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Highlights of Southern Italy and Sicily

10 days
Start and end in Rome
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16 traveler reviews
Highlights of Southern Italy and Sicily - Expat Explore Travel
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Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Guided in English
Group Size 20 - 50
Age range 10 to 75
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Highlights

  • Experience Rome, the ancient Italian capital
  • See Mt Vesuvius and explore the ruins of ancient Pompeii; a UNESCO World Heritage Site
  • Enjoy free days to explore the Amalfi Coast, Taormina and Palermo
  • See the iconic Trulli houses in Alberobello and the ancient cave city of Matera

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Start of tour in Rome
  2. Day 2 Rome - Pompeii - Amalfi Coast
  3. Day 3 Amalfi Coast: Free Day
  4. Day 4 Amalfi Coast - Matera - Alberobello
  5. Day 5 Alberobello - Taormina
  6. Day 6 Taormina: Free Day
  7. Day 7 Taormina - Syracuse - Agrigento
  8. Day 8 Agrigento - Cefalù - Palermo
  9. Day 9 Palermo: Free Day
  10. Day 10 End of tour in Rome
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  • Accommodation
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  • Transport

What's Not Included

  • Flights
  • Insurance
  • Optional
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Number of tours

88

Age Range

10 to 80 years old

Response time

8 hours

Response rate

88%

Expat Explore is one of the industry’s leading coach tour operators. Their core mission is #TravelMadePossible - to make travel fun, convenient and affordable for travellers from all over the world. They offer a selection of more than 60 itineraries that explore destinations across Europe, North...

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  • ML
    · October 3rd, 2024
    Excellent guide and driver from expat tours
    Expat Explore Travel commented on this review
    Thank you for your great feedback! We're happy to hear that you had an excellent experience with our on the road team. We look forward to welcoming you on another adventure soon!
    Trip date: September 2024
  • Highlights of Southern Italy and Sicily reviewer 2
    · September 22nd, 2024
    Not enjoyable at all
    Expat Explore Travel commented on this review
    Thank you for your feedback. We're sorry to hear that your experience didn't meet your expectations. If you'd like to share any further details or discuss your concerns, please don't hesitate to reach out to us. We appreciate your honesty as we strive... Show more
    Trip date: September 2024
  • AL
    · June 14th, 2024
    Tour guide Roma was great and kept us going Locations visited were all good, only long distance drives getting there. It would have been better to stay the night closer to visited destinations. Some of the hotel stays were a bit questionable and not as expected. Driver was also great.
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    Trip date: June 2024
  • GC
    · May 30th, 2023
    Need to work on getting hotels central to the city being visited. The hotel in Palermo was actually in an unsafe area. I realize this was a budget tour, but people on our trip were upset having to navigate to and from the sights of town. Need to implement a mask policy for individuals that are ill. We joined a tour group where people were visibly Ill , hacking up a lung! We were about 5-6 days in when we received the gift. It ruined the last days of our tour with Expat and our entire trip, 6 days of Florence. We are now back in Rome and still are sick. We had to beg for ventilation on the coach. It was always dead air! Other than at the front where the driver was sitting. I think if you provided better hotel locations you would receive better reviews. I know as a small business you don’t have the clout to get priority pricing, but you need to get out there and make some friends in the hotel industry. You know your not going to please everyone, but the hotel portion of the reviews is probably hurting your business., Noddy and our driver Franco were very professional ! Wishing you only the best! Greg Cannon
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    Trip date: May 2023
  • Highlights of Southern Italy and Sicily reviewer 5
    · May 15th, 2023
    I will not hesitate to take another trip with EXPAT again. Our tour leader, Vivian was excellent and our driver was skilled. We were busy and had a lot of walking, but we covered so much and saw so many things. My only concern was that we did not know the price of optional tours in advance, and had to pay in cash—Euros.
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    Trip date: March 2023
  • Highlights of Southern Italy and Sicily reviewer 6
    · October 30th, 2022
    I enjoyed the fact that we visited many different cities and sites. Vivien the tour leader was always upbeat and informative. The coach was roomie and clean and the driver was amazing
    Trip date: October 2022
  • MT
    · October 21st, 2022
    There is not enough space here to share my experience. NEVER AGAIN FOR TOUR RADAR. All hotels with the except of 2 were terrible, in bad locations. My day 1 of tour the bus driver was OFF! He had driven the N Italy tour and need a day of rest. This was my DAY 1 of S. Italy. Get a different driver. So we sat around hotel until Day 2 when we left. The BV Oly Hotel was a terrible location. You should warn people that there is a 1+ mile walk straight up to hotel. I was promised "Rome by Night" tour which never happened. We were told to walk back down the hill to Metro Station, which was not a good neighborhood. Go into city and return after dark the same route!!! Also, carrying my luggage to bus and back should not be a customer's job. Too many negative things with this trip. Long drives, long walking tours, too tiring. Subpar hotels located outside city: BV Oly, Central Park, D'Amato, I'll stick to Cosmos, Vacations to Go, and my other "budget" trips where you stay in hotels that are in the area you're visiting and are very above budget. Buses that TAKE you to events, dinners, and RETURN you to hotel. Telling you to take public transportation in a strange city is not how I travel.
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    Trip date: October 2022
  • Highlights of Southern Italy and Sicily reviewer 8
    · May 22nd, 2022
    We loved our guide Roma however the company did not protect us and we got Covid! I submitted a formal document from the testing center in the airport signed by a doctor and other people just showed an at home test with no proof when or where they took the test! We are now stuck in Rome unable to go home!
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    Trip date: May 2022
  • Highlights of Southern Italy and Sicily reviewer 9
    · April 26th, 2022
    This tour goes off the beaten path with southern Italy towns like Matera and Alberobello and traverses through Calabria into Beautiful Sicily with its own distinct vibe and delicious local cuisine. It covers a fair bit of ground ably led by the knowledgeable tour leader, Roma whose knowledge of this region is first-hand. However there is enough free time for solo travelers like me to do our own thing! The 4 included dinners could have been better if the main courses were not, for instance, aubergine/eggplant, something that is alien to western culture! Dario, the driver was excellent and safe. The hotels were so-so at best. The itinerary was good.
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    Trip date: April 2022
  • AC
    · October 28th, 2019
    Some accomodations are average so as the meals. Pls. Try to change accomodation in Rome.Hotel Regent is very disappointing
    Trip date: October 2019

