Athens, Peninsula and Sicily End Palermo (2026)
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Athens, Greece
Athens, Greece Athens, Greece
Tripoli, Greece
Tripoli, Greece Tripoli, Greece
Olympia, Greece
Olympia, Greece Olympia, Greece
Patras, Greece
Patras, Greece Patras, Greece
Igoumenitsa, Greece
Igoumenitsa, Greece Igoumenitsa, Greece
Igumenitsa, Greece
Igumenitsa, Greece Igumenitsa, Greece
Brindisi, Italy
Brindisi, Italy Brindisi, Italy
Alberobello, Italy
Alberobello, Italy Alberobello, Italy
Matera, Italy
Matera, Italy Matera, Italy
Naples, Italy
Naples, Italy Naples, Italy
Capri Island, Italy
Capri Island, Italy Capri Island, Italy
Sorrento, Italy
Sorrento, Italy Sorrento, Italy
Salerno, Italy
Salerno, Italy Salerno, Italy
Paula, Italy
Paula, Italy Paula, Italy
Messina, Italy
Messina, Italy Messina, Italy
Taormina, Sicily, Italy
Taormina, Sicily, Italy Taormina, Sicily, Italy
Giardini Naxos, Sicily, Italy
Giardini Naxos, Sicily, Italy Giardini Naxos, Sicily, Italy
Butera, Italy
Butera, Italy Butera, Italy
Palermo, Sicily, Italy
Palermo, Sicily, Italy Palermo, Sicily, Italy
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Days 1, 2, 3
Athens
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Day 3
Tripoli
3
Day 3
Olympia
4
Days 3, 4
Patras
5
Day 4
Igoumenitsa
6
Day 4
Igumenitsa
7
Days 4, 5
Brindisi
8
Day 5
Alberobello
9
Day 5
Matera
10
Days 5, 6
Naples
11
Day 6
Capri Island
12
Day 6
Sorrento
13
Days 6, 7
Salerno
14
Day 7
Paula
15
Day 7
Messina
16
Days 7, 8
Taormina, Sicily
17
Day 8
Giardini Naxos, Sicily
18
Day 8
Butera
19
Days 8, 9, 10
Palermo, Sicily
Athens
Athens

Day 1

Welcome to your tour with Europamundo! We’ll transfer you to the hotel and you’ll have some free time. In the afternoon, you’ll find information about the start of your tour on the boards located at the hotel reception.
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Athens
Athens

Day 2

We´ll embark on a city tour of Athens with a local guide, visiting landmarks such as the Presidential Mansion, the Panathenaic Stadium where the first modern Olympic Games were held, the National Library, and the bustling squares of the city center. We´ll also explore the newer neighborhoods that developed after the 2004 Olympic Games. The tour will conclude at the Acropolis (admission not included). In the evening, we´ll provide a transfer to the historical neighborhood of Plaka, renowned for its charming Greek tavernas and opportunities to immerse yourself in the rich folklore of this country.
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Athens - Tripoli - Olympia - Patras
Athens - Tripoli - Olympia - Patras

Day 3

We’ll travel to the Peloponnese, making a brief stop at the Corinth Canal, an impressive engineering marvel from the late nineteenth century. Continuing through the mountains, we’ll reach Tripoli, the capital of the Arcadia region. Here, we’ll take a break to explore the bustling Aeros Square, known for its cafes and restaurants. Our journey will then take us to Olympia, where we’ll visit the Archaeological Site with a local guide (tickets included). The first Olympic Games were held here in 776 B.C., attracting athletes from all over Greece and its colonies. Highlights of the site include the Temple of Zeus, the Stadium, the Gymnasium, and the Arena. Next, we’ll proceed to Patras, the third largest city in Greece, with a remarkable medieval fortress and the largest cathedral in the country. Adjacent to the cathedral is the small church of St. Andrew, a significant place of pilgrimage. Dinner will be included.
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Patras - Igoumenitsa - Igumenitsa - Brindisi Ferry - Brindisi
Patras - Igoumenitsa - Igumenitsa - Brindisi Ferry - Brindisi

Day 4

After breakfast, we’ll cross the Rio–Antirrio Bridge, a spectacular suspension bridge that connects the Peloponnese with the Greek mainland. We’ll travel through the regions of Central Greece and Epirus. Upon arrival in Igoumenitsa, a port town, there will be time for a stroll before boarding the modern ferry at 02:00 p.m. to sail across the Ionian Sea to Italy. We’ll reach Brindisi by the end of the day, around 09:00 p.m., where we’ll spend the night.
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Brindisi - Alberobello - Matera - Naples
Brindisi - Alberobello - Matera - Naples

