Southern Italy and Sicily (11 Days starting from $1,999)

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Southern Italy and Sicily
11 Days starting from $1,999

Countries Visited:
Italy

Length:	11 Days
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Operator:	Collette
Tour Code:	3336

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About This Tour

Discover Sicily, the crossroads of civilizations, where Moorish and Norman influences intertwine in the architecture and Greek and Roman ruins stand guard on the hillsides and valleys. Travel off the beaten path through the beautiful and unspoiled region of Calabria in southern Italy. Explore the stunning Amalfi coast and Sorrento. Walk in the footsteps of ancient Romans in haunting, evocative Pompeii.

What's Included
Itinerary
Dates & Prices
Sightseeing Highlights
Additional Details

Enjoy the services of a professional tour manager who accompanies you throughout your trip.

Meals
9 Breakfast(s), 6 Dinner(s) including local wines

Hotel Accommodations:
Listed below or equivalent. Rooms with private bath or shower, hotel taxes, porterage, tips, and service charges

PALERMO Grand Albergo Sole or Centrale Palace Hotel
AGRIGENTO Hotel Della Valle
GIARDINI NAXOS Hellenia Yachting Hotel or Hotel Giardino dei Greci

SALERNO Grand Hotel Salerno

ROME Hotel Cardinal St. Peter's or Nova Domus

On some dates alternate hotels may be used. Add a post night stay in Rome. Prices start at $185 per person.

Complimentary hotel-to-hotel baggage handling.
Sightseeing
Private transportation via a deluxe, climate-controlled motorcoach

Day 1
Overnight Flight
Join Collette Vacations in exploring the hidden treasures of southern Italy and Sicily. Enjoy breathtaking scenery, historic cities, centuries old hilltop villages, and wonderful cuisine. Your journey begins with an overnight flight to Palermo.

Day 2
Palermo, Sicily - Tour Begins
Your tour begins in Palermo, the capital of Sicily. This evening, join your fellow travelers for a special welcome dinner at a local restaurant featuring traditional Sicilian cuisine.

Day 3
Palermo - Monreale - Agrigento
LANGUAGE DISCOVERY: Today, your Tour Manager will help you discover the origin and history of the language(s) you will experience on your tour along with key words and phrases that will help you communicate with the locals. A Palermo cultural tour features the lovely squares of Quattro Canti, Piazza Pretoria and Piazza Bellini. Note the exotic mixture of Moorish, Norman and Spanish Baroque styles that make this city special. You also see the Palace of the Normans, La Martorana Church, and the Cathedral, which houses the Imperial Crown of Constance of Aragon in its treasury. In the nearby town of Monreale, visit the 12th century Cathedral with its dazzling interior of multicolored marbles, paintings, mosaics and cloisters. Depart Palermo for Agrigento later this afternoon.

Day 4
Agrigento
Start your day at the stunning Valley of the Temples, one of the most important archeological sites in the world and a UNESCO World Heritage site. From ancient times to the present day, the Valley of the Temples’ ruins, landscape and colors have inspired poets, writers and painters. Here you get an up-close view of the temples of Juno, Concordia, Hercules and Jupiter. Learn about ancient Greek cultures when you visit the Archeological Museum, known for its extensive collection of Greek vases, statues and other important artifacts.

Day 5
Agrigento - Piazza Armerina - Mt. Etna - Giardini-Naxos
Depart Agrigento today and travel to the central part of Sicily, arriving in the town of Piazza Armerina. Here you pay homage to the Roman past at Villa Casale, which houses one of the most incredible collections of ancient mosaics in the world. Later, visit Mt. Etna Volcano National Park to see the spectacular landscapes sculpted by nature. Arrive in Giardini Naxos, the “garden of Sicily” and your home for the next two nights.

Day 6
Giardini Naxos - Taormina - Giardini Naxos
This morning you visit beautiful Taormina, known for its charming atmosphere, significant monuments and flowering gardens. Enjoy viewing the Greek Amphitheater, Corso Umberto and the bountiful Public Gardens. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure to further explore this delightful town.

Day 7
Giardini Naxos - Salerno
Today, travel to Messina where you will take a short ferry to Villa San Giovanni on the mainland of Italy. Travel northward through the beautiful and unspoiled region of Calabria and into Campania, arriving later this afternoon in the seaside town of Salerno, famous for its Allied landings during WWII.

