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Sicilian Pearls: Palermo-Catania (5 days/4 nights)

5 days
From Palermo to Catania
4.1
9 traveler reviews
Sicilian Pearls: Palermo-Catania (5 days/4 nights) - Destination Italia
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Tour Operator:
Destination Italia
Max group size:
50
Age range:
6 to 85
Operated in:
English
Tour id:
140651
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Highlights

  • Explore Monreale's Arab-Norman Cathedral
  • Discover Palermo's rich historical sites
  • Stroll through Catania's UNESCO-listed center
  • Witness Etna's breathtaking volcanic landscape
  • Tour Taormina's ancient Greco-Roman theatre

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 (Tuesday): PALERMO
  2. Day 2 (Wednesday): PALERMO - MONREALE - PALERMO
  3. Day 3 (Thursday): PALERMO - CEFALÙ - CATANIA
  4. Day 4 (Friday): CATANIA - ETNA - TAORMINA - CATANIA
  5. Day 5 (Saturday): CATANIA
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  • Transport

What's Not Included

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  • Insurance
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4.0
(156 reviews)

Number of tours

48

Age Range

3 to 80 years old

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Customer Reviews

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    Excellent
    4.1
  • Itinerary
    Excellent
    4.1
  • Guide
    Excellent
    4.6
  • Transport
    Excellent
    4.1
  • Accommodation
    Good
    3.9
  • Food
    Good
    3.7
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  • BR
    · October 10th, 2019
    The itinerary was great, but I think a bit much per 4 days. The guide walked and talked too fast, and was not very personable
    Trip date: October 2019
  • Sicilian Pearls: Palermo-Catania (5 days/4 nights) reviewer 2
    · October 6th, 2019
    The coach could be better
    Destination Italia commented on this review
    Dear client, thanks for your feedback. I will report your comments to our local supplier. Best wishes, Giorgio - Gartour by Destination Italia
    Trip date: September 2019
  • JM
    · July 25th, 2019
    We were a bit reluctant to go on a group tour. However, we found that we thoroughly enjoyed the tour and appreciated the additional knowledge of our guide which we would not have accessed if we travelled independently. The tour was well organised, interesting and was a very efficient way to see many different sites in a short space of time. The hotels were impressive and comfortable. We would strongly recommend this tour as an ideal way of seeing what Sicily offers in a short space of time.
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    Destination Italia commented on this review
    Dear Julie, many thanks for your great review! We get so proud when we hear such a happy client! Looking forward to having you on board again, we send you our biggest 'grazie', Giorgio - Gartour by Destination Italia
    Trip date: July 2019
  • Sicilian Pearls: Palermo-Catania (5 days/4 nights) reviewer 4
    · July 14th, 2019
    Great variety excellent guide great people
    Destination Italia commented on this review
    Dear Annette, many thanks for your review. We get so happy when one of our customers is fully satisfied. Best wishes, Giorgio - Gartour by Destination Italia
    Trip date: July 2019
  • RL
    · July 11th, 2019
    Placido was excellent Very knowledgeable, patient, energetic and enthusiastic. All the places were amazing and the extra guides in Agrigento, Lorenzo were also excellent. The food in a couple of the Hotels was a little disappointing. The bus driver Angelo also very very good. I do feel the bus and how people chose their seats was not organized. I have been on other tours where seats were rotated to make it fair so that the same people not stuck in the back.
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    Trip date: June 2019
  • RC
    · June 13th, 2019
    Highly recommended, but the last hotel Romano House in Catania could improve their service
    Destination Italia commented on this review
    Dear Reinhard, we're so happy to hear your enthusiastic review! Looking forward to having you on board again, we send you our biggest 'grazie'
    Trip date: June 2019
  • Sicilian Pearls: Palermo-Catania (5 days/4 nights) reviewer 7
    · June 12th, 2019
    Included destinations were a "must-see" for a comprehensive tour of Sicily. I feel it should have been more spread out by 1 or 2 days so as not to feel so rushed; some days with too many hours on the bus and too early a start in the day. Placido was a very good guide. His flluency in English was very good albeit sometimes difficult to understand ( pronunciation.) Also, perhaps too much detail in historical context for the casual (non-academic) tourist. The included dinner in Pallermo, by general consensus of the tour members, was not good. Many dinners left unfinished on the table...warm pasta with fish. The hotel in Agrigento was marvelous!
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    Trip date: May 2019
  • CA
    · June 9th, 2019
    Our guide was very knowledgeable and organised the tour with professional competence.
    Destination Italia commented on this review
    Dear Craig, thank you very much for your great review! We get so proud when we hear such a happy client. And we keep on working to select the best guides and local suppliers. Grazie mille!
    Trip date: June 2019
  • LB
    · June 5th, 2019
    Hotels were not 4 star. One was like a motel 6. Changing hotels every day is drudgery, but I understand there is not that much to see for 2 days in same place. Most meals were average or less
    Trip date: May 2019

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Sicilian Pearls: Palermo-Catania (5 days/4 nights)
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    • Can I choose to skip certain activities during the tour?

      Yes, guests can opt out of certain activities and make their own plans, just be aware of missed meals included in the tour.

    • How do I arrange for airport transfers?

      Airport transfers can be organized as part of your booking, with specific prices provided for arrival and departure.

    • What type of transport is provided during the tour?

      Comfortable coaches or vans are usually provided for all transfers and tours included in the itinerary.

    • Are there any restrictions regarding visas for the tour?

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    • What is the walking difficulty level for this tour?

      The tour is categorized as having a medium difficulty level, with some days requiring walking on uneven surfaces.

    • Can I customize my travel dates or activities?

      We allow some customization of your itinerary based on your preferences and requests, subject to planning.

    • What meal options are included during the tour?

      Typically, breakfast is included in your stay, along with some lunch and dinner options specified in the itinerary.

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      While not mandatory, travel insurance is highly recommended to cover any unexpected issues that may arise.

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