Crossroads of the Mediterranean … the “toe” in Italy’s boot … “God’s Kitchen” … Sicily is all this, and much more, as this stellar small group journey reveals.  Your 12-day Sicilian sojourn begins in Palermo, where highlights include the city’s prized Arab-Norman architecture – one of the itinerary’s four UNESCO sites – and world-class street food.  Discover the medieval walled town of Erice, and Trapani’s famous salt pans.  After viewing Monreale Cathedral’s breathtaking mosaics, sample the offerings at a family-owned winery.  In Agrigento, explore the impressive Valley of the Temples.  Admire Villa Romana del Casale’s magnificent mosaics.  During a three-night stay in Syracuse, tour the renowned Archaeological Park of Neapolis and take a Sicilian cooking class.  Following an excursion to Mount Etna, enjoy a small group highlight:  lunch with excellent Sicilian wines at a private farm.  The final destination is Taormina, with touring and time at leisure in this delightful medieval town.

Lodging:

Day 1 – Depart U.S. for Palermo
Day 2-4 – Artemisia Palace Hotel, Palermo
Day 5-6 – Hotel Baia di Ulisse, Agrigento
Day 7-9 – Hotel Borgo Pantano, Syracuse
Day 10-11 – Hotel NH Collection, Taormina