Rome to Sicily

Rome to Sicily
Starting in Italy's 'Eternal City' of Rome, this epic adventure will take you through the Amalfi coastline to Calabria and Sicily over 23 days. Learn about the catastrophic fate of Pompeii, soak up the sunshine in the coastal town of Sorrento and explore the beautiful Amalfi Coast, before heading south to Calabria – a hidden gem for those who stray off Italy’s beaten path. Continue to bustling Sicily, with the volcanic valleys of Mt. Etna, the timeworn streets of Syracuse, the Baroque wonders of Ragusa, the ruins of the Valley of Temples and the rich anti-Mafia history of Palermo. Starring dramatic cliffside villages, clear waters and delicious seafood, this is a chance to experience the highlights of southern Italy.
Activities
Starting in Italy's 'Eternal City' of Rome, this epic adventure will take you through the Amalfi coastline to Calabria and Sicily over 23 days. Learn about the catastrophic fate of Pompeii, soak up the sunshine in the coastal town of Sorrento and explore the beautiful Amalfi Coast, before heading south to Calabria – a hidden gem for those who stray off Italy’s beaten path. Continue to bustling Sicily, with the volcanic valleys of Mt. Etna, the timeworn streets of Syracuse, the Baroque wonders of Ragusa, the ruins of the Valley of Temples and the rich anti-Mafia history of Palermo. Starring dramatic cliffside villages, clear waters and delicious seafood, this is a chance to experience the highlights of southern Italy.
Activities
- Naples - Leader-led orientation walk
- Naples - café sospeso
- Pompeii - Archaeological Site
- Pompeii - Walking Tour with Local Guide
- Mt Vesuvius - Crater Rim Walk & Summit Climb
- Sorrento - Limoncello Tasting
- Sorrento - Gelato Making Demonstration
- Amalfi - Walk of the Gods Hike (Sentiero degli Dei)
- Amalfi - Coastal Ferry Cruise Positano to Amalfi
- Civita - Nature based hike
- Tropea - Stromboli by Night
- Reggio Calabria - Archaeological Museum
- Taormina - private boat excursion
- Taormina - leader led orientation walk
- Catania - leader led orientation walk
- Catania - local granita tasting
- Mt Etna - Day Trip
- Siracusa - Leader-led Orientation Walk
- Noto & Ragusa - Day Trip
- Agrigento - Guided visit Valley of the Temples
- Erice - local sweets tasting
- Palermo - Anti-Mafia Movement Tour
- Wander around Rome's famous landmarks including the Colosseum – one of the Seven Wonders of the World – as well as Vatican City, Sistine Chapel, St Peter's Basilica and many more.
- Explore the ruins of ancient Pompeii, which emerged from the ashes after thousands of years, and peek inside the steaming crater of Mt Vesuvius – the volcano that destroyed it.
- Hike among the olive groves on the Path of the Gods along the spectacular Amalfi Coast.
- Get up close and personal with the active volcanoes scattered across the Aeolian Islands and perhaps take a dip in one of the Sulphur springs.
- Search the crumbling Greek and Roman ruins in the charming seaside town of Taormina and maybe indulge in some deliciously fresh seafood.
Interests
- Adventure and Active
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Itinerary
Day | Destination | ||
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1 | Rome | ||
2 | Naples / Pompeii | ||
3 | Pompeii | ||
4 | Mt Vesuvius / Sorrento | ||
5 | Sorrento | ||
6 | Amalfi Coast | ||
7 | Positano / Amalfi Coast | ||
8 | Naples | ||
9 | Civita | ||
10 | Civita | ||
11 | Tropea | ||
12 | Tropea / Stromboli | ||
13 | Reggio Calabria | ||
14 | Taormina/Catania | ||
15 | Catania | ||
16 | Catania | ||
17 | Syracuse | ||
18 | Syracuse | ||
19 | Noto/Ragusa/Agrigento | ||
20 | Valley of the Temples/Marsala | ||
21 | Erice/Palermo | ||
22 | Palermo | ||
23 | Palermo |