Fantasia Mediterranea
11 Days
ITINERARY
11 Days/10 Nights -Rome – Naples – Pompeii – Sorrento – Capri – Palermo – Monreale – Erice – Saline della Laguna – Agrigento – Piazza Armerina – Ragusa Ibla – Noto – Siracusa – Taormina
Tour Overview:
Arrive in Rome, Italy’s revered capital and discover the wonders of the Eternal City, before visiting the Colosseum, one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Explore the ruins of Pompeii, one of the most well-known archaeological sites in the world. Drive along the Sorrentine Coast and take an exciting excursion to the island of Capri – one of the most exclusive summer destinations of the Mediterranean. Visit Monreale, an ancient royal town famous for its almonds, olive oil, citrus fruits, and Norman architecture. From discovering Palermo’s 3000-year old history to visiting the largest active volcano in Europe, this tour is bound to charm even the most seasoned of travelers!
DAY 1 – Rome
Benvenuti a Roma! After your arrival at the airport, make your own way to your hotel and then enjoy your first day in the city at your own leisure. At 8:30 pm reach the meeting point (on the corner of Via del Traforo (near street no. 148) and Largo del Tritone, on the wide sidewalk opposite the wedding-dress shop) to be ready for the departure of the Rome by night tour. Our local expert guide will lead you to discover the wonders of the Eternal City, charming by day – absolutely romantic by night. You enjoy the whole center of this magic city in the moonlight during this panoramic mix of bus and walking tour. The tour ends in Colosseum area. Enjoy on your own the rest of the night. Return to the hotel on your own and overnight stay.
DAY 2 – Rome – Naples – Pompeii – Sorrento
After breakfast, pick up at your hotel at 7:00 am approximately. Departure by coach heading south crossing the regions of Lazio and Campania. Arrival in Naples and short panoramic tour climbing up to Vomero hill to enjoy beautiful views over the Gulf of Naples with the Vesuvius, Capri, Ischia and Procida and the city below; time to take some nice pictures. Descending towards the port of Mergellina, you will leave the city and travel south towards Mount Vesuvius and, once you reach the town of Pompeii, you will have lunch with the real Neapolitan pizza! After lunch, you will enter into one of the most important archaeological sites in the world: a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the ruins of Pompeii, with Skip the Line entrance and a guided tour. Visit the haunting ruins of Pompeii, traveling back in time to the tragic days in 79 AD when the silent Mount Vesuvius suddenly erupted, covering the prosperous Roman city in deadly volcanic ashes and poisonous gases, leaving this prosperous city crystallized until our days. You’ll learn how people lived at that time, visiting houses and “bars” of the time, admiring frescoes and mosaics to imagine how rich and prosperous was the city before the dreadful day. After the visit, you will drive along the Sorrentine Coast, arriving in Sorrento for dinner (dress code: jacket for men) and an overnight in your new hotel.(BLD)
DAY 3 – Sorrento – Capri – Sorrento
After breakfast, get ready for an exciting excursion to the island of Capri: one of the most exclusive summer destinations of the Mediterranean! Depending on weather and sea conditions, you will admire the dreamy Blue Grotto on a small rowboat. Afterward, enjoy lunch at a local restaurant and then roam the island at your own pace. Once back on the mainland, return to the hotel for dinner and your last overnight in Sorrento.(BLD)
DAY 4 – Sorrento – Palermo (Overnight on ferry boat)
Breakfast at your hotel, then spend a leisurely morning exploring Sorrento. In the afternoon, you will reach the port of Naples, where you will board on the Tirrenia/Snav ferry to Palermo. Let the waves rock you to sleep. Dinner and breakfast are not included on the ferry. (B)
DAY 5 – Palermo
Arrive in Palermo and transfer to your hotel. That night, have dinner in the hotel and rest up for the adventure that lies ahead.(D)
DAY 6 – Palermo
