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Independent arrival at the hotel in Catania. Enjoy a welcome drink and dinner this evening. (D)

After a buffet breakfast, departure to Syracuse. Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site ‘Neapolis’. The visit of this archaeological area includes the famous Greek theatre, the Roman amphitheatre, the ‘Latomie of the Paradise’ and the ‘Dionysius Ear’. Continue to the Island of Ortygia, the small baroque old city centre of Syracuse. Free time for lunch. In the afternoon visit of the beautiful Cathedral, which was built upon the site of the Doric Temple of Minerva, the legendary Arethusa’s Fountain and the Temple of Apollo. Free time at disposal to stroll through the streets of the centre and for shopping. Return to your hotel in Catania. Evening at leisure to experience the city and its nightlife and to dine in one of the typical restaurants in the city centre. (B)

After a buffet breakfast, departure for a nice walking tour of Catania, stroll through the city centre with your professional guide who will charm you with the history of the city and visit the famous fish market ‘A PISCARIA’, one of the largest fish markets in Sicily. As old as the city itself, it’s a great way to experience the abundant fishing and seafood culture of Sicily, with a very special and authentic atmosphere. Here you will have the chance to taste the delights of typical Catania’s street food. Depart to Ragusa and visit the enchanting historical centre ‘Ibla’, with its stunning baroque palaces and churches, together with other seven cities in the Val di Noto, Ragusa is listed among the UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Ragusa is also renowned for its cheese production, and we will not miss a tasting of artisan cheeses. Continue to the hotel with free time to relax at the swimming pool or at the spa. Dinner at the hotel and overnight. (B, T, D)

After a buffet breakfast, departure to Agrigento, a hillside town famous for its magnificent Valley of the Temples, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visit of the Valley, including the Temple of Concordia, which is in almost perfectly preserved condition, the temples of Juno and Heracles. Free time at disposal for lunch. In the afternoon we’ll proceed to Marsala, a city on the western coast famous for its production of sweet Sicilian wine. Arrival at Baglio Oneto dei Principi di San Lorenzo Resort. Here we will do a tour of the resort's wineries, starting from the vineyards, where the whole winemaking process begins. We’ll explore the historic courtyard and the Palmento Room, where grapes were laid down in berries to be crushed before being transferred to barrels. We will visit the Ageing Cellar, a room that has never stopped keeping its fascinating atmosphere intact. We will taste 3 different fine wines. Free time to relax at the swimming pool or to enjoy magic sunset moments at your hotel. In the evening, we’ll reach Marsala city centre and have free time to discover the historical centre and to have dinner. Return to the hotel for overnight. (B, T)

After a buffet breakfast, departure to Erice, via the spectacular “Salt Route”, a road flanked by the salt pans, windmills, and the “salt houses” where they still extract the sea salt as the Phoenicians once did. Arrival in Erice, placed on the top of a hill overlooking the city of Trapani and the Egadi Islands. Walk through its tiny and characteristic streets, the winding lanes and inner courtyards. Stop for marzipan and biscuit tasting. Free time at disposal for lunch. Continue to Palermo, the capital of Sicily. We will visit the Cathedral, one of the most important architectural monuments. Continue the visit by walking along Corso Vittorio Emanuele to reach ‘I Quattro Canti di Città’ Piazza Pretoria, Piazza Bellini and visit the Martorana Church, one of the most beautiful churches in Palermo. We will then reach one of the most famous and historical markets in Palermo to experience the authenticity of this wonderful and colourful city. The tour ends with a taste of the delights of typical Palermo street food, renowned all over the world. Check into the hotel with free time for shopping and dinner. (B, T)

After buffet breakfast, end of the tour. (B)