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Highlights of Southern Italy and Sicily
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    • Are international flights included in the tour price?

      Whilst internal flights are covered for certain itineraries, you will have to make your way to the meeting point for the start of your tour. When booking flights be mindful of departure times and possible delays.
      Tip: We suggest that you start comparing prices the moment your deposit is paid to avoid costly flights.

    • Are young children allowed?

      We have a set minimum age of 10 for our tours, but we're happy to consider younger children on a case-by-case basis. Just let us know your request, and we'll do our best to accommodate it. Expat Explore reserves the right to accept or decline the request at our discretion. We want to ensure everyone has a great time exploring with us!

    • Can you cater for my dietary requirements?

      We make every effort to include local cuisine on our tours to ensure an authentic experience for you. You'll receive an email before the tour begins, where we'll ask for your dietary preferences. We always have a vegetarian option, and we'll work hard to accommodate any other dietary needs or preferences you may have.

    • Do I need to exchange cash before I leave?

      Contactless payment is widely accepted across Europe – it’s best to bring a payment card with no overseas withdrawal fees.
      * Keep in mind that certain optionals are payable in cash to your tour leader whilst on tour. We suggest that you talk to your Tour Leader about when & where to draw cash to pay for the optional excursions.

    • If I wish to stay longer in the start or end destination, will Expat Explore assist with pre/post-tour accommodation?

      While Expat Explore cannot assist with booking pre or post-tour accommodation, we recommend Booking.com for affordable accommodation options prior to and after the tour. If hotel information is available, we can provide you with the details in advance so that you can book accommodation at or nearby the start hotel. Please request this by sending a message through on the conversation page.

    • Can Expat Explore issue me with a visa?

      While Expat Explore endeavours to stay current on all major entry requirements, we are not a registered visa agent. We are, however, able to make things a little easier by providing you with the required supporting documents for a visa application once your tour is paid in full. It is a requirement of the embassies that tours are paid for in full before visa support documentation is requested and applications are made. When you have made the final payment for your booking, simply reach out to our Customer Support Team to request your visa support documents and confirm which embassy you will be applying to.

    • How much spending money do I need for my holiday?

      This is up to you and will vary depending on how much you wish to spend on snacks, drinks, souvenirs etc. We do not include entrance fees to attractions and museums. We do, however, provide you with free time to see everything you want, and our tour leaders will have all the information on pricing and locations so you can manage your own budget. Please refer to your tour-specific pre-departure information and optional excursions guide for further details.

    • Is travel insurance compulsory?

      It's your responsibility to arrange sufficient travel insurance for your trip. When you travel with Expat Explore, both you and your personal belongings do so at your own risk. A comprehensive insurance policy should cover medical expenses for illness or accidents before or during the holiday, as well as reimbursement for lost holiday funds due to cancellation, curtailment, or other insurable events. Make sure there are no exclusions that would limit coverage for the activities included in your tour.

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    • How fit do I need to be to join and what is the average age range?

      We embrace travelers of all ages and backgrounds, prioritizing attitude and mindset over age restrictions. However, our tours are fast-paced and jam-packed with experiences. Regrettably, individuals with mobility limitations or those using wheelchairs may find this tour challenging. Comfortable walking shoes are essential for exploring quaint towns and navigating cobblestone streets. We want every traveler to fully enjoy their journey, so we encourage reviewing the itinerary carefully before making your booking decision.

    • If I book a tour for two or more people, will we share the same room?

      When you book for more than one person, we will by default group you together in the same room(s), unless you request single supplements or specifically request us not to.

      If there are unequal numbers (3, 5, 7 etc.) then the remaining traveller will be roomed with another passenger of the same gender, unless you opt to add a single supplement (subject to availability) to your booking. Please note that minors under the age of 18 cannot share with another traveller outside of your group's booking.

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      • For any tour departing before February 20th, 2025 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after February 20th, 2025, a minimum payment of 10% is required to confirm your booking with Expat Explore Travel. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 60 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
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