Day 5

Today, we’ll visit two extraordinary and authentic towns. Our first stop will be Alberobello, famous for its unique conical-shaped houses known as trulli. These distinctive structures, with their stacked stone roofs, are a UNESCO World Heritage Site and represent a remarkable example of Italian rural architecture. Next, we’ll head to Matera, located in the Basilicata region, renowned for its ancient historic center and the Sassi di Matera—a complex of ancient dwellings and buildings carved into the rock, dating back thousands of years. Not only is it a World Heritage Site, but also one of the oldest continuously inhabited human settlements in the world. In the afternoon, after enjoying an included lunch in Matera, we’ll continue our journey through Basilicata and Campania, taking in the beautiful mountain landscapes. We’ll arrive in Naples by evening, where you’ll have free time to explore.
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Naples - Capri - Sorrento - Salerno
Naples - Capri - Sorrento - Salerno

Day 6

After breakfast, we’ll head to the port of Naples to board a ferry to the Island of Capri, where we recommend taking the funicular up to Capri town to stroll around and enjoy the stunning views. After lunch, we’ll reboard and head to Sorrento, a charming tourist town nestled at the base of a cliff, where you’ll have free time to wander. Our journey will then take us to the Gulf of Salerno, where we’ll stay in the city of Salerno.
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Salerno - Paola - Mesina - Taormina
Salerno - Paola - Mesina - Taormina

Day 7

We’ll journey to the south of the boot, marveling at the stunning southern Italian scenery as we cross the Cilento National Park. We’ll arrive in Paola, located on the shores of the Tyrrhenian Sea, where we’ll visit the Sanctuary of St. Francis of Paola and enjoy free time for lunch in its charming historic center. Our adventure will then take us to Villa San Giovanni, where we’ll board a short ferry crossing to the island of Sicily. Upon arrival in Messina, we’ll have time to stroll around the cathedral. Finally, we’ll continue to Taormina. Dinner will be included.Note: Accommodation will normally be in the Taormina region, but on certain dates, lodging may be provided in Messina.
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Taormina - GIARDINI NAXOS - Villa Romana del Casale - Palermo
Taormina - GIARDINI NAXOS - Villa Romana del Casale - Palermo

Day 8

At the foot of Mount Etna lies the beautiful city of Taormina, described by Churchill as the most beautiful place on earth. Early in the morning, we will head to Giardini Naxos, the first Greek settlement in Sicily (founded in 734 B.C.), with its lovely seafront promenade and popular beaches. Afterwards, we will have time to stroll through the lively old town of Taormina, with its stunning Greek Theater overlooking unforgettable landscapes.After lunchtime, we continue to the Roman Villa of Casale (admission and guided tour included), a UNESCO World Heritage Site. In the Roman Empire, villas symbolized agricultural wealth and exploitation. At Casale, not only has the 4th-century architectural layout been preserved, but thanks to their richness and quality, the mosaics decorating nearly every room are considered the most beautiful of the Roman world.Crossing the mountainous heart of the island, we continue on to Palermo, arriving at the end of the day. Dinner included.
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Palermo
Palermo

Day 9

Today, we’ll embark on a guided city tour of Palermo with a local expert. Highlights include the cathedral, famous for its blend of architectural styles and royal tombs (admission included), and the Palazzo dei Normanni, a former royal palace with fountains, markets, and gardens. We’ll also visit Monreale to see its cathedral (admission included), a UNESCO World Heritage Site celebrated for its breathtaking golden mosaics that adorn the entire interior. The afternoon is yours to enjoy at your leisure.Note: For smaller groups, the tour may be conducted as part of a regular excursion offered by local companies instead of a private tour.
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Palermo
Palermo

Day 10

After breakfast, our journey will come to an end, leaving you with wonderful lasting memories.
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Português
Day 1: Athens
Day 2: Athens
Day 3: Athens, Tripoli, Olympia, Patras
Day 4: Patras, Igoumenitsa, Igumenitsa, Brindisi
Day 5: Brindisi, Alberobello, Matera, Naples
Day 6: Naples, Capri Island, Sorrento, Salerno
Day 7: Salerno, Paula, Messina, Taormina, Sicily
Day 8: Taormina, Sicily, Giardini Naxos, Sicily, Butera, Palermo, Sicily
Day 9: Palermo, Sicily
Day 10: Palermo, Sicily
  • Europamundo General Services: Travel by bus with Spanish and Portuguese speaking guide, basic travel insurance, hotel and breakfast buffet.
  • Includes arrival transfer
  • City tour in: Athens, Palermo
  • Excursion: Monreale in Palermo
  • Ticket admission: Casale Roman Villa, Cathedrals of Palermo and Monreale
  • Ferry: Igumenitsa (GR) / Brindisi (IT), Nápoles/ Capri/ Sorrento , San Giovanni / Messina in Sicily
  • 1 Lunch Included in: Matera
  • 1 Dinner Included in: Patras

Possible accommodations

ATENAS
  • NOVOTEL ATHENES 4*
PATRAS
  • MOXY PATRAS MARINA 3*
BRINDISI
  • PALAZZO VIRGILIO 4*
NAPOLES
  • NH NAPOLI 4*
SALERNO
  • GRAN HOTEL SALERNO 4*
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