Welcome to Sicily! On arrival you will be met at the airport and escorted to your hotel for a two-night stay. Spend the remainder of the day settling in, and why not take a stroll down the beautiful Piazza del Duomo for dinner? (Overnight Catania)

Enjoy breakfast then make your way back to the famous Elephant Fountain to meet your private guide for the next two hours. Wander the busy Pescheria food market and admire the daily hustle and bustle marketplace that has been active for millennia. You will get the opportunity to sample some of the delicious street food such as Coppo, Sfincione, local cheese and cured meats, as well as the delicious pastries of Sicily – Cannoli, Cassatelle, or sesame nougat. At the end of the tour enjoy a traditional Arancino and a glass of wine or a soft drink with your guide. In the afternoon be sure to visit the ancient Roman Rotonda, ancient amphitheatre, or the beautiful Palazzo Conte Federico and nearby Norman castle. The city center is blessed with a huge number of historical treasures. (Overnight Catania)

Make your own way to the station for your journey to Palermo. All trains in Sicily are local services with one class of travel, and the scenery is certainly worth the ride. On arrival into the Sicilian capital, check-in at your hotel for a two-night stay. Enjoy the rest of the day at your leisure. (Overnight Palermo)

Explore the whole city today, thanks to your hop-on hop-off sightseeing pass included. Be sure to visit the famous Palatine Chapel – a breath-taking jewel of art and architecture from a multitude of ancient influences. In the afternoon why not visit the impressive Royal Palace, or the remarkable Castello deal Zisa? (Overnight Palermo)

Make your way to the station for a train journey to Taormina. On arrival in the afternoon, make your way to your hotel for a two-night stay. Relax and enjoy the rest of the day at your own pace. (Overnight Taormina)

Your guide will meet you at your hotel today and take you on a relaxed three-hour walking tour covering all the major sites of Taormina, including its famous Greek Theatre. Here you will enjoy stunning views across the sea, and why not rest your feet and relax on the Isola Bella beach in the afternoon? (Overnight Taormina)

A driver will collect you from your hotel for the hour’s drive to Catania airport or do speak to any of our Rail Experts should you wish to continue your travels elsewhere.