From Sicily To Malta | Partially Guided Tour | 11 Days

DAY 1:                                   CATANIA 

Transfer to your hotel in the charming city of Catania. Enjoy a day at leisure. Overnight in Catania. 

DAY 2:                                   CATANIA – SYRACUSE – NOTO – RAGUSA 

After breakfast, depart for Syracuse to explore the Archaeological Park of Neapolis and Ortigia’s old town, including Piazza Duomo and its Cathedral. Continue to Noto, the Baroque “stone garden” and UNESCO site, before ending the day in Ragusa. Overnight in Ragusa. (B, D) 

DAY 3:                                   RAGUSA – MODICA – PIAZZA ARMERINA – AGRIGENTO 

After breakfast, visit Ragusa Ibla with its elegant churches and the Ibleo Garden, then continue to Modica to admire its UNESCO-listed Baroque treasures. Travel on to Piazza Armerina to explore the Villa Romana del Casale, famed for its late imperial mosaics, before transferring to Agrigento for overnight. (B, L, D) 

DAY 4:                                   AGRIGENTO – MARSALA – SALINE – PALERMO 

Breakfast at the hotel, then visit the Valley of the Temples, a UNESCO site with its famed ancient temples. Continue to Marsala for a visit and local wine tasting, then along the Via del Sale to see the salt pans and Stagnone Lagoon. Evening arrival in Palermo. Overnight in Palermo. (B) 

DAY 5:                                   PALERMO – MONREALE – PALERMO  

Breakfast in the hotel and departure to visit Monreale, with its impressive Arab-Norman Cathedral and stunning Cloister. Return to Palermo. This city preserves monuments of the Arab-Norman period, including the beautiful Cathedral, the fascinating Byzantine Church of the Martorana and the Palatine Chapel. Along the visit stop for a food surprise in a local bakery. Overnight in Palermo. (B, L) 

DAY 6:                                   PALERMO – CEFALU – CATANIA 

After breakfast, depart for Cefalù, a charming medieval seaside town with its Norman Cathedral and the Mandralisca Museum. Continue to Catania to explore its UNESCO-listed Baroque old town, including the lively fish market, Piazza del Duomo, and the lava stone Elephant. End the day with a tasting of granita and brioche before overnight in Catania. (B, L) 

DAY 7:                                   CATANIA – ETNA – TAORMINA – CATANIA 

After breakfast, visit Catania’s historic fish market before heading to Mount Etna, Europe’s highest active volcano and a UNESCO site. Stop at a beekeeping farm to learn about honey production and enjoy tastings of local products. Continue to Taormina to admire its Greco-Roman theatre, stunning sea views, and the Riviera dei Ciclopi, before returning to Catania for overnight. (B, L) 

DAY 8:                                   CATANIA – MALTA 

After breakfast, enjoy free time in Catania before a private transfer to the airport for your direct flight to Malta (tour continues without a tour leader). On arrival, transfer to your hotel for overnight. (B) 

DEPARTURES IN 2025:  

DAY 9:                                   MALTA (THE THREE CITIES – MARSAXLOKK – BLUE CAVE – DINGLI) 

Today’s full-day tour with a private driver and guide begins with The Three Cities-Senglea, Vittoriosa, and Cospicua-followed by a visit to Marsaxlokk, a charming fishing village with its colourful luzzi boats and lively market. Continue to Wied iz-Zurrieq for a sea excursion to the famous Blue Grotto, then drive through the Maltese countryside towards Dingli before returning to the hotel. (B) 

ALTERNATIVELY: COMINO – BLUE LAGOON – GOZO – THE CAVES OF MALTA by boat / motor ship (hotel in Malta) 

After breakfast, transfer to Bugibba for a mini cruise along Malta’s northern coast to Comino, with a stop at the Blue Lagoon to swim, sunbathe, or relax on board. Continue to Gozo for a 3-hour visit including Ta’ Pinu, Dwejra, Victoria’s Citadel, St. George’s Square, and the local market. Return via Comino’s caves before cruising back to Bugibba and transferring to your hotel. (B) 

DEPARTURES IN 2026:  

DAY 9: MALTA (SENGLEA – VITTORIOSA – COSPICUA – MARSAXLOKK – BLUE CAVE – DINGLI) 

After breakfast, enjoy a full-day tour with private driver and guide, visiting the Three Cities (Senglea, Vittoriosa, Cospicua), the fishing village of Marsaxlokk with its colourful luzzi boats, and Wied iz-Zurrieq for a boat trip to the Blue Cave. Continue through the Maltese countryside to Dingli before returning to your hotel for overnight. (B) 

