SICILY
$3,195 PER PERSON
This tour is offered from April to June and from September to mid-October.
itinerary
Day 1 – (Saturday) Arrive in Palermo, Sicily
Jump straight into Sicilian life! Transfer to your hotel in Palermo and get settled in, then meet your Tour Director and group at tonight’s Welcome-Dinner.
Accommodations: 4-Star Hotel in downtown Palermo
Meals: Dinner
Day 2 – (Sunday) Corvo Cantina, Monreale and Palermo
This morning we will have the pleasure to taste northern Sicilian wines; two tastings followed by lunch. Next in Monreale, we will visit Il Duomo, the cathedral, a masterpiece of sculpture and the art of mosaics. Then we are going to see a "pupi" show in the heart of Palermo. These shows have been the heart of Sicilian life for over 300 years. Free night on our own in historic downtown Palermo.
Accommodations: 4-Star Hotel in downtown Palermo
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch
Day 3 – (Monday) Erice and Salt road
Today we'll say goodbye to Palermo and head west to the Erica and Trapani. We'll stop at the salt pans, where they still collect the salt from the sea. We will have lunch at the windmill that is still used today in the process of sea salt. Next we will drive up to Erice. A charming village known for their almond and pistachio sweets and breathtaking views. We will check into our hotel and then meet in the evening for a tasting of sweets and bubbly at the castle overlooking the sea.
Accommodations: Hotel Elimo
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Pastry Tasting
Day 4 – (Tuesday) Marsala and "The valley of the Temples"
Our day begins at Florio Marsala, with a private tour of the cellars and tasting of one of the oldest and largest producers of Marsala wine. Next, we will stop in "The Valley of the Temples" to be guided through this extraordinary Greek city. Free time to get a quick lunch on our own before we make our way to Modica to check in to our new hotel.
Accommodations: 4-Star Hotel in Modica
Meals: Breakfast and Wine Tasting
Jump straight into Sicilian life! Transfer to your hotel in Palermo and get settled in, then meet your Tour Director and group at tonight’s Welcome-Dinner.
Accommodations: 4-Star Hotel in downtown Palermo
Meals: Dinner
Day 2 – (Sunday) Corvo Cantina, Monreale and Palermo
This morning we will have the pleasure to taste northern Sicilian wines; two tastings followed by lunch. Next in Monreale, we will visit Il Duomo, the cathedral, a masterpiece of sculpture and the art of mosaics. Then we are going to see a "pupi" show in the heart of Palermo. These shows have been the heart of Sicilian life for over 300 years. Free night on our own in historic downtown Palermo.
Accommodations: 4-Star Hotel in downtown Palermo
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch
Day 3 – (Monday) Erice and Salt road
Today we'll say goodbye to Palermo and head west to the Erica and Trapani. We'll stop at the salt pans, where they still collect the salt from the sea. We will have lunch at the windmill that is still used today in the process of sea salt. Next we will drive up to Erice. A charming village known for their almond and pistachio sweets and breathtaking views. We will check into our hotel and then meet in the evening for a tasting of sweets and bubbly at the castle overlooking the sea.
Accommodations: Hotel Elimo
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Pastry Tasting
Day 4 – (Tuesday) Marsala and "The valley of the Temples"
Our day begins at Florio Marsala, with a private tour of the cellars and tasting of one of the oldest and largest producers of Marsala wine. Next, we will stop in "The Valley of the Temples" to be guided through this extraordinary Greek city. Free time to get a quick lunch on our own before we make our way to Modica to check in to our new hotel.
Accommodations: 4-Star Hotel in Modica
Meals: Breakfast and Wine Tasting
Day 5 – (Wednesday) Ragusa Ibea and Scicli
This morning we are visiting Val di Noto*** and all the flavors of southern Sicily. Our first stop is in Modica to Dolceria Bonajuto, to see how Aztec chocolate is made. We will have a tasting of chocolate at its best. Our next stop is the lovely town of Ragusa Ibea, to have lunch at "I banchi" were we will be tasting the specialties of the area and Sicilian beer. Free time to stroll in this lovely village. We will continue our day in the countryside, stopping in a few villages before our visit to the Agriturismo La Masseria to see the making of a delicacy of southern Sicily, sweet ricotta cheese. We will have a cheese tasting and dinner.
Accommodations: 4-Star Hotel in Modica
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
*** The eight towns in southeastern Sicily, Caltagirone, Militello Val di Catania, Catania, Modica, Noto, Palazzolo, Ragusa and Scicli, were all rebuilt after 1693 on or beside the towns existing at the time of the earthquake which took place in that year.
