Sicily & Malta
Sicily & Malta
From Sicily’s Ancient Wonders To Malta’s Timeless Charm
Join us at the perfect time of year to visit two of the Mediterranean’s most interesting and historic islands, each so different from the other.
After our stay in Sicily we take a flight to Malta via Rome. Blessed with a warm, sunny climate year-round, friendly, English-speaking people, and 7,000 years of intriguing history, Malta, which had a long association with Britain, is a wonderfully surprising vacation destination. The diverse nationalities that have occupied Malta over the centuries have blended to result in a uniquely Maltese culture. The narrow meandering streets of the towns and villages are crowded with Renaissance cathedrals and Baroque palaces, and the countryside is dotted with some of the oldest known human structures in the world, which is why Malta has often been described as an open-air museum.
In Malta we stay at the first-class Doubletree by Hilton, located right on the promenade overlooking the Bay of St. Paul. The small town of Bugibba is just a few minutes’ walk from the hotel and offers a variety of shops, cafés, bars and restaurants. Features of the hotel include restaurants, bar, casino, comfortable lounges, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, spa, exercise classes and live music on most nights. The comfortable guestrooms have a seaview and are contemporary in design. Wi-Fi is complimentary throughout the lobby and rooms. We will overnight in Rome en route home at an airport hotel.
Your Tour Package Includes:
- Flights with Air Canada, ITA & KM Malta Airlines
- First-class & superior comfort hotels
- Breakfast and dinner daily (mineral water and wine included with dinners)
- 8 lunches
Why You’ll Love Touring With Us:
Home Pick-up/drop-off (from Most Cities)
Convenient Flights & Transfers
Carefully Selected Hotels
Cultural & Authentic Dining Experiences
Excursions With Expert Local Guides
Exceptional Tour Manager
Comprehensive Insurance Plan
All Taxes, Gratuities & Fees
Itinerary
Day 1Departure
We depart for Palermo, Sicily with a change of planes in Rome.
Day 2Palermo
We arrive in Palermo and transfer to our hotel for a 2-night stay. The balance of the day is at leisure, followed by a Welcome Dinner at a local restaurant.
Day 3Palermo/ Monreale
Explore Palermo’s Old and New quarters before visiting the magnificent Monreale Cathedral (entrance included), a true architectural masterpiece. See the Teatro Massimo and Politeama Theatre (exterior) and experience the vibrant atmosphere of the Capo Market.
Day 4Erice/ Marsala
Visit the medieval hilltop town of Erice, perched high above the coast, and explore its historic streets and cathedral (entrance included). In the afternoon, continue to Marsala, renowned for its historic centre and world-famous wines.
Day 5Mazara Del Vallo
Visit Mazara del Vallo, one of Sicily’s main fishing ports, and explore the “Satiro Danzante” Museum (entrance included). Enjoy a light lunch at a local winery/farm.
Day 6Mozia
Enjoy a boat ride to the island of Mozia to explore the remains of an ancient Phoenician city. Discover its unique setting, surrounded by traditional salt marshes and windmills.
Day 7Agrigento / Riviera Dei Ciclopi Area
We travel inland to the Valley of the Temples in Agrigento, one of the most outstanding examples of Greek architecture, and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Lunch is included before we proceed to the eastern side of Sicily and our hotel in the Riviera dei Ciclopi area north of Catania, for a 2-night stay.
Day 8Syracuse / Riviera Dei Ciclopi Area
We drive to the ancient city of Syracuse, and we’ll visit the island of Ortigia, the Spring of Arethusa Fountain. Afternoon at leisure followed by a walking tour of the historical city centre of Catania.
Day 9Taormina / Catania / Flight To Malta
We visit the charming cliffside town of Taormina for a scenic walking tour, before proceeding to the airport for our flight to Malta. Upon arrival in Malta, we transfer to our hotel for a 6-night stay in seaview rooms!
Day 10Three Cities Tour
This morning, we’ll have a welcome orientation followed by a half-day guided excursion to the historic Three Cities, including a visit to the Inquisitor’s Palace and a traditional dgħajsa boat ride through the picturesque harbour creeks
Day 11Valletta
Our city tour of Malta’s capital, Valletta, will include the Upper Barrakka Gardens, St. John’s Co-Cathedral, the Grandmaster’s Palace, the Armoury, and a viewing of the film The Malta Experience.
Day 12Mdina
Our morning excursion is to the Ta’ Qali Crafts Village where you can admire the local artisans at work and find some souvenirs. We then continue to Mdina, Malta’s old capital city, with a visit to the Cathedral and the catacombs in Rabat.
Day 13Gozo
On today’s full-day excursion, we take the short ferry ride to Malta’s second largest island, Gozo. Here we visit the sites of Fontana Cottage, the Citadel, Gozo Cathedral, Dwejra inland sea, and the prehistoric temples. Lunch is included while in Gozo.
Day 14Grand Harbour Cruise
A delightful cruise around the Grand Harbour with beautiful views of Valletta.
Day 15Malta / Rome
Morning free at leisure. After a late lunch proceed to the airport for your flight to Rome. Upon arrival overnight in a hotel near Rome airport.
Day 16Return
We transfer to the airport for our flight home.
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Departure Dates
- Mar 8, 2027 – Mar 23, 2027$9,397.00 CADPer PersonIncluding Taxes and FeesPer Person Including Taxes and Fees
- Mar 15, 2027 – Mar 30, 2027$9,597.00 CADPer PersonIncluding Taxes and FeesPer Person Including Taxes and Fees
Packages
Double Occupancy
$8,997.00 CADFromPer Person
Add-on Costs
Single Supplement
Single Supplement
$1,190.00 CADFrom
Departure City
Vancouver
$190.00 CADFromPer PersonEdmonton
$190.00 CADFromPer PersonCalgary
$190.00 CADFromPer PersonWinnipeg
Includes an overnight in Montreal on the return
$290.00 CADFromPer PersonToronto
$0 CADPer PersonOttawa
$190.00 CADFromPer PersonMontréal
$190.00 CADFromPer PersonHalifax
$190.00 CADFromPer Person
Special Cancellation Terms For Your Peace Of Mind
You may cancel your tour up to 60 days prior to departure (120 days prior for tours requiring a visa, cruises or rail journeys) for any reason, and receive a full refund of your deposit / payment (less the $75 administration fee).
Cancellation & trip interruption insurance included!
Included in the cost of your tour is our Cancellation Insurance Policy, which provides coverage in case of emergency injury or illness (including Covid), right up to your date of departure (terms and conditions apply).
Our Manulife Out-of-Country Health Insurance Plan covers expenses related to Trip Interruption in case of emergency injury or illness. For tours within Canada, Senior Discovery Tours will cover such expenses (terms and conditions apply to all policies).