Athens, Peninsula and Sicily End Palermo
European Tour Package
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10 Days Tour Plan
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- Day 10
Welcome to your tour with Europamundo! We’ll transfer you to the hotel and you’ll have some free time. In the afternoon, you’ll find information about the start of your tour on the boards located at the hotel reception.
We´ll embark on a city tour of Athens with a local guide, visiting landmarks such as the Presidential Mansion, the Panathenaic Stadium where the first modern Olympic Games were held, the National Library, and the bustling squares of the city center. We´ll also explore the newer neighborhoods that developed after the 2004 Olympic Games. The tour will conclude at the Acropolis (admission not included). In the evening, we´ll provide a transfer to the historical neighborhood of Plaka, renowned for its charming Greek tavernas and opportunities to immerse yourself in the rich folklore of this country.
We’ll travel to the Peloponnese, making a brief stop at the Corinth Canal, an impressive engineering marvel from the late nineteenth century. Continuing through the mountains, we’ll reach Tripoli, the capital of the Arcadia region. Here, we’ll take a break to explore the bustling Aeros Square, known for its cafes and restaurants. Our journey will then take us to Olympia, where we’ll visit the Archaeological Site with a local guide (tickets included). The first Olympic Games were held here in 776 B.C., attracting athletes from all over Greece and its colonies. Highlights of the site include the Temple of Zeus, the Stadium, the Gymnasium, and the Arena. Next, we’ll proceed to Patras, the third largest city in Greece, with a remarkable medieval fortress and the largest cathedral in the country. Adjacent to the cathedral is the small church of St. Andrew, a significant place of pilgrimage. Dinner will be included.
After breakfast, we’ll cross the Rio–Antirrio Bridge, a spectacular suspension bridge that connects the Peloponnese with the Greek mainland. We’ll travel through the regions of Central Greece and Epirus. Upon arrival in Igoumenitsa, a port town, there will be time for a stroll before boarding the modern ferry at 02:00 p.m. to sail across the Ionian Sea to Italy. We’ll reach Brindisi by the end of the day, around 09:00 p.m., where we’ll spend the night.
Today, we’ll visit two extraordinary and authentic towns. Our first stop will be Alberobello, famous for its unique conical-shaped houses known as trulli. These distinctive structures, with their stacked stone roofs, are a UNESCO World Heritage Site and represent a remarkable example of Italian rural architecture. Next, we’ll head to Matera, located in the Basilicata region, renowned for its ancient historic center and the Sassi di Matera—a complex of ancient dwellings and buildings carved into the rock, dating back thousands of years. Not only is it a World Heritage Site, but also one of the oldest continuously inhabited human settlements in the world. In the afternoon, after enjoying an included lunch in Matera, we’ll continue our journey through Basilicata and Campania, taking in the beautiful mountain landscapes. We’ll arrive in Naples by evening, where you’ll have free time to explore.
After breakfast, we’ll head to the port of Naples to board a ferry to the Island of Capri, where we recommend taking the funicular up to Capri town to stroll around and enjoy the stunning views. After lunch, we’ll reboard and head to Sorrento, a charming tourist town nestled at the base of a cliff, where you’ll have free time to wander. Our journey will then take us to the Gulf of Salerno, where we’ll stay in the city of Salerno.
We’ll journey to the south of the boot, marveling at the stunning southern Italian scenery as we cross the Cilento National Park. We’ll arrive in Paola, located on the shores of the Tyrrhenian Sea, where we’ll visit the Sanctuary of St. Francis of Paola and enjoy free time for lunch in its charming historic center. Our adventure will then take us to Villa San Giovanni, where we’ll board a short ferry crossing to the island of Sicily. Upon arrival in Messina, we’ll have time to stroll around the cathedral. Finally, we’ll continue to Taormina. Dinner will be included.Note: Accommodation will normally be in the Taormina region, but on certain dates, lodging may be provided in Messina.
