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The Magic of Sicily

Eight-day escorted Sicily tour from Palermo via trains and guided excursions

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Rail Tours operates The Magic of Sicily, an eight-day escorted holiday departing from London with return flights to Palermo included. Over seven nights, a UK Tour Manager leads the group through Sicily's major attractions, including the capital city of Palermo on the sun-drenched coast, the ancient Greco-Roman theatre at Taormina, and the historic seaside island of Ortigia. The centrepiece is Mount Etna: guests travel on the Circumetnea train circling Europe's largest volcano, walk through its striking lava fields, and participate in a wine tasting at a nearby vineyard. Other highlights include an excursion to the hilltop town of Monreale, a journey to Agrigento, and a guided tour of Syracuse's Neapolis Park. This trip suits first-time rail travellers seeking escorted comfort, history enthusiasts drawn to ancient Greek and Roman ruins, and food-and-wine lovers keen to taste regional Sicilian wines.

What to know before you look closer

  • The operator publishes no day-by-day itinerary; confirm the exact schedule and hotel names with Rail Tours before booking
  • Return flights from London are included, so rail is part of the transport mix but not the sole travel mode

Included

  • The services of a professional UK Tour Manager throughout
  • Return flights from London to Palermo
  • 7 nights' hotel accommodation
  • Guided tour of Palermo and Taormina
  • Excursion to Monreale
  • Journey to Agrigento
  • Excursion to Mount Etna
  • A journey on the Circumetnea train
  • Wine tasting near Mount Etna
  • Silvestri Craters and Syracuse including a tour of Neapolis Park

Questions travellers ask

Is train travel included?
Yes. The package includes a journey on the Circumetnea train around Mount Etna. Other transfers and excursions use coach or rail as specified by Rail Tours.
Is this an escorted tour?
Yes. A professional UK Tour Manager accompanies the group throughout the entire eight days.
What is included in the price?
Return flights from London to Palermo, seven nights' hotel accommodation, guided tours of Palermo and Taormina, excursions to Monreale and Mount Etna, the Circumetnea train journey, wine tasting near Mount Etna, and a tour of Syracuse and Neapolis Park.
When does the tour run?
Rail Tours does not list specific departure dates in available information; contact them directly to confirm dates.
What is the starting price?
From £1,315 per person (approximately USD 1,756), working out to approximately USD 220 per day.

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