"Chinese Tour" 14-Day Italy & Sicily Discovery Tour

In the morning, depart for the ancient city of Civita di Bagnoregio. This ancient city is located on a hilltop and is connected to the outside world only by a narrow, long bridge. From a distance, it looks like a castle in the sky, hence it is known as [The Dying City] (public bus entry at your own expense). Afterwards, depart to visit Siena's [Piazza del Campo] and [Siena Cathedral] (exterior). Siena is one of Italy's charming medieval cities, and along with Florence, it is one of the two major ancient art cities in Tuscany, a fruitful medieval city. Check into a hotel in Siena or its surroundings that evening.

After breakfast, we will visit Florence, Xu Zhimo's 'Fei Leng Cui'. We will visit the 【Florence Cathedral】(exterior) and 【Piazza della Signoria】. Florence is located in Tuscany, Italy, in the western basin of the central Apennine Mountains, and is famous for its handicrafts. Afterwards, we will head to Pisa to visit the 【Leaning Tower of Pisa】(exterior), as well as the prosperous buildings of the medieval Mediterranean maritime city. The Cathedral Square, where these monumental buildings are clustered, is known as 【Piazza dei Miracoli】, giving a completely different feeling from other city squares in Italy. The historical buildings scattered with white marble exude a bright and lively atmosphere. We will stay overnight in Pisa or a nearby hotel.

After breakfast, depart for Italy's paradise, [Cinque Terre] (self-paid train ride into the villages). Cinque Terre is a collective name for five cliff-side villages: Monterosso, Vernazza, Corniglia, Manarola, and Riomaggiore. Visitors can stroll through them (due to time constraints, the guide will arrange walks in two villages as appropriate), and experience the beauty of rural Italy. Overnight stay in Milan or a hotel nearby.

After breakfast, head to Milan city for sightseeing and shopping at the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, the Renaissance military fortress Sforza Castle (exterior), and the masterpiece of Gothic architecture Milan Cathedral (optional activity). Afterwards, we will visit Sirmione, a charming town in northern Italy and a pearl on the shores of Lake Garda. Sirmione is a beautiful European town, vibrant with flowers, located next to the Lake Garda shoreline, bathed in sunshine, and boasting a serene and elegant environment. Check into a hotel in Venice or its surroundings for the night.

*For Milan Cathedral, it is recommended to purchase tickets for 11:00 AM in advance: https://ticket.duomomilano.it/en/categoria/biglietti/

After breakfast at the hotel, we will travel to Venice, the "Queen of the Adriatic" (optional boat trip to the island). Venice's charm is described as "streets as canals, boats as cars, streets winding through emerald waters, every house a picture-perfect scene." We will visit St. Mark's Square and the Bridge of Sighs, and take a gondola ride (optional) to experience the allure of Venice. Overnight in Rimini or its surrounding area.

After breakfast, visit the Rimini area, then the medieval town of Assisi. This is the birthplace of the Catholic saint, Saint Francis, whose Franciscan Order has a large following worldwide, making Assisi a holy place for Catholics. Check into a hotel in Rome or its surrounding area in the evening.

After breakfast, travel to Rome, an ancient city steeped in over two thousand years of history. A fusion of East and West, Rome is like a museum, worthy of careful exploration. At the Spanish Steps, reminisce about the film "Roman Holiday," and make a wish at the Trevi Fountain. Visit Piazza Venezia. Lunch is around 12:30 PM, with a short rest allowed. In the afternoon, explore the Colosseum (optional, at your own expense) and the Arch of Constantine. Overnight in Rome or the surrounding area.

***Please note: Due to visitor restrictions and long queues at the Colosseum, it is recommended to book tickets online in advance after confirming the time slot.

