19 DAY HIGHLIGHTS TOUR SARDINIA, SICILY & MALTA $ PER PERSON 5499 TWIN SHARE TYPICALLY $12999 CAGLIARI • SYRACUSE • VALLETTA • AGRIGENTO THE OFFER Take the opportunity to explore three gems of the Mediterranean on this 19 day fly and tour package. Discover the dream-like beaches of 19 DAY TRIP Sardinia, the diverse landscapes of Sicily, and the hidden coves and fortresses of Malta, along with plenty of other highlights in this $5499 beautiful part of the world. Visit the picturesque capital of Sardinia, Cagliari; stay in Alghero; delve into the incredible stalactite cave of Neptune’s Grotto; and enjoy a boat excursion to La Maddalena Island on the stunning Emerald Coast. See the best of Sicily including a tour of Palermo, the Valley of temples in Agrigento, Europe’s highest active volcano, Mount Etna; tour Syracuse and the cultural city of Catania. Discover Mdina, the ‘Silent City’, on a guided tour; enjoy a boat trip to the sea caverns of Blue Grotto; take a dip in the shallow blue waters of Golden Bay; and so much more. Package includes return international flights, 16 nights 4-star hotel accommodation, 16 meals and more! Offer available for a limited time or until sold out. TRIPADEAL (NZ) LIMITED: 6844434 19 DAY HIGHLIGHTS TOUR THE ITINERARY Day 1 New Zealand - Cagliari, Sardinia, Italy Day 4 Alghero - Neptunes Grotto - Olbia (approx. 145km) Today depart from Auckland for your flight to Cagliari, Today join a boat excursion to the spectacular stalactite cave Sardinia. Fly with airlines such as Etihad Airways, Emirates, of Neptune’s Grotto. In the heart of the cliffside of Capo Qatar Airways, Singapore Airlines, British Airways, Lufthansa, Caccia you can find the fairytale underworld of the Grotta di Swiss Airways, Austrian Airlines and Cathay Pacific to name a Nettuno (Neptune’s Grotto). A fantasy world of spectacular few (subject to availability). cave formations and a system of rooms with saltwater lakes Meals included: In-Flight extending approximately 2,500 meters in length. One of the most fascinating natural jewels in the entire Day 2 Welcome to Cagliari, Sardinia, Italy Mediterranean basin, the grotto is a veritable geological Upon arrival, be met by your English-speaking tour leader and wonder that attracts more than 150,000 visitors per year. In transfer to the hotel. Relax for the rest of the day in the capital the afternoon continue your tour to Olbia, a coastal city in city of the Italian island of Sardinia. northeast Sardinia which the ancient Greeks named olbìa, or ‘happiness’. It’s known for the medieval San Simplicio Basilica Overnight: T Hotel, Cagliari or similar (entrance not included), and for the charming cafes dotting Meals included: None the central squares. On the palm-lined waterfront to the east, the Archeological Museum of Olbia (entrance not included) Day 3 Cagliari - Alghero (approx. 250 km) has exhibits ranging from Nuragic artifacts (the indigenous After breakfast begin your journey by travelling to Alghero, civilisation whose lives are obscured by unanswered known for its cobblestoned old town. Alghero is the island’s questions) to Roman war ships. Enjoy free time at leisure in main harbour town and one of its beloved cities renowned for this fascinating town. You might like to sample some local its popular walkway along the port’s bastions, the red roofs delicacies in the form of Olbian Clams (not included) to be that touch the sky and the gorgeous natural bay that flows into paired, of course, with a glass of Vermentino (local white wine). the emerald sea. The shoreline is approximately 90km long Overnight: For You Hotel, Olbia or similar and known as the Coral Riviera, home to a major colony of the Meals included: Breakfast finest coral. Upon arrival, enjoy a walking tour with your tour leader. See the Catalan Gothic buildings including the Santa Day 5 Palau - La Maddalena - Caprera - Porto Cervo - Maria Cathedral with its imposing bell tower, Palazzo Guillot Olbia (approx. 45km) and San Francesco Church and the nearby San Michele church with its colourful tiled dome. Today join a full day excursion to Costa Smeralda (Emerald Coast), a stretch of land along the northeast coast of Sardinia, Overnight: Rina Club Hotel, Alghero or similar Italy. The Costa Smeralda is synonomous with dream-like Meals included: Breakfast beaches, isolated coves and inlets, and gently-changing shades Offer available for a limited time or until sold out. TRIPADEAL (NZ) LIMITED: 6844434 19 DAY HIGHLIGHTS TOUR THE ITINERARY of blue and green sea. This extraordinary panorama is dotted Day 6 Olbia - Nuoro - Cagliari (approx. 285 km) with Mediterranean plant life, numerous villas, golf courses, After breakfast, depart to Cagliari. On the way stop to Nuoro, tourist ports and homes hidden behind rocks shaped by the the Athens of Sardinia and enjoy a stroll with your tour leader wind in perfect harmony with with the environmental setting. through the historical centre. Step back in time as you walk Arrive in Palau where you will embark the ferry to Maddalena over age-old cobblestones along streets lined with old stone Island (approx. 