Highlights of Southern Italy and Sicily Tour

Your luxurious 8-day adventure will begin with one night in the capital city of Rome. Upon your arrival, you will be led to your opulent accommodation in the heart of the city. When you are ready, you will be greeted by an expert guide before being led on a private tour of the ancient Colosseum and Roman Forum. It will be easy to visualize the ancient gladiator battles as you tour the rows of seating and arena floor. Nearby, the Roman Forum will provide you with a glance back in time to ancient Roman life. Intriguing ruins and age-old structures can be found around every turn, and by the end of your tour, you will feel entirely immersed in the culture and history of Rome.

After a fresh cup of coffee, you will board your private transfer and begin the scenic ride toward the Campania region of Italy and your next destination of Sorrento. Along the way to Sorrento, the ancient city of Pompeii will be an excellent place to stop and explore. Upon your arrival in Pompeii, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, an expert guide will greet you to begin your private tour. After your tour, you will continue your journey through Campania and arrive in Sorrento by evening.

In the morning, you will set out for the gorgeous island of Capri. A private guide will greet you upon your arrival to begin an engaging tour. Your guide will lead you to the Gardens of Augustus, which is a botanical garden with remarkable trees and flowers that is home to a spectacular view of the sea. Afterward, you will transfer to nearby Anacapri to witness the magnificent Villa San Michele. Your tour will end with an unforgettable visit to the Blue Grotto. Your small boat will enter the narrow opening, and once inside, you will be amazed by the beauty that surrounds you.

After a leisurely morning, you will board your private transfer and begin the scenic ride to the coastal city of Salerno. Your route will lead you through the remarkable village of Positano and along the Amalfi Coast. A brief stop in Positano will allow you to explore this cliffside village at your own pace. Afterward, you will continue the picturesque journey to Salerno. As your driver masterfully navigates the curving streets, the view of the coast and sea will be absolutely stunning. With the gorgeous sunset on the horizon, you will arrive at your luxurious hotel in Salerno, where you can explore this charming city to acquaint yourself with your new surroundings.

There will be time to discover a few more charming roads and wonderful sights of the city in the morning before you board the ferry at the port and embark on the enjoyable journey to the island of Sicily. From delicious meals to onboard entertainment, your ferry trip will be like a mini cruise. You will also have your own private cabin onboard, where you can relax and unwind as you wish. By the end of the day, you will reach your destination and set foot on the idyllic island of Sicily. Once you arrive at your luxurious accommodation, you can then begin to settle down for the night as another amazing day comes to a close.

After breakfast, you will be greeted by your expert guide, who will lead you on your private tour of the city’s highlights. As you begin to travel around the charming roads, you will first come to the breathtaking Palermo Cathedral. As you journey around the church, you will surely marvel intricate details of the basilica. Your guide will then lead you to the Palace of the Normans, which was the central location for Sicily’s kings for many years. As you tour the ancient palace, you will admire its courtyard and detailed stonework before being given the remainder of the evening to explore Positano at your leisure.

When you are ready, you will meet your private driver for a transfer to the intriguing city of Agrigento. Upon your arrival and after settling in to your accommodation, you will head out for a visit to the ancient Valley of the Temples, where an expert guide will lead you on an engaging tour. The Valley of the Temples is considered to be the best archeological site in all of Sicily in addition to being a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Temple of Concordia is one of the best-preserved temples around the site, and after a visit to a few more memorable temples, you will return to your hotel, where you can continue to discover more of this captivating city at your leisure.

The sunrise over Agrigento will be a beautiful sight on the final morning of your trip. There will be time for a relaxing stroll around the city to discover some of the artisan shops and to admire in the sights of Italy for one last time. After finding your last souvenir in a local boutique, you will return to your hotel, where a private transfer will lead you to Palermo Airport for your return flight.