Palermo - the capital of Sicily
- every week
- 4 days
Day 1 | Welcome to Palermo
Departure from Sofia Airport with a direct airline flight Wizz Air or Ryanair. Landing at Palermo airport and transfer to the city.
The walking tour will immerse us in the atmosphere of Palermo – a city where centuries of history have left an impressive mark on the architecture, culture and way of life. Phoenicians, Greeks, Romans, Arabs, Normans, Spaniards and French have all left their marks, turning Palermo into one of the most colorful cultural centers of the Mediterranean.
We will start from Porta Nuova, located right next to the impressive Palace of the Normans (Palazzo dei Normanni) and the famous Palatine Chapel. We continue to Cathedral of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary„, impressive with the combination of different architectural styles.
The walk takes us to Quatro Canti Square„ – one of the most recognizable symbols of the historic center, and then to Pretoria Square„ with the magnificent Fountain of Shame. We will see and La Martorana Church„, where Byzantine mosaics, medieval architecture and Baroque elements create an extremely impressive ensemble.
Next Teatro Massimo – the largest opera house in Italy and one of the most impressive opera buildings in Europe.
Free time to explore Palermo on your own and the opportunity to visit some of the city's iconic landmarks - Church of San Cataldo„, known for its characteristic red domes, the Capuchin catacombs or the bustling market „"La Vucciria"“, reminiscent of its atmosphere of traditional Arab markets.
For those who wish, there will be an opportunity for an organized visit to The Norman Palace and the Palatine Chapel. The palace was the center of power of the Sicilian rulers in the Middle Ages, and today it is the seat of the regional parliament of Sicily. At its heart is the Cappella Palatina, a royal chapel that uniquely combines Byzantine, Arab and Norman traditions, which have become a symbol of Sicily's cultural diversity.
Free time. Check-in at the hotel. Overnight.
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Day 2 | Palermo-Erice-Trapani
Day 3 | Cheffau and Castelbuono
Breakfast. Free time in Palermo or as desired full-day excursion to Cefalu and Castelbuono.
Departure for Cefalu – one of the most picturesque seaside towns in Sicily, known for its charming historic center, narrow streets and beautiful views of the Mediterranean Sea. A walking tour of the old town and a visit to the impressive Cefalu Cathedral, built in the characteristic Norman style and has become one of the symbols of the city.
Free time for walking and taking pictures, with the possibility of beach, as well as for visiting Mandraliska Museum„, housing a valuable collection of works of art, archaeological finds and historical artifacts.
We continue to Castelbuono – a picturesque medieval town nestled among the green slopes of the Madonie Natural Park. We will walk through the charming historic center with narrow streets, ancient buildings and cozy squares that preserve the authentic atmosphere of a Sicilian mountain town.
Free time for a walk and the opportunity to feel the peaceful rhythm of life in Madonie.
Return to Palermo. Overnight stay.
Day 4 | Palermo - Montreal
Price per person from
- Double room – €459
The price includes
- Plane ticket for direct flight Sofia - Palermo - Sofia on "Wizz air" or "Ryanair" airline, including airport taxes and 1 small hand luggage up to 10 kg. (with dimensions 40x30x20 cm)
- Airport - hotel - airport transfer
- 3 nights with breakfast in a *** hotel in the Palermo area
- Walking tour in Palermo
- Insurance "Assistance when traveling abroad" of Insurance Company "Euroins" AD with assistance and liability limit 10,000 EUR
- Assistance in Bulgarian throughout the stay
The price does not include
- Tourist tax in Italy, which is paid at the reception of each hotel - 2-4 EUR per tourist per day (in a 2* and 3* hotel) and 4-6 EUR per tourist per day (in a 4* hotel)
- Entrance fees to museums, sites and events visited at will
- Trip Cancellation Insurance (We recommend that you take out this insurance!)
- Full-day excursion to Cefalu and Castelbuono
- Full-day excursion to Erice and Alcamo
- Tips for driver and tour guide: 2 EUR per tourist per day (to be paid on site in cash). The cultural characteristics of the destination suggest paying a tip in the specified amount, which shows respect for the work of the persons concerned and makes a pleasant impression
Optionally available
- Full-day excursion to Erice and Trapani (ticket for the Erice-Trapani panoramic cable car is not included in the price)
- Full-day excursion to Cefalu and Castelbuono
- Visit to the Norman Palace and the Palatine Chapel
- Checked baggage up to 10 kg (both ways) per tourist - price subject to additional confirmation at the time of booking
- Checked baggage up to 20 kg (both ways) per tourist - price subject to additional confirmation at the time of booking
- Surcharge for adjacent seats on the plane (round trip) - per tourist (subject to confirmation)
- Priority boarding surcharge
Additional information
- The excursion takes place with a minimum of 20 registered tourists.
- The airline reserves the right to change flight times.
- Fuel taxes in case of fuel price increase: Fuel prices are calculated based on fuel quotes (905 USD / ton and exchange rate 1.09 EUR / USD). In case of fuel price increase - calculated in euros - up to 9,99%, the company will bear the increase at its own risk. In case of fuel price increase - calculated in euros - equal to or exceeding 10%, the company reserves the right to introduce a fuel tax. The amount of the fuel tax for round-trip travel per tourist in case of fuel price increase from 10-19,99% will be 3.69 EUR. For each subsequent fuel increase by 10%, the amount is multiplied accordingly.
