Highlights of Calabria & Sicily
Amalfi, Italy to Palermo, Italy
15 days from €2,895 pp
Overview
Discover the secrets of Italy’s vibrant south on a journey through Calabria and Sicily.
From the pristine waters of Palinuro to the stalwart fortifications of Tropea, all the way to the smoke gently floating from the volcanoes of the Aeolian Islands – Calabria is a hidden gem for those who stray off Italy’s beaten path. Discover this less-visited part of the country before delving into the spectacular sights of bustling Sicily, volcanic valleys of Mt. Etna, timeworn streets of Siracusa, the Baroque wonders of Ragusa and rich anti-mafia history of Palermo. Starring dramatic cliffside villages, clear waters and delicious seafood, this is a chance to experience the highlights of southern Italy.
15 days Amalfi, Italy to Palermo, Italy
From €2,895 per person

Is this trip right for you?
- Due to the terrain the means of transportation on this trip is a mix of local trains, private vehicles and public buses. Train travel is a fast way to traverse long distances, allowing you to avoid traffic jams and arrive right into the city centre. Trains are comfortable and all have toilets, however can often be quite busy, especially in peak summer season. Please note that you’ll have to carry your own luggage on and off the train, so make sure it doesn’t exceed our weight and size recommendations.
- As there are cobblestones in many Italian cities, it’s recommended that you leave any wheelie bags/cases at home and bring a backpack instead. A large backpack should be enough to carry all of your belongings. A backpack also comes in handy as often there are no lifts or escalators in train stations or in the hotel, so you will have to carry your bags up and down the stairs.
- Summer temperatures can be extreme in many of the regions visited (over 40°C), which can be uncomfortable. It’s important to use sun protection, wear layers to combat the heat and drink plenty of water. Many hotel rooms in Europe are not equipped with air-conditioning, and the cooling system on local trains can be broken on a regular basis. Note also that during peak holiday season beaches can be quite busy. Please carefully consider the time of the year you wish to travel and your suitability to that season.
- As accommodation on this trip is multi-share, single travellers will share a room with another traveller of the same sex. This trip is a great opportunity to get to know other like-minded people, so embrace it while you can. If you’d prefer not to share, a single room supplement is available at an additional charge. Please ask your travel consultant for more details, and please note that in some hotels a single supplement exclusion applies where single rooms are not available. Hotel rooms in Europe can seem rather small by American or Australian standards and often don’t have double beds, but rather two single beds that can be pushed together. Please also note that often hotels offer shared bathrooms rather than en-suite facilities.
Day 1: Amalfi
Accommodation:
- Hotel (1 night)
Meals Included:
There are no meals included on this day.
Special Information:
This Italian adventure will begin with a welcome meeting at 6pm tonight – check with reception to confirm the time and place. We’ll be collecting insurance details and next of kin information at this meeting, so please have these on hand. If you’re going to be late, please inform hotel reception. If you can’t arrange a flight that will arrive in time, you may wish to arrive a day early so you’re able to attend. We’ll be happy to book additional accommodation for you (subject to availability).
Day 2: Palinuro
Accommodation:
- Hotel (1 night)
Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Day 3: Cilento National Park/ Palinuro
Accommodation:
- Hotel (1 night)
Included Activities:
- Hike to Cape Palinuro
Optional Activities:
- Mozzarella Picnic – EUR5
Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Day 4: Tropea
Accommodation:
- Hotel (1 night)
Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Day 5: Aeolian Islands/ Tropea
Accommodation:
- Hotel (1 night)
Included Activities:
- Aeolian Islands Cruise (Vulcano, Lipari, Stromboli)
Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Special Information:
The boat trip is subject to weather and may be cancelled at short notice if weather conditions are adverse. In this case the leader will provide you with an alternative activity. Please also note that today’s trip will have you depart at around 7am, and you will return to Tropea at 7pm.
Day 6: Reggio Calabria
Accommodation:
- Hotel (1 night)
Included Activities:
- Reggio Calabria Archaological Museum
Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Day 7: Reggio Calabria
Accommodation:
- Hotel (1 night)
Optional Activities:
- Castello Ruffo di Scilla – EUR2
- Reggio Aragonese Castle – EUR5
- Daytrip to Scilla – EUR6
Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Day 8: Catania
Accommodation:
- Hotel (1 night)
Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Day 9: Taormina/ Catania
Included Activities:
- Daytrip to Taormina
Optional Activities:
- Taormina Greek Theatre – EUR8
Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Day 10: Mt Etna/ Catania
Accommodation:
- Hotel (1 night)
Included Activities:
- Funivia dell’Etna Cable Car from Rifugio Sapienza
- Daytrip to Mt Etna
Optional Activities:
- Truck Ride to Torre del Filosofo – EUR35
Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Day 11: Siracusa
Optional Activities:
- Neapolis Archaeological Park – EUR10
- Castello Maniace – EUR4
- Siracusa Cathedral – EUR2
- Archaeological Museum – EUR8
Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Day 12: Ragusa/ Siracusa
Accommodation:
- Hotel (1 night)
Included Activities:
- Daytrip to Ragusa, Noto & Avola
Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Day 13: Palermo
Accommodation:
- Hotel (1 night)
Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Day 14: Palermo
Accommodation:
- Hotel (1 night)
Included Activities:
- Anti-Mafia Movement Tour
Optional Activities:
- Monreale Cathedral & Cloister – EUR3
- Trip to Monreale – EUR20
Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Day 15: Palermo
Meals Included:
- Breakfast
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