‘ Spectacular scenery on this slow journey to Sicily by train with the highlight of taking the train across the Strait of Messina’
RAILWAY JOURNEYS
Taormina
Palermo
‘ Spectacular scenery on this slow journey to Sicily by train with the highlight of taking the train across the Strait of Messina’
Sicily by train holiday
RAIL HOLIDAY
This rail holiday takes you from London to Palermo by train. Overnight stops in Zurich, Florence and Naples before the train journeys south through Basilicata and Calabria, witnessing spectacular scenery before crossing the Strait of Messina by boat and reaching Sicily. Stay in Taormina, a charming and historic city, perched above the sea with views across to Mount Etna. Explore the fascinating Greco-Roman amphitheatre, and browse the independent shops selling leather, wrought iron, wine and local produce. Continue to the capital of Sicily. Palermo is a vibrant city with attractions from Byzantine mosaics in the Royal Palace and Palatine Chapel to the blended architecture of the Cathedral, from Capo market to Teatro Massimo opera house. Fly back from Palermo.
HIGHLIGHTS
• Zurich • Florence • Naples • Taormina
• Palermo
DAY-BY-DAY SUMMARY Zurich, 1 night; Florence, 2 nights; Naples, 2 nights; Taormina, 3 nights; Palermo, 3 nights.
SAMPLE PRICES From about £ 4,100 including rail travel to Palermo and flights back from Palermo.
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