Highlights of Sicily + Sorrento
Moulded by the Italian, Greek, Arab, Spanish and French cultures, Sicily offers a charming mosaic of history, beauty and warmth.
Why not add a 7 night stay in Sorrento? Choose any of the hotels in Sorrento, if the prices for the combination of your choice are not shown on this page, please ask your reservations advisor for details.
On day 8 (Fri) of your holiday you will be transferred to your chosen hotel for a week's stay before returning to Naples airport for your flight home to the UK.
Sorrento with Vesuvius in the background
The Greco Amphitheatre at Taormina
Sicily's pretty coastline
Sorrento's marina
Lovely views across the bay
The Greek Theatre at Taormina
One of the mosaics at the Piazza Armerina
Enjoy a stroll through the streets
The picturesque marina
Selinunte
Some of the ruins at Agrigento
Italy's famous ice cream
Nearby Pompeii is a must
Sicily
Take aboat trip to Capri
Bay of Sorrento
Visit nearby Pompeii
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Your Itinerary
DAY 1: UK - Naples - Sorrento.
Fly to Naples where you will be met by our representative and transferred by coach to your hotel in Sorrento. (D)
DAY 2: Sorrento - Villa San Giovanni - Taormina area.
We travel through the wild and mountainous scenery of Italy's far south to board the ferry for the 45-minute crossing to Sicily. It is then a short coach journey to your hotel in the Taormina area. (B, D)
DAY 3: Taormina.
The day is yours to get your bearings and explore the beautiful resort of Taormina. For a breathtaking view of the coast and Mount Etna, head to the Piazza Nove Aprile, the heart of the town set spectacularly on a precipice overlooking the sea. You may wish to join us for an optional Sicilian evening. (B, D)
DAY 4: Taormina - Mount Etna - Syracuse.
Called 'Mountain of Mountains' by Sicily's Arab settlers, Europe's largest active volcano is an impressive sight, its towering peak rising up from a landscape of pine woods and citrus groves. Join us for an included visit, during which you can enjoy stunning views from the heights of the volcano and, if you choose, take an optional jeep ride (or cable car when operating) to approximately 7,500 feet.
DAY 5: Syracuse - Noto - Agrigento.
Today we travel south to the town of Noto a unique UNESCO heritage site, referred to as the Baroque Jewel and built on a plateau overlooking the citrus tree valley of Asinara. Then it's on past the sulphur mines of Caltanissetta to Agrigento's Valley of the Temples, one of Italy's most impressive archaeological sites. Your included sightseeing tour with a local guide will include visits to the exceptionally well preserved Greek Temple of Concord and the awe-inspiring Temple of Juno Lacinia. You will stay overnight in Agrigento. (B, D)
DAY 6: Agrigento - Selinunte - Palermo.
Our next stop is Selinunte, another of Sicily's fascinating heritage sites (entrance fee included). Much of the city still lies buried, but there are extensive remains to be explored, including the Acropolis, which has ruins of temples and fortifications, as well as the foundations of rows of shops. We then head north east to Sicily's capital, Palermo, where you will stay for the night. (B)
DAY 7: Palermo.
A full day to explore Sicily's busy and colourful capital, set in a valley called 'Conca d'Oro' (the 'Golden Shell'). In the afternoon, why not join our optional guided sightseeing tour for a more in-depth look at the city, which has a wealth of lovely squares and market places, churches and palaces? Also included is a visit to nearby Monreale with it's unique Arab-Norman style Cathedral. In the late afternoon, we head for the harbour to take the overnight ferry to Naples. (B)
DAY 8: Naples - Sorrento.
The ferry arrives in Naples in the early morning, after which you will transfer to your choice of hotel in the resort of Sorrento for a seven night stay. (D)
DAY 9 to 14: Sorrento. At Leisure.
Spend your time in Sorrento as you please. Take advantage of some of the optional excursions available or relax in your resort and enjoy the enchanting atmosphere. Sorrento is perfectly situated close to fascinating destinations such as Pompeii and the Amalfi Coast. (B, D)
DAY 15: Sorrento - Naples - UK.
Transfer to Naples airport for your flight to the UK. (B, D)
Hilton Sorrento Palace
The piano bar and lounge
The Pagoda restaurant by the pool
The bar
Part of the pool area
Pleasant outdoor eating
A standard bedroom
An Executive room is available at a supplement
The tennis court
View over the pool
The Cigar room
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Hilton Sorrento Palace
Set in extensive, well-kept Set in well-kept gardens surrounded by citrus groves, with beautiful views across the Bay of Naples, this large well-known hotel offers excellent amenities and can't fail to impress. You'll find plenty of things to occupy yourself with, and feel relaxed from the moment you unpack.
Location: 800 metres uphill from the town centre and 1 kilometre from the nearest beach.
Facilities: 6 cascading pools with free sunbeds, parasols and towels; poolside bar serving snacks; restaurant with buffet breakfast; à la carte restaurant; sun terrace; garden with orange and lemon groves; tennis court (charge for floodlights); small gym; lounge and piano bar; lifts; live music in the lounge most evenings and minibar in bedrooms.
Price includes: Bed and breakfast in a twin room with private facilities; balcony (with rear view); TV; air-conditioning (May to Sep) and safety deposit box.
Options: Sea view; executive room with sea view; Sole occupancy (rear view).
Official category: 4 star.
Highlights of Sicily + Sorrento 14 nights
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Highlights of Sicily + Sorrento
Price from £1335.00
Holiday Highlights
- Mount Etna Visit
- Noto Visit
- Agrigento Visit archaeological site
- Selinunte Visit to the Acropolis
- Overnight Ferry Palermo - Naples
Departures from
- Birmingham
- London Gatwick
- Manchester
- London Stansted
Departures between
01 Jun 2012 to 05 Oct 2012
NO HIDDEN EXTRAS: All prices shown include ALL compulsory charges (Fuel Supplement, Air Passenger Duty & Flight Supplement where applicable). Book with confidence: We are members of ABTA and all our air-inclusive holidays are financially protected by the Civil Aviation Authority under the ATOL scheme
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