Family Sicily Multi-Activity Adventure

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Prepare for fun on our thrilling active family holiday to Sicily. From sea kayaking to snorkelling and climbing to archery, each day is a new adventure. Hike the slopes of Mount Etna, learn how to make gnocchi and spend a night sleeping in a tree tent - all while soaking up the azure waters of the Ionian Sea and sampling some of the best gelato in the world. ...
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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate

Highlights

    • Weeklong multi-activity family holiday in Sicily
    • Tree tent stay, zip lines, climbing and archery at Madonie Adventure Park
    • Cook pasta and master gnocchi making in Sicily's capital, Palermo

What's this trip about?

    Prepare for fun on our thrilling active family holiday to Sicily. From sea kayaking to snorkelling and climbing to archery, each day is a new adventure. Hike the slopes of Mount Etna, learn how to make gnocchi and spend a night sleeping in a tree tent - all while soaking up the azure waters of the Ionian Sea and sampling some of the best gelato in the world. Mount Etna - Explore the lava fields and volcanic rock formations of Mount Etna on a walk up the volcano. Palermo - Stay in Sicily's captivating capital and learn how to make pasta and gnocchi. Madonie Adventure Park - Try out zip lines, tree climbing and archery and then stay in a tree tent. Teen adventure - This tour has a minimum age of 11 years old.

Details

Itinerary focusOff the Beaten Path
Group sizeSmall Group - max of 20 people
Age range16 to 85 years
Flights and transportN/A
Start CityPalermo
End CityCatania

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • Hiking & Walking

Destinations

  • Europe
  • Italy

Attractions

  • Mount Etna
  • Sicily
  • Taormina

Activities

  • Hiking

Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1 Join trip in Palermo

Our trip starts today in Palermo, Sicily's capital with a rich tapestry of Greek, Roman, Islamic and Byzantine culture all merging into a fascinating mix of architecture and customs. Due to a number of flights arriving late today, our tour leader will meet you tom...

Day 2 Full day exploring Palermo. Cookery lesson preparing pasta and gnocchi

Overlooking the azure waters of the Tyrrhenian Sea, Palermo is one of Sicily's cultural and historic highlights, combining influences from the Greeks, Byzantines, and Romans. We'll spend the day exploring some of its treasures today, stopping off at the Piazza Marina ...

Day 3 Madonie Adventure Park including zip lines and archery. Stay overnight in tree tents

After breakfast this morning, we'll drive for two hours to the Madonie Adventure Park for a full day amongst the wooded landscapes near Petralia Sottana. It'll be an action-packed day testing out all the park has to offer. You can choose to brave the assault cours...

Day 4 Full day in Etna Land water theme park

Pack your swimsuits, water shoes, sunscreen, and goggles today as we head to the island's largest water theme park. The award-winning water park boasts over 14 slides including; The Black Hole (guests are seated on a two-person dinghy that slides through a dark and tw...

Day 5 Ascend the slopes of Mount Etna

One of the highlights of our week is our visit to the slopes of Mount Etna, the highest volcano in Europe (3,330 meters) and one of the largest in the world. We'll drive up the mountain this morning, passing through citrus groves and beech woods to Linguaglossa Ro...

Day 6 Explore Alcantara Gorge. Afternoon Sea Kayak in Isole Ciclopi Marine Park

We'll spend today exploring the landscapes that lie along the Alcantara River. Carved from basalt rock, the gorge drops down over 50 meters, following the course of the river and providing us with some stunning but short walking trails. We'll hike up to the Terrace of...

Day 7 Visit the ancient theatre at Taormina with fine views of Mt Etna. Rib boat to Isola Bella Marine Park for snorkelling

This morning, we'll travel the short distance to Taormina, Sicily's most famous resort. Once a haven for the likes of D. H Lawrence and Oscar Wilde, Taormina is still a popular tourist destination. After a walk around the beautiful town, with its pretty medieval churc...

Day 8 Trip ends in Linguaglossa

Our trip ends after breakfast at our hotel in the village of Linguaglossa. There are no activities planned today, so you\ re free to depart from Linguaglossa at any time. If your flight is departing later in the day, luggage storage facilities are available at our...

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Dates & Availability

Price From $1,880
Price per day$235
Last Updated: 4/26/2024

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Family Sicily Multi-Activity Adventure

Climbing Etna and our fantastic tour leader

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Family Sicily Multi-Activity Adventure

The itinerary, the tour leader. Highlight for me was climbing Mount Etna.

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We've been taking small groups on adventure vacations for over 41 years. Our authentic adventure travel experiences explore the sights and culture of a country, with hand-picked accommodation that balances comfort and location. Our average group tour size is just 11; perfect for meeting new people and getting to the heart of our destinations. Explore is one of the world's most trusted adventure travel companies with over 350 trips to more than 100 countries. We are passionate about travel and have developed a wide range of unique activities and adventures which give our customers an unforgettable experience with a team of award-winning Explore leaders. With Explore, you'll get to see your destination from a whole new perspective that takes you away from the typical well-trodden tourist track. You'll have the chance to meet, dine and stay with local people, rest in authentic accommodation with other like-minded explorers and travel to must-see destinations with a unique Explore twist. From family holidays to trips for solo travelers; cycling tours to wildlife safaris; trekking on mountains or exploring miles of scenic coastline, there is something for every kind of traveler with Explore. We will provide our expert knowledge, exciting itineraries and outstanding service as part of our sustainable travel experiences which take you under the skin of the country you're visiting for the adventure of a lifetime.


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Cancellation policy
These conditions are applicable to Discovery & Wildlife, Cycling, Walking and Family Trips. These conditions were updated November 2022. Booked a Polar trip? Please refer to our Polar booking conditions. To make it easy to know the detail of our flexibility, we’ve put it in a grid (these terms apply to all trips apart from our Polar Voyages.) Standard cancellations or changes within 69 days of travel If you’re getting closer to your trip, cancellation charges will apply as follows: For trips confirmed by 31st December 2022: 59-42 days before trip start date – 30%, or loss of deposit if higher 41-28 days before trip start date – 60% 27-14 days before trip start date – 90% Less than 14 days before trip start date – 100% For trips confirmed from 1st January 2023: 69 -42 days before trip start date – 30%, or loss of deposit if higher 41-28 days before trip start date – 60% 27-14 days before trip start date – 90% Less than 14 days before trip start date – 100%
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Italy: Visas are not required by UK, E.U Nationals, Australian, New Zealand, US and Canadian citizens. Other nationalities should consult their local embassy or consular office.
Meals Included
  • Breakfast : 7
  • Dinner : 7
Age Requirements
16 to 85 years
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