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Rome to Sicily
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Start
Rome, Italy
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Palermo, Italy
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Trip Code
ZMSFC
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Min Age
15
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Trip Size
1 - 12
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Physical Rating
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Meals
22 breakfasts
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Transport
Train, Public bus, Private vehicle, Ferry, Metro, Cable car
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Accommodation
Hotel (20 nights), Guesthouse (2 nights)
From £6,138(23 days)
Trip Informations
Why you’ll love this trip
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Wander around Rome's famous landmarks including the Colosseum – one of the Seven Wonders of the World – as well as Vatican City, Sistine Chapel, St Peter's Basilica and many more.
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Explore the ruins of ancient Pompeii, which emerged from the ashes after thousands of years, and peek inside the steaming crater of Mt Vesuvius – the volcano that destroyed it.
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Hike among the olive groves on the Path of the Gods along the spectacular Amalfi Coast.
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Get up close and personal with the active volcanoes scattered across the Aeolian Islands and perhaps take a dip in one of the Sulphur springs.
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Search the crumbling Greek and Roman ruins in the charming seaside town of Taormina and maybe indulge in some deliciously fresh seafood.
Is this trip right for you?
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Due to the terrain the means of transportation on this trip is a mix of local trains, private vehicles and public buses. Train travel is a fast way to traverse long distances, allowing you to avoid traffic jams and arrive right in the city centre. Trains are comfortable and all have toilets, however, they can often be quite busy.
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Please note that you'll have to carry your own luggage on and off the trains, and up and down stairs at train stations and at hotels, so make sure it doesn’t exceed our weight and size recommendations. You can find this information in the 'What to Take' section of the trip notes. You may want to consider taking a backpack rather than a wheelie bag, however this is up to your personal preference and what you feel more comfortable with.
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Summer temperatures can be extreme in many of the regions visited (over 40°C), which can be uncomfortable. It’s important to use sun protection, wear layers to combat the heat and drink plenty of water. Additionally, please be aware that July, August and the first half of September is high season along the Southern Italian coast, which means that the local infrastructure is under a lot of pressure with a lot of people in the towns we visit. Please carefully consider the time of the year you wish to travel and your suitability for that season.
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Hotel rooms in Europe can seem rather small by American or Australian standards and often don't have double beds, but rather two single beds that can be pushed together.
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On this trip you must pack as lightly as possible because you will be expected to carry your own bag and although you won't be required to walk long distances with your luggage (max 30 minutes), we strongly recommend keeping the weight under 15 kg (33 lb). Most travellers carry their luggage in a backpack, although an overnight bag with a shoulder strap would suffice if you travel lightly. Smaller bags or backpacks with wheels are convenient although we recommend your bag has carry straps to accommodate the cobbled streets, uneven surfaces, stairs and steps you are likely to encounter while carrying your luggage. You'll also need a day pack/bag.
Itinerary
Discover Italy’s vibrant south on a journey through the Amalfi region, Calabria and Sicily
Starting in Italy's 'Eternal City' of Rome, this epic adventure will take you through the Amalfi coastline to Calabria and Sicily over 23 days. Learn about the catastrophic fate of Pompeii, soak up the sunshine in the coastal town of Sorrento and explore the beautiful Amalfi Coast, before heading south to Calabria – a hidden gem for those who stray off Italy’s beaten path. Continue to bustling Sicily, with the volcanic valleys of Mt. Etna, the timeworn streets of Syracuse, the Baroque wonders of Ragusa, the ruins of the Valley of Temples and the rich anti-Mafia history of Palermo. Starring dramatic cliffside villages, clear waters and delicious seafood, this is a chance to experience the highlights of southern Italy.
