Sicily Itinerary: 7 Days with Private Driver
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Your tailor-made itinerary – No cost, no commitment
Roman Karin will help you — free of charge, no obligation to book.
One Week in Sicily
Experience Sicily’s unforgettable beauty and culture on this private one-week journey across the island’s most captivating regions. Start in Taormina, where cliffside views meet ancient ruins and chic boutiques. Take a guided tour to explore Mount Etna’s dramatic landscapes, then unwind by the coast with fresh seafood and Mediterranean charm. Travel south to Syracuse and stroll through Ortigia’s narrow alleys, baroque piazzas, and bustling markets. This historic port city blends Greek, Roman, and medieval influences, making every corner a story worth discovering.More...
Taormina
Day 1 - 2
Taormina enjoys an idyllic location, favourably perched on a steep mountainside with panoramic views of Mount Etna, two grand sweeping bays and a picturesque Graeco-Roman amphitheatre. Drenched in sunshine year-round, this chic resort town attracts a steady stream of celebrities and holidaying high-rollers. Despite its unashamedly touristy atmosphere, its natural beauty is undeniable. The town’s chaotic network of winding streets is strewn with luxury designer boutiques, ancient churches and flower-filled balconies adorning beautifully restored medieval buildings and intimate piazzas. Taormina is especially magnificent on clear days when you can view the exquisite flora and flora against a backdrop of snow-capped volcanoes spewing puffs of white smoke into a mesmerizingly blue sky. Make sure to spend an afternoon picnicking in the gorgeous Giovanni Colonna Park.
NH Collection Taormina
The NH Collection Taormina hotel is located in the city center of Taormina with convenient access to the Duomo di Taormina and the Isola Bella. You'll find sophisticated rooms and suites which feature bathtubs, free internet access, digital safes, hairdryers, slippers, and NH Collection bathroom amenities. Dining options include Zefiro Restaurant and Lu Souli Bar and Restaurant which serves light dishes and typical Sicilian street food. You can enjoy workouts in the fitness center and a post-workout relaxing dip in the swimming pool. The roof terrace is ideal for quiet reading or intimate conversations. Other refreshing amenities include a spa, sauna, solarium, and steam bath.
Your activity
Etna Half Day Tour
Enjoy a morning tour to Mount Etna, the highest active volcano in Europe. Driving through some of the quaintest villages placed on the slopes of the volcano, you will reach 1,986 meters where you will be able to visit the Sylvester Craters. Afterwards, you will return to Taormina. Mount Etna is one of the most active volcanoes in the world and is in an almost constant state of activity. The fertile volcanic soils support extensive agriculture, with vineyards and orchards spread across the lower slopes of the mountain and the broad Plain of Catania to the south. Due to its history of recent activity and nearby population, Mount Etna has been designated a Decade Volcano by the United Nations. You have the option to take the cable car from 1,986 to 2,500 meters for further exploration of the volcano's higher regions.
Syracuse
Day 3 - 4
Set along the Ionian coast of Sicily, the Italian city of Syracuse is known for its timeless beauty, citrus orchards, and ancient ruins fringed by the glittering blue ocean. History enthusiasts can visit one of Sicily's greatest archaeological sites, the Parco Archeologico della Neapolis, home to the 16000-capacity Roman Theatre, the 5th-century Teatro Greco and the Orecchio di Dionisio, a fascinating limestone cave. Once the largest city in the ancient world, and dating back to 734 BC, today the remnants of this spectacular time and the remaining ancient historical sites can still be enjoyed by visitors. Sip on espresso at a local cafe, stroll through the Baroque piazzas, and explore the winding medieval alleyways that traverse this beautiful city. Don’t miss the opportunity to visit the Museo Archeologico Regionale Paolo Orsi, which displays local artefacts and art.
