featuring , & SYRACUSE INCLUDED FEATURES Accommodations • Three nights in Palermo, Sicily, at the first-class Grand Hotel Et Des May 30-June 8, 2017 Palmes. • Two nights in Caltagirone at the $2,995 Colle San Mauro, an agritourism VAT is an additional $295 per person. hotel. • Three nights in Syracuse at the deluxe Des Étrangers Hotel & Spa. All prices quoted are in USD, per person, based on double occupancy and do not Transportation include the AHI FlexAir (unless otherwise • All deluxe motor coach transfers stated). Single accommodations are an additional cost (limited availability). in the Land Program itinerary and bag - gage handling on these transfers are Strategically situated included . between Europe and Africa, the island of Sicily Activities and Events is a cultural crossroads • Informative educational paved by legendary programs presented by local experts will enhance your insight into the Mediterranean region. civilizations. Its • All excursions as outlined in your breathtaking natural program itinerary. beauty is embellished by • Personal VOX listening device man-made creations to hear every word from your expert seemingly untouched by English-speaking guides. time. Sun-bleached Greek temples stand in peaceful valleys and Roman ruins • Attend a Welcome Reception and house spectacular . Ancient theaters, still valued for their prime Dinner and gather for a Farewell acoustics, stand majestically in the midst of lively towns. Cathedrals built in a Reception and Dinner . multitude of styles stand as silent testament to the diversity that has created Extensive Meal Program the Sicily of today. Discover the many treasures of this melting pot of the • Enjoy eight breakfasts, four lunches and ancient world. four dinners; tea or coffee with all meals, plus wine with dinner. PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS • Sample authentic regional specialties during select meals • Your exclusive Small-Group experience is limited to at featured local restaurants . 28 travelers to maximize your travel experience. • Take advantage of leisure time to • Hotel accommodations in three locations allow you to try the local cuisine independently. discover the whole of Sicily. • Visit five UNESCO World Heritage sites: the Arab-Norman Palermo MANY INCLUDED EXTRAS and the Cathedral Churches of , the Archaeological Area of • Consultation services of a , the Late Baroque Towns of the Val di , Villa Romana del dedicated Passenger Service Casale and Syracuse. Representative prior to departure. • Explore former centers of the Elymian civilization: and . • Services of an experienced Travel • Tour a family-run olive farm, and sample the olive oil produced here. Director throughout your stay. • Tipping of excursion guides and • Discover a lesser-known region of Sicily while staying in Caltagirone and drivers. during an excursion to and Ragusa. • Detailed travel and destination • Savor a regional specialty, pizza, after an exclusive cooking information to assist in planning. demonstration. • Complimentary travel wallet. 800-323-7373 uk.ahitravel.com DAY-BY-DAY ITINERARY ACCOMMODATIONS DAY 1 ~ IN TRANSIT DAY 6 ~ CALTAGIRONE / Depart for Palermo, Italy .A MODICA /R AGUSA A Provided for AHI FlexAir participants. Excursion: Inner Sicily. Witness DAY 2 ~ PALERMO Sicily’s quiet countryside, dotted with Upon arrival, transfer A to the Grand fields of citrus and fig trees and myriad Hotel et Des Palmes. other flora en route to Modica, home to Tonight, attend a Welcome Reception impressive cathedrals and known for its and Dinner. chocolate. Later, stroll through DAY 3 ~ PALERMO /M ONREALE Ragusa’s old square and gardens. Educational Focus: Sicily, DAY 7 ~ / a Country Within a Country. SYRACUSE GRAND HOTEL ET DES PALMES Excursion: Palermo & Monreale. Excursion and Educational Focus: Palermo Visit Palermo’s Cathedral, and see the Roman Mosaics. Visit Piazza Armerina Admire the elegance of this art nouveau Palatine Chapel in the Norman Palace and marvel at Villa Romana del Casale, a hotel in the center of Palermo, located and the domes of St. John of the fourth-century residence that boasts within walking distance to museums and Hermits. Tour the market to see the thousands of mosaics. shopping and near the Mediterranean bounty of the land and sea . In Monreale, Check in to the Des Étrangers Hotel & Sea. Sample regional cuisine in the visit Santa Maria la Nuova to admire its Spa. restaurant, or enjoy a nightcap in the incredible mosaics. Excursion: Syracuse. The city is on piano bar. After a day of exploring, return Local Flavor: Lunch is at a Sicilian the storied island of Ortygia. Explore to your spacious, well-appointed guest restaurant. Syracuse’s medieval and baroque Old room, finished in warm hues. Wi-Fi is Town. Also, discover the ancient Greek DAY 4 ~ SEGESTA /E RICE complimentary. Excursion: Segesta. Segesta and Roman ruins in the Neapolis occupies one of the most scenic Archaeological Park. COLLE SAN MAURO locales in Sicily. See the unfinished DAY 8 ~ TAORMINA Caltagirone Doric temple and a theater carved Excursion: Taormina. Explore the Set in a valley beneath Caltagirone, Colle into the rock of Mount Barbaro. city of Taormina, situated high atop San Mauro, a countryhouse repurposed Local Flavor: Meet the People. Monte Tauro. Taormina has an excellent as a hotel, allows you to immerse Lunch is at a family-owned olive farm. view of the sea and . See yourself in Sicily’s quieter southeast Enjoy a tour led by a member of the the ancient Greek theater. corner as you stroll across the verdant family and a tasting of the olive oil. Cultural Event and Local Flavor: property, dotted with vineyards, fruit Excursion: Erice. Erice is one Watch a pizza-making demonstration, trees and gardens, or relax in the outdoor of Sicily’s few cities that likely was then enjoy a pizza lunch. pool. Wi-Fi is complimentary. founded by the Elymians, an indigenous Independent Exploration: Enjoy group believed to be descendants of time at leisure in Taormina. DES ÉTRANGERS HOTEL & SPA Trojan refugees. See the duomo and DAY 9 ~ SYRACUSE Syracuse two medieval castles. Independent Exploration: Spend The Des Étrangers Hotel & Spa sits on the Educational Focus: The Mafia, the day at leisure. historic island of Ortygia and overlooks Past and Present . Tonight, attend a Farewell Reception the sea. It is in the heart of the city, just DAY 5 ~ AGRIGENTO / and Dinner. steps from well-known landmarks, CALTAGIRONE DAY 10 ~ I N TRANSIT restaurants, shops and more. Amenities Excursion: Agrigento. Visit Transfer to the airport for the return include a fitness center and a spa. Meet Agrigento’s Valley of the Temples. See flight to your gateway city. A for drinks at one of the hotel’s bars after the Temple of , the Temple of NOTE : The information presented is preliminary. a day of exploring the city, or enjoy Concord and the Temple of . Itineraries, included features and schedules expertly prepared Mediterranean cuisine Local Flavor: Savor regional dishes are subject to change. Many excursions in this in one of the hotel’s restaurants. Wi-Fi is during lunch in Agrigento. program involve an element of walking. complimentary. Continue to Caltagirone and check in to ENHANCE YOUR EXPERIENCE the Colle San Mauro. Available at an additional cost Local Flavor: After a drive around Previous page: . On Day 9, visit the historic Segesta the property, which has fruit orchards city of Catania. See the Roman ruins and vineyards, sit down for a delicious and baroque churches, and visit a Our mission is to provide you with dinner prepared with locally grown and the most up-to-date information at market. Delve into Sicily’s World War II all times. While the information in produced food and wine. this flier is correct at the time of history and Operation Husky with a visit creation, we encourage you to visit our website to ensure that you to the Allied landing beaches. receive the most current information. 2017-2