Day 8
Salerno - Sorrento - Amalfi Coast - Salerno
Begin your day exploring the popular seaside resort town of Sorrento. Visit local artisans and watch them demonstrate the art of inlaid wood making. Next, travel the breathtaking Amalfi Coast, where the Mediterranean Sea and mountains meet. Upon arriving in Amalfi, you will have free time to explore the town square, ceramic shops and cafes. Enjoy a visit to one of the coast’s family-owned Limoncello factories to learn how this lemon-flavored liqueur is made and to sample the delicious results.

Day 9
Salerno - Pompeii - Rome
Travel towards the Bay of Naples and experience the excavated ruins of Pompeii at the foothills of Mount Vesuvius. Soak in the history of the preserved original buildings of a typical Roman town 2,000 years ago. A local guide will provide an in-depth view of this remarkable archeological sight. Later, travel to Rome, the magnificent capital of Italy.

Day 10
Rome
Begin your day with an optional tour to the “Magnificent Treasures of the Vatican Museums.” Later, enjoy a tour of Classical Rome featuring the Piazza Venezia, the Roman Forum, the Circus Maximus, the Colosseum, and the Arch of Constantine. Contemporary Rome is also highlighted through the famous Trevi Fountain. Tonight you will celebrate the end of your journey with a farewell dinner at a popular local restaurant.

Day 11
Rome - Depart for Home
Your tour ends today, leaving you with many pleasant memories of a wonderful vacation.

Day 1
Overnight Flight
Join Collette Vacations in exploring the hidden treasures of southern Italy and Sicily. Enjoy breathtaking scenery, historic cities, centuries old hilltop villages, and wonderful cuisine. Your journey begins with an overnight flight to Palermo.

Day 2
Palermo, Sicily - Tour Begins
Your tour begins in Palermo, the capital of Sicily. This evening, join your fellow travelers for a special welcome dinner at a local restaurant featuring traditional Sicilian cuisine.

Day 3
Palermo - Monreale - Agrigento
LANGUAGE DISCOVERY: Today, your Tour Manager will help you discover the origin and history of the language(s) you will experience on your tour along with key words and phrases that will help you communicate with the locals. A Palermo cultural tour features the lovely squares of Quattro Canti, Piazza Pretoria and Piazza Bellini. Note the exotic mixture of Moorish, Norman and Spanish Baroque styles that make this city special. You also see the Palace of the Normans, La Martorana Church, and the Cathedral, which houses the Imperial Crown of Constance of Aragon in its treasury. In the nearby town of Monreale, visit the 12th century Cathedral with its dazzling interior of multicolored marbles, paintings, mosaics and cloisters. Depart Palermo for Agrigento later this afternoon.

Day 4
Agrigento
Start your day at the stunning Valley of the Temples, one of the most important archeological sites in the world and a UNESCO World Heritage site. From ancient times to the present day, the Valley of the Temples’ ruins, landscape and colors have inspired poets, writers and painters. Here you get an up-close view of the temples of Juno, Concordia, Hercules and Jupiter. Learn about ancient Greek cultures when you visit the Archeological Museum, known for its extensive collection of Greek vases, statues and other important artifacts.

Day 5
Agrigento - Piazza Armerina - Mt. Etna - Giardini-Naxos
Depart Agrigento today and travel to the central part of Sicily, arriving in the town of Piazza Armerina. Here you pay homage to the Roman past at Villa Casale, which houses one of the most incredible collections of ancient mosaics in the world. Later, visit Mt. Etna Volcano National Park to see the spectacular landscapes sculpted by nature. Arrive in Giardini Naxos, the “garden of Sicily” and your home for the next two nights.

Day 6
Giardini Naxos - Taormina - Giardini Naxos
This morning you visit beautiful Taormina, known for its charming atmosphere, significant monuments and flowering gardens. Enjoy viewing the Greek Amphitheater, Corso Umberto and the bountiful Public Gardens. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure to further explore this delightful town.

Day 7
Giardini Naxos - Salerno
Today, travel to Messina where you will take a short ferry to Villa San Giovanni on the mainland of Italy. Travel northward through the beautiful and unspoiled region of Calabria and into Campania, arriving later this afternoon in the seaside town of Salerno, famous for its Allied landings during WWII.

Day 8
Salerno - Sorrento - Amalfi Coast - Salerno
Begin your day exploring the popular seaside resort town of Sorrento. Visit local artisans and watch them demonstrate the art of inlaid wood making. Next, travel the breathtaking Amalfi Coast, where the Mediterranean Sea and mountains meet. Upon arriving in Amalfi, you will have free time to explore the town square, ceramic shops and cafes. Enjoy a visit to one of the coast’s family-owned Limoncello factories to learn how this lemon-flavored liqueur is made and to sample the delicious results.

