From Rome to Sicily

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11 or 14 days

Italy

Embark on a cultural odyssey across Italy. Discover Rome’s ancient splendor, before venturing to Sicily—described as an entire continent in one island. Wander through the vibrant streets of Palermo and soak in the elegant charm of Taormina, set against the breathtaking backdrop of Mount Etna. End your trip with a visit to Pompeii, where you’ll walk through the remarkably preserved ruins of the ancient city.

Due to national and/or religious holidays, some sites may be closed and your itinerary may be modified on the following dates in 2026: March 19, April 3-8, May 1, June 29, and August 14-15. These dates fluctuate each year—please contact us for more information.

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Day 1: Fly overnight to Italy

Day 2: Rome

Meet your Tour Director at the airport

Day 3: Rome

Take a guided tour of Rome

With your expert local guide you will see:

Colosseum
Roman Forum
Capitoline Hill

Take a photography tour of Rome, where you'll learn the essential techniques for capturing stunning photos with a professional guide

Day 4: Rome • Palermo

Take a guided tour of Vatican City

With your expert local guide you will visit:

Sistine Chapel
St. Peter’s Basilica

Travel to Naples

Board a night ferry to Sicily

Day 5: Palermo • Taormina region

Arrive in Palermo, capital of the Italian island of Sicily

Take a guided tour of Palermo

With your expert local guide you will see:

Cathedral of Monreale
Cappella Palatina
Palazzo dei Normanni
Palermo Cathedral

Visit the Monreale Cathedral

Visit the Palermo Cathedral

Travel to the Taormina region

Day 6: Taormina region

Take a guided tour of Taormina

With your expert local guide you will see:

Taormina Cathedral
Palazzo Corvaja

Visit the ancient theater of Taormina

Add this in-depth excursion:

Mount Etna

Ascend Mount Etna, Europe’s highest active volcano, on this breathtaking half-day excursion! Listen to commentary from your guide before enjoying free time to walk around the lava fields, take photos, and marvel at the views. Note: Comfortable walking shoes and a jacket are recommended.

Day 7: Taormina region • Siracusa

Take a day-trip to Siracusa

Take a guided excursion to Siracusa Archaeological Site

Expertly led guided excursion to Siracusa Archaeological Site

Day 8: Taormina region • Pizzo • Salerno

Transfer north from Taormina to Salerno

Return to mainland Italy via ferry

Travel via Pizzo to Salerno

Stop in the photogenic seaside town of Pizzo

Day 9: Salerno

Enjoy time to explore Salerno

Add this in-depth excursion:

Amalfi Coast Day-Tour

Drive along the winding roads of the stunningly beautiful Amalfi Coast. Today you will explore one of the Coast's iconic seaside villages. On your way back you'll stop at a local workshop to learn about the unique local agricultural traditions, yummy tastes included!

Day 10: Salerno • Pompeii • Rome

Transfer to Rome making a stop en route to visit Pompeii

Tour the ruins of Pompeii with an expert local guide

Day 11: Depart for home

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Day 11: Rome • Siena • Florence

Travel via Siena to Florence

Explore Siena on your own

Day 12: Florence

Take a guided tour of Florence

With your expert local guide you will see:

Piazza della Signoria
Ponte Vecchio
Basilica of Santa Croce
Gates of Paradise

Add this in-depth excursion:

Pisa

Journey to Pisa on this half-day excursion. Enjoy a guided tour of the city’s Field of Miracles, where you can snap a picture of the 12th-century Leaning Tower, aslant ever since the third floor was built. This is where Galileo was said to have developed his laws of gravity. Also visit the adjacent cathedral and baptistery, which contain exquisite marble pulpits carved in the Gothic style.

Day 13: Florence • Rome

Explore Florence on your own

Travel to Rome

Day 14: Depart for home