Syracuse

Sicily, once the center and richest prize of the known world, is paired with Malta, another Mediterranean island with an extraordinary past on this exceptional program. Experience the stunning, contrasting beauty of a land steeped in classical ruins and historic artifacts. Sample the memorable cuisine and delightful wines you have come to expect in all that is Italian. Nearly 7,000 years of history are just waiting for your exploration.

12 day escorted tour

Inclusions:

• 3 nights at the Grand Hotel Villa Igea in Palermo
• 3 nights at the San Domenico Palace or Grand Hotel Mazzaro Sea Palace in Taormina
• 4 nights at the Le Meridien St. Julians on Malta
• 10 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 4 dinners

Highlights:

• Pay a visit to the marionette museum in Palermo
• Tour the archeological ruins at Agrigento
• Participate in pasta-making
• Take excursions to Syracuse and Mount Etna
• Taste Sicilian wines
• Tour archaeological museums on Malta and Gozo
• Visit Mdina, Malta's ancient capital
• Take a ferry excursion to Gozo island
• Visit the temples of Ggantija

Mount Etna