- Discover the very best of Sicily: ancient history, World Heritage sites and coastal bliss
- Hike the volcanic slopes of Mount Etna with an expert guide
- Join a special wine and cheese tasting in a celebrated wine cellar
- Dive into the ancient world at the archaeological sites of Siracusa, Agrigento and Selinunte
- Walk trails on the cliffs and coast of Zingaro Nature Reserve with a chance to swim
- Explore the culture-rich city of Palermo with free time to enjoy at your own pace
Highlights of Sicily
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Uncover one of Europe’s great cultural destinations, where a rich history meets Mediterranean beauty
Discover Sicily, the scenic Italian island forged over centuries by Phoenician, Greek, Roman, Arab, Norman and Spanish rulers. On this comprehensive adventure, we explore the very best bits, starting on the volcanic slopes of Mount Etna, before continuing to the towns of Syracuse, Agrigento, and Selinunte – all World Heritage sites. A day in Zingaro National Reserve offers magnificent views over the coast, while there’s also plenty of opportunities to discover the history and heritage of the biggest island in the Mediterranean.
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Key Information
- Accommodation: 1 Superior night (hotel), 7 Classic nights (hotels)
- Travel by private air-conditioned minibus
- Group normally 6 to 18, plus leader. Minimum age: 16
- Combine this trip with Discover Malta & Gozo
- Countries visited: Italy
What's Included
- All breakfasts and one wine tasting
- All accommodation
- All transport and listed activities, including guided tours in main Unesco sites and cities
- Tour leader throughout
- Group arrival and departure transfers available
What's Not Included
- Travel insurance
- Single accommodation (available on request)
- Visas or vaccinations
- Local city taxes (approx. €10-€15)
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Itinerary
Viagrande Taormina
Adventure starts in Viagrande
Welcome to Viagrande, a traditional Catanian village with a privileged view of Mount Etna. From its lofty position above the sea, it offers views of Mount Etna. The current old town centre was founded in 1408 but the first settlement here was founded under Greek rule. The ancient Roman road that led to Messina gives the name to the village (Viagrande means big road).
Depending on the arrival time of the group, we have a welcome briefing at the hotel either this evening or tomorrow morning; a great chance to meet your tour leader and the rest of the group.
Accommodation: Grand Hotel Villa Itria (or similar)
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Guided hike on Mount Etna • Afternoon wine-and-cheese tasting
Enjoy a spectacular guided walk on Mount Etna, the highest active volcano in Europe, hiking on hilly, steep terrain of dried lava, rocky ash and sand. We pass several old lava flows to be rewarded with a dramatic panorama of the volcanic landscape and old craters (one to two hours’ walking, 3.1mi/5km).
If you’d prefer to skip the walk, you can ascend the central crater (see Extra Expenses for prices), first by cableway to the terminal, before a 4×4 ride and walk with a volcanology guide. You are strongly advised to take a waterproof/windproof jacket, a warm top and to wear long trousers (pants).
In the afternoon, we enjoy a wine-and-cheese tasting in one of the most-celebrated cellars in the area.
Accommodation: Grand Hotel Villa Itria (or similar)
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Drive to Syracuse to visit its archeological site • To the baroque town of Noto
This morning, we drive to Syracuse (approximately 1hr 15min drive), the most powerful city-state in the ancient Greek world and briefly the capital of the Byzantine empire. Here, we visit the superb Neapolis Archeological Park, home to a spectacular Greek theatre and well-preserved Roman amphitheatre, accompanied by a local guide. We also visit Ortygia, where we have an exploration with the tour leader and free time to rest or explore some more.
In the afternoon, we drive to our next destination, the World Heritage site of Noto (approximately 45 minutes), a beautiful town built in the Sicilian baroque style using honey-coloured stone.
Accommodation: Hotel Flora (or similar)
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Visit the hilltop town of Ragusa Ibla • To Agrigento's Valley of the Temples
After breakfast we drive to the hilltop town of Ragusa Ibla (approximately 90 minutes), a maze of winding streets with remarkable baroque churches, and continue on to Agrigento (2hr 30min). Here we enjoy a guided visit of the Valley of the Temples: the Temple of Juno; the Temple of Concorde, one of the most well-preserved doric temples in the ancient Greek world; the Temple of Hercules; and the Temple of Castor and Pollux.
