SICILY & THE MED
18 DAY SICILY & THE MED
- DISCOVER THE MAGIC OF PALERMO & MORE
- CRUISE THROUGH THE BEST OF ITALY, FRANCE & SPAIN
INCLUDES RETURN INTERNATIONAL FLIGHTS
Sun-kissed beaches, colourful cities dotted with cathedrals, and remote hillside villages spilling down to the azure sea; Sicily is like something out of an Italian fairytale. This dazzling 18 day tour and cruise package is a chance to discover the wonders of this dream Mediterranean destination - and a whole lot more!
Begin with a land tour of Sicily, starting in the cosmopolitan capital of Palermo. Travel along the scenic salt road from Trapani to Marsala, stroll the charming laneways of beautiful Erice, explore the archaeological site of Selinunte, and marvel at the baroque town of Noto. Visit the smoking giant of Mt Etna, Europe’s highest active volcano; wander the streets of historic Taormina, and be inspired by the gorgeous outlook of seaside Cefalu. On return to Palermo, embark on a dazzling seven night cruise of the Mediterranean. Choose from two separate sailings, one visiting Barcelona and Valletta aboard the brand new MSC Virtuosa, or another visiting Valencia and Cagliari in Sardinia aboard the MSC Seaview. While onboard, enjoy ever-changing views of the magical Mediterranean, sensational cuisine, and plenty of opportunities for relaxation or play.
This incredible package includes return international flights, eight nights hotel accommodation on tour, a seven night MSC cruise, English speaking tour leader and guide - and more!
Itinerary - 1
Day 1 Australia - Palermo, Italy
Day 2 Welcome to Palermo - Island of Sicily
Day 3 Palermo - Erice - Trapani (approx. 120km day)
Day 4 Trapani - Selinunte - Agrigento (approx. 190km day)
Day 5 ‘The Valley of the Temples’ Archaeological Site - Piazza Armerina - Taormina (approx. 250km day)
Day 6 Giardini Naxos – Noto – Syracuse – Giardini Naxos (approx. 280km day)
Day 7 Giardini Naxos – Etna – Giardini Naxos (approx. 50km day)
Day 8 Giardini Naxos - Cefalù - Palermo (approx. 285km day)
Day 9 Palermo Market – Monreale - Palermo (approx. 30km day)
Day 10 Palermo - Begin MSC’s 7-night Mediterranean cruise - Depart at 5:00pm
Day 11 Valletta, Malta - 9:00am to 6:00pm
Day 12 At Sea
Day 13 Barcelona, Spain - 9:00am to 6:00pm
Day 14 Marseille, France - 8:00am to 5:00pm
Day 15 Genoa, Italy – 8:00am to 6:00pm
Day 16 Civitavecchia, Rome, Italy – 7:00am to 6:00pm
Day 17 Arrive in Palermo 10:00am - Australia
Day 18 Arrive in Australia
Itinerary - 2
Day 1 Australia - Palermo, Italy
Day 2 Welcome to Palermo - Island of Sicily
Day 3 Palermo - Erice - Trapani (approx. 120km day)
Day 4 Trapani - Selinunte - Agrigento (approx. 190km day)
Day 5 ‘The Valley of the Temples’ Archaeological Site - Piazza Armerina - Taormina (approx. 250km day)
Day 6 Giardini Naxos – Noto – Syracuse – Giardini Naxos (approx. 280km day)
Day 7 Giardini Naxos – Etna – Giardini Naxos (approx. 50km day)
Day 8 Giardini Naxos - Cefalù - Palermo (approx. 285km day)
Day 9 Palermo Market – Monreale - Palermo (approx. 30km day)
Day 10 Palermo - Begin MSC’s 7-night Mediterranean cruise - Depart at 5:00pm
Day 11 Cagliari, Italy – 9:00am to 5:00pm
Day 12 Palma de Mallorca, Spain - 1:30pm to 11:59pm
Day 13 Valencia, Spain - 8:00am to 4:00pm
Day 14 Marseille, France – 12:00pm to 8:00pm
Day 15 Genoa, Italy – 8:00am to 6:00pm
Day 16 Civitavecchia, Rome, Italy – 7:00am to 7:00pm
Day 17 Arrive in Palermo 10:00am - Australia
Day 18 Arrive in Australia