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel, and then head out on a morning excursion to Monreale, recently included on the UNESCO World Heritage List, an ancient royal town famous for its almonds, olive oil and citrus fruits, as well as for its fine Norman architecture. Visit the elaborate Cathedral of Monreale and then enjoy some shopping of local delicatessen and souvenirs. Back to Palermo and continue with a walking tour of the city. Wander the streets of the Old Town, hearing tales of Palermo’s 3,000-year history and discovering attractions like Palermo Cathedral. Walk inside the impressive-looking place of worship and marvel at its arches, cupolas and mosaics with an incredible mix of influences coming from several dominations on the island. Enjoy free time in the late afternoon and return to your hotel for dinner. Overnight.(BD)
DAY 7 – Palermo – Erice – Saline della Laguna – Agrigento
Early breakfast and departure to Erice, a medieval village stacked into the side of Monte San Giuliano. Many say that little has changed in the village since the sixth century, and its labyrinth-like twist of lanes is perfect for a cool and pleasant morning amble. Continue to visit the Saline, an extraordinary lagoon, where history, nature, archeology find a perfect synthesis and allow the visitor to try different, unique and charming experiences. Have a nice boat trip to the islands, located nearby. The tour of the natural reserve of the “Stagnone di Marsala” is a one of a kind archaeological and naturalistic experience. Board on these special boats, designed ad hoc to be able to navigate in the lagoon bottoms that at low tide reach only 25 cm. With a helpful audioguide, you will admire all the islands of the lagoon of the Stagnone up close, remaining comfortably seated in the boat, sailing at a speed of 4 knots. You will pass from the Island of Mozia, Isola Lunga, Isola di Schola, from the Ancient Via Punica Sommersa. After this wonderful experience enjoy your lunch in a restaurant by the lagoon. Return to your coach and travel to Agrigento, your final destination of the day. Visit Ancient Greek monuments and ruins at the Valley of Temples (entrance included) – a UNESCO World Heritage site – and learn about archaeological relics like the Classical Temple of Concord the Temple of Hercules; the Temple of Jupiter, one of the largest Doric-style buildings. Check in to your hotel in the evening. Dinner and overnight.(BLD)
DAY 8 – Agrigento – Piazza Armerina – Ragusa Ibla – Ragusa
Breakfast at the hotel and travel to Piazza Armerina a pretty and historic town nestled into the heart of Sicily. Entrance in Villa Romana del Casale to admire the largest, richest and most complex Roman mosaics in the world. It is one of the many UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Italy since 1997. The mosaics spread over 3,500 sq m show mythological scenes and portrayals of daily life. Depart to Ragusa and visit of the enchanting historical center “Ibla”, with its stunning baroque palaces and churches; together with other seven cities in the Val di Noto, Ragusa is listed among the UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Visit the old gate of San Giorgio, the Giardini Iblei and then walk to Piazza Pola where we will visit the church of San Giuseppe: a little gem. Be enchanted by the elegant Cathedral of San Giorgio, the Church of the Souls in Purgatory and the magnificent Cosentini palace, one of the most interesting Late Baroque palaces in Sicily! Arrive in hotel, dinner and overnight.(BD)
DAY 9 – Ragusa – Noto – Siracusa – Taormina
Breakfast at the hotel and travel to Noto, a picturesque fishing town popular for its stately Baroque architecture. Visit Cathedral of San Nicolò, recently restored after a earthquake, and then have a nice walk in the town’s center. Continue along the south coast to Syracuse, on Sicily’s southeastern tip. Visit “Parco Archeologico della Neapolis”, Syracuse’s famous archaeological area, home to a vast collection of Greek and Roman ruins from all over Sicily. Head inside to see impressive landmarks such as the Greek Theater, the Roman Amphitheater and the Ear of Dionysius – an artificial limestone cave. After the visit, cross one of the city’s bridges for a visit to the island of Ortygia – the most ancient part of Syracuse – home to a wealth of Baroque churches and medieval palaces. In the late afternoon arrive in Taormina, check in to your hotel and enjoy dinner.(BD)
DAY 10 – Taormina
