Sicily

This tour involves an early morning transfer and a modern Catamaran to Sicily.   Upon arrival in Pozzalo we proceed by coach with our guide through Catania passing Via Etna (main street in Catania) during which time our guide will give a running commentary about this city and Mount Etna where we will drive up to the Sylvester Craters. There will be a time for lunch (not included) and souvenir shopping. Departure from Mt. Etna to Taormina. You will have free time in Taormina's center to enjoy the unique panoramic views overlooking Giardini Naxos (a former Greek colony & now an international yachting centre). We will then return to Pozzalo and depart for Malta (Passport and embarkation card not to be forgotten)

Your Tour Includes: Transport to/from hotel in Malta Ferry Fare Services of a tour guide Guided coach tour in Sicily

Mt. Etna:   The largest and most active volcano in Europe. The climb to the crater takes us through picturesque villages and an ever-changing landscape. The lower slopes of the volcano are extremely fertile with groves of oranges, lemons and other Mediterranean flora and of course vines which produce Sicily's best wines. We go through forests of chestnut trees which gradually give way to oak, beech, birch and pine.

Taormina:   Sicily's prime tourist resort was discovered by the British aristocracy in the mid 1800's. Facing Etna and the blue Mediterranean, this peaceful panoramic resort, 206m above sea level was colonized by the Greeks who built a theatre in the Hellenic period - 3 B.C. The present Teatro Greco, altered by the Romans, is the venue for classical plays every summer. The main street, the elegant Corso Umberto, with its cafes, restaurants and boutiques is a bustle of nationalities.