Accommodation: Hotel Della Valle (or similar)
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Visit the ancient ruins of Selinunte • Explore the hilltop village of Erice • Orientation tour around Trapani
Start with a transfer (1hr 30min) to Selinunte to explore one of the most important archaeological sites in the Mediterranean, set high overlooking the sea. We then drive (1hr 30min) to the mountaintop village of Erice. Here, we have time to stroll through the narrow streets − you may also like to try some of the best pastries on the island!
Head to Trapani, where we check into our hotel, then join the tour leader for an orientation tour around this city founded by the Elymians to serve as a port for Erice. Today, Trapani is famous for salt production and coral crafts.
Accommodation: B&B Trapani Crystal (or similar)
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Walk in the Zingaro Nature Reserve • To Palermo
Head to the coast this morning to explore the idyllic Mediterranean landscape on foot. Stretching along the coast for 4.3mi (7km) between the lovely village of Scopello in the east to San Vito Lo Capo in the west, the Zingaro Nature Reserve has walking trails with views out to the cliffs and the glistening sea, hidden coves and pristine beaches.
We take a leisurely walk for up to three hours (including stops) along beautiful coastal trails, with the opportunity of a quick swim before returning to the bus. If you’d prefer to opt out of the walk, you can rest at the visitor centre.
In the afternoon, we head to Palermo (approximately 1hr 30min) where we can enjoy time at leisure to discover the vibrant historic centre and lively streets filled with restaurants and bars.
Accommodation: Hotel Posta (or similar)
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Morning visit to Monreale Cathedral • Guided tour of Palermo and free time
After a short transfer to Monreale (approximately one hour), we visit its extraordinary cathedral, considered the greatest example of Norman architecture in the world. We then head to Palermo (approximately one hour) where our local guide will show us the most important sites in this beautiful city, including Quattro Canti, Pretoria Square, the cathedral and Marina Square. In the afternoon, we have free time in Palermo to enjoy this eclectic city at our own pace.
Accommodation: Hotel Posta (or similar)
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Visit the Norman cathedral of Cefalu • To charming Taormina • Free time to explore
This morning we drive to the fishing village of Cefalu (approximately 1hr 15min), where we visit the impressive cathedral, home to elaborate Byzantine mosaics, and the lovely historic centre with its winding medieval streets. Our tour ends in one of the most renowned treasures of Sicily: the charming town of Taormina (approximately 2hr 40min drive). We have time to visit its Greek theatre and enjoy the spectacular views of Mount Etna and the sea.
Accommodation: Hotel Villa Esperia (or similar)
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Adventure ends in Taormina
Enjoy your final breakfast of this Sicilian adventure, a perfect opportunity to reflect on the many wonders of this Italian island. Once you’re full, it’s time to start your return journey home.
Three- and four-star hotels
On this cultural trip in Sicily, we use a varied selection of three- and four-star hotels. The places we stay are often near historic centres, allowing us to easily explore the towns in the evenings or during our free time. Below are the accommodations we typically use.
Rooms upgrades are available throughout the itinerary – speak to your sales representative for more details.
Viagrande: Grand Hotel Villa Itria (nights 1-2)
With an outdoor pool, restaurant serving Mediterranean dishes made with local ingredients, and a cocktail bar-lounge, Villa Itria is an excellent spot to ease ourselves into the trip. There’s also a wellness centre for an additional cost.
Noto: Hotel Flora (night 3)
Our time in Noto is spent at Hotel Flora, which is ideally located in the historic centre of town. Noto Cathedral and the Piazza del Duomo are just a 10-minute walk away, while the hotel terrace, where we have breakfast, offers great views.
Agrigento: Hotel Della Valle (night 4)
Now well into the trip, Hotel Della Valle is a great place to relax as a group. When it’s hot, head to the swimming pool area, where you’ll find loungers, parasols and tables during summer, plus a Mediterranean garden with palms and pines. Alternatively, you may prefer to find a shady spot for a drink.
Trapani: B&B Trapani Crystal (night 5)
B&B Trapani Crystal is a contemporary retreat with an excellent location, just a short walk from the ancient wonders of the historic centre of Trapani.
Palermo: Hotel Posta (nights 6-7)
Hotel Posta has been run by the same family since 1921 and has an excellent location in the historic centre, just a five-minute walk from Teatro Massimo, plus there’s a sun terrace and bar.
