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Grand Tours-
CAROUSEL TOUR -
CATANIA AND MALTA
7 NIGHTS PLUS 4 NIGHTS IN MALTA
11 NIGHTS – SATURDAY TO WEDNESDAY
STARTS IN CATANIA ENDS IN MALTA
HALF BOARD - PLUS LUNCH DAY 3, 6 AND DAY
11 - TOUR IS IN ENGLISH ONLY
DAY 1 to DAY 7 – ITINERARY AS PER Castello di Caccamo, Palermo
TOUR on page 3
DAY 8 SATURDAY GRAND TOUR A - PALERMO a light lunch with several samples of typically
Catania - Malta Sicilian appetizers. In the afternoon on to Noto
After breakfast, at the appointed time transfer one of the most beautiful cities in Sicily. A
from Taormina to Catania airport. Flight to 7 NIGHTS - SATURDAY TO SATURDAY UNESCO World Heritage Site full of baroque
Valletta, Malta’s Capital city. Dinner and STARTS IN PALERMO ENDS IN PALERMO splendour it is most famous for its fine
overnight in St Paul’s Bay. FULL BOARD - TOUR IS IN ENGLISH & SPANISH Cathedral. On to Ragusa for dinner and
overnight.
DAY 9 SUNDAY
Marsaxlokk market & the Blue Grotto DAY 1 SATURDAY DAY 5 WEDNESDAY
Depart for the idyllic fishing village of Palermo Ragusa – Modica – Agrigento
Marsaxlokk with its colourful luzzus and unique Arrival at Palermo. Transfer to hotel in Palermo Explore ancient Ragusa a city divided in 2 during
character to experience the local market. for welcome cocktail, dinner and overnight in the earthquake of 1693. Visit the historical centre
Continue the tour with a boat trip to the Blue Palermo. of “Ibla” with its stunning palaces and churches.
Grotto and nearby caves – weather permitting Depart for Modica famous for its churches and
(boat price not included). Explore Malta’s DAY 2 SUNDAY scenic squares as well as its production of
unspoilt village Qrendi. Return to hotel for din- Cefalu – Piazza Armerina – Catania area chocolate using ancient traditional methods.
ner and overnight at hotel. Depart for Cefalu a former fishing village, now Enjoy a chocolate tasting. Lunch in a local
a charming coastal resort with its imposing
DAY 10 MONDAY Norman Cathedral. Stroll through the ancient restaurant. After lunch continue to Agrigento and
a visit of the magnificent Valley of the Temples
Malta “Valletta” narrow streets and see the medieval wash-house which include the well-preserved Temple of
Depart for a morning tour of Valletta – Malta’s built into the rock. Carry on to Piazza Armerina. Concord plus Juno and Heracles – fine examples
heritage-rich capital. Highlights include the Lunch in a local restaurant. In the afternoon visit of Greek civilization. Dinner and overnight in
Upper Barracca Gardens and St John’s the world famous Villa Romana del Casale Agrigento..
Cathedral, home to a splendid Caravaggio UNESCO World Heritage Site housing the largest
painting as well as an intriguing museum. Visit collection of Roman mosaics in the world. DAY 6 THURSDAY
of the 16th Century Grand Master’s Palace offi- Continue to Catania. Dinner and overnight at Selinunte – Marsala – Palermo
cial home of Malta’s parliament. Take in the Viagrande near the Etna Park. Depart for a visit of the archaeological park at
sumptuous interior including the state rooms DAY 3 MONDAY Selinunte with its impressive Temples and
and impressive collection of armour and Acropolis. After the visit stop at a local
weaponry dating back to the 16th Century. Mt Etna – Taormina – Catania area farmhouse (famous for olive oil production) for
Weather conditions permitting, excursion to Mt
Return to hotel. Lunch and afternoon at leisure. olive oil tasting before having lunch. On to
Dinner and overnight at hotel. Etna the highest active volcano in Europe, to a Marsala on the west coast renowned for its
height of 1900 metres to visit the Sylvester
DAY 11 TUESDAY craters. Stop on the way in the village of production of sweet wine. Visit of the historical
Malta “Mdina” Zafferana Etnea “the city of honey” for a tast- centre and a prestigious winery to learn of its
Excursion to the medieval fortified city of Mdina ing. Back to your hotel for lunch. In the after- production and sample the end result. On to
– Malta’s former capital city. Proceed to the noon depart for the charming resort of Palermo for dinner and overnight.
cliffs at Dingli stopping en-route at the early Taormina founded in 400 BC wonderfully locat- DAY 7 FRIDAY
Christian catacombs in Rabat. After lunch pass ed on a hill-top overlooking the sea and Mt Palermo – Monreale
by the San Anton botanical gardens near the Etna. Time at leisure to explore this elegant Visit the city of Palermo one of the richest cities
Presidential Palace then spend some time at the resort and visit the breath-taking Roman-Greek on the island for history and art. Take in the
crafts centre at Ta’Qali and finish the tour admir- theatre. Dinner in a local restaurant in wonderful Arab-Norman Cathedral, Palatine
ing Mosta’s majestic dome. Dinner and Taormina’s historic centre. Overnight at Chapel and Quatro Canti. Lunch in a local
overnight at hotel. Viagrande near the Etna park restaurant. Proceed to Monreale for a visit of its
DAY 12 WEDNESDAY DAY 4 TUESDAY vast Norman Cathedral with its splendid cloister
After breakfast tour ends. Transfer to airport. Siracusa – Noto – Ragusa built in the 12th century and encrusted with
Depart for Siracusa. Visit the archaeological area magnificent mosaics. The remainder of the
including the Latomie of the Paradise and the afternoon is at leisure. Dinner and overnight in
Dyionisos “Ear”. Enjoy the historic baroque cen- Palermo.
tre Ortigia visiting the Cathedral and Arethusa DAY 8 SATURDAY
Fountain and Temple of Apollo. Continue
through the vibrant food market finishing in a After breakfast end of tour.
Sicilian street food delicatessen vintage shop for
Tradditional Dghajsa in Vittoriosa Marina, Malta Traditional salt ponds near Trapani
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