Tour Description

This one swings you from Rome to Naples, the home of pizza and gateway to Pompeii, before gliding along the dreamy Amalfi Coast. After falling for Capri and postcard pretty Positano, it's time to head to Sicily for a week of dreamy beaches, incredible food and endless ancient history. This Italian adventure has a little something for everyone.

Priced From:

$ 4511pp ^*

From: 2026-04-21

To: 2026-09-29

Start Location: Rome, Italy

End Location: Palermo, Italy

Trip Type: In Depth Explorer

Tour Advisors

Tiffany McCrea-Lennon

Managing Director

Russell Mein

Travel Specialist

Caitlin Lennon

Travel Coordinator

Michelle Baldwin

Travel Specialist

Gaylyn Murdoch

Administration Manager

Holly Skene

Travel Co-ordinator

Kim Thomas

Broker

Itinerary

Start Rome

Day 1

Duration: 1

Accommodation: Hotel Genova (or similar)

Welcome to Rome! Once known as the 'capital of the world' this richly historic, passionate and elegant city will steal our hearts as soon as we arrive. We'll meet and greet our Contiki crew and enjoy an included dinner this evening.

Rome to Naples

Day 2

Duration: 1

Accommodation: Campus X (or similar)

Today we're headed to another richly historical and cultural city, known for its naturally beautiful sights and excellent cuisine. Here in the ancient city of Pompeii, you'll have the option to partake in a guided walking tour of the fascinating ancient Roman town that was destroyed by Vesuvius (and then perfectly preserved in volcanic ash!). Hello Naples! We’ll settle down in our beautiful hotel (that’s just a few mins from the historic city centre). Today we have the option to take a tour, learn about the city, its history and its food culture.

Naples to Amalfi Coast via Capri

Day 3

Duration: 1

Accommodation: Grand Hotel Salerno (or similar)

We're headed to the coast today to check out some of the most glamorous seascapes in Europe. Next up is Capri, with its gorgeous cragged coastline and opulent cafes. Its easy to see why this is such a playground for the rich and famous. An optional Capri cruise will let us check out plenty of swim stops to beat the heat. We'll settle on the Amalfi Coast after a day of postcard pretty sun bleached buildings and sparkling sea.

Amalfi Coast (Including Positano)

Day 4

Duration: 1

Accommodation: Grand Hotel Salerno (or similar)

We've got a free day on the Amalfi coast! Lucky us. Plus, there's an optional visit to a lemon farm, run by a local family whose ancestors introduced the crop (and have been care takers of an age old tradition ever since!). Here we learn how these huge, sunshine coloured fruits are harvested and turned into limoncello. We'll visit one of Amalfi's spectacular jewels today. Dramatic cliffs and idyllic buildings await us in picturesque Positano. You've got the entire evening for yourself. Roam the streets, taste some wine, live the Italian life we've all dreamed of.

Amalfi Coast to Rome

Day 5

Duration: 1

Accommodation: Hotel Archimede (or similar)

We're headed back to Rome today. Back in Rome for more historic spots, foodie shops and photo ops. Today, you'll have the option to head out to a local restaurant and make (and eat) your very own pasta.

Rome to Catania

Day 6

Duration: 1

Accommodation: Hotel Villa Del Bosco (or similar)

Today we're hopping on a speedy flight to the incomparable isle of Sicily. This colourful mix of baroque piazzas and ancient ruins is your perfect Sicilian welcome. We’ll explore Catania’s UNESCO-listed historic core before sitting down to an included dinner at a local spot.

Catania to Taormina

Day 7

Duration: 1

Accommodation: Main Palace Hotel (or similar)

We've got more spectacular Sicilian towns to explore today, as we head from Catania to Taormina. Perched on a mountainside and serving peak Italian elegance, Taormina is all about la dolce vita. We’ll ride the cable car from the historic centre to its stunning beaches, soak up the sun, and live our best holiday lives. Feeling foodie? Opt for a cooking class with local pros and master Sicilian icons like arancini and cannoli.

Taormina

Day 8

Duration: 1

Accommodation: Main Palace Hotel (or similar)

Today’s optional is a total thrill - a ride up Mt Etna (AKA Europe’s highest active volcano!), passing vineyards and orchards that scream Sicilian magic. Not feeling the volcano vibe? No worries — your afternoon’s free to chill on the beach, explore the ancient Roman theatre, or sip a spritz and watch life drift by in true Italian style.