Taormina: Hotel Villa Esperia (night 8)
Our final night is normally spent at Villa Esperia. Get the group together by the outdoor pool to toast the adventure and admire the sea views. Alternatively, a cable car to Taormina town centre is just 330ft (100m) from the front door. The hotel also has one restaurant: Bacio di Dama, which serves Sicilian dishes. On some departures, we use an alternative hotel, Hotel Ipanema.
Worth knowing
- Some hotels require you to wear a swimming cap in the pool.
Trip Experts
Francesco Genzone
Expert Leader: Sicily
Reviews
Add your own reviewThere are many treasures that Sicily holds
What a wonderful adventure on the island of Sicily. There is everything you could want there – history, culture, scenery, food and wine! There was a good mix of everything on this trip, and I felt that I got to see so many amazing things that I wouldn’t have had I been holidaying on my own
Most Inspirational Moment
Probably being in at the Valley Of The Temples and learning all about these ancient Greek structures that have stood the test of time!
Thoughts on Group Leader
Alessio is a true gem. He is such an enthusiastic and passionate guide who really made the trip what it was. He showed us the 'real Sicily' and the group adored him. What an asset to Exodus he is!
Advice for Potential Travellers
You cannot drink the tap water in Sicily, so if you have a water bottle with a filter then bring it with you! and bring good walking shoes for Zingaro as it's a rocky coastal path
Interesting and captivating.
Well organized tour covering various aspects of Sicilian treasures, including history, archeology, architecture, urbane and village sites and nature parks. Our leader tried his best to “navigate “us in our free time. But I think additional envolvement of the local guides would benefit our exploration of the area more complete.
Most Inspirational Moment
Taormina sunset and landscape.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Tiziano is entertaining, enthusiastic and sharing his knowledge and love for Sicily. He used every chance to introduce us Sicilian traditions and especially food. Also he is accommodating to all needs of the group travellers.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Do your homework in advance before the trip to ask the right questions and remember the places you visit.
Magic around every corner
It was a fantastic introduction to Sicily and we covered a lot of the island focusing on history, art, and architecture. Sicily is truly filled with gems.
Most Inspirational Moment
Loved the quaintness of the smaller towns. Each having its own personality. Noto, Cefalu, and Ragusa standout.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Mauritzio was wonderful. Focused on everyone and ensured to the last person left that every detail was addressed.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Take a couple days before and after to soak it all up.
Outstanding trip!
This trip was a thoroughly enjoyable experience in all respects. It has a well thought-out and interesting itinerary, good hotels and seamless travel arrangements. The tour gives sufficient time to explore many of Sicily’s architectural and cultural wonders, as well as spending several hours on Mt Etna and walking in the Zingaro Nature Reserve. Our guide Francesco was outstanding – very friendly, informative and helpful. At some of the sites we had local guides who were also very good. Our enjoyment of the trip was greatly enhanced by our fellow travellers who gelled extremely well as a group and were excellent company throughout the trip.
Most Inspirational Moment
Impossible to choose any particular highlight – every single day brought interesting new sights and enjoyable experiences.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Francesco was very well-organised and extremely knowledgeable about the history, geography and culture of Sicily. We thought he was brilliant!
Advice for Potential Travellers
Take good walking shoes, especially for the Zingaro coastal walk, which was quite rocky and steep in places. As the beaches are stony there, I would recommend taking along a pair of flip-flops or jelly shoes if you’re planning on swimming.
An very well organised tour which included so much in a week
Thanks to our very well organised leader Laura, we managed a complete tour of the island in a week. Greek, Roman and Norman sites told the rich history of Sicily. The trip to Mont Etna and the walk in the national park covered the beauty of the island. Our group was made up of lovely people which added to the fun
Most Inspirational Moment
The Greek and Roman temples and the magnificent cathedral in Montreale with Fabio our great guide were the highlights for me but Palermo was very interesting also
Thoughts on Group Leader
Laura was new to Exodus but certainly deserves her place in the team. She was well organised, knowledgeable, adaptable to weather conditions and above all so friendly and fun. Must mention Mario and Luigi our bus drivers, so friendly and helpful, specially Mario who covered most of the trip
Advice for Potential Travellers
If you go in April take layers and waterproof jacket as the weather is changeable. Good trainers for Mont Etna are also recommended
Treasures upon treasures
What a wonderful week offering a great overview of Sicily, its culture, history and people, not to mention food and pastries! We packed so much into the week, always something new and unexpected, each day having its particular wow factor.
