are highly regarded by scholars of antiquity. Driving North we will pass by Mt Etna on the way to Taormina, the best-known resort town in Sicily. *(From November 1, 2008 the Roman Villa of Casale in Piazza Armerina will be closed for renovation, we will advise our clients of the estimated new opening date as soon as we have it. We will substitute a stop in the historic ruins of Morgantina for an independent visit to the site -or- with Caltagrione, a city known for it's for Sicilian pottery and ceramics. Take a stroll through the city center and climb the famous steps decorated with ceramic tiles, while shopping for Sicilian ceramics). (BB)
Day 4: Taormina, Etna Jeep Ride and Taormina.
Today an off-road driver/escort will pick you up at your hotel to begin your trip to our famous volcano Etna. You will travel by Jeep from the base of Mt. Etna to her often snow-covered summit. Highlights include: Mount Fontana (view of Bove Valley), the Thieves Cave (grotta dei ladroni), the extinct craters of Sartorius Mounts, and the lava flow from the 2002 eruption. Light lunch at a farmhouse will give you a taste of typical Sicilian dishes. Next you will experience an off-road drive along the Linguaglossa, Castiglione and Alcantara Gorges area. Return to Taormina in the afternoon. (BB L)
Day 5: Taormina.
A free day to explore the town on your own. (BB)
Day 6: Taormina and Catania.
Pack up your souvenirs and your memories, time to say goodbye to Sicily as you are transferred to Catania Airport (CTA) for your return flight. (BB)
MEAL LEGEND: BB Buffet Breakfast L Lunch or Light Lunch D Dinner.
Tour rates
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PRICES ARE EUR PER PERSON, BASED ON A MIN. OF 2 PARTICIPANTS
Euros 890,00 (3 star).
Euros 1.130,00 (4 star).
Euros 1.370,00 (First Class).
Euros 1.640,00 (Luxury).
Included in our rates
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One main round trip airport transfers for services done between 8:00AM to 7:00PM.
Palermo: Two nights accommodation in standard room.
Taormina: Three nights accommodation in standard room, no sea view rooms.
Breakfast daily.
Car/Vehicle with air conditioning.
English speaking Driver Escort as per program.
All sightseeing and excursions as specified in the itinerary.
One Hop-on Hop-off ticket per person.
One group jeep ride to Etna.
One light lunch at farmhouse on Etna with mineral water and house wine.
Hotel & City Taxes.
Not included in our rates
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Intercontinental Flight.
Gratuities to Driver Escort.
Porter fees at airport.
Licensed Local Guide (available on request).
Beverages and meals not mentioned in the program.
Travel Insurance.
Airport Transfers between 8:00PM to 7:00AM Euros 20,00 per person each way.
Optional services.
Admission fee payable directly at the site (Euros 8,00 per person for each entrance).
Luggage handling fee at hotel.
Properties used in this tour
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Palermo 3 star hotel: Hotel Joli, Hotel Cristal.
Palermo 4 star hotel: Residenza d'Aragona, Politeama, Grande Albergo Sole, Mercure.
Palermo First class hotel: Plaza Opera, P. di Villafranca, Ai Cavalieri, Centrale Palace.
Palermo Luxury hotel: Hotel Wagner, Hotel et des Palmes, Grand Hotel Villa Igiea.
Taormina 3 star hotel: Hotel Isabella, Hotel Continental.
Taormina 4 star hotel: Hotel Villa Diodoro, Hotel Miramare.
Taormina First class hotel: Hotel Montetauro, Hotel Villa Angela, Baia Taormina Hotel.
Taormina Luxury hotel: San Domenico Palace, Hotel Timeo, Grand Hotel San Pietro.
Hotels may be substituted with others of similar category.
List of Hotels will be provided 20 days before departure.
