Sicily - The heart of the Mediterranean

32 day escorted tour of Sicily

3 May – 3 June 2013
May – June 2014

From £2,415 Motorhome + 2 people
From £2,455 Caravan + 2 people

This is an international tour operated by The Camping & Caravanning Club and our partners ACSI, the Dutch camping and caravanning organisation. This tour gives members the opportunity to tour with like-minded campers and caravanners from both the UK and the Netherlands.

Tour highlights

This tour takes you to the unspoilt island of Sicily in the Mediterranean sea; home to Greek temples, Roman theatres and wonderful cuisine. Highlights include:

Excursion to the UNESCO Valley of the Temples in Agrigento

Excursion to Mount Etna, the largest active volcano in Europe

Joint visit to a Mozzarella farm and the temples and museum of Paestum

Tour group lunches, dinners and excursions as described.

Tour itinerary

Day 1

Arrive on the campsite in Bracciano, Rome and meet your fellow tour members and Dutch tour escorts. In the evening there will be a group welcome meal on site.
1 night campsite in Bracciano.

Day 2

Leave the campsite and travel to Paestum (220 miles).
1 night campsite in Paestum.

Day 3

A morning joint visit (own vehicles used) to a mozzarella farm and in the afternoon a joint visit (own vehicles used) to three of the best preserved temples in Italy in Paestum and the archaeological museum.
1 night campsite in Paestum.

Day 4

Travel to Marina di Nicotera (245 miles).
1 night campsite in Marina di Nicotera.

Day 5

Day at leisure in Marina di Nicotera on the Tyrrenian coast. You could visit Tropea, one of the prettiest old towns in this region.
1 night campsite in Marina di Nicotera.

Day 6

Travel to Villa San Giovanni for the short ferry crossing to Messina, Sicily. Once desembarked at Sicily continue on to Finale di Pollina (135 miles).
1 night campsite in Finale di Pollina.

Day 7

Day at leisure in Finale di Pollina, with the opportunity to relax on the beach or explore the local area.
1 night campsite in Finale di Pollina.

Day 8

Half day excursion by coach to the picturesque little town of Cefalù. Lunch (included) in a local restaurant located in the mountains.
1 night campsite in Finale di Pollina.

Day 9

Full day excursion by coach to Palermo visiting the beautiful twelfth century Paletine Chapel, San Giovanni degli Eremiti and Monreale – famous for its orange, almond and olive trees and its cathedral.
1 night campsite in Finale di Pollina.

Day 10

Day at leisure in Finale di Pollina.
1 night campsite in Finale di Pollina.

Day 11

Travel to San Vito lo Capo (120 miles).
1 night campsite in San Vito lo Capo.

Day 12

Day at leisure in San Vito lo Capo. Nature lovers may wish to spend a day in Lo Zingaro, a most fascinating nature reserve in this north-east area of Sicily where you can enjoy walking, bathing in the sea or observing the wildlife.
1 night campsite in San Vito lo Capo.

Day 13

Day excursion by coach to the medieval town of Erice which is perched over 715 metres above sea level with a maze of cobbled streets and over 60 churches. There will also be a visit to the fifth century limestone Greek temple Segesta, lunch is included.
1 night campsite in San Vito lo Capo.

Day 14

Day at leisure in San Vito lo Capo.
1 night campsite in San Vito lo Capo.

Day 15

Travel to Seccagrande di Ribera (95 miles).
1 night campsite in Seccagrande di Ribera.

Day 16

Day at leisure to relax on the beach or why not visit the Greek temples of Selinunte – whose ruins have stood for over two thousand years on this site overlooking the sea?
1 night campsite in Seccagrande di Ribera.

Day 17

A full day excursion by coach, starting with one of the main attractions in Sicily: the Valley of the Temples in Agrigento – a UNESCO world heritage site. After lunch (included) there will be a walk along the beach to see the “Scala dei Turchi”, the unusual white rocky cliffs.
1 night campsite in Seccagrande di Ribera.

Day 18

Day at leisure in Seccagrande di Ribera.
1 night campsite in Seccagrande di Ribera.

Day 19

Travel to Piazza Armerina (85 miles) where you will stay at an Agriturismo; a rural farm that welcomes tourists. In the evening there will be a group meal.
1 night agrituirismo in Seccagrande di Ribera.

Day 20

Travel to Avola (103 miles).
1 night campsite in Avola.

Day 21

Day excursion by coach to Siracusa visiting the archaeological site which is home to many ruins including the Greek theatre which dates back to the fifth century BC and the large limestone cave known as the “the Ear of Dionusius”. There will also be a visit to Ortygia – the island at the heart of Sircusa where you can stroll amongst the baroque churches. Lunch is included.
1 night campsite in Avola.

Day 22

Day at leisure in Avola. Why not take the time to visit Noto, famous for its fine buildings in the Sicilian baroque style?
1 night campsite in Avola.

Day 23

Travel to Fondachello di Mascali (70 miles).
1 night campsite in Fondachello di Mascali.

Day 24

Coach excursion to visit Mount Etna, the largest, active volcano in Europe.
1 night campsite in Fondachello di Mascali.

Day 25

Coach excursion to the charming old town of Taormino, where you will visit the stunning Greco-roman theatre. There will also be a visit to see the Gola d’Alcantara, an impressive gorge formed millions of years ago.
1 night campsite in Fondachello di Mascali.

Day 26

Drive to Messina where you will take the ferry back to the mainland of Italy and continue on to Praia a Mare (200 miles).
1 night campsite in Praia a Mare.

Day 27

Day at leisure in Praia a Mare.
1 night campsite in Praia a Mare.

Day 28

Travel to Pompei (120 miles).
1 night campsite in Pompei.

Day 29

In the morning a joint visit (own vehicles used) to the Roman city of Pompeii.
1 night campsite in Pompei.

Day 30

Day excursion by coach to the city of Naples including the archaeology museum.
1 night campsite in Pompei.

Day 31

Travel to Fiano Romano (165 miles). There will be a group farewell meal in the evening.
1 night campsite in Fiano Romano.

Day 32

End of tour arrangements.

Approximate tour mileage: 1,600
Please note that the itinerary may be subject to changes.

Please note that pets are not allowed on this Escorted Tour.

What’s included

• Return ferry crossings from Dover-Calais. Off-peak P&O sailings.
• Services of Dutch Tour Escorts.
• Tour Site fees including electricity 
• Sightseeing programme, local guides and entry fees as described in itinerary. 
• Meals and welcome drinks as described in itinerary. 
• Map of Italy and Sicily
• AA European Drivers’ Handbook and Camping Card International.
• Travel pack with campsite directions, pennon, name badges and itinerary

What’s not included

• Cabins and reserved seats.
• Personal expenses - fuel, food, tolls, tips or personal excursions.
• Vehicle breakdown and personal insurance – please ask Carefree for a quote
• Ferry supplements for larger vehicles.
• Return ferry crossing Italy - Sicily (approximately €125). 
• Many campsites have coin operated showers which will be payable on site.

To book your escorted tour, call us on 0845 130 7701 or 024 7642 2024 quoting your membership number.

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