Most Inspirational Moment
Trekking the Zingaro coastal path. Breathtaking views of the mountains and the deep, deep blue sea. Indescribably beautiful, although the rocky path proved a little challenging for some.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Alessio could have been added to the list of the treasures we encountered. Always helpful, always warm and friendly, always professional, humorous and knowledgeable. Couldn't wish for anything more.
Advice for Potential Travellers
April was the perfect time to visit, pleasantly warm, but not too hot although sun protection is needed. Some of the high places (e.g. Etna, Erice) can be chilly and windy, so warm layers, scarves and hats are recommended.
Best Exodus Tour Yet!
This is a 5-star tour! I selected the Treasures of Sicily trip because I want to visit different regions of Italy. I had no idea how much I would learn about the Sicily invaders (our guide called them “visitors”) or their contributions to the culture. In seven days, our group traveled around the entire border of Sicily. We saw a minimum of two attractions per day, including Mt. Etna volcano, Ancient Greek and Roman ruins, beautiful small towns, National Park, and the bustling capital. You spend a lot of time on the bus (typically 2 to 3 hours a day) in transit but this enables you to see so much in one week. I wouldn’t want to give up even one attraction. Our guide Tiziano was superb. This young man knows so much about the history and culture. He made every day so much fun!
Most Inspirational Moment
I was most swept away by the Ancient Greek temples as well as the Greek Amphitheatre in Sicily. They were in wonderful condition despite their antiquity and I marveled at how the Greeks built such edifices.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Words cannot adequately describe our group leader Tiziano—smart, funny, engaging, emphatic, energetic, and caring. He was the cheerleader from daybreak to sunset on our journey around Sicily. He was always making us laugh. I would love to take smother tour with Tiz in the future! I wish I booked the 14-day Grand Tour to spend more time with Tiz.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Don’t pack a big suitcase. You have to drag it a big distance in old town Palermo. Don’t pack a lot of clothes to go out a night. It is casual in Sicily. You want 1 or 2 nice outfits. Pack warm clothes for hiking Mt. Etna. It gets cold on the mountain. Leave some space in your suitcase to bring home treasures, such as the superb Silican wines. Wear good walking shoes. Bring hiking boots for the volcano hike.
Sept 2023
Well organised and led by the guide Francesca and the 2 drivers Mario and Graziano. Lots of amazing scenery and history.
Most Inspirational Moment
Temples at Seracruse
Thoughts on Group Leader
Superb!
Advice for Potential Travellers
Even at end of September was very hot so be prepared.
Amazing Sicily!
A fast paced, very full itinerary, covering some truly amazing places. Great group, made up of caring, fun, interesting and interested folks from a whole range of backgrounds. Highlights were the Etna Volcano visit by cablecar and Greek Temples at Selinunte. The tour does not include the mosaics of Villa Romano or the Aeolian Islands, both of which I still want to see….so look out Sicily, I’ll be returning!
Most Inspirational Moment
Hard to name just one...Seeing the remnants of the recent eruption on Etna....smoke rising from the summit. Or sitting on the steps of a church in centre of Syracuse eating the best Arancini with a cold local beer. The beautiful wildflowers at Selinunte Temples. Thr fun the group had at Tiziano's birthday celebration at the Agriturismo rural hotel. The awesome gold interior of Monreale Cathedral. Walking into the 'Church of the Holy Water' in Palermo and the organist belting out Bohemian Rhapsody. Or perhaps swimming in the stunning turquoise sea on the return from the Zingaro Nature Reserve walk.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Tiziano was fabulous. Very well organised, and really good at getting us to coordinate, arriving and leaving on time being important on such a packed tour. His knowledge of the sights, culture and (obsession!) with the food of his country were inspirational! He had a very caring nature and went out of his way to ensure we were all well informed, looked after and having fun at every step of the way!
Advice for Potential Travellers
Try and pack lighter as you are moving hotels most nights and sometimes the bus isn't able to park outside the hotel
Beautiful Sicily
The tour explores around beautiful Sicily’s historical towns and cities. Sicily has so much to bring to the table from local foods, history, culture and scenery and more. Look forward to visiting again!
Thoughts on Group Leader
Tiziano was a brilliant host to Sicily, he was passionate, energetic and organised - giving us restaurant recommendations and local foods to try in each area we stopped at. In addition, he was super knowledgeable about the history of the island and also arranged for additional stop offs during the trip so we could see more places of interest. The local guides where also very knowledgeable during the city tour and archeological sites.
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