Breakfast at your hotel and then head off to Mount Etna, the largest active volcano in Europe and the highest mountain in Italy. Learn about volcanic activity and marvel at the old lava fields and black magma rock that comprises Etna’s landscape. If weather permits, you have a chance to climb to the summit (1800 m). After, return to Taormina, the beautiful and romantic town located on Mount Tauro. Return to Taormina in the afternoon and spend the rest of your day at leisure. Dinner and overnight.(BD)
DAY 11 – Taormina
Enjoy one final breakfast before the tour comes to an end.(B)
![](https://sitatourscanada.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/mail.png)
DATES/PRICING/ACCOMMODATIONS
2023 | ||
Date | DBL Occ | SGL Occ |
Apr 09 - Apr 19 | CAD 5150 | CAD 6415 |
Apr 30 - May 10 | CAD 5150 | CAD 6415 |
May 14 - May 24 | CAD 5150 | CAD 6415 |
Jun 04 - Jun 14 | CAD 5150 | CAD 6415 |
Jun 18 - Jun 28 | CAD 5150 | CAD 6415 |
Jul 02 - Jul 12 | CAD 5150 | CAD 6415 |
Jul 16 - Jul 26 | CAD 5150 | CAD 6415 |
Aug 20 - Aug 30 | CAD 5150 | CAD 6415 |
Sep 03 - Sep 13 | CAD 5150 | CAD 6415 |
Sep 17 - Sep 27 | CAD 5150 | CAD 6415 |
Oct 01 - Oct 11 | CAD 5150 | CAD 6415 |
Oct 15 - Oct 25 | CAD 5150 | CAD 6415 |
Nov 05 - Nov 05 | CAD 5150 | CAD 6415 |
Mar 17 - Mar 27 | CAD 5150 | CAD 6415 |
Hotel: | ||
Rome - St.martin 4* | ||
Sorrento - Michelangelo / Vesuvio 4* | ||
Palermo - Mercure 4* | ||
Agrigento - Della Valle 4* | ||
Ragusa - Poggio Del Sole 4* | ||
Area Taormina - Olimpo Le Terrazze 4* | ||
Highlights: | ||
Eat an authentic Neapolitan pizza for lunch in Pompeii | ||
Visit of a historic Cellar. Wine Tasting with light lunch in Marsala | ||
2024 | ||
Dates | Dbl Occ | Sgl Occ |
Apr 07 - Apr 17 | CAD 5,320 | CAD 6,770 |
Apr 14 - Apr 24 | CAD 5,320 | CAD 6,770 |
May 05 - May 15 | CAD 5,320 | CAD 6,770 |
May 12 - May 22 | CAD 5,320 | CAD 6,770 |
May 19 - May 29 | CAD 5,320 | CAD 6,770 |
June 02 - June 12 | CAD 5,320 | CAD 6,770 |
June 16 - June 26 | CAD 5,320 | CAD 6,770 |
June 30 - July 10 | CAD 5,320 | CAD 6,770 |
July 14 - July 24 | CAD 5,320 | CAD 6,770 |
Aug 18 - Aug 28 | CAD 5,320 | CAD 6,770 |
Sep 01 - Sep 11 | CAD 5,320 | CAD 6,770 |
Sep 08 - Sep 18 | CAD 5,320 | CAD 6,770 |
Sep 22 - Oct 02 | CAD 5,320 | CAD 6,770 |
Sep 29 - Oct 09 | CAD 5,320 | CAD 6,770 |
Oct 06 - Oct 16 | CAD 5,320 | CAD 6,770 |
Oct 20 - Oct 30 | CAD 5,320 | CAD 6,770 |
Nov 03 - Nov 13 | CAD 5,320 | CAD 6,770 |
Hotel: | ||
Rome | ||
St.martin 4* | ||
Sorrento | ||
Michelangelo / Vesuvio 4* | ||
Palermo | ||
Mercure 4* | ||
Agrigento | ||
Della Valle 4* | ||
Ragusa | ||
Poggio Del Sole 4* | ||
Area Taormina | ||
Olimpo Le Terrazze 4* |
![](https://sitatourscanada.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/mail.png)
INCLUSIONS
The Tour includes:
- Transportation by deluxe motorcoach
- Monolingual tour-escort in English
- Accommodation in 4 stars or 3 stars hotels
- Meals as per itinerary (please inform us at the moment of the booking, in case of any food allergy or alimentary restriction)
- Entrance tickets to the archaeological site in Pompeii with “Skip the Line” (when included in the itinerary)
- Entrance tickets to Vatican Museums & St. Peter’s Basilica with “Skip the Line” (when included in the itinerary)
- Visits with local expert guide as per itinerary (Rome, Florence, Venice,Milan, Pompeii, Capri, Palermo, Agrigento, Siracusa, Bari, Matera, Lecce)
- Entrance tickets to the archaeological sites in Sicily on our Fantasia Siciliana, Fantasia Mediterranea and Fantasia All Italy
- Spritz Experience in Venice and Milan
- Visit of a historic Cellar, wine tasting and ligh lunch in Marsala
- Entrance tickets to the Castel del Monte (Fantasia of Puglia)
- Visit of the Blue Grotto in Capri (when included in the itinerary)
- Porterage service included only on our escorted tours in Sicily & Apulia
The Tour does not include:
- Tips
- Porterage service
- Drinks
- Entrance fees to monuments or museums when not mentioned
- City tax for overnight stays (according to each city council rules)
- Everything that is not mentioned in the paragraph “The Tour includes”
![](https://sitatourscanada.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/mail.png)
EMAIL US
We welcome hearing from you! Feel free to call or simply Email us with any questions you may have.