Day 9
Salerno - Pompeii - Rome
Travel towards the Bay of Naples and experience the excavated ruins of Pompeii at the foothills of Mount Vesuvius. Soak in the history of the preserved original buildings of a typical Roman town 2,000 years ago. A local guide will provide an in-depth view of this remarkable archeological sight. Later, travel to Rome, the magnificent capital of Italy.

Day 10
Rome
Begin your day with an optional tour to the “Magnificent Treasures of the Vatican Museums.” Later, enjoy a tour of Classical Rome featuring the Piazza Venezia, the Roman Forum, the Circus Maximus, the Colosseum, and the Arch of Constantine. Contemporary Rome is also highlighted through the famous Trevi Fountain. Tonight you will celebrate the end of your journey with a farewell dinner at a popular local restaurant.

Day 11
Rome - Depart for Home
Your tour ends today, leaving you with many pleasant memories of a wonderful vacation.

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2/26/2009 - 3/8/2009	$1,999	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
3/5/2009 - 3/15/2009	$1,999	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
3/12/2009 - 3/22/2009	$1,999	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
3/19/2009 - 3/29/2009	$1,999	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
3/26/2009 - 4/5/2009	$1,999	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
4/2/2009 - 4/12/2009	$2,049	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
4/16/2009 - 4/26/2009	$2,049	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
4/18/2009 - 4/28/2009	$2,049	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
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5/7/2009 - 5/17/2009	$2,249	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
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7/16/2009 - 7/26/2009	$2,049	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
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8/20/2009 - 8/30/2009	$2,049	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
8/27/2009 - 9/6/2009	$2,049	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
9/3/2009 - 9/13/2009	$2,249	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
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9/17/2009 - 9/27/2009	$2,249	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
9/24/2009 - 10/4/2009	$2,249	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
10/1/2009 - 10/11/2009	$2,249	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
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10/15/2009 - 10/25/2009	$2,249	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
10/22/2009 - 11/1/2009	$2,249	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
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11/5/2009 - 11/15/2009	$2,199	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
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11/12/2009 - 11/22/2009	$2,099	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
1/28/2010 - 2/7/2010	$1,949	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
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Know Before You Go... Single accommodations are limited and are available on a first come, first served basis. Vatican Museums are not available Saturday afternoons and Sundays. Passport & Visa Information Certain countries require a minimum of 6 months passport validity. You are strongly urged to contact the appropriate consulate for details. Visit www.travel.state.gov for the U.S. State Department for the latest details about passports and visa requirements. IMPORTANT: We recommend that our clients traveling abroad take a photocopy of their passport and applicable visas. It should be packed separately from your actual passport and visa. We also recommend leaving a copy at home with your emergency contact. Time Zone Italy is 6 hours ahead of Eastern Standard Time. Electricity An adaptor (which changes the physical plug) and/or converter (which changes the electric current) are necessary if you plan to use an appliance with voltage different from the standard within the country you are visiting. Please note, if your appliance has dual voltage you may still need an adaptor for the plug. Voltage for Europe is 220. Elevation Elevation on this tour will not exceed 6,300 feet (Etna).

Enjoy exploring the beautiful island of Sicily, the crossroads of civilization.

Ancient Greek culture comes to life during a guided tour of the Agrigento's Valley of the Temples.

Spend a day exploring the jewel of Sicily, the historic hill top town of Taormina.

Stay two nights on the breathtaking Amalfi Coast, where the Mediterranean Sea and mountains meet.

History comes alive during a guided visit to the ancient Roman city of Pompeii.

Rome sightseeing includes the Roman Forum, the Vatican and the famous Colosseum.

Enjoy regional Italian wines with every dinner.

Know Before You Go...

Single accommodations are limited and are available on a first come, first served basis.

Vatican Museums are not available Saturday afternoons and Sundays.

Passport & Visa Information
Certain countries require a minimum of 6 months passport validity. You are strongly urged to contact the appropriate consulate for details. Visit www.travel.state.gov for the U.S. State Department for the latest details about passports and visa requirements.

IMPORTANT: We recommend that our clients traveling abroad take a photocopy of their passport and applicable visas. It should be packed separately from your actual passport and visa. We also recommend leaving a copy at home with your emergency contact.

Time Zone
Italy is 6 hours ahead of Eastern Standard Time.

Electricity
An adaptor (which changes the physical plug) and/or converter (which changes the electric current) are necessary if you plan to use an appliance with voltage different from the standard within the country you are visiting. Please note, if your appliance has dual voltage you may still need an adaptor for the plug. Voltage for Europe is 220.

Elevation
Elevation on this tour will not exceed 6,300 feet (Etna).

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