Itinerary for: Marvels of Ancient Sicily & Italian Highlights (16ISCV/1)
| Italy | Sicily |
| France | Florence |
16-Day Break
- Day 1 – Local departure then onwards to northern France for an overnight stay.
- Day 2 – Continue south to the Lake Como area for an overnight stay. B,D
- Day 3 – Florence (included). We visit this famed Renaissance city, rich in architectural splendous where you’ll have free time to explore the sights such as the Duomo and Ponte Vecchio (old bridge). Then to Chianciano Terme for an overnight stay. B,D
- Day 4 – Rome (included). Explore alone or join our optional guided sightseeing tour, by coach and on foot, seeing the Colosseum, Trevi Fountain and many other famous sights. Then continue to the Sorrento area for a two-night stay. B,D
- Day 5 – Sorrento (included); Isle of Capri (optional). Enjoy a relaxing day in Sorrento or join our fabulous optional excursion, as we sail across the Bay of Naples to magnificent Capri, a popular home to the rich and famous. Explore the island’s cliff-top panoramas, with views across to Vesuvius. B,D
- Day 6 – To the ‘foot’ of Italy and across by ferry to Sicily for a six-night stay. B,D
- Day 7 – Mount Etna and Taormina (included). Mount Etna is the highest active volcano in Europe at 3350 metres. Our coach takes us to within 1900 metres and, if the weather is good, you can join our optional visit the summit by local bus, before you return to the town of Taormina for sightseeing. B,D
- Day 8 – Stromboli (optional). We sail from Milazzo to the island of Panarea, where you can swim at Zimmari Beach. Then we travel to the port of San Pietro, from where you can walk or, if you wish, take a local taxi to the village for dinner and another bathe! In the evening, the boat leaves for the island of Stromboli to view the mighty volcano at night – the best time to see the mountain’s fiery explosions. We watch from offshore, before returning by sea to Milazzo, with a light meal of pasta with wine and water included on board. B,D
- Day 9 – Syracuse (included). Drive to what is probably Sicily’s most beautiful city, and home of the famous Archimedes. Our guide will show us the main highlights. B,D
- Day 10 – Catania (optional). Situated between the Ionian Sea and the slopes of Mount Etna, Catania is outstanding for the production of citrus fruits. Visit the local fish market and stunning City Hall and Cathedral. B,D
- Day 11 – Enjoy a day at leisure in resort. B,D
- Day 12 – Return to Italy to Fiuggi, near Rome, for an overnight stay. B,D
- Day 13 – Pisa (included); See the famous leaning tower and enjoy the history on our optional guided tour. Then to Montecatini Terme in Tuscany for an overnight stay. B,D
- Day 14 – To the Austrian Tyrol for for an overnight stay. B,D
- Day 15 – To Belgium for an overnight stay. B
- Day 16 – To Calais then return home. B
Included Meals: B=Breakfast, D=Dinner
Notes
Prices are per person, based on two sharing
Extras:
- Optional excursions
- Single room supplement £269
- Travel insurance from £45.95
You’ll stay in 3-star (minimum) hotels for one night in the Lake Como/Milan area, and Chianciano Terme and two-nights on the Sorrento Peninsula.
You’ll then stay for six nights in Sicily at a 3-star (minimum) hotel such as the Kings House Hotel in Fondachello, Hotel San Pietro in Letojanni or the Hotel Kennedy in Sant’ Alessio Siculo.
On the return journey, you’ll stay at 3-star (minimum) hotels for one night in Fiuggi, Montecatini Terme and in the Austrian Tyrol.
Overnight stays in northern France and Belgium are in city-style hotels.
EarlyBooking Discount Special Offer!
£30 off 2011 departures when you book before 30thNovember 2010. Quote reference "EBM11"when making your booking by telephone orenter as your discount code on the payment page for online bookings.
Tour Includes
- Free local joining points
- Travel by Silver Service luxury coach which includes:
- Extra legroom for your added comfort
- Comfortable rear lounge to relax and chat
- FREE personal headphones with a choice of music & DVDs
- Porterage in all hotels
- Smaller, more personal group
- Excursions and visits as detailed
- 15 nights’ accommodation with continental breakfast & 13 evening meals
Tour Dates
Marvels Of Ancient Sicily (16 Days) - Silver Service
Tour Ref: 16ISCV/1
30 April 2011 - £1,329.00
14 May 2011 - £1,329.00
25 June 2011 - £1,369.00
27 August 2011 - £1,359.00
17 September 2011 - £1,349.00
08 October 2011 - £1,299.00
Marvels Of Ancient Sicily (16 Days)
Tour Ref: 16ISCV-C/1
30 April 2011 - £1,329.00
14 May 2011 - £1,329.00
25 June 2011 - £1,369.00
27 August 2011 - £1,359.00
17 September 2011 - £1,349.00
08 October 2011 - £1,299.00