12 Days / 10 Nights Starting at $3795 PP (Land Rate)
There's no place on earth like Sicily. A true melting pot of cultures, you'll see Greek and Asian influences in the exotic architecture, unique cuisine and faces of her people. If you happen to be of Sicilian heritage, you'll be surprised by how the 'old country' has very much joined the 21st century while retaining its special charm.
Itinerary
Boarding your overnight flight, you’re off on the adventure of a lifetime!
Benvenuti a Roma, the eternal city! We are pleased to offer complimentary transfers from Rome airport to your hotel at scheduled times. Your Perillo representative will be at the airport to greet you.
This evening, you will meet your tour leader for a brief orientation and welcome drink. You’ll be free to enjoy dinner on your own tonight – be sure to ask your tour leader for suggestions.
This morning, you’ll get to experience a delicious Italian breakfast, complete with cappuccinos, fresh juices, croissants, fresh breads along with salami, cheeses and of course bacon and eggs!
Next, you will board a bus for a panoramic tour of Imperial Rome, including the Roman Forum, the Circus Maximus, and the Great Synagogue built in the heart of the Jewish quarter. After your tour, you will experience the Colosseum, reliving the brutal entertainment of the gladiators and the lions, judged by the Emperor himself.
This evening, you will enjoy a fun dinner out at a local restaurant.
In the morning, after a delicious breakfast, you are off on a beautiful drive south to Pompeii. You will travel back in time to the fateful year of 79 A.D. A city perfectly preserved by the ash that rained down from Mt. Vesuvius, you’ll see the tragic fossils of people attempting to escape with their children and dogs. You’ll be amazed to see the streets, homes, and stores still perfectly intact.
Next, you will continue your journey to Amalfi, where you’ll check in to your beautiful hotel.
In the evening, you will enjoy an authentic Neapolitan dinner in the hotel.
This morning, you will board a ferry to the world’s most enchanting island – Capri. You will enjoy a private boat tour around the island (weather permitting). You will cruise by the magnificent Faraglioni, Capri’s iconic rock formations which tower above the Mediterranean Sea.
Next, you visit one of the lesser known but equally beautiful sea caves, the Grotta Bianca. After you will have free time to explore the island on your own or take advantage of a special optional excursion with a tour leader.
In the afternoon you will return to Amalfi where you can relax before you head out for dinner on your own. Ask your tour leader for some recommendations.
We thought you would enjoy a full day of leisure, so today you are free to explore this beautiful city on your own…or you can relax at the hotel pool!
In the morning, you will head South to Calabria to board a ferry across the Straits of Messina to Sicily!
You’ll arrive in Taormina, located on the east coast of Sicily, Italy, a picturesque town renowned for its stunning views, rich history, and vibrant culture. Perched on a cliff overlooking the Ionian Sea, Taormina offers breathtaking panoramas of the coastline, Mount Etna, and the surrounding landscape.
Tonight you will be free to enjoy dinner on your own.
*This will be a long day, so remember to wear comfortable clothes & shoes!
After a leisurely tour in the morning, you will learn why Taormina is known as the “Jewel of Italy”.
Its winding streets and secluded gardens are truly enchanting. The snow-covered Mt. Etna volcano serves as a dramatic backdrop to the well-preserved Greek and Roman outdoor theaters you will be visiting.
Then, the afternoon is all yours! Why not stroll the medieval streets lined with interesting little shops, take a dip in the hotel pool, or treat yourself to one of Sicily’s greatest inventions – the cannoli! It’s like heaven in your mouth!
In the evening, you will enjoy dinner and great “Vino Siciliano” (Sicilian wine) at a fine local restaurant.
In the morning, you’ll visit one of the most active volcanoes in the world, Mt. Etna, which is in an almost constant state of eruption. Don’t worry – you will be kept at a safe distance!
The abundant volcanic soil supports extensive agriculture, orchards, and vineyards. So, let’s visit a local winery for a tour, a wine tasting and a light lunch!
In the evening, you can enjoy dinner on your own. Have you tried pesce spada yet?
Swordfish is Sicily’s favorite seafood.
Off to Palermo! You will be stopping along the way for a fascinating visit of Cefalù, a coastal town in Northern Sicily. You will enjoy a guided visit of the famous Norman cathedral, a 12th century fortress-like structure with elaborate Byzantine mosaics and soaring twin towers.
