Sicily is an ancient intersection of Mediterranean civilisations, with its strategic position resulting in a wealth of cultural influences: a treasure trove of history and art with layers of diverse architecture waiting to be explored. Fine art collections, opulent baroque-styled palaces, impressive Norman cathedrals combined with glittering azure seas, lush green meadows and mountain scenery makes Sicily one of Italy’s finest islands. Our tour intends to show you the best of the eastern part of the island at a suitable pace that will help you enjoy some of the coastline and soak up the local atmosphere as well.
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The small modern hotel and has been chosen for its unique location in the very historic centre of Modica. It offers 3 star standard comfortable accommodation, and leisure facilities include an outdoor swimming pool and sun terrace. (The hotel is due a refurb in the winter of 2025, prior to your visit).
The 4 star hotel is the base for visiting the Valley of the Temples. Located on the coast with direct access to the beach, the hotel has comfortable modern and well equipped rooms. The hotel has an outdoor pool (seasonal opening).
Dating back to 4th century BC, this hilltop town is a highly popular tourist destination, and for good reason. Discover how the town’s diverse history spanned Greek, Roman, and Norman rule, before being fully revived as a tourist destination in the 18th century. The Greek horseshoe-shaped theatre is an absolute must-see, with incredible views of Mount Etna to the south.
An ancient port and Sicily’s second largest city sitting at the foot of Mount Etna and overlooking the Ionian Sea, Catania is a UNESCO Heritage Site. On a fascinating city tour, experience its rich Baroque architecture and historical and artistic heritage. In an incredible setting of the 13th century Castello Ursino, Catania’s civic museum is home to the valuable Biscari archaeological collection, an extensive collection of paintings, vases and sculpture, and an impressive coin collection.
This baroque beauty is packed with golden-stoned buildings, stunning palaces, churches full of character, and ornate balconies. Having been virtually demolished after a massive earthquake in 1693, this historic town was rebuilt with functionality and aesthetics merging in beautiful harmony.
Dating back to the 4th century AD, this Roman country villa in Piazza Armerina displays extensive Roman mosaics. Fascinating and well-preserved, the villa likely belonged to a governor or nobleman, and the different sections of the residence tell us much about rural Roman life. Vivid and detailed mosaics are spread throughout the villa, showing scenes from everyday life as well as mythical tableaux.
Sicily’s archaeological jewel, the Valley of the Temples is one of the most well-preserved and extensive sites from classical Greek civilisation. The remains of grand Doric temples line a dusty escarpment that once formed the city of Akragas, part of Greater Greece. The culmination of these fascinating ancient ruins is the Temple of Concordia, which was built in the 5th century BC and remains remarkably intact today.
Once the largest city in the ancient world, Syracuse holds an eternal beauty, with ancient ruins and historic architecture nestled amongst vibrant lemon groves. One of Sicily’s best archaeological sites and a colossal amphitheatre carved into the hillside just beg to be explored. Learn about the city’s grisly past by exploring the catacombs where thousands of survivors from the war between Athens and Syracuse were imprisoned in 413 BC.
Ortigia is the island-based old quarter of Syracuse, which is connected to the main city by three bridges. Inhabited for over 3,000 years, a highlight is a visit to the Cathedral.
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