We Love —
- This enchanting journey to Sicily’s east coast, where the stunning landscapes of Mount Etna and the sparkling waters of the Ionian Sea await.
- Exploring the island at your own pace with your hire car and enjoying the refreshing sea breeze.
- Tasting authentic Sicilian street food, like arancini, panella and a pistachio cannoli to finish.
Customer reviews —
Your itinerary in brief —
- Day 1: Arrival in Catania
- Day 2: Catania
- Day 3: Syracuse and Ortigia
- Day 4: Noto and Marzamemi
- Day 5: Modica and Raguse
- Day 5: Departure from Catania
7 night road trip:
- Days 1 - 3: Similar to the 5 night itinerary
- Day 4: Noto
- Day 5: Marzamemi
- Day 6: Modica and Raguse
- Day 7: Cavagrande
- Day 8: Departure from Catania
9 night road trip:
- Day 1 - 7: Similar to the 7 night itinerary
- Day 8: Caltagirone
- Day 9: Scicli or Donnafugata Castle
- Day 10: Departure from Catania
Please note that your hotels may be located inside or outside cities and towns. You may park your car inside or outside the hotels (subject to availability). Additional charges may apply on-site.
Your itinerary in detail —
5 night tour
DAY 1: ARRIVAL IN CATANIA
Arrive in the lively city of Catania, where your Sicilian road trip begins. Collect your car and get on the road to your hotel, admiring the incredible view of Mount Etna on your way.
- Collect hire car from Catania airport
- Check in at your hotel
- Overnight at your hotel
DAY 2: CATANIA
- Breakfast included
- Overnight at your hotel
DAY 3: SYRACUSE AND ORTIGIA
Spend your morning discovering Syracuse’s rich history with a visit to its archaeological park, home to the grand Greek Theatre and ancient Roman Amphitheatre. In the evening, wander through Ortigia's charming streets, enjoy the scenic waterfront, and dine on exquisite Sicilian cuisine at a local restaurant.
- Breakfast included
- Overnight at your hotel
DAY 4: NOTO AND MARZAMEMI
Depart for Noto, a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its well preserved 18th century buildings and historical significance. Spend your time exploring its churches and palaces, savouring local Moscato di Noto, and in the afternoon stroll through the charming village of Marzamemi, a picturesque seaside village with a charming harbour.
- Breakfast included
- Overnight at your hotel
DAY 5: MODICA AND RAGUSA
Explore the historic towns of Modica and Ragusa by car, starting with Modica's stunning Baroque architecture and renowned chocolate shops. Continue to Ragusa, where you can admire its beautifully preserved old town, stroll through charming streets, and soak in panoramic views from its elevated position.
- Breakfast included
- Overnight at your hotel
DAY 6: DEPARTURE FROM CATANIA
- Breakfast included
- Check out from hotel
- Return hire car to airport
7 night tour
DAY 1: ARRIVAL IN CATANIA
Arrive in the lively city of Catania, where your Sicilian road trip begins. Collect your car and get on the road to your hotel, admiring the incredible view of Mount Etna on your way.
- Collect hire car from Catania airport
- Check in at your hotel
- Overnight at your hotel
DAY 2: CATANIA
- Breakfast included
- Overnight at your hotel
DAY 3: SYRACUSE AND ORTIGIA
Spend your morning discovering Syracuse’s rich history with a visit to its archaeological park, home to the grand Greek Theatre and ancient Roman Amphitheatre. In the evening, wander through Ortigia's charming streets, enjoy the scenic waterfront, and dine on exquisite Sicilian cuisine at a local restaurant.
- Breakfast included
- Overnight at your hotel
DAY 4: NOTO
Depart for Noto, a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its well preserved 18th century buildings and historical significance. Spend your time exploring its churches and palaces, savouring local Moscato di Noto, and strolling its elegant streets.
- Breakfast included
- Overnight at your hotel
DAY 5: MARZAMEMI
After breakfast at the hotel, depart for Marzamemi, an ancient fishing village that has retained all its authenticity. Stroll along its harbours, wander through its narrow streets and admire its characterful buildings, or take time to unwind on one of its quaint beaches.
- Breakfast included
- Overnight at your hotel
DAY 6: MODICA AND RAGUSA
Explore the historic towns of Modica and Ragusa by car, starting with Modica's stunning Baroque architecture and renowned chocolate shops. Continue to Ragusa, where you can admire its beautifully preserved old town, stroll through charming streets, and soak in panoramic views from its elevated position.
- Breakfast included
- Overnight at your hotel
DAY 7: CAVAGRANDE
Start your day hiking down the Scala Cruci trail to swim in the natural pools at the bottom of the Cavagrande del Cassibile canyon. Enjoy a Sicilian meal in the nearby seaside town of Avola before retreating back to your hotel.