Please book tickets for 13:45-14:00. Ticket booking website: https://colosseo.it/

Depart from Rome to visit [Pompeii] (Optional activity). Pompeii is an ancient city with a long history, located in the Campania region at the southwestern tip of the Apennine Peninsula, about 20 kilometers from the beautiful Bay of Naples. It is a summer resort with mountains behind it and the sea in front. Afterwards, we will head to Naples. Naples is a city in southern Italy, one of the scenic spots in the Mediterranean, a large port city at the foot of Mount Vesuvius, with picturesque scenery. Visit [Castel Nuovo] in the old city of Naples, the Catholic church - [Basilica of San Francesco di Paola], the residence of the King of Naples - [Royal Palace of Naples], and the art gallery named after the Italian monarch - [Galleria Umberto I]. In the evening, take a ferry from Naples pier to Palermo and stay overnight on the cruise. (The cruise is expected to depart at 20:00 and arrive in about 10 hours)

[Important Notes]

1. Due to the need for accurate guest name, gender, date of birth, and passport number information for cruise bookings, please make sure to fill in the order accurately when registering, otherwise, the booking cannot be made;
2. Choosing a single room for the entire trip does not include a single cabin. The cabins are defaulted to quadruple inside cabins, and there is a possibility of sharing a room with people of the opposite sex. If you need to upgrade, additional fees apply, as detailed in the optional activities. If the number of people for the upgrade is not met, the price difference needs to be paid.
3. Days 8 and 13 of this itinerary involve round-trip cruises to Sicily. Cruises are different from land travel and are affected by many factors such as weather, sea conditions, military control, diplomatic incidents, strikes, or cruise malfunctions. If the cruise is suspended, we will adjust the route to travel from San Giovanni, a town in southern Italy, to Messina to embark or disembark in Sicily.

In the morning, explore Palermo. Most of the main attractions are concentrated in the area northwest of the train station. Two main streets extend north: Via Roma to the east and Via Maqueda to the west. From the Quattro Canti, Via Vittorio Emanuele leads west to [Palermo Cathedral] and [Norman Palace] (optional tour). [Teatro Massimo] and [Praetorian Fountain] are also nearby. After lunch, head to Agrigento to visit [Valley of the Temples] (optional tour) and [Scala dei Turchi]. Stay overnight in Agrigento or a nearby hotel.

In the morning, we will travel to the Old City of Syracuse, the birthplace of Archimedes, the ancient Greek scientist and philosopher. Syracuse boasts a magnificent ancient Greek theater, the largest in Sicily, and is surrounded by numerous ancient ruins. Rich in historical sites, Syracuse was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2005. It was once a prominent city on the Mediterranean coast, a place where ancient Greek and Roman civilizations met and clashed. Here, you can visit the ruins of the ancient Greek theater, the Dionysian Ears (also known as the "Cat Ear Cave") (optional), the Syracuse Cathedral, and the Temple of Apollo. Overnight in Syracuse or the surrounding area.

In the morning, we will meet and head to Catania for sightseeing, including the Cathedral Square, Agatha Christie Cathedral, and the Elephant Fountain. After lunch, we will drive to Taormina, a scenic city with stunning views: the vast blue Ionian Sea on one side and the majestic Mount Etna on the other. We will visit the 9th of April Square and the Greek Amphitheatre (optional). Overnight in Taormina or a nearby hotel.

After breakfast, depart from the hotel to the summit of Europe's famous active volcano, 【Mount Etna】 (optional tour). We will admire the magnificent beauty of Mount Etna and the surroundings of the crater from a safe distance. Afterwards, we will head to the hotel to rest and check into a hotel in Taormina or nearby.

In the morning, depart for Cefalù, a charming seaside town in northern Sicily. Compared to Palermo, Cefalù is more delicate, maintaining its historically sculpted appearance. Arrive at the Beach of Angels (Cefalù Beach). Finally, arrive at the Port of Palermo, where you'll spend the night on a cruise ship bound for Naples.

Depart from Naples' southern pier and stop in Sorrento, renowned for its citrus groves and panoramic waterscapes, not to mention its unique pastel-colored architecture clinging to the cliffs. Enjoy the magnificent coastal scenery before heading to Rome, where the tour concludes.

Note: All times indicated on this webpage are for reference only. Actual arrival times may be delayed due to various unforeseen circumstances such as weather, traffic jams, accidents, holiday events, riots, or strikes. We apologize for any inconvenience. If you have subsequent travel plans and need to take other transportation to other cities, we strongly recommend that you allow at least 3 hours of free time to avoid inconvenience caused by tour delays. Our company will not be responsible for any losses incurred due to insufficient free time allocated for your self-arranged itinerary. Thank you for your understanding.