12D11N · Group Tours · Italy

In the morning, explore the Old Town of Palermo at leisure. Pause here and visit the culturally vibrant Old Town Fish Market with curiosity. See the famous Quattro Canti (Four Corners), the Palazzo dei Normanni (Royal Palace) with a history of 1,200 years (exterior), and the renowned Teatro Massimo in Europe (exterior), among other attractions. Afterwards, assisted by the guide, you will be transferred to the airport according to your flight time, concluding this wonderful journey.
Important Notes:
1.The day’s itinerary does not include airfare from Palermo back to your place of residence. Please arrange and purchase flights according to your own schedule. There will be no guide accompanying you during the flight. The tour company provides one group transfer to the airport, departing at 16:00 local time.
2.All major attractions in Palermo’s Old Town are located within the ZTL (Limited Traffic Zone), where vehicles are prohibited. No transportation will be available on the day. Thanks to the convenient hotel location, all attractions are accessible on foot. The entire day’s exploration in Palermo will be on foot, with a total walking distance of approximately 3–4 km. We recommend wearing light, comfortable clothing and shoes.

In the morning, proceed to Cefalù and stroll through this lovely seaside town in Sicily.

Then proceed to the ancient Greek town of Agrigento, and visit the old town of Agrigento and the Valley of the Temples, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Then proceed to Catania and check in at the hotel.

In the morning, visit Syracuse, the small town where the film Malèna (The Legend of a Sicilian Beauty) was filmed. It is also the hometown of the great Greek philosopher, mathematician and physicist Archimedes.
We will visit Castello Maniace, Fonte Aretusa, Ortigia Island, and Cathedral Square of Ortigia.

Then return to Catania and stroll around the city at leisure.
With its elegant buildings, wide avenues, and the glistening Ionian Sea, the city boasts a unique charm.

After breakfast, proceed to Mount Etna, a World Natural Heritage Site. You may freely explore the surrounding volcanic landscapes, or take the cable car to the summit of Mount Etna at your own expense.
Then proceed to the town of Taormina and visit Piazza IX Aprile and the Greek Theatre. Return to the hotel for the night.
Note:
The cable car will be suspended and the summit inaccessible if safety cannot be guaranteed due to volcanic ash, weather conditions, maintenance, or other factors.
This tour does not include the cable car fee for ascending Mount Etna.
The guide may flexibly adjust the itinerary according to the temperature:
Summer: Mount Etna in the morning, Taormina in the afternoon.
Winter: Taormina in the morning, Mount Etna in the afternoon.
We apologize for any inconvenience caused.

Return to the hotel for the night.

In the morning, proceed to Messina and visit the old town of Messina.
Then take the ferry from Messina to San Giovanni, enjoying the stunning scenery of Sicily in the Mediterranean Sea along the way.
Afterwards, pass through Cosenza and visit the old town of Cosenza.

In the Afternoon, visit Matera, a city with thousands of years of human habitation. Known as the "City of Stone", it is famous for its cave buildings carved into limestone. You will deeply explore the historic Sassi district of Matera, wandering between stone staircases, cave churches and ancient monasteries, experiencing the unique human landscape shaped by the evolution of civilization.

In the Morning, we travel to Alberobello, a town like a fairy-tale world, and enter the unique architectural landscape of Puglia.
We stroll through the UNESCO-listed Trulli stone hut villages, experiencing the ancient charm and peaceful atmosphere of this fairy-tale town.

In the Afternoon, we will go sightseeing in Bari, exploring a city that blends faith, history and port culture. You will visit Basilica di San Nicola (exterior) and wander through the cobblestone alleys of the old town.
We will then drive to Polignano a Mare — a stunning town perched on cliffs facing a turquoise bay. Whitewashed stone houses, stone arch bridges and sea caves create a unique landscape, making it an ideal spot for photography, sightseeing and strolling.

After breakfast, we will embark on a fascinating one-day boat trip to Positano, exploring the colorful cliffside town—one of the most charming coastal gems of southern Italy. The turquoise sea, white sandy beaches, and romantic streets form an unforgettable Mediterranean scene. We will then return to Salerno by boat and proceed to Bari to check in at the hotel.
Note: In the event of extreme weather at sea, the boat company may cancel the Positano cruise for passenger safety. In this case, we will adjust the itinerary to visit Salerno by coach instead; Positano and Amalfi will not be accessible, and the boat tour fee will be fully refunded to passengers.

In the morning, proceed to Pompeii to explore the ancient ruins and learn about the once-flourishing Pompeian civilization.Then proceed to Sorrento and stroll through the small town built on coastal cliffs. Afterwards, take a ferry from Sorrento to Capri Island.
On the day, you may walk along the seaside at your own pace and visit the Blue Grotto, take a boat tour around the island to explore the Blue Grotto, or visit Augustus Gardens (exterior) in Capri Town to overlook the entire bay.
Then take the ferry back to Sorrento Pier and return to the hotel by coach.
Note:
After arriving on Capri Island, the schedule is at your leisure with no transportation fees included.
The recommended route is Marina Grande – Capri Old Town – Augustus Gardens. The one-way mountain path is approximately 1.3 km, passing three major attractions.
Cable cars and taxis along the route are at an additional cost.

In the morning, we will begin our tour of Rome, the world-famous historic and cultural city.
We will visit the Colosseum standing on the ruins of ancient Rome, the Pantheon, as well as Piazza di Spagna and the Trevi Fountain (exterior).
Note: Due to Rome’s architectural protection regulations, vehicles are prohibited in the area, and most zones are pedestrian-only.
On that day, we will explore the eastern bank of Rome on foot, with a walking distance of approximately 5–6 km.

In the morning, travel to Florence, the birthplace of the Renaissance. Visit Florence Cathedral (Duomo)—the world’s third-largest cathedral, Piazza della Signoria, Ponte Vecchio, as well as Piazza Santa Croce and Basilica di Santa Croce (exterior).

Then proceed to Tuscany and check in at the hotel.

In the morning, visit the Cinque Terre along the Ligurian coastline, exploring the beautiful cliffside fishing villages.
Note: If the Cinque Terre cannot be visited due to severe weather, railway strikes, or other unforeseen circumstances, the itinerary will automatically be adjusted to a coach tour or alternative coastal city sightseeing.

In the afternoon, proceed to Pisa and visit the Leaning Tower of Pisa (exterior) and Piazza dei Miracoli (Square of Miracles), the historic and cultural center of Pisa.

Then check in at the hotel.

In the morning, depart for a tour of Venice. Visit St. Mark's Basilica (exterior), St. Mark's Square, the Bridge of Sighs (exterior), and the magnificent Doge's Palace (exterior).
These beautiful buildings built on the water are interwoven with winding canals, making Venice's romantic charm unforgettable. For lunch, it is recommended to try squid ink pasta, a local specialty of Venice.