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Day 2 Mount Etna
It's Sicily's most famous attraction, its name known the world over, and today you can see Mount Etna up close. You can ascend Europe's tallest active volcano by cable car to enjoy breathtaking views.
Meals included: B,DDay 3 Taormina
We're off to Taormina today, a fascinating town which overlooks two sweeping bays. After a stroll, join your Holiday Director on an included visit to the magnificent Greco-Roman theatre here, perched dramatically on a clifftop. As well as exploring this ancient site, built around the 3rd century BC, you can take in panoramic views of the sea and Sicily's famous volcano, Mount Etna, which looms in the distance. Before we head back to the hotel we'll make a stop for a tasting of granita. This semi-frozen dessert, that originated here, comes in many delicious flavours and is utterly refreshing.
Meals included: B,DDay 4 Villa del Casale - Campofelice di Roccella
We're going to head to our next base today, Campofelice di Roccella, near Cefalù, but not before the chance to revel in some Roman history. Our journey takes us to the 4th century Villa Romana del Casale, close to the town of Piazza Armerina. Here, excavations have revealed one of the world's richest and most complex collections of Roman mosaics. As you view them you'll be amazed by their excellent condition. We'll continue to our hotel and once you've unpacked why not head out for a stroll and explore your surroundings.
Meals included: B,DDay 5 Valley of the Temples
Today with a Local Guide you'll discover the Valley of the Temples, which is dramatically situated on a high ridge overlooking the sea. Explore the Temple of Concord, famed for its surprisingly well-preserved columns, and the Temple of Zeus, the largest to be built by the Greeks.
Meals included: B,DDay 6 Campofelice di Roccella - at Leisure
Today you are free to explore, you could take a local shuttle to nearby Cefalù, a pretty fishing port. There's lots to discover here, including its winding medieval streets, sandy beaches and one of Sicily's finest Norman cathedrals. If you peer inside you'll see some of the island's earliest and best-preserved mosaics, with the spectacular Christ Pantocrator above the altar, particularly memorable.
Meals included: B,DDay 7 Palermo & Monreale
Today we’ll visit Palermo, Sicily's vibrant capital, which boasts a wealth of architecture ranging in style from Arabic to Art Nouveau. Palermo is famous for its street food tradition and we'll experience this first in a local restaurant, where you'll be treated to a street food experience. You'll be able to sample a wide variety of dishes, such as deep fried tuna, a cheese made from sheep's milk, and arancini, which are rice balls filled with ragu sauce. Also on the menu will be caponata, a sweet and sour dish made with aubergines and other vegetables, served in a tomato sauce. It promises to be a treat for your tastebuds! After you've eaten you could take some time to explore the light-filled Capella Palatine chapel, which proudly exhibits intricate Byzantine mosaics.
Watching over Palermo is the beautiful Monreale Cathedral, one of the greatest examples of Norman architecture in the world. The pleasant yet unremarkable exterior of the cathedral offers no clue as to the exquisite golden paintings and spectacular mosaics you'll discover when you venture inside.
Day 8 Lipari
Depart the hotel and transfer to the beautiful Aeolian Island of Lipari, where you'll stay for another four nights. You'll have plenty of time to explore Lipari's historic centre at your own pace.
Meals included: BDay 9 Lipari
Your day is free for you to spend as you wish. After a busy week exploring the beautiful island of Sicily why not take the opportunity to relax and unwind at the hotel. Alternatively you may wish to explore nearby Canneto beach.
Meals included: BDay 10 Lipari
Continue to explore the island at your own pace. Why not take a ferry to other islands in this volcanic archipelago including Stromboli. Stromboli is one of the eight Aeolian Islands and is dominated by a single large volcano that erupts regularly, much to the delight of onlookers.
Meals included: BDay 11 Lipari
Your day is at leisure for you to relax and enjoy the surrounding area. Why not take a leisurely stroll along the peaceful harbour or wander into the old town and sample the local cuisine.
Meals included: BDay 12 Catania
Your Aeolian adventure comes to an end today as you transfer back to Catania for a final night's stay here. Why not venture out for dinner and see a little of this ancient port city.
Meals included: BDay 13 Catania - UK
Transfer to the airport for your return flight to the UK.
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