Taormina to Syracuse via Noto

Day 9

Duration: 1

Accommodation: Panorama Palace Hotel (or similar)

See ya later, Taormina – it's time to visit some historical hotspots. We’ll have some free time to check out the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Syracuse. Famed for its rich ancient Roman and Greek history, with ancient amphitheatres and architecture everywhere you look. Next stop: Noto, Sicily’s baroque beauty packed with stunning architecture and legendary landmarks like Corso Vittoria Emanuele. After soaking up the sights, we’re heading to an organic farm for a Tastes of Sicily experience - think farm-fresh flavours served straight to your plate. And after a long but lovely day, it’s finally time to hit the hay.

Syracuse to Cefalù via Valley of the Temples

Day 10

Duration: 1

Accommodation: Hotel La Giara (or similar)

Heading from Syracuse we'll arrive in the Valley of the Temples, the perfect base to explore another ancient wonder... Leaving Italy without visiting the Valley of the Temples? Impossible. This mystical valley is a treasure trove of historical and archaeological heritage. We'll discover ancient temples, sanctuaries and a necropolis. Arriving in Cefalù we'll enjoy another included dinner of Sicilian delicacies.

Cefalù

Day 11

Duration: 1

Accommodation: Hotel La Giara (or similar)

Cefalù is a real gem, home to Sicily's best beaches and most impressive Arabic architecture. Today's all about coastal vibes, soaking up that sun, sea and sand — with plenty of water sports to get involved with. If you're feeling a little more zen, why not opt for the coastal cruise and soak up some scenery instead? Later on, we'll stroll the winding cobbled streets and watch fishermen taking stock of the day's bounties, before exploring the town's foodie and nightlife scene.

Cefalù to Palermo

Day 12

Duration: 1

Accommodation: Hotel Federico II Central Palace (or similar)

It's time to end on a high, as we make our way towards Sicily's sizzling capital. Palermo’s a vibrant, colourful city with a food scene that’ll blow your mind. But it’s also got a complex history with the Mafia. Today, you’ll join a walking tour through the historic centre to hear the real story behind Palermo’s fight against organised crime and the rise of the anti-Mafia movement. Then, we’ll finish strong with a farewell dinner Al Fresco, at the ‘bistro of second chances’.

End Palermo

Day 13

Duration: 1

Time to head home after one final breakfast together (sob). Hug it out, swap social details — and don't be sad. We'll see each other on the road again soon...

Dates & prices

Start Date: 2026-05-05

End Date: 2026-05-17

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Adult Price: 5406

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Adult Price: 5406

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Adult Price: 5149

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Adult Price: 5149

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Adult Price: 6949

Start Date: 2026-06-02

End Date: 2026-06-14

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Adult Price: 6419

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Adult Price: 6419

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Adult Price: 6110

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Adult Price: 6110

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Adult Price: 8172

Start Date: 2026-06-19

End Date: 2026-07-01

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Adult Price: 5883

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Adult Price: 5883

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Adult Price: 5601

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Adult Price: 5601

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Adult Price: 7484

Start Date: 2026-07-07

End Date: 2026-07-19

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Adult Price: 5810

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Adult Price: 5810

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Adult Price: 5533

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Adult Price: 5533

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Adult Price: 7520

Start Date: 2026-07-17

End Date: 2026-07-29

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Adult Price: 6314

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Adult Price: 6314

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Adult Price: 6012

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Adult Price: 6012

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Adult Price: 8180

Start Date: 2026-09-01

End Date: 2026-09-13

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Adult Price: 5183

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Child Price:

Adult Price: 5183

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Adult Price: 4936

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Adult Price: 4936

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Adult Price: 6838

Start Date: 2026-09-08

End Date: 2026-09-20

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Adult Price: 5183

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Adult Price: 5183

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Child Price:

Adult Price: 4936

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Adult Price: 4936

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Adult Price: 6838

Start Date: 2026-09-18

End Date: 2026-09-30

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Child Price:

Adult Price: 4735

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Child Price:

Adult Price: 4735

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Adult Price: 4511

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Italian Escape & Sicily | Classic | 2026

Tour Advisors

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