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The Magic of Sicily by Air

Fully Escorted!

Join us in Sicily, where history, flavour, and stunning scenery await. Discover the beauty, history and warmth of this magical Island. From ancient ruins and dramatic coastlines to vibrant markets and authentic Italian charm, this holiday showcases the island at its very best. (Temperatures range from 19–27°C in March.)

Day 1

We travel to Gatwick for our flight to Catania, then transfer to our welcoming hotel in Acireale. Enjoy a refreshing welcome drink and time to relax before dinner.

Day 2

A full-day excursion to the elegant resort of Taormina, often called the “Pearl of the Mediterranean.” Explore its charming streets and visit the famous Greek Theatre with its stunning views of Mount Etna.

Day 3

A day at leisure in Acireale to relax or explore at your own pace. This evening, why not join our optional excursion to the picturesque fishing village of Aci Castello (£25pp).

Day 4

Today we visit Syracuse, once the most important city in ancient Greece. Explore its vibrant market and enjoy free time to discover this historic gem.

Day 5

Visit the UNESCO-listed Villa Romana del Casale, home to some of the most remarkable Roman mosaics in the world.

Day 6

Enjoy an excursion to Messina, a lively port city steeped in history and Sicilian character.

Day 7

This morning, experience the dramatic landscapes of Mount Etna, Europe’s highest active volcano. The afternoon is free to relax in Acireale before dinner at the hotel.

B, D

Day 8

Transfer to Catania Airport for return flight to Gatwick and coach to home area.

B=Breakfast Included, D=Dinner Included

GRANDE ALBERGO MAUGERI HOTEL, ACIREALE, SICILY ****

This 4-star hotel is located in Acireale's historic centre, just a 5-minute walk to shops, bars, reastaurants and Acireale Cathedral. The spacious en-suite bedrooms include free Wi-Fi, safe, hairdryer and TV.

PRICE INCLUDES

Return transfers to/from Gatwick Airport
Return flights from London Gatwick to Catania Airport
23kg of luggage
Return hotel transfers from/to Catania
7 nights bed & breakfast
2 evening meals in hotel (first and last night)
Entry to Roman Villa at Villa Romana del Casale
Excursions as described
Fully escorted by Karen Kirby

Passport required.

Unique ATOL reference: 5114

A deposit of £250 is required for these holidays with final payment due 120 days prior to travel. Passport details will be requested at time of booking. All prices are subject to increase of flight costs. This holiday cannot be booked through a Travel Agent due to ATOL license laws. Kirbys Coaches are acting as agent for Success Tours.

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Name	Address	Distance
Barking	Station Parade, IG11 8TU
Barkingside	Fullwell Cross, Bus Stop A - IG6 2EA
Basildon	Cherrydown East Bus Stop, SS16 5GT, Basildon
Brentwood	Brentwood, Outside The Dairyman
Chalkwell Park	Chalkwell Park Bus Stop, London Road
Chelmsford Victoria Road	Victoria Road CM1 1JR
Collier Row	White Hart Lane - Bus Stop out Tythe Court RM7 8LZ
Corringham Town Centre	Gordon Road, Bus Stop near Grover Walk SS17 7EY
Cranham	Front Lane/Moor Lane Junction Bus Stop RM14 1XJ Outside Restaurant Opp. Car Park
Dagenham	Church Elm Lane, Bus Stop L - RM10 9QS
Depot	Depot, Princess Road, Rayleigh
Galloway Pickup	Pickup tba for Galloway
Hadleigh Church	Hadleigh Church, Bus Layby
Harold Wood	Bus Stop A, Gubbins Lane, RM3 0DR
Hockley Spa	Hockley Spa, Bus Stop outside the Library
Holiday Inn, Brentwood	Holiday Inn Brentwood
Hornchurch.	Hornchurch Town Centre, outside Sutton Arms
Hutton	Hutton, Bus Stop just past the Chequers Pub
Ilford	Ilford, Bus Stop outside 6 Clements Road, IG1 1BA
Kavanaghs Rd	Kavanaghs Road/London Road, Brentwood
Palace Theatre	Palace Theatre Bus Stop
Pitsea	Outside what was Gala Bingo Hall, Pitsea
Queensway	Queensway Bus Stop (Behind the Odeon Cinema)
Rayleigh Stn	Rayleigh Railway Station
Romford	St Edwards Way - Bus Stop H - RM1 3DQ Out: Romford Shopping Hall
Sadlers Farm	Bus Stop on A13, just before Sadlers Farm roundabout, nr Romsey Road
Shenfield Stn	Shenfield Station, outside what was Barclays Bank
Shepherd & Dog Crays Hill	Shepherd & Dog, Crays Hill
Shotgate	Shotgate Post Office
South Green	Grange Parade Bus Stop, South Green, Billericay
Stanford Rookery Corner	Rookery Corner Stanford
Sun Corner	Sun Corner London Road - Billericay
TBA	Galloway Passengers ONLY
Thames Drive	Thames Drive Bus Stop
The Elms	Bus Stop outside Elms Public House, Leigh on Sea
The Oak Grays	The Oak Public House, Lodge Lane, Grays
Thorpe Bay Stn	Thorpe Bay Station, Acacia Drive (opp Station)
Thurrock Services,	Thurrock Services Coach Park, RM16 3BG
Upminster	Bus Stop M, St Mary's Lane- Upminster Outside St.Laurence Church RM14 2QJ
Vic Hse Cnr, Rayleigh Rd	Vic House Corner, (Rayleigh Road)
Websters Way	Websters Way, Rayleigh (but High Street on return)
White Horse	White Horse,Southchurch Road, Southend
Whittinghams Grg	Whittinghams Garage, opp Rochford Railway Station
Wickford	Halls Corner, opposite Police Station, Wickford
Woodford Green	Snakes Lane East, Bus Stop R - IG8 7HU