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A Week in Sicily – Private Luxury Italy Tours (7 days)

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Artisans of Leisure

Palermo, Italy to Catania, Italy

Valid for Departures Now Through: 16 Oct 2027
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A WEEK IN SICILY: Palermo, Sciacca & Agrigento, Noto & Syracuse, Taormina & Mount Etna

An exclusive private tour of Sicily for the most discerning luxury traveler.

This private introductory tour features the best of Sicily in one week.

Itinerary

Day 1
Palermo, Italy

Hotel: Villa Igiea, a Rocco Forte Hotel
Meals: None

A WEEK IN SICILY: Palermo, Sciacca & Agrigento, Noto & Syracuse, Taormina & Mount Etna

An exclusive private tour of Sicily for the most discerning luxury traveler.

Private arrival transfer to hotel

Accommodation in Palermo at luxury hotel: Villa Igiea

Half-day private tour of Palermo

Norman Palace, Cappella Palatina

Cultural highlights, lively food markets, specialty shops, private museums, art and architecture

Day 2
Sciacca, Italy

Segesta, Italy

Erice, Italy

Hotel: Verdura Resort, a Rocco Forte Hotel
Meals: Breakfast

Private overland transfer to Sciacca, with touring of Segesta and Erice en route

Temple of Segesta, ancient ruins, medieval hill town, cobblestone backstreets, pastry shops

Accommodation in Sciacca at luxury resort: Verdura Resort

Day 3
Sciacca, Italy

Hotel: Verdura Resort, a Rocco Forte Hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Morning private winery tour and gourmet lunch

Option to visit ceramics and coral studios in the nearby town of Sciacca

Afternoon at leisure to enjoy the resort’s large spa, excellent restaurants, wide range of facilities and great sea views

Day 4
Agrigento, Italy

Noto, Italy

Hotel: Seven Rooms Villadorata
Meals: Breakfast

Private overland transfer to Noto, with touring of Agrigento en route

Valley of the Temples, archaeological site, ancient Greek ruins

Accommodation in Noto at luxury boutique hotel: Seven Rooms Villadorata

Day 5
Syracuse, Italy

Taormina, Italy

Hotel: Grand Hotel Timeo, A Belmond Hotel, Taormina
Meals: Breakfast

Private transfer to Taormina, with touring of Syracuse en route

UNESCO World Heritage Site, Ortygia, cathedral, Greek theater, the Roman amphitheater and the Ear of Dionysius

Historic city center, fascinating cathedral, charming neighborhoods elegant architecture

Accommodation in Taormina at luxury resort: Four Seasons San Domenico Palace or Belmond Grand Hotel Timeo

Day 6
Taormina, Italy

Mount Etna, Sicily, Italy, Italy

Hotel: Grand Hotel Timeo, A Belmond Hotel, Taormina
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Private excursion to Mount Etna, including lunch at local winery

Active volcano, interesting volcanic sites on the mountain such as vineyards, orchards and farms

Afternoon at leisure to enjoy Taormina and its wonderful shops, restaurants, gardens, views, and leisure facilities at luxurious resort overlooking the Bay of Naxos

Day 7
Taormina, Italy

Catania, Italy

Hotel: None
Meals: Breakfast

Private transfer to Catania airport

Virtuoso Benefits

Artisans of Leisure is an exclusive tour supplier for Virtuoso. All tours depart daily and are private, highly personalized and luxurious. Virtuoso travelers receive amenities and VIP treatment on all Artisans of Leisure tours.

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