Marvels of Ancient Sicily

• Day 1 - Overnight in northern France.
• Day 2 - South through France to the Lake Como area.B,D
• Day 3 - To Florence (included) with Guided Sightseeing Tour (optional). On south to the spa resort of Chianciano Terme for the night.B,D
• Day 4 - To the eternal city of Rome (included). Join our guided sightseeing tour (optional) which includes the Colosseum and St. Peter's Square. From Rome to the beautiful Sorrento Peninsula for one night.B,D
• Day 5 - To the foot of Italy to cross to 'little' but beautiful Sicily and to our resort on one of the most scenic coasts in Italy for seven nights.B,D
• Day 6 - Mount Etna And Taormina (included). Mount Etna is the highest active volcano in Europe at 3350 feet. Our coach takes us to within 1900 metres and, if the weather is good, you can visit the summit on a drive by jeep (optional) before you return to the town of Taormina for sightseeing.B,D
• Day 7 - Afternoon and evening excursion to see the island of Stromboli (optional). We feature a boat ride from Milazzo to the island of Panarea, where you can go swimming 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 some dinner and another swim! 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 dinner of pasta, wine and water included on board.B,D
• Day 8 - Excursion to Syracuse (included). Drive to what is probably Sicily's most beautiful city, once the most powerful of all Mediterranean cities and home of the famous Archimedes. Our guide will show us the delights of this lovely town, a visit to the Greek Temple.B,D
• Day 9 - Excursion to Palermo (optional). Encircled by mountains and the sea, Palermo is a city steeped in history. The cultural heart of the city beats in the old historical centre, where the varied historical influences are best represented.B,D
• Day 10 - Excursion to Catania (optional). Situated in one of Sicily's most fertile areas between the Ionian Sea and the slopes of Mount Etna, the city of Catania is outstanding for the production of citrus fruits whilst the surrounding area is rich in farming. Visit the local fish market and stunning City Hall and Cathedral.B,D
• Day 11 - Day at leisure for souvenir shopping.B,D
• Day 12 - Return to mainland Italy and north to Fiuggi for the night.B,D
• Day 13 - To Pisa (included). Admire the famous Leaning Tower and the Square of Miracles and enjoy the history on our Guided Tour (optional). Overnight in Montecatini Terme.B,D
• Day 14 - North to the Austrian Tirol for one night.B,D
• Day 15 - To Belgium for an overnight stay.B
• Day 16 - Homeward bound.B

B=Breakfast D=Dinner