Immerse yourself in the charms of the culture, the beauty of the undulating scenery, and the unforgettable flavors on your custom-tailored Sicily and the Amalfi Coast tour. Towns cast along the mountainous landscape of the Amalfi Coast, and the blend of classical cities with exquisite seaside views of Sicily are sure to enchant you. Rows of vineyards decorate the horizon. The Blue Grotto shines with iridescent hues. Locals overtake the fish market in search of the freshest catch and best daily...
Customizable Itinerary
Day 1
Sorrento - Touching the Italian Coast
Sorrento is a stunning town overlooking the Bay of Naples. Cliffs rise more than 180 feet above the sparkling azure water. Colorful fishing boats wade in the gentle current of the small marina. Lush trees grow along the craggy hilltops. Cobblestones streets wind past 13th-century palaces decorated in the Byzantine and Arab architectural styling. A historic 18th-century mill decorates the depths of a deep gorge behind Piazza Tasso. Your private transfer meets you at the Naples airport upon your arrival and escorts you around the bay to your luxurious hotel inside the charming city. The scent of famous Caprese almond cakes overtakes the semi-salty aroma of the sea. The city walls continue to guard Sorrento’s edges. The walls were originally constructed by Greek settlers and fortified by the Romans. Locals rebuilt the walls after an attack by the Turkish army in the 16th century. Sections of the Greek foundations are visible near the Marina Grande Gate.
What's Included:
Day 2
Sorrento - Treasures of Amalfi
Day 3
Sorrento - The Island Life for You and Tiberius
Day 4
Palermo - Different Island Living
Day 5
Palermo - Capital Lifestyle of Sicily
Day 6
Palermo - Layers of the Past
Day 7
Palermo - Immersion into the Ancient
Day 8
Taormina - Extravagance of the Past
Day 9
Taormina - Lively Cities and Landscape
Day 10
Taormina - Roaming the City Like an Ancient Citizen
Day 11
Milazzo - Subtly of Enchanting Islands
Day 12
Milazzo - Images of the Sea
Day 13
Milazzo - The Mainland Style
Trip Highlights
- Witness the rumbling and vibrant interior of an active volcano along the Aeolian archipelago
- Discover the sensational ruins of the Selinunte, one of the wealthiest and largest ancient cities of the Classical age
- Visit the vivacious and famous fish market of Catania to immerse yourself in the local lifestyle
- Traverse the streets of Syracuse for an in-depth view of the medieval and ancient history still visible across the cityscape
- Relish the finest of Italy trips with unforgettable scenery of the Amalfi Coast and enchanting towns peppering the cliffs and shores
- Visit a sensational Roman villa containing preserved mosaics rich with color and insight into the lifestyle of Roman settlements
- Explore the ornate architecture and lavish designs of the prevalent historical sites of Palermo
- Immerse yourself in the tranquil ambiance and gorgeous scenery of the Aeolian Islands
Detailed Description
Your 13-day Sicily and the Amalfi Coast tour is the journey of a lifetime, encompassing the immaculate shores and unique historical sites draped across the landscape. Your tour begins with your arrival at the airport in Naples. Your private transfer greets you at baggage claim and escorts you to the charming town of Sorrento, located across the water on the Bay of Naples. The next day, your private transfer meets you at the hotel and escorts you on a scenic drive along the celebrated Amalfi Coast. Visit the magnificent towns of Positano, Amalfi, and Ravello. Enjoy a hydrofoil ride to the island of Capri. Spend the day exploring the Mediterranean beauty of the island, from the scenery to the historic grounds of a villa that belonged to a Roman emperor. Consider reading some of our travelers' reviews of Sicily tours to further refine and perfect your own personalized Sicily itinerary.
You can even visit the famous Blue Grotto. Next, you make your way to the Naples airport for your flight to Palermo, where your private transfer awaits your arrival. Settle into a luxurious hotel in the heart of the city. The next day is yours for a full-day guided tour of Palermo. The historical and cultural details of the city are unforgettable and embody the distinct timeline of Sicily’s civilizations. Visit the ancient ruins at Segesta to view a tremendous display of Doric ruins. Continue to the medieval mountaintop town of Erice before arriving at your comfortable estate accommodation in Menfi, home of famous wines and celebrated olive oil.
Next, discover ancient ruins from the entire remnants of the Hellenistic town of Selinunte to the remaining temples at the Valley of the Temples outside of Agrigento. You visit the quaint town of Piazza Armerina and the nearby Roman Villa del Casale to view the vast preserved mosaics. Once in Taormina, you can stroll along the small town streets, relax with views of the Bay of Naxos, and even see the large antique Greek theater that remains in use during the summer. The following day takes you to the city of Catania to view the baroque structures and experience the marvelous contemporary culture of Sicily. Continue to the foothills of Mount Etna for insight into the volcanic history and fertile soil cast along the landscape.
Afterward, you make your way along the spectacular street of Syracuse to see how a city embraces foundations almost three millennia old and continues to blend its history and contemporary society seamlessly. You make your way to the Aeolian Island of Lipari by hydrofoil. The remainder of the day is at your leisure to delight in the gorgeous scenery and laid-back atmosphere of the island lifestyle. Relish a full day cruise to the Aeolian Islands to visit the sensational volcanic island of Stromboli. On your final day, you return to mainland Sicily, where your private transfer escorts you to the Catania airport for your flight home.
Starting Price
$5,900 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.
Reviews of Zicasso's Referral Service
4.9 stars based on 5884 reviews.
Communication from Zicasso's travel partner was best in class!!!! She was very quick, informative, and thorough.
The itinerary was excellent!! We enjoyed everything that was set up for us and the guides were excellent.
The only thing that was concerning was the crowds during this time. Next time, when we go to Northern Italy, we will go during a less crowded time.
Reviewed By DON P.
Everything scheduled by Zicasso's travel agency was perfect and exceeded our expectations!
Reviewed By Calissa S.
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!!
Reviewed By Sarah W.
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.
I would highly recommend (and have already) Zicasso!
Reviewed By Kimberly K.
From inception to execution to completion, everything went off without a hitch. We were worry-free throughout the entire process. Zicasso is the only way to plan a travel destination!
Reviewed By Susan R.
The trip was amazing and everything went according to plan (aside from the airline travel portion not included in this itinerary). Zicasso's travel agency did a fantastic job of setting up hotels that made sense and were at a level that we felt safe and clean.
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.
Reviewed By Jake W.