Sicily & Malta Small Group Tour – 14 Days of Culture, Cuisine & Mediterranean Wonders

Discover the best of Sicily and Malta on this immersive 14-day escorted tour. From ancient Greek temples and Baroque towns to Mount Etna’s volcanic landscapes and Malta’s medieval walled cities, this carefully designed small-group journey (maximum 22 travelers) delivers authentic experiences, premium accommodations, and seamless travel arrangements.

Perfect for travelers seeking a luxury Sicily tour, Malta cultural vacation, UNESCO heritage sites, and authentic Mediterranean cuisine experiences, this program blends history, gastronomy, and breathtaking scenery into one unforgettable itinerary.

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Detailed Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1 – Tuesday: Depart for Italy

Begin your journey to the heart of the Mediterranean with your overnight flight to Sicily.

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Day 2 – Wednesday: Arrival in Palermo

Welcome to Palermo, Sicily’s vibrant capital. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel and relax.
This evening, meet your Tour Manager for a welcome orientation followed by dinner.

Overnight: Palermo
Meals: Dinner

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Day 3 – Thursday: Palatine Chapel & Palermo City Tour

Explore Palermo’s extraordinary heritage, starting with the breathtaking Palatine Chapel, a UNESCO-listed masterpiece inside the Palazzo dei Normanni. Marvel at its golden mosaics blending Norman, Arab, and Byzantine artistry.

Continue through Palermo’s historic center including:

• Palermo Cathedral

• Piazza dei Quattro Canti

• Piazza Pretoria

Experience Sicily’s living traditions with a visit to a historic Puppet Theater, a cultural art form dating back to the 15th century.

Overnight: Palermo
Meals: Breakfast

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Day 4 – Friday: Segesta, Farm Lunch & Erice

Travel through western Sicily to admire the magnificent Temple of Segesta, a stunning 5th-century BC Doric temple perched dramatically on a hilltop.

Enjoy a traditional Sicilian farm lunch with olive oil tasting before continuing to medieval Erice, offering panoramic views and charming cobbled streets.

Overnight: Marsala Area
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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Day 5 – Saturday: Salt Pans & Motya Island

Visit the scenic salt pans of western Sicily before cruising across the Stagnone Lagoon to Motya, a former Phoenician trading hub. View the celebrated Motya Charioteer statue and explore ancient ruins.

Dinner tonight features fresh seafood overlooking the Mediterranean.

Overnight: Marsala Area
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

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Day 6 – Sunday: Valley of the Temples

Discover the awe-inspiring Valley of the Temples, one of the world’s most impressive Greek archaeological sites. These remarkably preserved temples date back to 430–510 BC and dominate the landscape of Agrigento.

Overnight: Agrigento
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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Day 7 – Monday: Sicilian Cooking Experience & Piazza Armerina

Participate in a hands-on Sicilian cooking class using fresh local ingredients.

Later, visit the UNESCO-listed Villa Romana del Casale, home to some of the finest Roman mosaics in existence.

Overnight: Ragusa
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

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Day 8 – Tuesday: Ragusa-Ibla & Modica

Explore Baroque Ragusa and its historic district Ragusa-Ibla. Continue to Modica, world-famous for its artisanal chocolate traditions.

Visit an aromatic herb garden and learn about Mediterranean culinary herbs.

Overnight: Ragusa
Meals: Breakfast

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Day 9 – Wednesday: Noto & Syracuse

Discover Baroque Noto before continuing to Syracuse, one of the greatest cities of the ancient Greek world.

Tour the archaeological park including:

• Greek Theater

• Roman Amphitheater

• Ear of Dionysius

End the day in Catania, beneath Mount Etna.

Overnight: Catania
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

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Day 10 – Thursday: Mount Etna & Taormina

Ascend Europe’s most active volcano, Mount Etna, via cable car and vehicle to 9,000 feet. Learn about its dramatic geological history.

Continue to Taormina, a glamorous hilltop town known for spectacular coastal views and its ancient Greek Theater.

Overnight: Catania
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

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Malta Extension – Mediterranean Jewel

Day 11 – Friday: Arrival in Malta & Valletta

Fly to Malta and begin sightseeing in Valletta, the stunning walled capital built by the Knights of St. John. Explore its Baroque streets and cross the Grand Harbor to the historic Three Cities.

Overnight: Sliema
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

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Day 12 – Saturday: Gozo Island

Visit Malta’s sister island, Gozo, including the prehistoric Ggantija Temples, among the oldest free-standing structures in the world. Enjoy a Mediterranean tasting lunch.

Overnight: Sliema
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

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Day 13 – Sunday: Mdina & Rabat

Explore St. Paul’s Catacombs in Rabat before visiting Mdina, Malta’s silent medieval city. Continue to Palazzo Parisio in Naxxar.

Tonight, enjoy a farewell dinner celebrating your Mediterranean journey.

Overnight: Sliema
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

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Day 14 – Monday: Depart Malta

Transfer to the airport for your return flight home.

Meals: Breakfast

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Package Highlights

✔ Small Groups – Maximum 22 Travelers Guaranteed
✔ Roundtrip Flights (NY–Palermo / Malta–NY)
✔ Intra-flight Catania–Malta
✔ 12 Nights First-Class Hotels
✔ 24 Meals Included
✔ All Transfers & Porterage
✔ Professional English-Speaking Tour Manager
✔ Comprehensive Guided Sightseeing & Entrance Fees
✔ Unique Cultural Experiences & Cooking Class
✔ Wireless Audio Headsets for Touring Comfort

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Why Book This Sicily & Malta Tour?

• UNESCO World Heritage Sites

• Authentic Sicilian & Maltese cuisine experiences

• Mount Etna volcano excursion

• Small-group personalized travel

• Premium accommodations & seamless logistics

Limited space available – reserve your seat today and experience the Mediterranean like never before.

👉 Contact us now for departure dates, pricing & early booking advantages.