20 minutes), one of Sardinia’s secret islands. houses, courtyards, porticos and little squares that seem It’s the big sister of around 60 islands and islets that make to appear out of nowhere. Afterwards, continue driving to up the archipelago to the northeast of Sardinia and the town Cagliari for the night. of La Maddalena is the only one in the archipelago. The Overnight: T Hotel, Cagliari or similar stone-paved alleyways of the town centre open onto 18th Meals included: Breakfast century buildings, including the town hall and the Santa Maria Maddalena parish. Three kilometres from the town centre is Day 7 Cagliari, Sardinia - Palermo, Sicily the Cala Francese inlet; between the Mediterranean brush After breakfast, join your tour leader for a walking tour of and the granite quarry, you can discover tranquil inlets and Cagliari, a picturesque historical district with sea views, incredible beaches. elegant shopping streets and panoramic terraces. It is known Afterwards, cross the Ponte Moneta (Coin Bridge) to the small for the hilltop Castello, a medieval walled quarter situated and beautiful island of Caprera, part of the La Maddalena high over the rest of the town. During the tour you will visit archipelago. It has been declared a Wildlife Sanctuary and one of the town’s main architectural highlights, the 13th- therefore is protected by strict building restrictions. Giuseppe century Cagliari Cathedral (entrance not included). In the late Garibaldi, the unforgettable hero of the Risorgimento, afternoon, you will be transferred to Cagliari port where you spent his last days on this small island and ordered that his will board the overnight ferry to Palermo (approx. 12 hours). ashes be buried here in a rough granite tomb. On the way The ferry will depart at 7:30 pm this evening. back stop at Porto Cervo, the undisputed kingdom of luxury Overnight: Tirrenia Ferry - twin-share cabin with private holidays. Its symbol is a small and charming village by the sea, facilities an architectural gem set in an area of natural beauty. In the Meals included: Breakfast summer, it becomes an extraordinary procession of hundreds of yachts and famous personalities; it is quite likely that you Day 8 Palermo, Sicily – Guided city tour will find yourself in the square, shopping with stars of the cinema and the television. In the late afternoon return back to Arrive into the port of Palermo at approx. 8:30am where you your hotel in Olbia. will be met and transferred to a traditional Sicilian coffee shop for breakfast. Afterwards, enjoy a guided tour (approx. 3 Overnight: For You Hotel, Olbia or similar hours) of some of the highlights of the Sicilian capital. The city Meals included: Breakfast is at the edge of Europe but at the centre of the ancient world, Offer available for a limited time or until sold out. TRIPADEAL (NZ) LIMITED: 6844434 19 DAY HIGHLIGHTS TOUR THE ITINERARY a place where souk-like markets rub against Baroque churches, volcano with your tour guide. Standing at approximately where date palms frame Gothic palaces. See sights such as the 3,326 metres tall, Mount Etna is the tallest active volcano in Palermo Cathedral and the Teatro Massimo, one of Italy’s most Europe outside of the Caucasus, and it’s an inspiring sight to famous opera houses. During the tour you will see the Norman behold. You will arrive at 1900m above sea level, where you Palace (entrance not included). The palace was the royal chapel will have the option to explore on your own, or take a cable of the kings of Sicily during the Norman domination and served car (not included) up to approximately 2500m above sea level. afterwards as the main seat of power for the subsequent rulers Afterwards arrive to Aci Castello and enjoy the remainder of of Sicily. Enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure to relax or the day at leisure. explore on your own. Overnight: President Park Hotel or similar, Aci Castello Please note: headsets will be available during the tour for Meals included: Breakfast those who have hearing issues. Day 11 Aci Castello – Syracuse – Aci Castello (approx. Overnight: Astoria Palace Hotel or similar, Palermo Day Meals included: Breakfast 150 km) Today depart for the UNESCO listed city of Syracuse. Once a 9 Palermo – Agrigento - Valley of Temples – San Leone major power in the ancient Mediterranean world, the city is (approx. 135 km) home to an abundance of both ancient Greek and Christian monuments and archaeological sites. Enjoy a walking tour After breakfast, depart for Agrigento, a hilltop city on Sicily’s with your Tour Leader and visit some of the highlights of this southwest shore.
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