• 5-day self-driving car tour (4 nights) with hotel and rental car included to make the trip completely independent for discovering Sicily.

• 5-day self-driving car tour (4 nights) with hotel and rental car included to make the trip completely independent for discovering Sicily.

DAY 1: MESSINA AREA

• Arrival at Catania Airport. After picking up the rental car, departure for the Messina area. No activities are scheduled for this day. Free time to explore the city independently. Dinner and overnight stay in the Messina area.

DAY 2: LIPARI & VULCANO (excursion included)

• Breakfast at the hotel. Head to the port of Milazzo, park the car, and board the ferry for the day excursion to Lipari and Vulcano. After skirting the promontory of Capo Milazzo, we will disembark on Lipari, the largest island in the beautiful Aeolian archipelago, a UNESCO World Heritage site, where you can visit the island's historic center and its main attractions, namely the small archaeological museum of the Castle, the cemetery, the 12th-century Norman cathedral dedicated to Saint Bartholomew, and the archaeological park, while strolling through its characteristic streets. Return to the port of Lipari and board the ferry to Vulcano, our second stop. Do not miss the black beaches, thermal springs, sulfur mud baths, and, for those who wish to do a bit of trekking, we suggest climbing the crater. Return to Milazzo by ferry and transfer to the hotel for dinner. Overnight stay in the Messina area.

DAY 3: PANAREA & STROMBOLI

• Breakfast at the hotel. Today you are free to relax and explore the surroundings or take a swim at the beach or spend a day in Panarea and Stromboli.
  
  Suggested itinerary: Head to the port of Milazzo, park the car, and board the ferry for the day excursion to Panarea and Stromboli. The first stop is Panarea, the "VIP" island. Walk through the characteristic streets of the village, swim in the crystal-clear waters, and enjoy a few hours on the island. In about 45 minutes on foot or by taxi, you can reach the small prehistoric village of Capo Milazzese, dating back to 1400 BC. Return to the port and board the ferry to Stromboli; during the trip you can admire the characteristic islands in front of Panarea. In the afternoon departure for Stromboli; during the transfer you can admire the group of islands in front of Panarea. Before our second stop, visit the picturesque village of Ginostra from the sea. After docking at Stromboli Scari port, visit the island until sunset, then depart to admire Stromboli erupting at night, especially the Sciara del Fuoco, where active lava flows run. Return to Milazzo between 10:00 PM and 11:00 PM, depending on the time of sunset. Ask the hotel to prepare a cold dinner so you can find it upon your return. Overnight stay at the hotel.

DAY 4: MONTALBANO ELICONA & MEGALITHS OF ARGIMUSCO

• Breakfast at the hotel. Today you are free to relax and explore the surroundings or take a swim at the beach or spend a day in Montalbano Elicona and the Megaliths of Argimusco.
  
  Suggested itinerary: Head inland to the wonderful village of Montalbano Elicona, awarded in 2015 as the most beautiful village in Italy. A labyrinth of alleys leads to the castle, which dominates the historic center. You will be enchanted by the splendid views of the lush greenery. Take a walk around the town through the most beautiful corners of the village. Stop for lunch in one of the many trattorias or agriturismi offering authentic Sicilian cuisine. In the afternoon drive to the Megaliths of Argimusco. Here you can see the prehistoric megaliths (boulders) and at the same time enjoy a spectacular view of Mount Etna, the Aeolian Islands, the curious mountains of Rocca Salvatesta and Montagna di Vernà, Capo Tindari, Capo Calavà and Capo Milazzo. Return to the hotel in Messina for dinner 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 breakfasts and dinners in a 4-star hotel in the Messina area
• Excursion to Lipari and Vulcano* (*Departures are subject to changes due to marine weather conditions. Lunch and the eco-tax are not included)
• Category C car and "GOLD insurance" included

• Tourist tax in Lipari Euro 2.50 per person until May and from October, Euro 5.00 per person from June to September

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

• Full-day guided tour € 230
• Possibility of having a pre/post tour on request
• Ford Fiesta, Volkswagen Golf, Ford Focus, Toyota Auris Hybrid or similar € 7.00 per day
• BMW 1 Series manual transmission or similar € 16.00 per day
• Platinum insurance € 16.00 per day

• Messina area: Capo Peloro Resort

• The car can be delivered to a different airport from the one where it is picked up (upon request). Each day of rental is based on a 24-hour period; the vehicle must be returned punctually or within the following 59 minutes; Car pickup and drop-off at the airport will take place during Noleggiare’s opening hours; after those hours, the rental company will charge an extra fee. Please check before booking your flight!
• Norma Vacanze acts only as an intermediary between the customer and the rental company. In the event 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, with no involvement whatsoever from Norma Vacanze.
• Norma Vacanze is not responsible for accidents, delays, damage to or loss of baggage or personal belongings, nor for damage caused by third parties or by other events such as floods, storms, hurricanes, landslides, earthquakes, political unrest, terrorist attacks, strikes.
• Each customer may independently choose whether to follow the suggested itinerary or create one based on their own needs. However, it is essential to respect the schedule regarding the cities where overnight stays are planned.
• Cars are subject to availability and your category may not always be available. If category C is not available at the time of booking, a higher category will be offered with an extra cost that will be communicated before the confirmation of each booking.
• Hotel parking is not guaranteed; it will be possible in the surrounding areas.
• 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 cost it is possible to book Platinum insurance.
• Car pickup and drop-off at the airport will take place from 08:00 to 22:30 at the Noleggiare desk; after those hours, the rental company will charge an extra fee.
• Each day of rental is based on a 24-hour period; the vehicle must be returned punctually or within the following 59 minutes; after this period, an extra day of rental 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;
• Motor vehicle third-party liability insurance;
• Gold Plan insurance - eliminates deductibles for theft and damage. It also covers damage to glass and tires.
• Additional driver

THE RATES DO NOT INCLUDE:

• Fuel,
• Fines,
• Notification fees,
• One-way rental 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 missing fuel.
• A tolerance of 59 minutes is allowed, after which a full day will be charged.
• At the time of booking, the car category is guaranteed, not the model.

The Gold insurance includes

• With Gold, the deductible amount will not be charged. The "Gold" package eliminates deductibles for damage and total theft and also allows the deductible to be waived for damage to vehicle parts 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 damage caused by vandalism, riots, etc. are excluded.

Platinum insurance (upon request)

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

• 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 предусмотрed for no-show or voluntary interruption of a trip already begun.