At the foot of Mount Etna lies the beautiful city of Taormina, described by Churchill as the most beautiful place on earth. Early in the morning, we will head to Giardini Naxos, the first Greek settlement in Sicily (founded in 734 B.C.), with its lovely seafront promenade and popular beaches. Afterwards, we will have time to stroll through the lively old town of Taormina, with its stunning Greek Theater overlooking unforgettable landscapes.After lunchtime, we continue to the Roman Villa of Casale (admission and guided tour included), a UNESCO World Heritage Site. In the Roman Empire, villas symbolized agricultural wealth and exploitation. At Casale, not only has the 4th-century architectural layout been preserved, but thanks to their richness and quality, the mosaics decorating nearly every room are considered the most beautiful of the Roman world.Crossing the mountainous heart of the island, we continue on to Palermo, arriving at the end of the day. Dinner included.
Today, we’ll embark on a guided city tour of Palermo with a local expert. Highlights include the cathedral, famous for its blend of architectural styles and royal tombs (admission included), and the Palazzo dei Normanni, a former royal palace with fountains, markets, and gardens. We’ll also visit Monreale to see its cathedral (admission included), a UNESCO World Heritage Site celebrated for its breathtaking golden mosaics that adorn the entire interior. The afternoon is yours to enjoy at your leisure.Note: For smaller groups, the tour may be conducted as part of a regular excursion offered by local companies instead of a private tour.
After breakfast, our journey will come to an end, leaving you with wonderful lasting memories.
Planned Hotels or similar
SKYLARK
2144056400
skylark@alumahotels.gr;CharisPo@Alumahotels.GR
3, marikas kotopouli str, athina 104 31, grecia,104 31
Athens,Greece
GREAT ATHENS
21121848
Veranzerou 12, athina 104 32, grecia,104 32
Athens,Greece
MOXY PATRAS MARINA
2614409400
58 iroon polytechniou ave. &, kiprou st, patra 264 41, grecia,264 41
Patras,Greece
MY WAY PATRAS
2610623131
Othonos kai amalias 16, patra 262 21, grecia,262 21
Patras,Greece
GRAND SERAI CONGRESS SPA
2651090550
Dentro de grand serai xenia dodonis 33, ioannina 452 21, grecia,452 21
Igoumenitsa,Greece
ORIENTALE
0831568451
hotelpr@hotelorientale.it
Corso giuseppe garibaldi, 40,72100
Brindisi,Italy
PALAZZO VIRGILIO
831597941
corso umberto i, 149, 72100 brindisi br, italia, cp: 72100,72100
Brindisi,Italy
BOUTIQUE EXECUTIVE INN
0831527844
info@hotelexecutiveinn.it
Via pozzo traiano, 24, 72100 brindisi br, italia,72100
Brindisi,Italy
RADISSON NAPLES NOLA
8118340020
raffaele.nuzzi@radisson.com
Via ss7/bis km 50,500, naples, 80035, italy,80035
Naples,Italy
RAMADA NAPOLES CITY CENTER
0813602191
reservations@ramadanaples.com
Via g.ferraris, 40, 80142 napoli (italy),80142
Naples,Italy
VOCO NOLA NAPLES
0813642100
reservation@hotelvulcanobuono.it
Localita boscofangone, 80035 nola na, italia,80035
Naples,Italy
PALAZZO ESEDRA
812421111
Piazzale vincenzo tecchio, 50, 80125 napoli na,80125
Naples,Italy
GRAN HOTEL SALERNO
897041111
info@grandhotelsalerno.it
Lungomare clemente tafuri 1,84127
Salerno,Italy
MEDITERRANEA HOTEL
0893066111
groups.it@hotusahotels.com
Via generale clark, 54, 84131 salerno,84131
Salerno,Italy
HOTEL HOLIDAY INN CAVA DEI TIRRENI
0892132401
info@hisalernocavadetirreni.com
Corso mazzini, 274 - 84013 - cava de´ tirreni sa,84013
Salerno,Italy
ANTARES
9426400
antares@parchotels.it
Via germano chincherini 98037 letojanni taormina,98037
Taormina,Italy
ARISTON
9426190
ariston@parchotels.it
Via bagnoli croci, 168,98039
Taormina,Italy
CAESAR PALACE
3909425590
cpalace@parchotels.it
Via consolare valeria,98035
Taormina,Italy
SAN PAOLO PALACE
916211112
booking@sanpaolopalace.it
Via messina marine, 91, 90123 - palermo,90123
Palermo,Italy
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