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A circular journey through the heart of Sicilian Baroque, beginning and ending in Catania, winding through the UNESCO World Heritage sites of the Val di Noto.
A circular journey through the heart of Sicilian Baroque, beginning and ending in Catania, winding through the UNESCO World Heritage sites of the Val di Noto. The route visits centres of extraordinary architectural beauty, such as Syracuse, Ragusa, and Modica, offering a profound immersion into the history and traditions of south-eastern Sicily.
The trip focuses on discovering locations made famous by literature and television, with a particular emphasis on the settings of the Inspector Montalbano series, from Punta Secca to Scicli. The experience includes cultural and convivial moments, such as a visit to the home of Salvatore Quasimodo and tastings at the Antica Dolceria Bonajuto in Modica, balancing daytime sightseeing with atmospheric evening excursions.
Limited to a maximum of 30 participants, the tour includes travel by luxury coach and 4 star hotel accommodation on a half-board basis, supplemented by traditional local lunches. Thanks to optimised scheduled flights on an international flight, the itinerary allows guests to fully enjoy every moment of this five day Sicilian stay.
5 days in the programme
Following your arrival in Catania on a scheduled flight on an international flight, the journey begins towards Syracuse Following your arrival in Catania on a scheduled flight on an international flight, the journey begins towards Syracuse. Accompanied by a specialist guide, you will visit the treasures of this UNESCO World Heritage city, including the Greek Theatre, the Roman Amphitheatre, the Cathedral, and the atmospheric island of Ortigia. The route then continues towards the Ragusa and Modica area for an initial introduction to the local Baroque style before your overnight stay.
This day is dedicated to exploring the coastal and monumental areas of south-eastern Sicily This day is dedicated to exploring the coastal and monumental areas of south-eastern Sicily. You will visit Noto, the capital of Baroque, before continuing to the seaside village of Marzamemi and the island's southernmost tip at Capo Passero. The day includes half-board accommodation and the services of a professional guide.
A deep dive into the historic centres of Ragusa Ibla and Ragusa Alta, both UNESCO sites A deep dive into the historic centres of Ragusa Ibla and Ragusa Alta, both UNESCO sites. In Modica, the itinerary includes a visit to the home of the celebrated writer Salvatore Quasimodo and the Palazzo San Domenico. A culinary highlight is guaranteed with a stop at the Antica Dolceria Bonajuto for a tasting of traditional Modican chocolate. The evening concludes with a 'Modica by night' excursion.
Today's itinerary retraces the steps of the famous Inspector Montalbano television series Today's itinerary retraces the steps of the famous Inspector Montalbano television series. You will visit the Donnafugata Castle, the seaside hamlet of Punta Secca, and the historic centre of Scicli. The day includes traditional local lunches and dinner at the hotel, with the evening enhanced by a 'Ragusa by night' tour.
The final day includes a visit to Caltagirone, world-renowned for its ceramics, before returning to Catania The final day includes a visit to Caltagirone, world-renowned for its ceramics, before returning to Catania. The journey concludes with an Ita Airways scheduled flight back to Rome. The programme includes the assistance of a tour manager for all stages of the return journey.
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