Romantic Couple’s Tour to Southern Italy and Sicily

Couple in Celafu, Sicily, Italy

What to expect on this itinerary

Enchanting cities and captivating landscapes await you on this 7-day trip to Southern Italy and Sicily. Crafted with couples in mind, this exclusive vacation will begin in Rome and continue to Sorrento, Cosenza, and the gorgeous island of Sicily. Private tours and delicious dinners for two will be enjoyed at every destination. Visit the captivating island of Capri, Journey up Mt. Etna, and immerse yourselves in the iconic sites and cuisine with this 7-day tour.

Countries Visited

Italy

Places Visited

Rome, Sorrento, Taormina, Cosenza

Suggested Duration

7 Days

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Day 1

Rome – Visit the Trevi Fountain

Your 7-day vacation will begin when you land at Rome’s Fiumicino Airport. A private transfer will lead you to your luxurious hotel in the heart of the ancient city. After having some time to check in, you will set out with a local guide for a visit to the Trevi Fountain. During your visit, you will quickly see why the fountain is one of Rome’s most popular attractions. Once your tour of the fountain concludes, you can continue to stroll around the city at your leisure. Nothing else will be planned for the rest of the day.

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Day 2

Sorrento – The Enchanting Island of Capri

Day 3

Cosenza – Private Winery Visit with Tastings

Day 4

Taormina – Ferry Ride to Sicily and Sunset Dinner

Day 5

Taormina – Explore Mt. Etna and Giardini Naxos

Day 6

Taormina – Discover Villa Romana del Casale

Day 7

Taormina – Departure

Trip Highlights

  • Visit the iconic Trevi Fountain during a private tour in Rome
  • Discover the captivating island of Capri, which is known for its breathtaking landscapes
  • Explore an authentic winery with a private tour and tastings during your stay in the city of Cosenza
  • Enjoy a ferry ride from Reggio Calabria to the port of Messina, Sicily
  • Journey up the side of Mt. Etna during an exciting private tour
  • Uncover the best parts of Giardini Naxos, which is an idyllic town with fantastic beaches and restaurants
  • Tour Villa Romana del Casale, which is an ancient villa with preserved mosaics

Detailed Description

Stunning backdrops and remarkable destinations can be found all over Southern Italy and Sicily. Designed especially for couples, this wonderful vacation will begin when you land at Fiumicino Airport in Rome. The afternoon will feature your first discovery of ancient Rome with a guided visit to the Trevi Fountain. The following morning, you will transfer to the coastal town of Sorrento, where you will set out on an excursion to the captivating island of Capri. After you explore this gorgeous island, you will return to Sorrento for an enjoyable night.

The next morning, you will continue your travels in Cosenza. After arriving in this charming city, you will head out for a private winery visit. Your tour will take you to the vineyard and cellar, and you will enjoy several tastings of the best vintages. After one night in Cosenza, you will journey to the city of Reggio Calabria, where you will board a ferry for the breathtaking island of Sicily. The ferry will arrive in Messina, and a quick transfer will bring you to the spectacular town of Taormina, which will be your home for the next three nights.

The fifth day of the trip will feature a visit to Mt. Etna and the idyllic town of Giardini Naxos. Once your memorable visit to the volcano concludes, you will spend the afternoon in the town of Giardini Naxos. From the golden beaches to the intriguing shops and delicious restaurants, you can explore all Giardini Naxos has to offer. The next day, you will depart Taormina and journey to the town of Piazza Armerina, where you will enjoy a private tour of the ancient Villa Romana del Casale. Here, you will admire the well-preserved mosaics and learn about the storied history of the villa. After one last night in Taormina, a private transfer will lead you to Catania Fontanarossa Airport for your flight home.

Starting Price

$3,200 per person (excluding international flights)

Your Zicasso trip is fully customizable, and this sample itinerary is a starting place for your travel plans. Actual costs are dynamic, and your selection of accommodations and activities, your season of travel, and other such variables will bring this budget guideline up or down. Throughout your planning experience with your Zicasso specialist, your itinerary is designed around your budget. You can book your trip when you are satisfied with every detail. Planning your trip with a Zicasso travel specialist is a free service.

What's Included

The starting price is based on travel during the low season for a minimum of two travelers staying in shared 3-star accommodations. Please inquire for a custom trip quote based on your travel preferences and travel dates.

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Italy Trip Review: Taormina, Agrigento, Palermo, 8 Nights

Our Zicasso travel specialist did a fantastic job planning our family vacation for five adults.

Each hotel was top-notch. At the villa in Taormina, the rooms were luxurious, with unbelievable views of the bay and Mount Etna from private verandas. The staff were gracious and the restaurant's breakfast buffet delicious. Lunch and dinner were top-notch. The hotel in Agrigento was modern and the grounds were exceptional. It was close to the Valley of the Temples, with amazing views of the ruins from each room and the beautiful infinity pool. The hotel in Palermo was old-fashioned luxury with up-to-date facilities and close to the old town.

Our tour guides and drivers were excellent.

My only regret is that we only had 10 days to explore Sicily as there was so much more to see!

Our agent did a yeoman's job helping us plan this trip.

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Italy Honeymoon Review: Rome, Sorrento, Florence, Venice, Vineyard, Wine Experience, 11-Night Trip

Zicasso's tour company did a wonderful job of planning our dream honeymoon! Our travel agent took into consideration our wants and wishes, and created half- and full-day activities for us throughout the trip. We were able to visit four locations (Rome, Sorrento, Florence, and Venice) while in Italy. The trip was a perfect mix of relaxation and exploration. The tour company took away the stress of traveling and allowed us to enjoy the days without worries.

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Italy Luxury Travel Review: Amalfi Coast, Puglia, Sicily, History, Local Cuisine, Bike Tour, Cooking Class, 2 Weeks
"We recently had an amazing trip in southern Italy, organized by a Zicasso tour company that I can't recommend enough!"

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Italy Tour Review: Sicily, Archaeology, Cooking Class, Mount Etna, Art Class, Olive Oil and Lemon Farm, History, Guides, 1 Week

We loved Sicily! Zicasso's travel operator provided us with an amazing trip! Every guide and activity surpassed our expectations. From the archaeological parks to the cooking class at the palace, the art class, the Jeep tour of Mount Etna, the olive oil and lemon farm, but especially the guides she selected for us, it was pure joy! The history of that country is mind-boggling and fascinating to learn about.

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Italy Tour Review: Sicily, Herb Farm, 8 Nights

We could not have been more pleased with choosing this Zicasso tour operator to help us plan and coordinate our tour of Sicily. Having never been there and being seniors, we very much appreciated having drivers, guides, and hotels all taken care of for us. The drivers were always on time. The hotels were very good quality, with fantastic breakfasts included. Whenever we needed to reach our tour operator, they immediately responded. I'm spreading the word here in the States about this travel company.

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Italy Travel Review: Sicily, Ragusa, Cefalu, Siracusa, Taormina, Wine, Local Cuisine, 13 Days

The trip itself was OK. We loved getting to know Sicily and the itinerary provided by Zicasso's travel company was very interesting. The suggestion I would make for new travelers to this region is that they choose another time, instead of May. We expected warmer weather.

Another suggestion is that if you are going to rent a car, choose a small one. The cities are really small (downtown), so the streets are very narrow. You have to be very careful when driving. In Ragusa, a parking lot near the best part of the city should be recommended (I have already told the travel consultant about that).

As for the rest, everything went just fine and I would recommend visiting Sicily.

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