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Old World Sicily & Malta
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Length
12 Days
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Starts in
Sliema (Malta)
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Ends in
Taormina (Sicily, Italy)
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Available Tour Start Dates
MAR 11, 2026 to JUN 19, 2027
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Activity Level
Moderate
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Style
Fully-Guided
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Language
English
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Guaranteed Date(s)
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Small Group
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$3,749.00
Overview
Explore Sicily and Malta – two island paradises nestled amongst the deep blue waves of the Mediterranean. Engage with Malta’s dynamic past on a leisurely 4-night stay. Explore the charms of Ragusa with a guide. Spend three nights in Taormina, perched above the Ionian Sea. See Mount Etna from a different perspective on an off-road excursion. Discover how ancient traditions blend into modern society as you travel along timeless Italian and Maltese towns.
Visited During Tour
Malta | Ragusa (Sicily, Italy) | Sliema (Malta) | Taormina (Sicily, Italy)
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Tour Itinerary
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Tour Itinerary
Collette Tour Code 710-1
Some details of this tour vary by departure date. Please select a departure date below to view the applicable details:
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1Overnight Flight
You’re on your way to Malta and Sicily – legendary isles nestled amongst the deep blue waves of the Mediterranean. Discover how ancient traditions blend into modern society as you travel along timeless Italian and Maltese towns.
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2Sliema, Malta
Start your journey with a 4-night stay in Sliema, a welcoming Maltese resort town with a lively waterfront promenade. Stretch your legs and take in views of Marsamxett Harbour and Manoel Island. Uncover Malta’s deeply rooted heritage, teeming with mysterious prehistoric temples and Renaissance architectural masterpieces. This evening, get to know your fellow travelers over a welcome dinner.
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- Dinner
Accommodations: Land's End Boutique Hotel -
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3Sliema - Valletta - Sliema
Begin your adventure with a panoramic sailing of Valletta’s (UNESCO) Grand Harbour aboard traditional dghajsa boats* before exploring the Maltese capital during a walking tour led by a local expert. View the skyline of the Three Cities from the Upper Barrakka Gardens and take in the elegant profile of the Grand Master’s Palace. Then, enjoy some time to explore on your own. This afternoon, visit the private home of a modern-day Knight of Malta before hopping on the local ferry* back to Sliema for an evening at leisure.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Accommodations: Land's End Boutique Hotel -
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4Sliema - Maltese Village Experience
Enjoy a morning at leisure. Perhaps you’ll join a half-day optional tour to Mdina – the “Silent City” and Malta’s ancient capital. This afternoon, immerse yourself in Maltese traditions as you board a retro bus for a village where daily life and customs remain unchanged. Experience an Impact Moment as you are hosted for dinner at a local band club. Band clubs have a special place in the community. A source of intense pride and with a solid place in Maltese social culture, the band club's premises are an ideal meeting point for locals to exchange gossip, play a game of pool, or engage in village festa activities.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Accommodations: Land's End Boutique Hotel -
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5Sliema
The entire day is yours. With free time, you might choose to relax in Sliema or venture back to Valletta for a visit to Caravaggio’s masterpiece housed in Saint John’s Co-Cathedral. Or, join an optional full day exploration of the Isle of Gozo,* the second largest island of the Maltese archipelago and home to the Ggantija temple complex (UNESCO), which is older than Stonehenge.
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- Breakfast
Accommodations: Land's End Boutique Hotel -
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6Sliema - Ferry to Sicily - Ragusa, Italy
Early this morning, grab your bags** and hop on a ferry*** to Sicily. Pause in the seaside town of Pozzallo for a Sicilian breakfast. As in most of Italy, breakfast in Sicily is a simple but tasty affair, traditionally consisting of a pastry and cappuccino. Continue your culinary exploration of the Sicilian countryside with an Impact Moment: a visit to a family-owned herb farm to learn about their production of organic aromatic plants. Then, during lunch, enjoy dishes enlivened with herbs grown on the farm. A delightful way to experience the region’s unique and delicious flavors. This afternoon, settle into your hotel for a leisurely 3-night stay in Ragusa.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
Accommodations: Hotel Pietra d'Acqua -
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7Ragusa
Make your way through Ibla (UNESCO), Ragusa’s time-worn neighborhood, perched upon a hill. Meander through this late-Baroque district with an expert guide, passing by winding lanes, cobblestone streets, and wrought iron balconies. Make the most of a free afternoon to explore on your own. As the sun sets, linger in town for dinner on your own.
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- Breakfast
Accommodations: Hotel Pietra d'Acqua -
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8Ragusa
The day is yours to do as you please. With free time, you might choose to relax in Ragusa. Or, perhaps you will join an optional tour to the picture-perfect towns of Scicli and Modica (UNESCO), where you’ll enjoy a savory brunch featuring fresh ricotta at a countryside restaurant before venturing to an Aztec chocolate shop for some sweet samples.
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- Breakfast
Accommodations: Hotel Pietra d'Acqua -
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9Ragusa - Siracusa - Taormina
Take in the rugged landscape of southeastern Sicily en route to Siracusa (UNESCO). Then, it’s your choice! Explore the fascinating streets of Ortigia and find out more about local culture and traditions in the company of a local expert -OR- take in views of the old town during a panoramic boat ride. This afternoon, relax during a bus transfer to Taormina, a charming resort town perched high above the Mediterranean Sea.
