A Private Journey with Local Hosts through Southern Italy and Malta including the Amalfi Coast, Capri, Pompeii, Sicily and the Island Nation of Malta
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Tour Code: TUR-01257
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Type: Private
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Duration: 14 days
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Departs from: Naples
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Meeting Place: Airport
Overview
Arriving in Naples, you'll be transferred to the Amalfi Coast where you will be based in beautiful Sorrento.
Over the next four days, discover the natural beauty of this amazing UNESCO heritage site. During your time here you will discover the towns along the Amalfi Coast, including Ravello and its beautiful gardens with their stunning views down the cliff face and out over the sea; the island of Capri and the ruins of Pompeii.
From Naples, fly down to Sicily where you will visit the unique Arab-Norman city of Palermo, the cathedrals of Cefalù and Monreale, the wonderful Greek ruins of Toarmina, Agrigento and Siracusa, the Baroque architecture of the Noto Valley and the beautiful Lo Zingaro nature reserve.
From Sicily, take the ferry to the island of Malta, lying on the edge of Europe, between Sicily and Africa. Malta is famed for its wonderful beaches, fortifications and relaxed atmosphere, so is the perfect place to end your vacation.
This itinerary is just a sample and can be customized to suit you.
Itinerary

Where we Visit : Amalfi Coast, | Meeting Location : Airport
Settle into your hotel, relax and discover the local area this evening.
Overnight at the hotel.

Where we Visit : Capri,
While you tour around the islands, aboard the boat you will enjoy some Italian panini, beverages and light snacks.
Time and weather permitting today you will visit the Blue Grotto, however because of extremely long-line ups sometimes it is not possible.
Return to the hotel in the evening for dinner at leisure and overnight.

Where we Visit : Amalfi Coast,
Your local driver will meet you at the hotel in the morning and take you on a tour of Italy's most famous road. As you pass along the Amalfi Coast, you will stop at the towns you pass and have time to explore them on your own, including Amalfi with its beautiful cathedral, Ravello and the gardens of Villa Cimbrone and Rufolo and Positano. Overnight at the hotel. |

Where we Visit : Palermo, Pompeii,
Upon arriving your driver will be waiting you to privately transfer you to the beautiful hotel in Palermo.
Dinner at leisure in Palermo and overnight.

Where we Visit : Palermo,
Time for shopping and lunch in Palermo, experience the market and savor a number of Palermitano specialty foods.
Return to Palermo in the evening for time at leisure.

Where we Visit : Mondello,
This morning we depart to Mondello for Erice where you will have time to visit the town which offers truly beautiful views over the valley below. In the afternoon we head to Lo Zingaro nature reserve and San Vito Lo Capo with castellammare del Golfo. Return to Mondello in the afternoon for free time and dinner at leisure. |

Where we Visit : Agrigento,
This morning we depart for Agrigento where you will experience the Valley of Temples, some of the most well preserved Greek temples in the world. Last night in Palermo before changing hotel tomorrow. |

Where we Visit : Erice,
This morning after a delicious buffet breakfast at the hotel we head to Taormina on Sicily's eastern Coast, stopping firstly in magnificent Cefalu which makes an excellent stop for lunch and sightseeing and Tindari with its magnificent views over the coat. Following lunch we continue on to Taormina, where you will have time to enjoy time at leisure. Overnight in Taormina. |

Where we Visit : Mt. Etna,
On the way down, driving through the Etna winery we head to a great winery known as Gambino where you will have the opportunity to taste a variety of wonderful wines from the area and local Sicilian delicacies.
Following lunch, we head to the coastal town of Siracusa, which is world famous for being one of the largest Greek settlements outside of Greece.
Time to enjoy Siracusa at leisure before heading back to Taormina.

Where we Visit : Taormina, Malta,
On the way you will have an option to either have a food tour of Catania, time at leisure in Siracusa, Ragusa or Modica or a tour of Noto. You can decide this while planning you trip with us as there are usually two ferry options to Malta, one at 7pm and one at 9:30pm

Where we Visit : Malta,
Return in the afternoon to the hotel for time at leisure.

Where we Visit : Gozo,
We include transportation and lunch on-board.
Return to the hotel in the later afternoon for time at leisure and overnight.

Where we Visit : Malta,

Where we Visit : Malta,
Conclusion of our services in Malta.
Inclusions/Exclusions
Tour Highlights and What's Included
24-hour emergency service
Daily Buffet Breakfast
Detailed explanation of sites
Ferry tickets
Full day excursion to Capri
Local English speaking Driver Guide
Road Tolls
Transportation in luxury vehicle
Visit to Pompeii with entrance fees included
What's Not Included
Everything not clearly specified under “rates includeâ€.
Gratuities of any type
International fights
Travel Insurance
Pricing & Availability
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Starting From : EUR 4650
(Pricing is per person based on 2 pax traveling)
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