1st Day: Welcome to Campania - Arrival in Naples
Arrival in Naples, reception at the airport, and transfer to the hotel. After check-in, free time to relax or explore the surroundings at your leisure. In the evening, a welcome dinner at the hotel and overnight stay.
2nd Day: Exploring Naples - Between History and Tradition
After breakfast, set out to explore Naples, the beating heart of Campanian culture and tradition. Start the day with a visit to Castel dell'Ovo, the ancient fortress overlooking the Gulf of Naples. Walk along Spaccanapoli, the historic artery of the city, and visit the Naples Cathedral, dedicated to San Gennaro. Free time in the afternoon to wander the ancient Neapolitan streets or savor a genuine Neapolitan pizza. Return to the hotel, dinner, and overnight stay.
3rd Day: Pompeii and Capri - Ancient Ruins and Crystal-clear Sea
After breakfast, a short transfer to Pompeii to visit the ancient ruins of the city, a silent witness to the eruption of Vesuvius in AD 79. Admire the ancient buildings, streets, and houses that tell stories of everyday life frozen in time.
After the visit, transfer to the port and board the hydrofoil to Capri. Arrive in Capri in the early afternoon and visit the famous Blue Grotto (if conditions permit). Walk in the Piazzetta and visit the Gardens of Augustus to admire the panoramic view of the island. Return to Naples in the late afternoon, dinner, and overnight stay.
4th Day: Sorrento and the Amalfi Coast
After breakfast, head to Sorrento, a natural balcony overlooking the Gulf of Naples. Free time to explore the narrow streets of the town, go shopping, or enjoy a lemon treat in a local pastry shop. In the afternoon, travel along the famous Amalfi Coast, a scenic road offering breathtaking views of unique coastal landscapes. Photo stops to capture the most beautiful moments. Return to the hotel in Naples, dinner, and overnight stay.
5th Day: Towards the Aeolian Islands
After breakfast, transfer to the port and board the hydrofoil heading to the Aeolian Islands. Arrive in Stromboli in the early afternoon. Free time to explore the island, visit its historic center, or relax on its volcanic beaches. Opportunity to participate in numerous excursions to the famous "sciara del fuoco." Dinner at one of the local restaurants and overnight stay at the hotel.
6th Day: From Stromboli to Taormina - Volcanic Islands and Art Cities
After breakfast, take a hydrofoil to Panarea, the smallest and oldest of the Aeolian Islands. In Panarea, you'll have the opportunity to explore its cobbled streets, admire the characteristic Aeolian houses, and breathe in the atmosphere of an island where time seems to have stood still. After savoring the tranquility of Panarea, transfer by hydrofoil to Lipari.
In Lipari, the vibrant heart of the Aeolian archipelago, you can visit the historic center with its Cathedral of San Bartolomeo, stroll along Marina Corta, and perhaps make a brief stop at the Aeolian Archaeological Museum, which houses a rich collection of artifacts that tell the story of these volcanic islands. Don't forget to taste a granita, a typical Sicilian delight, in one of the main street bars.
Continue the journey to Milazzo, an important port in northern Sicily. Upon arrival, transfer by bus to Taormina, famous for its scenic beauty and its artistic heritage. Arrive in Taormina in the early afternoon: after checking into the hotel, you'll have free time to relax or start exploring the city, perhaps with a walk along the main street or a visit to the famous Greek Theater, from which you can enjoy a breathtaking view of Mount Etna and the Bay of Naxos.
Dinner at the hotel. Overnight stay.
7th Day: The Magnificence of the Past - Palermo and Monreale
After breakfast, depart for a tour of Palermo and Monreale. In Palermo, the Cathedral stands with its mixture of architectural styles that tell centuries of history. The nearby Palatine Chapel is a jewel of Byzantine mosaics. Lunch break in a typical market, where you can taste Sicilian street food. The journey continues to Monreale, where the Cathedral, with its shimmering and intricate golden mosaics, provides a living testimony of medieval art and devotion. From the Cathedral terrace, the view extends over the Conca d'Oro and the blue sea. Return to the hotel in the late afternoon, dinner, and overnight stay.
8th Day: Echoes of History - Agrigento and the Valley of the Temples
After breakfast, depart for Agrigento. Arrive at the Valley of the Temples, a UNESCO archaeological site, where ancient Doric temples stand majestically among olive and almond trees, witnesses to Sicily's glorious Greek past. Check into the hotel in the late afternoon, dinner, and overnight stay.
9th Day: Ancient Charm - Roman Villa of Casale - Syracuse and Noto
After breakfast, depart for Piazza Armerina, where the Roman Villa of Casale reveals its extraordinary Roman mosaics, offering a window into daily life during the Roman era through vivid and detailed scenes. Continue to Syracuse, a city that once rivaled Athens in terms of power and beauty. Visit the Archaeological Park of Neapolis, where the Greek Theater and the Roman Amphitheater tell stories of epic battles and theatrical performances. Continue to Ortigia, the vibrant heart of Syracuse, with its legendary Fonte Aretusa and the Cathedral built on a Greek temple. In the afternoon, transfer to Noto, a jewel of Sicilian Baroque, where you can admire the artistic elegance of palaces and churches, such as the Noto Cathedral. Check into the hotel, dinner, and overnight stay.
10th Day: Towards the Volcano - Etna and Taormina
After breakfast, venture towards Mount Etna, the highest active volcano in Europe. An expert guide will accompany the group through lava paths, up to the Silvestri craters where the earth smokes, highlighting the volcanic power. Later, travel to Taormina, a city nestled on a rocky terrace with a breathtaking view of the sea. Visit the Greek Theater, the second-largest theater in Sicily, with a panoramic view of the sea and Etna. Walk along Corso Umberto, Taormina's main street, where you can discover artisan shops and taste local delights like the Sicilian cannoli. Return to the hotel in the late afternoon, dinner, and overnight stay.
11th Day: Exploring Catania - The Beauty of Baroque
After breakfast, depart for Catania. Visit the historic center with its Baroque architecture, the Cathedral of Sant'Agata, and Piazza del Duomo with the famous Elephant Fountain. Free time in the afternoon to further explore the city or relax. Return to the hotel in the late afternoon, dinner, and overnight stay.
12th Day: Goodbye Sicily
After breakfast, free time until the transfer to Catania airport.
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