- Breakfast included
- Overnight at your hotel
DAY 8: DEPARTURE FROM CATANIA
- Breakfast included
- Check out from hotel
- Return hire car to airport
9 night tour
DAY 1: ARRIVAL IN CATANIA
Arrive in the lively city of Catania, where your Sicilian road trip begins. Collect your car and get on the road to your hotel, admiring the incredible view of Mount Etna on your way.
- Collect hire car from Catania airport
- Check in at your hotel
- Overnight at your hotel
DAY 2: CATANIA
- Breakfast included
- Overnight at your hotel
DAY 3: SYRACUSE AND ORTIGIA
Spend your morning discovering Syracuse’s rich history with a visit to its archaeological park, home to the grand Greek Theatre and ancient Roman Amphitheatre. In the evening, wander through Ortigia's charming streets, enjoy the scenic waterfront, and dine on exquisite Sicilian cuisine at a local restaurant.
- Breakfast included
- Overnight at your hotel
DAY 4: NOTO
Depart for Noto, a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its well-preserved 18th century buildings and historical significance. Spend your time exploring its churches and palaces, savouring local Moscato di Noto, and strolling its elegant streets.
- Breakfast included
- Overnight at your hotel
DAY 5: MARZAMEMI
After breakfast at the hotel, depart for Marzamemi, an ancient fishing village that has retained all its authenticity. Stroll along its harbours, wander through its narrow streets and admire its charming buildings, or take time to unwind on one of its quaint beaches.
- Breakfast included
- Overnight at your hotel
DAY 6: MODICA AND RAGUSA
Explore the historic towns of Modica and Ragusa by car, starting with Modica's stunning Baroque architecture and renowned chocolate shops. Continue to Ragusa, where you can admire its beautifully preserved old town, stroll through charming streets, and soak in panoramic views from its elevated position.
- Breakfast included
- Overnight at your hotel
DAY 7: CAVAGRANDE
Start your day hiking down the Scala Cruci trail to swim in the natural pools at the bottom of the Cavagrande del Cassibile canyon. Enjoy a Sicilian meal in the nearby seaside town of Avola before retreating back to your hotel.
- Breakfast included
- Overnight at your hotel
DAY 8: CALTAGIRONE
DAY 10: DEPARTURE FROM CATANIA
- Breakfast included
- Check out from hotel
- Return hire car to airport
Important information about your tour and visits: The hotels, which comply with local standards, are indicative and may be changed locally for hotels of a similar category. The itinerary is subject to changes due to compelling reasons such as delayed flights, weather conditions or other cases of force majeure. The order of visits is also subject to change without affecting the overall experience of the itinerary.
Your optional excursions —
Your hotels —
Hand-picked just for you
Maximum room capacity
During your stay, you will be accommodated in the following hotels:
In the region of Catania or Syracuse:
- Hotel Nettuno 4*
- Villa Favorita Noto 4*
- Lanterne Magiche Ortigia
- Agriturismo Badiula
In the region of Raguse or Modica:
- Relais Parco Cavalonga 4*
- Modica boutique hotel 4*
- Poggio del Sole 4*
If the hotels listed above are unavailable, you will be provided with comfortable accommodation in similar hotels. Local standards apply.
Single rooms available at an extra cost.
Your dining choices
This is a bed and breakfast stay.
Optional extras —
eSIM with 1GB - 5GB internet
Enjoy easy access to the internet with a handy 1GB - 5GB eSIM, bookable at the next stage of the booking process. Install your eSIM before departure in just a few taps.
Note: please check that your phone is eSIM-compatible before departure.
eSIM with 5GB internet
Enjoy easy access to the internet with a handy 5GB eSIM, bookable at the next stage of the booking process. Install your eSIM before departure in just a few taps.
Note: please check that your phone is eSIM-compatible before departure.
eSIM with 3GB internet
Enjoy easy access to the internet with a handy 3GB eSIM, bookable at the next stage of the booking process. Install your eSIM before departure in just a few taps.
Note: please check that your phone is eSIM-compatible before departure.
Your journey to Sicily —
Flights:
You will be able to choose your airline and flight times when you make your booking. This flight may include one or more stopovers. The stopover may be technical (without a change of aircraft) or transit (with a change of aircraft).
Luggage information
Luggage, meals and other services on board may be subject to an additional fee on certain airlines. It is possible to view details of luggage allowances when you choose your flights at the next stage of the booking process. If luggage is not included with your flight, please go to the airline's website before your departure to purchase your luggage for an additional fee.
For domestic flights, airlines do not always offer the option of reserving luggage. In this case, you will need to pay for it at the airport counter.
You will receive all the information you need to check in for your flights after you have made your reservation.
