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Highlights of Sicily + Sorrento

Sorrento with Vesuvius in the background

Moulded by the Italian, Greek, Arab, Spanish and French cultures, Sicily offers a charming mosaic of history, beauty and warmth.

Why not add a 7 night stay in Sorrento? Choose any of the hotels in Sorrento, if the prices for the combination of your choice are not shown on this page, please ask your reservations advisor for details.

On day 8 (Fri) of your holiday you will be transferred to your chosen hotel for a week's stay before returning to Naples airport for your flight home to the UK.

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Sorrento with Vesuvius in the background
The Greco Amphitheatre at Taormina
Sicily's pretty coastline
Sorrento's marina
Lovely views across the bay
The Greek Theatre at Taormina
One of the mosaics at the Piazza Armerina
Enjoy a stroll through the streets
The picturesque marina
Selinunte
Some of the ruins at Agrigento
Italy's famous ice cream
Nearby Pompeii is a must
Sicily
Take aboat trip to Capri
Bay of Sorrento
Visit nearby Pompeii

DAY 1: UK - Naples - Sorrento.

Fly to Naples where you will be met by our representative and transferred by coach to your hotel in Sorrento. (D)

DAY 2: Sorrento - Villa San Giovanni - Taormina area.

We travel through the wild and mountainous scenery of Italy's far south to board the ferry for the 45-minute crossing to Sicily. It is then a short coach journey to your hotel in the Taormina area. (B, D)

DAY 3: Taormina.

The day is yours to get your bearings and explore the beautiful resort of Taormina. For a breathtaking view of the coast and Mount Etna, head to the Piazza Nove Aprile, the heart of the town set spectacularly on a precipice overlooking the sea. You may wish to join us for an optional Sicilian evening. (B, D)

DAY 4: Taormina - Mount Etna - Syracuse.

Called 'Mountain of Mountains' by Sicily's Arab settlers, Europe's largest active volcano is an impressive sight, its towering peak rising up from a landscape of pine woods and citrus groves. Join us for an included visit, during which you can enjoy stunning views from the heights of the volcano and, if you choose, take an optional jeep ride (or cable car when operating) to approximately 7,500 feet. Note: This may be subject to minimum participation. We then head south to Syracuse where you can take our optional tour of it's fascinating heritage site (the extensive 'Zona Archeologica' has a wealth of impressive Greek remains) or spend some time exploring the town at your own pace. You will stay in the Syracuse area. (B,D)

DAY 5: Syracuse - Noto - Agrigento.

Today we travel south to the town of Noto a unique UNESCO heritage site, referred to as the Baroque Jewel and built on a plateau overlooking the citrus tree valley of Asinara. Then it's on past the sulphur mines of Caltanissetta to Agrigento's Valley of the Temples, one of Italy's most impressive archaeological sites. Your included sightseeing tour with a local guide will include visits to the exceptionally well preserved Greek Temple of Concord and the awe-inspiring Temple of Juno Lacinia. You will stay overnight in Agrigento. (B, D)

DAY 6: Agrigento - Selinunte - Palermo.

Our next stop is Selinunte, another of Sicily's fascinating heritage sites (entrance fee included). Much of the city still lies buried, but there are extensive remains to be explored, including the Acropolis, which has ruins of temples and fortifications, as well as the foundations of rows of shops. We then head north east to Sicily's capital, Palermo, where you will stay for the night. (B)

DAY 7: Palermo.

A full day to explore Sicily's busy and colourful capital, set in a valley called 'Conca d'Oro' (the 'Golden Shell'). In the afternoon, why not join our optional guided sightseeing tour for a more in-depth look at the city, which has a wealth of lovely squares and market places, churches and palaces? Also included is a visit to nearby Monreale with it's unique Arab-Norman style Cathedral. In the late afternoon, we head for the harbour to take the overnight ferry to Naples. (B)

DAY 8: Naples - Sorrento.

The ferry arrives in Naples in the early morning, after which you will transfer to your choice of hotel in the resort of Sorrento for a seven night stay. (D)

DAY 9 to 14: Sorrento. At Leisure.

Spend your time in Sorrento as you please. Take advantage of some of the optional excursions available or relax in your resort and enjoy the enchanting atmosphere. Sorrento is perfectly situated close to fascinating destinations such as Pompeii and the Amalfi Coast. (B, D)

DAY 15: Sorrento - Naples - UK.

Transfer to Naples airport for your flight to the UK. (B, D)

Hotel Majestic Palace
One of the bedrooms
The Majestic Palace lobby
Hotel Majestic Palace
The lounge

Majestic Palace

This attractive hotel is tastefully furnished in a charming traditional-style, and stands in its own well-kept gardens in the elegant residential area of St Agnello.

Location: The nearby Marinella beach terrace is 400 metres away, offering magnificent views of the Bay of Naples and Mount Vesuvius. The centre of Sorrento is approximately 2 kilometres away.

Facilities: Swimming pool; free sunbeds; sun terrace; gardens; restaurant, weekly buffet dinner with occasional piano bar; stylish lounge and snack bar; air-conditioning (1 Jun-30 Sep); hairdresser; beauty salon; sauna and jacuzzi; small gym; table tennis; lift; safety deposit box and minibar in bedrooms.

Price includes: Half board in a lower ground floor twin room with private facilities; terrace or patio; satellite TV; air-conditioning (1 Jun-30 Sep) and hairdryer.

Options: Single room; upper floor balcony room.

Official category: 4 star.

Note: There are a number of steps within the hotel.

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