2 daysSicily Baroque Grand Tour (Private)
Length
6 days
Itinerary
6 days planned
Group
Private
Guides
German, English
Overview
The Baroque Tour in Sicily offers our guests the chance to visit the key places of baroque art and architecture. Sicily is renown as the capital of baroque. Catania, Syracuse, Noto, Modica and Ragusa represent the best examples of this style.
The Baroque Tour in Sicily will offer you the chance to visit the most famous buildings, churches and monasteries in exclusive guided visits. You’ll have the chance to attend special baroque events: theme dinners and music performances.
Lodging will be at I Monasteri Golf and Spa Resort, a charming and exclusive resort a few miles off Syracuse, which is the result of an amazing restyling of a former Benedictine monastery. The resort comes with pool, a spa by Clarins and 18 holes (par 71) golf course among scented citrus groves. Blue crystal waters will also expect you at nearby beaches.
Contact us if you travel with kids as we can arrange/advise accordingly.
Day by day itinerary
1Visit to Syracuse and Ortigia⌄
We’ll pick you up at the hotel at 10 am, after your breakfast. We’ll drive along a scenery road towards Syracuse. We’ll visit the Greek heritage of the city, visible at the Archaeological Park. Then, we’ll reach the ancient island, Ortigia. We’ll walk in the pedestrian area and visit churches and buildings. A special visit will be dedicated to the National Archaeological Museum and the Museum of Papyrus. Lunch will be at an old monastery, now a restaurant. Return at the hotel by 5 pm and dinner.
Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner
Overnight: Lodging at I Monasteri Golf & Spa Resort
2Visit to Noto⌄
Pick-up at 10 am, after breakfast. We’ll drive to Noto, the capital city of baroque. The whole day will be spent in the city, among the most beautiful buildings, churches, and monasteries. Lunch will be served at local Sicilian trattoria. Return to the hotel by 7 pm and dinner.
Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner
Overnight: Lodging at I Monasteri Golf & Spa Resort
3Visit to Planeta Vineyard & Cellar⌄
An unforgettable day at one of the most famous wine producers, Planeta, not far from the city of Noto. You’ll enjoy special food and wine tasting. Return at the hotel by 4. Special dinner out with baroque music and Sicilian traditional menu at an old farmhouse not far from the resort.
Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner
Overnight: Lodging at I Monasteri Golf & Spa Resort
4Visit to Modica and Ragusa⌄
We’ll pick you up at 10 am at the hotel, after breakfast. Driving on a scenic road, we’ll reach the enchanting town of Modica, astounding sample of baroque art. We’ll have a quick lunch, then we’ll reach Ragusa and its ancient first settlement, Ibla. Return to the hotel will be by 7 pm.
Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner
Overnight: Lodging at I Monasteri Golf & Spa Resort
5Visit to Catania⌄
The day will be dedicated to the visit of the largest city of Eastern Sicily, Catania. This bustling city offers a rich scenario in terms of art events. We’ll visit the Cathedral and the key elements of the baroque style in the city. Lunch will be served at a traditional Sicilian trattoria. Afternoon will be left for shopping. Return at the hotel by 7 pm and dinner.
Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner
Overnight: Lodging at I Monasteri Golf & Spa Resort
6Visit to Acireale⌄
Our final day will start at 10 am, after breakfast. Driving along a scenic road towards the city of Acireale, a stunning sample of baroque style. Visit will focus on some buildings and churches and lunch will be served in an old farmhouse. Return to the hotel by 7 pm and last dinner.
Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner
Overnight: Lodging at I Monasteri Golf & Spa Resort
What's included
- ✓Private transportation
- ✓Lunch
- ✓Dinner
- ✓Breakfast
Not included
- ✕Gratuities
Good to know
Starts: We will communicate the exact pick-up point once we have arranged the guest's preferred location.
Ends: We will communicate the exact pick-up point once we have arranged the guest's preferred location.
Cancellation: If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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