Sicily Private Expedition

10 DAYS FROM $5,695

based on a private group of 6 people traveling together

• Discover Agrigento’s spectacular Valley of the Temples alongside a private guide. • Join a Sicilian astronomer to explore the Greek Theatre in Taormina. • See some of the best preserved mosaics from ancient Rome at the Villa Romana del Casale.

Private Expedition Light/Moderate

DAYS 1–2 I PALERMO, ITALY/MONREALE Arrive in Palermo and take a walking tour of the old town. Hear about efforts to promote a Mafia-free economy in Sicily, and visit the stunning Norman cathedral in Monreale. Grand Hotel Piazza Borsa | Meals: 1B, 1D

DAYS 3–4 I CEFALÙ/POLIZZI GENEROSA Explore the 12th-century cathedral in coastal Cefalù. Venture inland to Susafa, a familyowned agriturismo. Indulge in either a Sicilian cooking class, a wine tasting, or a cheesemaking session with a local shepherd (based on availability). Susafa | Meals: 2B, 1L, 2D

DAYS 5–7 I SUTERA/AGRIGENTO/RAGUSA Travel to Sutera and climb to the 14th-century sanctuary at the summit of Mount San Paolino. Continue to Agrigento to explore the incredible Valley of the Temples. Tour the Villa Romana del Casale to see some of the world’s best preserved Roman mosaics, and discover the charming hilltop town of Ragusa. Visit the lab of a chocolatier in Modica. Hotel Villa Athena; Relais Antica Badia Meals: 3B, 1L, 1D

DAYS 8–10 I SYRACUSE/TAORMINA/ CATANIA Drive to Syracuse and explore the island of Ortigia, linked to the city by bridges. See the Temple of Apollo, and meet a local artisan who handcrafts pupi for Sicilian puppet theater. Continue to Taormina for a walking tour, and step into the Greek Theatre with a Sicilian astronomer. Fly home from Catania. Hotel Villa Schuler | Meals: 3B, 1D

YOUR EXPEDITION TEAM

Knowledgeable local guides will accompany you on your trip, and you will meet other local experts as described in the itinerary.

INFORMATION

Dates: This expedition is offered from April through October. You may request any dates during those months that are convenient for you. Prices are per person; based on double occupancy, group size, and selected dates; and subject to availability. Single supplement applies; please see our website. Airfare is not included in the price. All prices and fares are quoted in U.S. dollars and subject to change. This itinerary is for informational purposes only and is subject to change at any time without notice.

Simmering Mount Etna rises behind Taormina’s Greek ruins.