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Sorrento and Sicily A Rail Adventure Through Southern Italy

Sorrento and Sicily A Rail Adventure Through Southern Italy

Italy • 8 Days / 07 Nights • Half Board

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ⓘ Price includes £18/pp local charges, payable at accommodation

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On this trip

What you will do

  1. Sorrento: Enjoy breathtaking views across the Bay of Naples to Mount Vesuvius
  2. Coastal Exploration: Easy access to the stunning Amalfi Coast and the ruins of Pompeii
  3. Unique Travel Experience: Overnight train journey with your cabin transported by ferry across the Strait of Messina
  4. Syracuse: Discover Sicily's ancient heart with its remarkable Greek and Roman ruins
  5. Ortigia: Stay in the historic island district with its beautiful Baroque architecture and vibrant piazzas
  6. Authentic Sicily: Experience the relaxed Sicilian lifestyle with easy access to local beaches

Dates and prices

When do you want to go?

  • Return flights
  • 8 Days / 07 Nights
  • Half Board

Not included: travel insurance, tips and optional trips. See everything the price covers

Your stay

Stop by stop

Stop 1

Mar Hotel Alimuri

About Mar Hotel Alimuri

Mar Hotel Alimuri

Located in one of the most beautiful bay of Sorrento Peninsula, Mar Hotel Alimuri offers wonderful panoramic views of its own private sandy beach.

Set in Alimuri bay, the hotel is just a few steps from the beach, restaurants and bars. All rooms have a touch of elegance about them, and come with essentials like air-conditioning, satellite TV, and a minibar. During the day you can relax while overlooking the beach and the surrounding area from the hotel's terrace, with a drink from the bar. Alternatively you can rejuvenate yourself with a trip to the hotel's spa center, where you can unwind in the sauna, or choose one of the many beauty treatments offered.

The hotel comprises a total of 95 rooms, 90% of which have a sea view. Facilities on offer to guests include 2 rest

Stop 2

Lanterne Magiche Ortigia

About Lanterne Magiche Ortigia

Lanterne Magiche Ortigia

Lanterne Magiche Ortigia is a charming accommodation nestled in the heart of Ortigia, the historic centre of Syracuse, Sicily. Housed in two beautifully restored 18th-century baroque buildings, it offers guests an authentic Sicilian experience amidst the island's rich history and culture.

Accommodations:

Suites: The property features eight individually decorated suites, each thoughtfully designed to blend modern comforts with classic architecture. Guests can enjoy amenities such as air conditioning, Smart TVs, minibars, and complimentary Wi-Fi.

Apartments: For those seeking a more independent stay, Lanterne Magiche Ortigia offers four apartments equipped with kitchenettes. Located in the picturesque Giudecca district, these apartments provide a cozy atmosphe

In the price

What the price covers

  • Flights from UK to Naples and return from Catania
  • one way private transfer from Naples airport to the Mar Hotel Alimuri
  • 3 nights at Mar Hotel Alimuri, Sorrento with Half Board basis
  • Overnight Sleeper Train journey from Naples to Syracuse (Sicily)
  • Overnight journey on the Intercity Notte sleeper train in a 4-person couchette cabin with breakfast
  • 3 nights at Lanterne Magiche Ortigia, Syracuse in a Studio Apartment (accommodation only)

The detail

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The full trip description

Italian Journey: Sorrento & Sicily with Sleeper Train Adventure

Experience the captivating beauty of southern Italy with this unique 7-night holiday combining coastal Sorrento with historic Sicily, connected by an enchanting overnight train journey.

Begin with three nights in Sorrento, perched above the stunning Bay of Naples. Explore this charming town at your leisure, perhaps venturing to nearby Pompeii or taking a boat trip along the spectacular Amalfi Coast. Your sea view room offers the perfect backdrop to unwind after days of exploration.

Your adventure continues aboard the Intercity Notte sleeper train from Naples to Syracuse. As you sleep in your comfortable cabin, your train crosses the Strait of Messina by ferry – a unique travel experience that maximises your holiday time.

Wake to the warm Sicilian sunshine as you arrive in Syracuse, where you'll spend three nights in the historic Ortigia district. Discover ancient Greek ruins, wander through Baroque piazzas, and perhaps relax on the local beaches before your journey home from nearby Catania.

This thoughtfully designed holiday offers the perfect balance of guided travel and independent exploration across two of Italy's most beautiful regions.

Not included

  • Travel Insurance
  • Personal Expenses
  • Gratuities
  • Optional Activities / Highlights
  • Meals and drinks not specifically stated as included

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