Dimore delle Zagare
Housed in a 19th century building, Dimore delle Zagare Ortigia is located in the heart of the historic center of Ortigia, near the old Jewish quarter and a few steps from the main historical and cultural attractions of the city of Syracuse. Spread over three floors, the structure, built with the typical white stone of the area, is furnished in a minimalist and contemporary style. The accommodation consists of spacious guest rooms and suites, all equipped with a private bathroom, air conditioning (hot/cold), Wi-Fi, 32“ or 40” TV, coffee maker, minibar, kettle, safe and hairdryer. Some rooms have a balcony, terrace or patio. The property also offers boats and guided excursions to visit interesting places in the area. Laundry and transfer services are also available.
Agrigento
Day 5
Agrigento is a major tourist hub, primarily owing to the archaeological legacy of the Valley of the Temples, three kilometres below this Sicilian city. This is a misnomer, as it is not really a valley at all but a hill which is divided into two zones: the Eastern zone, containing the bulk of the impressive ruins, and the Western zone, playing host to the splendid gardens of Kolymbetra. Tourists with little time tend to focus on this area, but those on a more leisurely schedule should explore the town itself. Tucked away behind the modern city’s outer ring, a pocket of medieval areas offer bustling night-life as well as the Via Atenea at the centre - a charming suburb packed with modern boutiques, quaint cafes, and vibrant bars.
Hotel Foresteria Baglio della Luna
Hotel Foresteria Baglio Della Luna is a boutique hotel located in Agrigento, Italy. The hotel offers spacious rooms and suites with air conditioning, minibars, hairdryers, and safety deposit boxes. After a relaxing night, guests can enjoy a delicious breakfast served each morning. Additional amenities include a restaurant, free Wi-Fi, a garden, and a terrace.
Palermo
Day 6 - 7
Palermo lies on the northern coast of the Italian island of Sicily. The Sicilian capital, this ancient city – about 2700 years old – boasts numerous cultural and historical sights. Begin with the UNSECO listed sites, including the Palazzo Reale and churches such as the 12th-century San Giovanni degli Eremiti (with Arabic influences; and cultural treasures such as the 19th-century Teatro Massimo and the UNESCO-listed tradition of Puppet Theatre (performed through-out the city) and detailed in the Museo delle Marionette. Then head to religious sites including the Palermo Cathedral with a 12th-century mausoleum and explore unique attractions such as the macabre Catacombe dei Cappuccini – a cemetery holding mummified corpses (some dating from the 16th-century). Finally, visit markets, artisanal eateries and bars in town, while there are numerous near-lying sights, for fantastic day-trips from the city.
Grand Hotel Et Des Palmes
The Grand Hotel Et Des Palmes is located in the heart of Palermo's old town. From here you can easily reach sights such as the famous Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta, the Capella Palatina, the Teatro Massimo and San Giovanni Degli Eremiti. The accommodation consists of rooms, each equipped with air conditioning, a private bathroom, a safe, a hairdryer, a minibar, a satellite TV and a direct dial telephone. A delicious buffet breakfast is served each morning. Further amenities include Internet access and a roof terrace.
Your activity
Palermo & Monreale Full Day Excursion
Enjoy a morning tour of Palermo, a city full of character, featuring Quattro Canti - a splendid example of Spanish Baroque architecture, the Palace of the Normans and its superb Palatine Chapel, the Cathedral, and the famous Benedictine Abbey of Monreale. Here you will admire a 12th-century cathedral housing very fine mosaics representing a complete cycle of the Old and New Testaments. Have a panoramic visit to Sicily’s capital and explore the famous Capo market.
Lunch is on your own. In the afternoon, continue to Monreale and visit the splendid Cathedral as well as the Benedictine cloister.
Afterwards, you will return to your hotel. Monreale became significant after the occupation of Palermo by the Arabs in 1102, which forced the Bishop of Palermo to move his seat outside the capital. After the Norman conquest in 1072, Christians regained the old city cathedral. Monreale was the seat of the metropolitan archbishop of Sicily, which thereafter exerted a large influence over Sicily.
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