Villa Borghese, Rome, Italy

Splendors of the Mediterranean: Rome, Sicily & Greece Tour

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Customizable Itinerary

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Countries Visited

Italy

Places Visited

Rome, Palermo, Taormina, Patras...

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Suggested Duration

11 Days

The ancient world of the Mediterranean comes to life during your custom-tailored Rome, Sicily, and Greece Tour. The brilliant hues of Michelangelo’s paintings encompass the entirety of the Sistine Chapel. The pillars of the Parthenon support the history of thousands of years of Western Civilization and overlook the city of Athens. Greek temple ruins complement the Sicilian landscape, surrounded by olive groves and citrus orchards. Outdoor markets showcase timeless local traditions, and historic...

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Trip Highlights

  • Witness the sensational colors and breathtaking images of the Sistine Chapel
  • Walk along the treasured Acropolis in Athens for an up close view of the world-famous Parthenon
  • Enjoy a private tour of the Roman Colosseum to view the grand architecture and exceptional space
  • Discover the tremendous preserved Roman mosaics at Villa del Casale, a historic villa in Sicily
  • Revel in the collection of Greek ruins in the Valley of the Temples, including witnessing one of the best-preserved ancient Greek temples in Sicily
  • Delight in a tour of the fabulous ancient life of Syracuse, home of the largest Greek Theater in Sicily
  • Explore the ruinous city of Delphi in search of the legendary Oracle

Detailed Description

Baroque fountains adorn historic squares with lavish statues depicting ancient gods. Gold trimmings decorate main galleries of churches and glint in the natural light spilling through the windows. Ancient ruins blend with the neoclassical architecture. Stunning coastlines rest beneath the looming peak of Mount Etna. Your 11-day Rome, Sicily, and Greece Tour shows you the marvels of Western Civilization’s history, taking in the culture and architecture of Rome, Sicily, and Greece. Your private transfer meets you at the Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport upon your arrival in Rome. The city is naturally absorbing with its preserved architecture and welcoming culture.

The following day, your guide leads you on a walking tour of the Baroque beauty of the city, from the Spanish Steps to Piazza Navona. Your guide meets you at the hotel for an unforgettable walking tour of imperial Rome, taking you to the stunning sites of the Colosseum and Roman Forum. Next, you venture to Vatican City to witness the magnificent architecture of St. Peter’s Basilica, along with the wondrous art in the Vatican Museum. Your private transfer escorts you to the port, where you board an overnight ferry to Palermo. You arrive in Palermo, ready to tour the eclectic history of the city. Your guide leads you outside the city to the remarkable Greek ruins in the Valley of the Temples near Agrigento.

Then, you explore the charming streets of Piazza Armerina and the persevered Roman mosaics of Villa del Casale. Continue to Syracuse for an exciting guided tour of what was once the largest city in antiquity, before settling into the seaside town of Taormina. Enjoy the charms of Taormina, touring the hillside cobbled streets and discovering the wealth of historical structures around town. Your private transfer escorts you across the Strait of Messina to the port city of Brindisi for your overnight ferry to Greece. You arrive in the Greek city of Patras in the following morning, where your guide greets you at the harbor.

Venture to the enchanting ancient city of Delphi to visit the famous Oracle en route to Athens. Your guide meets you in the hotel lobby and leads you on a sensational tour of Athens, encompassing the ancient and contemporary history of the city, from Syntagma Square to the ancient Acropolis. On your final day in the Mediterranean, your guide will meet you at your hotel. As far as Sicily travel packages go, this experience has inspired you in ways you weren't expecting. You could make your way to Athens International Airport, but you could also extend your trip with a luxurious Aegean cruise taking you to the Greek islands, Turkish coast, and back to Athens.

Starting Price

$5,000 per person (excluding international flights)

Your Zicasso trip is fully customizable, and this sample itinerary is a starting place for your travel plans. Actual costs are dynamic, and your selection of accommodations and activities, your season of travel, and other such variables will bring this budget guideline up or down. Throughout your planning experience with your Zicasso specialist, your itinerary is designed around your budget. You can book your trip when you are satisfied with every detail. Planning your trip with a Zicasso travel specialist is a free service.

What's Included

  • Accommodations
  • In-country transportation
  • Some or all activities and tours
  • Expert trip planning
  • 24x7 support during your trip

Your final trip cost will vary based on your selected accommodations, activities, meals, and other trip elements that you opt to include.

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The entire trip was thoughtfully planned for us and we had an amazing time. It was just the right balance of touring and learning, and also relaxing in the beauty of the Italian countryside. The tour guides were top-notch notch and the hotel selections were perfect for us. When we had a question or problem or couldn't locate our tour guide, they were quick to respond to my calls or text messages. This is my second time using Zicasso and I will be using them in the future!!

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The trip was wonderful. All of the transitions from place to place were very smooth. Each tour guide and driver was very welcoming and informative. We had two children with us and we felt safe and comfortable at all times.

One area to mention is that there were times we didn't need a guide to assist us in transferring from place to place. For example, there was a guide who was hired to walk us across the street from the Venice train station to a water taxi. We could have done this on our own and would have preferred not to have to pay for something like that.

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The tour guides they used were fantastic and the driver agencies they used were also top-notch, with nice vehicles and drivers who had at least basic English to help make sure we were going the same place.

I would say the travel agency did exactly what a good travel company does. They prepared me for the trip and then all I had to do was follow the program and everything went exactly as planned. Knowing they were there to back me up was a big bonus, but having everything go according to plan was where they truly did an amazing job.

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