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- Breakfast
Accommodations: Excelsior Palace Hotel -
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10Taormina - Mount Etna - Taormina
See Sicily’s wilder side on an off-road adventure to Mount Etna (UNESCO). Stare up at the iconic peak as your vehicle climbs along the sides of Europe’s largest active volcano. Spend the day exploring this legendary giant, passing by lava formations and basalt rocks before pausing for lunch at a local home. Back in Taormina, enjoy an evening at leisure.
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- Breakfast
- Lunch
Accommodations: Excelsior Palace Hotel -
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11Taormina
Discover Taormina with a local guide, leading you to the city’s Duomo, public gardens, and the well-preserved Greek theater. Walk in the footsteps of ancient attendees and take in an unparalleled viewpoint of the adjacent ocean. Spend the free afternoon on your own. Perhaps you’ll grab a bite to eat at a sidewalk café, or peruse the local boutiques for handcrafted souvenirs. This evening, gather with your fellow travelers as you recount memories of the Mediterranean islands accompanied by Sicilian food at dinner, surrounded by local musicians.
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- Breakfast
- Dinner
Accommodations: Excelsior Palace Hotel -
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12Taormina - Tour Ends
Say goodbye to Sicily and the Mediterranean as your tour comes to a close today.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
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A Day in Gozo Island
Location: Malta
Price: $139.00 per person
Embark on a full-day exploration of the isle of Gozo, the second largest island of the Maltese archipelago. A short ferry ride takes you to across to Malta’s greener neighbor, home to the Ggantija temple complex (UNESCO), which is older than Stonehenge. Uncover this UNESCO site with a local expert and learn about Gozo’s 7,000 years of history. Pause for lunch at a local restaurant before enjoying a panoramic drive highlighting the many captivating legends of Gozo. Discover for yourself why the great epic poet Homer identified Gozo as the home of the nymph Calypso who kept Ulysses captive here for seven years. Duration approximately 9 hour(s). Transportation is included. A minimum of 10 passenger(s) is required to operate this option. This option must be booked at least 30 days prior to departure. The ferry boat ride is 20-25 minutes each way and is dependent on weather and sea conditions. -
Mdina, the Silent City
Location: Malta
Price: $65.00 per person
Spend your morning in Mdina, the Silent City. Your tour begins with an exploration of the site that is traditionally identified with Saint Paul’s Grotto, where legend holds that this is where Paul the Apostle stayed when he arrived on the island in 60 CE. Then, set off on foot through the narrow, winding streets of Mdina for an intimate look at Malta’s ancient capital, absconded in the countryside and protected for centuries before the arrival of the Knights of Malta. Duration approximately 4 hour(s). Transportation is included. A minimum of 10 passenger(s) is required to operate this option. St. Paul's Grotto can only be reached via a steep staircase and may be unsuitable for travelers with claustrophobia. -
Sicily's Baroque Valley:Scicli & Modica with Lunch
Location: Sicily
Price: $125.00 per person
Journey to Sicily’s Baroque Valley, known for its ornate historic architecture. Discover UNESCO World Heritage sites in Scicli and Modica. The town of Scicli dates back to the 3rd century BC and is home to a number of centuries-old churches. Visit a local farm for brunch and learn about two local specialties: ricotta cheese and sausage. The hilly city of Modica, dating back to the 2nd century BC, is renowned for its baroque architecture and breathtakingly detailed facades. Taste Modica’s historically rooted artisanal chocolate, based on flavorful Aztec recipes of millennia ago. This tour will immerse you in the alluring culture and history of the Baroque Valley. Duration approximately 8 hour(s). Transportation is included. A minimum of 8 passenger(s) is required to operate this option. -
Land's End Boutique
Price: $160.00 per person -
Excelsior Palace Hotel Taormina
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Hotel Caparena
Price: $200.00 per person
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Tour extensions are 1-night in length, unless noted otherwise.
Accommodations
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Land's End Boutique Hotel
Land's End Boutique Hotel
Day 2 to 5
Location: 42 Tigné Seafront, Tas-Sliema, Tas-Sliema, Malta
Hotel Pietra d'Acqua
Hotel Pietra d'Acqua
Day 6 to 8
Location: Contrada Petraro, , Ragusa, 97018, Italy
Excelsior Palace Hotel
Excelsior Palace Hotel
Day 9 to 11
Location: Via Toselli, 8, Taormina, 98039, Italy
More Details
Collette is informing us of the following additional details regarding their Old World Sicily & Malta tour:
Some details of this tour vary by departure date. Please select a departure date below to view the applicable details:Highlights
- Malta
- Grand Harbour Boat Ride
- Valletta
- Impact Moment
- Ferry to Sicily
- Aromatic Herb Farm Tour
- Ragusa-Ibla
- Siracusa
- Taormina’s Greek Theatre
- Mount Etna Off-Road Excursion
Highlights
Must Sees
- Explore Valletta (UNESCO), the capital of the Knights of Malta, a city “built by gentlemen for gentlemen.”
- Pass by Baroque architecture and wrought iron balconies on a winding walking tour of Ragusa (UNESCO).
- Spend three nights in Taormina (UNESCO) and explore its iconic Greek theater.
Cultural Experiences
- Soak up the island ambiance of Malta with a 4-night stay in Sliema.
- Delve into Maltese culture during a tour of a traditional limestone village.
- Ascend the sides of Mount Etna (UNESCO) in off-road vehicles.
Culinary Experiences
- Explore the flavors of Maltese cuisine during a family-style dinner at a local band club.
- Pause for a Sicilian cappuccino and pastry breakfast at a local “bar.”
- Visit a family-owned organic herb farm and enjoy a lunch flavored with delicious aromatic plants.
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Cultural Experiences
Culinary Experiences
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