• 5-day self-drive tour (4 nights) with premium hotels and rental car included to make the trip completely independent while discovering Sicily.

• 5-day self-drive tour (4 nights) with premium hotels and rental car included to make the trip completely independent while discovering Sicily.

DAY 1: TAORMINA AREA

• Arrival at Catania airport. After picking up the rental car, depart for the Taormina area. Overnight stay

DAY 2: CASTIGLIONE DI SICILIA, FRANCAVILLA & ALCANTARA GORGES

• Breakfast at the hotel. Today you are free to relax and explore the surroundings or take a swim at the beach or visit Castiglione di Sicilia and the Alcantara Gorges.
  
  Suggested itinerary: Go to Castiglione di Sicilia, a small medieval town also known as the "city of wine," where you can admire its legendary castle, rich palaces, and churches. "Cannizzu" - a watchtower split in two after being struck by lightning - is truly impressive. The church of Santa Domenica also deserves a visit, a rare and precious example of a 7th-century Byzantine domed building. Then discover Francavilla di Sicilia, a beautiful town in the Alcantara valley, where in the 16th century a violent battle took place between Spaniards and Austrians. Here you can also visit the Capuchin monastery, founded in the 16th century. Then head to the Alcantara Gorges. The river water is always fresh and attracts hundreds of people who want to take a refreshing bath on hot summer days. To descend into the gorges you can take the stairs or there is an elevator that will take you down 50 meters to the river. The small beach area is great for dipping your feet, sunbathing, or if you wish to jump there are areas where you can dive. Return to the hotel. Overnight stay.

DAY 3: ETNA & TAORMINA

• Breakfast at the hotel. Today you are free to relax and explore the surroundings or take a swim at the beach or visit Etna and Taormina

  Suggested itinerary: Reach Etna, the highest peak in Sicily and the most active volcano in Europe. The territory surrounding the volcano forms the "Etna Park," one of the largest protected areas in Italy: You will be amazed by the great variety of vegetation and landscapes you will encounter along the way before reaching the "Silvestri Craters" (about 1,900 meters). From here on you will have the possibility to continue the excursion by jeep and cable car. Proceed to Taormina. While walking and discovering the surprising city of Taormina, you will see beautiful ancient buildings, including the 15th-century Palazzo Corvaja and an ancient Greco-Roman theater, the 2nd largest classical theater in Sicily. Discover the medieval area of the city with its narrow streets and old shops. Return to the hotel and overnight stay

DAY 4: CATANIA & SIRACUSA

• Breakfast at the hotel. Today you are free to relax and explore the surroundings or take a swim at the beach or visit Catania and Siracusa.

  Suggested itinerary: Go to Catania for a walking tour through the streets of Catania’s historic center, a UNESCO heritage site, with its baroque palaces and incredible monuments. Visit the open-air fish market, famous for its unique colors. Then continue to Siracusa, one of the most interesting archaeological sites on the island with its Archaeological Park, the Roman Amphitheater, the Greek Theater, the Ear of Dionysius, the Cordari Cave, Ortigia Island, the oldest part of the city with its splendid cathedral. Return to the hotel and overnight stay    

DAY 5: THE TOUR ENDS AFTER BREAKFAST

• Breakfast at the hotel and departure for Catania airport. Return the car at the rental desk. End of services

• 4 overnight stays in a 4* hotel in the Taormina area with breakfast included
• Category C car and "GOLD insurance" included

• Tourist tax to be paid locally;
• Lunches and dinners where not specified;
• Tips and personal extras;
• Luggage handling service;
• Fuel;
• Highway tolls;
• Parking fees;
• Tickets for airplane, ship, train, or bus;
• Entrance fees to monuments and archaeological parks;
• Everything not expressly indicated under "Included Services".

• HD local guide in Syracuse or Taormina € 150
• Full-day guided tour € 230
• Possibility to have a pre/post tour on request
• Ford Fiesta, Volkswagen Golf, Ford Focus, Toyota AuriS Hybrid or similar € 7.00 per day
• BMW series 1 manual transmission or similar € 16.00 per day
• Platinum insurance € 16.00 per day

• Taormina area: Albatros Beach Hotel, Hotel Antares, Caesar Palace

• The car can be delivered at a different airport from the pickup location (upon request). Each rental day has a 24-hour fraction, the vehicle must be returned on time or within the following 59 minutes; Car pickup and delivery at the airport will be during Noleggiare company opening hours; after these hours the rental company will charge an extra fee. Please check before booking your flight!
• Norma Vacanze only acts as an intermediary between the customer and the rental company. In case of disputes with the rental company or accidents, the rules established in the contract signed at the airport between the customer and the rental company apply, without any involvement of Norma Vacanze.
• Norma Vacanze is not responsible for accidents, delays, damage or loss of luggage or personal items, nor for damages caused by third parties or others such as floods, storms, hurricanes, landslides, earthquakes, political unrest, terrorist attacks, strikes.
• Each customer can independently choose whether to follow the suggested itinerary or instead create one according to their own needs. It is however essential to follow the schedule related to the cities where overnight stays are planned.
• Cars are subject to availability and your category may not be available at all times. If category C is not available at the time of booking, a higher category will be offered with an extra charge that will be communicated before confirming each booking.
• Hotel parking is not guaranteed, it will be possible in the surrounding area.
• The rate includes the rental of a category C car for the entire duration of the stay with the "GOLD" insurance package; with an extra charge it is possible to book the Platinum insurance.
• Car pickup and delivery at the airport will be from 08:00 to 22:30 at the Noleggiare booth; after these hours the rental company will charge an extra fee.
• Each rental day has a 24-hour fraction, the vehicle must be returned on time or within the following 59 minutes; after this period an extra rental day will be charged at the official rate.
• Drivers must have a credit card for check-in.

THE RATE INCLUDES:

• Category C car, unlimited mileage;
• 22% VAT;
• Airport, railway, and car fees;
• Car liability insurance - car civil liability;
• Gold Plan Insurance - eliminates deductibles for theft and damage. Also covers glass and tire damage.
• Additional driver

THE RATES DO NOT INCLUDE:

• Fuel,
• Fines,
• Notification fees,
• Rental for drop-off at another airport,
• Child seat,
• GPS navigator,
• Fuel recovery service, a surcharge of €30.00 will be applied if the car is returned with more than 5 liters of fuel missing.
• There is a tolerance of 59 minutes, after which a full day will be charged.
• At the time of booking, the car category is guaranteed, not the model.

Gold insurance includes

• With Gold, the deductible amount will not be charged. The "Gold" package eliminates the deductibles for damages and total theft and allows the elimination of the deductible also for damages to parts of the vehicle not covered by the "Silver" package and includes coverage for glass and tires. Partial theft, attempted theft, roof damage, damage to the underside of the vehicle, interior damage, and damages caused by vandalism, riots, etc., are excluded.

Platinum Insurance (on request)

• If the customer purchases a "Platinum" package, the deductible amounts for theft (including partial theft and attempted theft) and damages (including damages to the roof, underside of the vehicle, and interiors) will be eliminated, and the PAI services (which cover the driver in case of death, permanent disability, and accidents, with a maximum coverage up to €100,000) and "Road Assistance Plus" 24h roadside assistance (covers all towing costs in case of an accident with fault and for any other event occurring during the rental) are included.

• Cancellations up to 15 days before departure with full refund.
• Cancellations from 14 to 8 days before departure, 30% penalty.
• Cancellations from 7 to 4 days before departure, 50% penalty.
• In case of cancellation within 3 days before departure, 100% penalty.
• No refund is provided for no-shows or voluntary interruption of a trip already started.