe.

09:30 a.m. – Catania – Arrival and free time to stroll through this city at the foot of Mount Etna, which blends history, art, and Mediterranean life. Its Baroque center, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, impresses with squares such as the emblematic Piazza del Duomo, with the Elephant Fountain as the city’s symbol, and beautiful palaces built in volcanic stone, along with the bustling fish market, one of the most picturesque in Sicily.

11:30 a.m. – Catania – Departure. We continue south along the coast.

12:45 p.m. – Syracuse – Arrival. An ancient jewel of Magna Graecia on the Ionian Sea, renowned for its historical and cultural heritage. On its island of Ortigia, the historic core connected by bridges, you’ll find highlights such as the cathedral, built over a Greek temple, and the Maniace Castle, along with lively narrow streets, seaside terraces, and markets. Free time to stroll and have lunch.

4:00 p.m. – Syracuse – Departure. We cross the island’s interior, passing through hills and farmland.

7:00 p.m. – Agrigento – Arrival. Before reaching the hotel, from our coach we will admire the imposing Valley of the Temples, one of the most extraordinary archaeological sites in Sicily. Dinner included.

Agrigento - Marsala - Erice - Palermo

Total distance covered: 300 km.

Today we’ll explore archaeological sites that highlight the influence of ancient Greece in Sicily. Accompanied by a local guide, we’ll visit the Valley of the Temples in Agrigento, an impressive archaeological site renowned for its well-preserved Greek temples (admission included).

11:00 a.m. - Departure from Agrigento.
01:30 p.m. - Marsala. Arrival in this historic city known for its vibrant atmosphere and famous wine. We’ll have time for lunch.

03:00 p.m. - Departure from Marsala. We’ll continue our journey around the scenic Marsala salt pans.
04:15 p.m. - Erice. This picturesque Phoenician town, perched atop a hill and surrounded by ancient walls, invites us to take a leisurely stroll.

05:15 p.m. - Departure from Erice.
07:15 p.m. - Palermo. Dinner and accommodation.

Palermo

09:00 a.m. - After breakfast, you’ll embark on a guided tour of Palermo, including a visit to the beautiful village of Monreale, now part of the city outskirts, and home to an architectural complex that is a World Heritage Site. The Sicilian capital is a city full of contrasts, with stories of Arabs, Normans, and Baroque splendor. Highlights include the Cathedral (admission included) and the Royal Palace with its Palatine Chapel. After the panoramic tour, which will end in Piazza del Teatro Massimo, you’ll have free time for lunch and a stroll.

 

Our journey will come to an end, leaving you with wonderful and lasting memories.

Please, check the time of your flight in case you might need an additional night. Our guide will advise you on the best public transportation for your transfers.

If you need to book an external service (like a plane or train) on the last day of your tour, which includes activities, please note that the detailed itineraries are based on "planned" schedules and could be affected by various factors such as traffic, customer delays, mechanical issues, etc. It´s advisable not to book a flight or train with a tight schedule without considering these factors. Always allocate extra time in your schedule for unexpected events.