You will have some free time to walk around this charming town, shop and have lunch on your own before heading to Palermo.
In the evening, enjoy dinner on your own. Be sure to end your dinner with a delicious dessert that originated in Palermo: Cassata Siciliana.
You will start your day by visiting the Cathedral, built on the ruins of the largest mosque, which houses the relics of Rosalia, patron saint of Palermo. Then you will walk through Ballarò, one of the oldest street markets in Sicily, taking in an explosion of colors and scents of fresh fruits, vegetables, meats and fish. Vendors shout very loud—in Sicilian dialect—to attract people and to promote their specialties. This will be the best way to experience the unique atmosphere of daily life in Sicily. After visiting the market, you will admire the grandiose Fontana Pretoria, and end at the Theater of the Sun, also known as “The Quattro Canti”, the heart of the old city.
The afternoon will be free to enjoy it as you please… perhaps to buy some last minute gifts to take home with you. In the evening, you will enjoy a farewell dinner as a group, in the hotel.
In the morning, you will travel to Palermo airport for your flight home.
While you say “arrivederci” to Italy, you will certainly take a piece of it home with you, maybe some wine too! Arrivederci Bella Sicilia!
Inclusions
- Centrally Located 4 & 5 star Hotels
- More Motorcoach Legroom
- Airport Transfers at Scheduled Times
- Full Breakfast Daily
- 4 Dinners & 1 Lunch
- Wine Tasting
- Wireless Headsets to Hear Your Tour Guide Clearly
- Travel Wallet, Baggage Tags and Travel Documents
- Baggage Handling Throughout (Except at Airports)
- Hotel Taxes, City Taxes, Hotel Service Charges and all Tips for Hotel and Restaurant Personnel
- Professional Tour Directors and Licensed Local Guides
- Complimentary Wi-Fi on our Buses
Dates & Rates
| Depart - Return |
Per Person in a Double |
Solo Traveler |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 14 - Mar 25 | $3,795 | $5,295 |
| Mar 21 - Apr 1 | $3,895 | $5,395 |
| Mar 28 - Apr 8 | $4,295 | $5,795 |
| Apr 4 - Apr 15 | $5,350 | $6,850 |
| Apr 11 - Apr 22 | $4,650 | $6,150 |
| Apr 18 - Apr 29 | $4,650 | $6,150 |
| Apr 25 - May 6 | $4,650 | $6,150 |
| May 2 - May 13 | $5,395 | $6,895 |
| May 9 - May 20 | $4,580 | $6,080 |
| May 16 - May 27* | $4,595 | $6,095 |
| May 30 - Jun 10 | $5,395 | $6,895 |
| Jun 6 - Jun 17 | $5,395 | $6,895 |
| Jun 13 - Jun 24* | $4,595 | $6,095 |
| Jun 27 - Jul 8* | $4,595 | $6,095 |
| Jul 4 - Jul 15* | $4,350 | $5,850 |
| Aug 29 - Sep 9 | $5,295 | $6,795 |
| Sep 5 - Sep 16 | $5,395 | $6,895 |
| Sep 12 - Sep 23* | $4,695 | $6,195 |
| Sep 19 - Sep 30 | $4,695 | $6,195 |
| Sep 26 - Oct 7* | $4,695 | $6,195 |
| Oct 3 - Oct 14 | $4,595 | $6,095 |
| Oct 10 - Oct 21 | $4,595 | $6,095 |
| Oct 17 - Oct 28 | $4,595 | $6,095 |
| Oct 24 - Nov 4 | $4,395 | $5,895 |
| Oct 31 - Nov 11 | $3,995 | $5,495 |
Triple room deduct $300 per person from the Double rate.
Kids under 12 sharing with 2 adults deduct $1200 from the Double Rate.
*These departures will be staying in Giardini Naxos but will follow the exact same itinerary as the other dates. Giardini Naxos is on the coast, located 10 minutes driving distance from Taormina center
Hotel Info
Hotel NH Vittorio Veneto ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
The NH Collection Roma Vittorio Veneto hotel is located in the heart of Rome. Near the city’s most popular street, Via Veneto, stylish street edged with high-end boutiques, elegant restaurants and pavement cafés, it is within walking distance of Rome’s most famous sights, including the Spanish Steps, the Trevi Fountain, Villa Borghese Park and Piazza del Popolo. The building was once a Vatican-owned convent, but a 2009 refurbishment has given it plenty of contemporary style.
