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Join us for our most
in-depth Sicily expedition ever as we delve into one of the most fascinating
islands in the Mediterranean. In Malta, visit Valletta, a UNESCO World Heritage
Site and an architectural masterpiece. Follow ancient trade routes aboard the Clipper Odyssey, charting a course for
the Roman theaters and villas of Taormina, Piazza Amerina, and Lipari. And, of
course, no Sicily and Palermo tour is complete without food and wine! We stop
at several vineyards, sample olive oil straight from the press, visit local
outdoor markets, and savor the best local cuisine. Cin, cin!

Circumnavigation of Sicily Expedition
Highlights:

• A Palermo tour, including ornate Baroque churches, domed
  Arab mosques, the 12th-century cathedral, and the Archaeological Museum
  with its Punic and Greek art.
• An evening cruise near the active Stromboli Volcano for
  sunset photos and a chance to see the Stromboli “fireworks” from the
  ship’s deck.
• Ample wine tasting and gourmet luncheons, including Marsala
  wines and vintages from the Licata region.
• In true Sicily adventure travel style, a cable car excursion
  up Mt. Etna, then 4x4 vehicle tour to the main crater, at 9,000 feet.
• The Saint John Catacombs, the Archaeological Park, and the
  oldest temple in Sicily, the 6th-century B.C. Apollo Temple, all in the
  Syracuse region.

What to expect:

For
Sicily and Palermo adventure travel, a moderate level of exertion is required.
Most of our excursions will include walking tours through archaeological sites
or medieval villages, with uneven paths and cobblestone streets. For these Sicily
expeditions, we ask that you can walk one to three miles unaided, navigate
stairs, and stand for long periods of time. Optional hikes may require more
exertion. We’ll travel during the spring, with optimum temperatures ranging
from the mid-50°s to mid-70°s. With a spirit of adventure and moderate level of
energy, participants are bound to love Zegrahm’s first-ever Sicily tour.