Car hire:
This package includes car hire, granting you autonomy to explore new horizons at your own pace! Embrace spontaneity as you journey through diverse landscapes, whether it's a scenic coastal drive, an adventure through rugged mountains, or a leisurely tour of charming towns. Renting a car empowers you to tailor your road trip experience to your preferences, turning each twist and turn of the road into a thrilling adventure. Important information if you are planning to book your own flights: In order to organise the pick-up of your vehicle at the airport, please inform us of your flight times within 48 hours of your booking by filling in the dedicated form in your member account. Without this information, you will not be able to collect your vehicle.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION: - This is available for arrivals at Palermo and Catania airports ONLY. - If the specified car category is not available, another category with the same characteristics will be issued. - In the event of non-use or partial use of the rental vehicle, no refund will be given. - EUROPCAR and HOLIDAY CAR RENTAL only accept the following debit cards: VISA DEBIT, MASTERCARD DEBIT, V-PAY. Prepaid and/or electronic cards and not linked to a customer bank account will not be accepted. - The card must be in the name of the driver. - A deposit on your credit card will be requested upon arrival at the agency. The deposit will be returned to you if the car is returned undamaged and with a full tank of petrol. - Otherwise, in addition to the fuel surcharge, a service charge of approximately 12.50 € will be applied. The above rates are valid for periods of at least 1 day (1 x 24 h). The vehicle must be returned at the same time as it was picked up. - Any delay of more than 30 minutes will incur an additional charge of one day according to the official local rate applied by the rental company, to be paid on the spot. - Minimum age of driver: 25 years old and in possession of a driving licence for more than one year. - Please note that from 21 to 24 years old there is the possibility to take the car with a "Young Driver" supplement of € 21,00 per day to be paid on the spot at the car rental counter. The price includes: - Unlimited mileage rental - VAT 22% - Airport charges and taxes (12% of the rental price). - Insurance: PAI (personal accident insurance) (driver and passengers); CDW: coverage of the risks of damage to the vehicle with a deductible of € 1,210.00; TW: theft or fire of the vehicle with a deductible of € 1.710,00 The price does not include: - Anything not expressly mentioned in the paragraph "the price includes". - Fines - 2nd and/or 3rd driver - Collection of the car outside the opening hours of the rental office. Important information regarding non-flight offers: In order for your rental car to be available upon arrival, please provide us with your flight schedule within 48 hours of your booking by filling out the dedicated form in your member account. Without this information, your car may not be available in time.
Your destinations —
Syracuse
The landscape of Sicily is beautiful and varied. In the north-east, Mount Etna, with its fertile slopes and valleys, supports a number of vineyards. In the south-east there are the beautiful forest-covered mountains; the landscape characterised by soft hills, with vineyards, olive groves, almond trees, citrus and the characteristic carob trees. To the west, the landscape becomes gentler with soft, rolling hills, and it is here one finds long sandy beaches. The weather is mild all year round and temperatures will not normally drop below 15 degrees, even in the coldest months.
Sicily is rightly considered one of the world’s most iconic travel destinations. It is the largest island in the Mediterranean and has long been known as a 'melting pot' of ancient cultures due to its location on the major Mediterranean shipping routes.
Syracuse is a city that combines rich architectural and cultural treasures with the charm of the ancient Sicilian countryside. Rich in Baroque architecture and witness to the splendour of Magna Graecia, it was conquered by Romans, Byzantines, Arabs and Normans, all of whom left an indelible mark on the city's culture.
Noto
Welcome to an island of delectable cuisine, vibrant culture, and dramatic, rocky coastlines. Sicily boasts a landscape abundant with art and nature. With Etna and the seas of Jonio, the baroque splendour of Noto (26km) and the beauty of Siracusa all within easy reach, you can explore an unforgettable territory brimming with stories of times past and present.
Admire Baroque treasures protected by Unesco in the beautiful town of Noto. Lose yourself in the elegant alleys of Ortigia (11km), in Siracusa. Breathe in the silence of the protected reserves and marine areas, (Cavagrande 25km and Plemmirio 11km).
This land inspires memorable adventures and discoveries for all. For those who wish to relax on the beaches, this is a paradise as there are many wonderful sandy spots to discover...
Modica
This is the perfect location for those who want all the trappings of a Mediterranean escape, with the culture and entertainment of a city nearby.
The stunning city of Modica and the district known as the "Sacred Heart" has plenty to offer, and not only for shoppers! It is also an ideal starting point from which to discover the magic world of the baroque-style old Modica Bass, just 2 miles away.
Whilst the cathedral in Modica was rebuilt following an earthquake in 1693, many parts of the city have their roots in the Middle Ages. The city of Modica has some of the most beautiful Baroque architecture in Sicily. Meanwhile, there are several beaches on the nearby coast to enjoy.