- DAY 1Day 1 • Rome
- DAY 2Day 2 • Naples / Pompeii
- DAY 3Day 3 • Pompeii
- DAY 4Day 4 • Mt Vesuvius / Sorrento
- DAY 5Day 5 • Sorrento
- DAY 6Day 6 • Amalfi Coast
- DAY 7Day 7 • Positano / Amalfi Coast
- DAY 8Day 8 • Naples
- DAY 9Day 9 • Civita
- DAY 10Day 10 • Civita
- DAY 11Day 11 • Tropea
- DAY 12Day 12 • Tropea / Stromboli
- DAY 13Day 13 • Reggio Calabria
- DAY 14Day 14 • Taormina/Catania
- DAY 15Day 15 • Catania
- DAY 16Day 16 • Catania
- DAY 17Day 17 • Syracuse
- DAY 18Day 18 • Syracuse
- DAY 19Day 19 • Noto/Ragusa/Agrigento
- DAY 20Day 20 • Valley of the Temples/Marsala
- DAY 21Day 21 • Erice/Palermo
- DAY 22Day 22 • Palermo
- DAY 23Day 23 • Palermo
Inclusions
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22 breakfasts
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Train, Public bus, Private vehicle, Ferry, Metro, Cable car
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Hotel (20 nights), Guesthouse (2 nights)
festival Included activities
circleNaples - Leader-led orientation walk
circleNaples - café sospeso
circlePompeii - Archaeological Site
circlePompeii - Walking Tour with Local Guide
circleMt Vesuvius - Crater Rim Walk & Summit Climb
circleSorrento - Limoncello Tasting
circleSorrento - Gelato Making Demonstration
circleAmalfi - Walk of the Gods Hike (Sentiero degli Dei)
circleAmalfi - Coastal Ferry Cruise Positano to Amalfi
circleCivita - Nature based hike
circleTropea - Stromboli by Night
circleReggio Calabria - Archaeological Museum
circleTaormina - private boat excursion
circleTaormina - leader led orientation walk
circleCatania - leader led orientation walk
circleCatania - local granita tasting
circleMt Etna - Day Trip
circleSiracusa - Leader-led Orientation Walk
circleNoto & Ragusa - Day Trip
circleAgrigento - Guided visit Valley of the Temples
circleErice - local sweets tasting
circlePalermo - Anti-Mafia Movement Tour
museum Optional activities
circleRome - Castel Sant'Angelo - EUR19
circleRome - Christian Catacombs - EUR10
circleRome - Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill - EUR19
circleRome - Keats-Shelley Memorial House - EUR6
circleRome - Galleria Borghese - EUR17
circleRome - Pantheon - EUR5
circleVatican City - St Peter's Dome Climb & Elevator - EUR10
circleRome - Venezia Palace - EUR17
circleNaples - Archaeological Museum - EUR20
circleNaples - Duomo - Free
circleNaples - St Claire's Church and Cloister - EUR7
circlePompeii - Herculaneum Ruins - EUR16
circlePompeii - Sanctuary of St Mary of the Rosary - Free
circleCapri - Hydrofoil Sorrento to Capri - EUR44
circleAmalfi - Chiostro del Paradiso - EUR3
circleAmalfi - Valley of the Mills Hike - Free
circleAmalfi - Ravello & Valley of the Dragons - Free
circleAmalfi - Cattedrale S.Andrea - Free
circleReggio Calabria - Aragonese Castle - EUR5
circleSiracusa - Castello Maniace - EUR5
circleSiracusa - Cathedral - EUR2
circleSiracusa - Archaeological Museum - EUR14
circleSiracusa - Neapolis Archaeological Park - EUR17
circleMonreale - Cathedral & Cloister - EUR13
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Sunday Jun 01, 2025
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£7,084
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£7,222
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£7,601£6,841
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£7,480£7,106
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Sunday May 03, 2026
Monday May 25, 2026
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Important notes
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1. A single supplement is bookable on this trip, excluding Day 9 to 10. Availability is limited due to small properties we use. please speak to your booking agent for further information.
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2. As this is a combination of 3 trips, your leader and the composition of your group may change in Amalfi and Catania.
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3. You don't have a lot of time in Rome at the start of the trip, so if you're keen to explore this spectacular city in depth we recommend you arrive a day or two before the start of the trip, especially if you would like to see the Vatican Museum as it is closed most Sundays. Please check opening times here: vatican.va.
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Vivian
Oct 08, 2022
Rome to Sicily was a dream vacation. Each location had something new to offer for activities and attractions. Both our guides were competent, organized and fun people to be around. I enjoyed all the opportunities to have free time at the beach in addition to visiting historical sites. There were so many highlights for me such as, the day on the boat in Capri, hiking the Path of the Gods, visiting volcanos.
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Naomi
Aug 09, 2022
Every single day of this tour was exciting, exhilarating and eye-opening, especially climbing up Mt Etna, swimming in the clearest of blue seas in Tropea, and visiting each of the beautiful towns on the Amalfi Coast. I enjoyed travelling with like-minded people of all ages and made friends to last a lifetime. This trip was truly unforgettable.
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David
Jul 25, 2022
The complete Rome to Sicily trip was amazing. The first week, from Rome to Amalfi was a whirlwind of fun activities from seeing the ruins of Pompeii to visiting an authentic lemon farm. The second and third weeks were a little more relaxed, but still extremely fun.
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Elizabeth and David
Jun 13, 2022
If you don't want the same old cookie cutter tour that others offer, try Intrepid. We never thought we would climb volcanos (and see them erupt), stay in an Albanian mountain village, dine and sample at limoncello orchard, learn about the Mafia and sail along the Amalfi coast. Best trip ever!
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Deborah
Oct 28, 2023
Rome to Palermo was great, beautiful varied countryside and the Mediterranean is fab. Certainly recommend the full trip and lots of walking if keen
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Lisa
Nov 22, 2022
Terrible food and accomodations.