Rome
Hotel Luna Convento ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
The Hotel Luna Convento Amalfi is an outstanding, top-quality 4 star hotel that provides its guests with a service that can only be described as impeccable. A magnificent location hanging right over the sea, luxurious rooms, delectable cuisine in stylish restaurants, an inviting swimming pool, an atmospheric and historic building and a group of highly trained and professional staff all combine to make the Hotel Luna Convento Amalfi a lavish 4 star experience.
Amalfi
Hotel Monte Tauro ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
Hotel Monte Tauro enjoys a spectacular position in Taormina with panoramic views of the Gulf of Naxos and Mount Etna.
Taormina
Grand Hotel San Pietro ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
A panoramic terrace overlooking the Ionian Sea, so close you can hear u scrusciu du mari - the swish of the waves breaking on the peaceful coast of Isola Bella. On the horizon, Mount Etna. This is one of the views that greet guests at the Grand Hotel San Pietro, immersed in the scents and colours of lush Sicilian vegetation and a stone's throw from the centre of Taormina.
Taormina
UNAHOTELS Capotaormina
UNAHOTELS Capotaormina offers an elegant and charming retreat on Sicily’s beautiful coastline.
With its meeting and event facilities, private beach, wellness center and saltwater swimming pool, the hotel is ideally situated for exploring the unspoiled commune of Taormina and its surrounding area.
Taormina
Delta Hotels Giardini Naxos
This revamped four-star beachfront hotel set in Giardini Naxos within easy reach of the Taormina and Mount Etna, brings the best of the Mediterranean culture and hospitality to your holiday. Disconnect relaxing by the the infinity pool, sunbathe on the private beach, reinvigorate in the green Garden and let the authentic Italian hospitality embrace your stay with delicious food and refreshing drinks.
Taormina
Grand Hotel Wagner ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Grand Hotel Wagner is a 5 star hotel situated in the heart of the city, not far from the historical Massimo Theatre, the Politeama Theatre and also the most important streets in the city, such as Via Libertà, Viale Ruggero Settimo and the pedestrian area of Via P.pe di Belmonte, where the best boutiques, bars, restaurants and cinemas can be found.
Palermo
Air Info
Airfares are unpredictable and impossible to estimate at time of brochure printing. Your airfare can range anywhere from approximately $1,000 to $1,900 depending on your departure city. Additionally, current departure tax and fuel surcharges are approximately $650 per person and are subject to change.
Your exact airfare will be advised within 3 business days of booking your tour. You are under no obligation to accept Perillo's air schedule and quote. However, payment for tickets issued by Perillo Tours is due with "final payment."
Airfares DO include your roundtrip airport transfer in Italy at scheduled times, provided you arrive and depart on scheduled tour dates. If you wish to arrive earlier or extend your stay, airport transfers are not included.
Book Early
We strongly recommend you BOOK EARLY as lowest airfares are on a first-come, first-serve basis. Plus, more availability on the most convenient flights and best seats.
Affordable Upgrades
When you purchase your Coach ticket through Perillo Tours, you can upgrade to "Premium Economy" on select flights starting at $550 each way. For ultimate comfort enjoy Business Class/First Class for a surcharge of as little as $4,000 per person.
Security Measures
The Transportation Security Administration requires all passengers to provide the exact name as it appears on the government-issued passport, passport number, expiration date, date of birth and gender when making airline reservations. This information will be requested at time of booking for all flight arrangements made through Perillo Tours.
CRITICALLY IMPORTANT: Name corrections are subject to change fees, so please have your passport in-hand when calling us for flight reservations.
Arranging your own air?
Roundtrip airport transfers are provided at scheduled times if you arrive and depart the same day as the tour begins and ends. Click here for the schedule.
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format_quote Testimonials
We had a wonderful time on our Italian vacation. Everything was so well planned, we didn’t have to do anything, it was fabulous. The hotels we stayed at were very nice. The meals that were included were delicious. Really enjoyed our tour director Matia, she was so much fun and really taught us a lot of history. We will definitely use Perillo again. Thanks for everything!
Mrs. C.F.
I just wanted to say – thank you to you and the Perillo staff for arranging such a perfect Tour for me and my husband. This was just wonderful-I have been bragging to my friends and family how great the Perillo family took care of us.
Mrs. R.P.