ALTERNATIVELY: COMINO – GOZO 

After breakfast, enjoy a boat tour to Comino, the Blue Lagoon and Malta’s Caves. After breakfast, private transfer to Bugibba for a mini-cruise to Comino with a stop at the Blue Lagoon, followed by a 3-hour visit to Gozo: Ta’ Pinu, Dweira, Victoria and St. George’s Square. Return by boat with a final stop at Comino’ s caves, then transfer to hotel and overnight. (B) 

DAY 10:                                 MALTA (VALLETTA – MDINA) 

After breakfast, enjoy a guided tour of Valletta, visiting Casa Rocca Piccola, St. John’s Cathedral with Caravaggio’s masterpiece, the Barraca Gardens overlooking the harbour, and the Grand Master’s Palace. Continue to Mdina, the island’s former capital known as the “Silent City,” where you’ll stroll its narrow streets and admire panoramic views. Return to the hotel with the afternoon at leisure. (B) 

DAY 11:                                 MALTA 

After breakfast in hotel, check-out and end of our services. (B) 

ACCOMMODATION (OR SIMILAR): 

CATANIA: Il Principe Hotel, or Romano House Hotel  

RAGUSA: Mediterraneo Palace Hotel  

AGRIGENTO: Baia di Ulisse Wellness & Spa  

PALERMO: Mercure Palermo Centro, or Ibis Styles Palermo Cristal  

MALTA: Hotel Argento St Julians, or Seashells Resort at Suncrest  

INCLUDES: 

In Sicily 

• Private arrival transfer from Catania Airport or Catania Railway Station to hotel in Catania
• Multilingual tour leader
• Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle from day 2 to day 7
• Local guided or audio guides when necessary
• 7 nights accommodation in 4* hotels
• Meals as per itinerary
• Sightseeing tours in Syracuse, Noto, Ragusa, Piazza Armerina, Agrigento, Monreale, Palermo, Cefalu, Catania, Etna, and Taormina
• Typical product tastings:
  • Modica (day 3): visit to the famous Sabadì chocolate shop with tasting
  • Marsala (day 4): visit to the Florio wine cellar with tasting
  • Palermo (day 5): gastronomic surprise with street food tasting
  • Catania (day 6): granita and brioche tasting
  • Etna (day 7): visit to a honey factory tasting typical Etna products
• Private transfer from hotel to-Catania Airport

In Malta 

• 3 nights accommodation in 4* hotels
• Meals as per itinerary
• Direct flight Catania to Malta with 23 kilos of luggage included
• Private transfer from Malta Airport to hotel
• Private full day tour of Senglea, Vittoriosa, Cospicua, Marsaxlokk, the Blue Grotto, and Dingli (this tour may be substituted for a full day tour of Comino and Gozo)
• Private half day tour of Valletta

EXCLUDES: 

• Departure transfer in Malta*
• Meals not specified above
• Beverages
• Entrance fees to monuments/museums in Sicily*
• City taxes*
• Tips and extras in general
• Hotel taxes, service charges and tips for baggage handling
• Anything not specified under “Includes”

*Not included unless you have pre-purchased the privilege package at the time of booking. 

OPTIONAL ADD-ON: PRIVILEGE PACKAGE 

Silver 

• City taxes
• All entrance fees as per program in Sicily

Gold 

• Private departure transfer (Pick-up between 07:00-20:59 only. Transfers outside of these times will incur a surcharge. This will be advised upon confirmation.)
• City taxes
• All entrance fees as per program in Sicily

Platinum 

• Upgrade to Superior/Deluxe rooms
• Private departure transfer (Pick-up between 07:00-20:59 only. Transfers outside of these times will incur a surcharge. This will be advised upon confirmation.)
• City taxes
• All entrance fees as per program in Sicily

Privilege packages are available on request for an additional cost and will be indicated in the booking if selected. 

 
THINGS TO NOTE: 

• Hotel rooms may not be available for check-in before 2:00 p.m.
• Tour can be a combination of regular tours; therefore, coach changes may be required. The same people may not be travelling throughout the tour.
• Entrance fees to sights are not included and are to be paid locally, unless you have pre-booked the Privilege Package before departure
• On Day 9 in Malta, you can choose between two tours: the Three Cities – Marsaxlokk – Blue Cave – Dingli tour, or the Comino – Blue Lagoon – Gozo – Caves of Malta boat tour. Please confirm your choice upon booking. (only applicable for departures in 2025)

• On Day 9 in Malta, you can choose between two tours: Senglea – Vittoriosa – Cospicua – Marsaxlokk – Blue Grotto – Dingli or Comino – Gozo. Please confirm your choice upon booking. (only applicable for departures in 2026)
• A government tourist tax may need to be paid locally upon arrival at your hotels.
• For organizational reasons, or due to force majeure, the itinerary may be modified.
• Please note the tour operator is not responsible for any disruption due to weather and sea conditions concerning all hydrofoil and ferry crossings among the islands.
• Only 1 suitcase (maximum 23kg for the Catania to Malta flight) and 1 handbag per person is allowed.