Day 6 – (Thursday) Taormina
We'll spend the day in the gem of Sicily, full of beautiful views, charming streets, and the best shopping in Italy! After a relaxing day, we'll head to Modica to have dinner together.
Accommodations: 4-Star Hotel in Modica
Meals: Breakfast and Dinner
Day 7 – (Friday) Siracusa and Ortigia
We will begin on the island of Ortigia. Right off of the city of Siracusa we will walk across to Ortigia see the greek ruins and the city center. Free time to shop and enjoy the sea. In the late afternoon, we will meet to have a light dinner stopping for street food.
Accommodations: 4-Star Hotel in Modica
Meals: Breakfast and Dinner
Day 8 – (Saturday)
Transfer to the Catania airport; goodbye, Sicily
This morning we are visiting Val di Noto*** and all the flavors of southern Sicily. Our first stop is in Modica to Dolceria Bonajuto, to see how Aztec chocolate is made. We will have a tasting of chocolate at its best. Our next stop is the lovely town of Ragusa Ibea, to have lunch at "I banchi" were we will be tasting the specialties of the area and Sicilian beer. Free time to stroll in this lovely village. We will continue our day in the countryside, stopping in a few villages before our visit to the Agriturismo La Masseria to see the making of a delicacy of southern Sicily, sweet ricotta cheese. We will have a cheese tasting and dinner.
Accommodations: 4-Star Hotel in Modica
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
*** The eight towns in southeastern Sicily, Caltagirone, Militello Val di Catania, Catania, Modica, Noto, Palazzolo, Ragusa and Scicli, were all rebuilt after 1693 on or beside the towns existing at the time of the earthquake which took place in that year.
Day 6 – (Thursday) Taormina
We'll spend the day in the gem of Sicily, full of beautiful views, charming streets, and the best shopping in Italy! After a relaxing day, we'll head to Modica to have dinner together.
Accommodations: 4-Star Hotel in Modica
Meals: Breakfast and Dinner
Day 7 – (Friday) Siracusa and Ortigia
We will begin on the island of Ortigia. Right off of the city of Siracusa we will walk across to Ortigia see the greek ruins and the city center. Free time to shop and enjoy the sea. In the late afternoon, we will meet to have a light dinner stopping for street food.
Accommodations: 4-Star Hotel in Modica
Meals: Breakfast and Dinner
Day 8 – (Saturday)
Transfer to the Catania airport; goodbye, Sicily
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Frequently asked questions
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How many hours a day will we be walking or on a bus?
Every day we will be walking a minimum of 3 hours. There will also be uphill streets and stairs. The bus rides vary in time for 20 minutes to 2 hours. I am traveling alone, will I be the only one? No, on average we have about half the group that are singles. Is there a single supplement? And why? Yes, there is. It's $665 for a private room. The reason we have a single supplement is because some hotels do not offer a single rate. So as a single person you are paying a full rate of the room instead of it being divided by two. How can I avoid paying the single supplement? We can match guests with same-sex roommates. We will connect you by email and you can see if you are compatible to share a room. Is my deposit of $400 refundable? No, we have limited space and need a commitment from each guest. Please note that the deposit of $400 per guest is NON-REFUNDABLE except in the case that the trip does not meet the minimum number of participants. The trip's go-status will be confirmed no later than 90 days before departure. How do I book my flights? As soon as the group is formed we will be sending out a confirmation email with all necessary information. You can contact our agent or if you are booking your own airfare, departure dates and airports will be listed in the confirmation email. How do we pack? We have a Zoom conference with the group before the trip to explain packing and general information; plus a packing list. Do I need Travel Insurance? Where can I purchase Insurance? We highly recommend Travel Insurance. Travel insurance is based on many factors and the price varies from person to person. You can get a quote from our agent Carol Symington, csymington@AAASJ.COM . Please mention your tour, the dates, price and that it is Tierno Tours. |
Is my flight included?
No, This is a land package only. If booking your own airfare: Departure from USA or Canada no later than 24 hours before the tour begins. Is an upgrade possible? Yes, in some of our accommodations upgrades are possible. Many times they are limited and we recommend that you contact us to reserve the room as soon as possible. You will be given a price and charged at the time of booking. All upgrades are non-refundable. Where are we staying? 2 nights in Downtown Palermo, 1 night in Hotel Elimo, 4 nights in Modica. How do I get from the airport to the Hotel? There are many transfer companies. We will help you book your transfer as soon as you purchase your airfare. How much is the cost of the Transfer? A private transfer is about 75 Euro and the bus shuttle is 45 Euro per person. |
