Southern Italy and Sicily

Journey through a crossroads of civilizations in Sicily and on to the spectacular coastlines of Southern Italy. Uncover Sicily’s capital Palermo and its Moorish and Norman influences. Explore seaside Cefalù and Agrigento’s ancient Valley of the Temples. Travel to the historic hilltop town of Taormina. Visit a local winery for a wine tasting and agriturismo dinner. Venture to the ancient cave dwellings of Sassi di Matera. Explore Sorrento and stunning Positano, the pearl of the Amalfi Coast. Walk in the footsteps of ancient Romans in the excavated Pompeii. Allow the unique culture to capture your heart and get a glimpse into an age-old heritage composed of ancient monuments and cultivated lands.

Book by May 6, 2025 and save $200 per person!

• Round trip airfare from Chicago
• Round trip airport/hotel transfers at destination
• 20 Meals: 11 Breakfasts, 2 lunches and 7 dinners
• Behold the glittering mosaics of Monreale's Cathedral.
• Journey to the Sassi di Matera, known for its cave dwellings.
• Experience the excavated ruins of Pompeii at the foothills of Mount Vesuvius.
• Stand in awe before the ancient Greek theatre in Taormina.
• Experience seaside Cefalù and Sicilian hospitality during a farmhouse lunch.
• Journey to Positano village, the pearl of the Amalfi Coast.
• Indulge in a delicious regional dinner inside a winery's agriturismo restaurant.
• Tour a vineyard and cellar located in the badlands of Basilicata, Matera’s region.
• Savor freshly made mozzarella cheese during a visit to a buffalo dairy farm.
• Collette Tour Manager