Sicily & Southern Italy Secret Realms Pilgrimage: Amalfi Coast, Matera Sassi & Mount Etna | 11-Day/10-Night In-Depth Luxury Tailored Tour

With your butler's eloquent narration, you will not be a mere observer but a voyeur into the life of ancient Roman nobility. Stroll through streets and baths two millennia old, and feel the awe of life frozen in an instant.

View the imposing exterior of Castel Nuovo.

Stroll across the magnificent square in front of the Basilica of San Francesco di Paola.

Pass through the opulent Galleria Umberto I and savor an authentic Italian espresso.

Board your exclusive cruise ferry and sail towards mysterious Sicily, lulled by the lullaby of stars and waves.

Discover the "Fountain of Shame," Fontana Pretoria.

Experience the grandeur of the neoclassical Teatro Massimo.

Delve into the Palazzo dei Normanni, one of Europe's oldest royal palaces, and listen to the whispers of history in its golden halls.

Admire these 2,500-year-old columns in the soft glow of sunset, feeling the epic grandeur of the scene.

View the lunar-white cliffs of the Scala dei Turchi from the exterior, capturing the most atmospheric silhouette at an exclusive vantage point.

Dive deep into the old town of Syracuse.

Explore the acoustic marvel of the Ear of Dionysius, feeling the echoes of history in its deep cavern.

Step into the Syracuse Cathedral, transformed from an ancient Greek temple, and witness the evolution of faith before its Baroque façade.

Wander through the ruins of the Temple of Apollo, letting your thoughts drift across millennia.

Admire the spectacular Elephant Fountain in Catania's Piazza del Duomo and soak in the splendor of Baroque architecture.

Admire the spectacular Elephant Fountain.

Stroll through Piazza IX Aprile in Taormina and enjoy an aperitif before the unbeatable sea view.

Explore this theatre built in the 3rd century BC, your private box offering the best perspective on Mount Etna and the Ionian Sea.

Accompanied by a professional volcano guide, travel by exclusive off-road vehicle to a safe viewing point. Witness the magnificent craters of Europe's most active volcano, observing the traces of lava flows and the unique summit landscape.

Stroll along the "Angel's Beach" of Cefalù, enjoying the gentle caress of the sea breeze.

Return to Palermo and board the overnight cruise ferry, bidding farewell to this enchanting island under the gentle Mediterranean night.

Pause in the cliff-top town of Sorrento, overlooking the stunning panorama of the Bay of Naples amidst the scent of citrus and lemons.

Explore the royal gardens known as the "Versailles of Italy." Its lavish hallways and waterfall gardens will leave you in awe.

Colorful houses built into the cliffs, like a fairy tale. Your butler will guide you along winding paths to admire this stunning coastline from the best angles.

Drive onto the Amalfi Coast, a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Optionally take a private boat to gaze up at the cliffside town of Amalfi from the sea, feeling the unique charm of its medieval architecture.

Delve into the "City of Caves," Matera, the filming location for 'The Passion of the Christ.'

Visit the Matera Cathedral.

Visit the ancient Sassi di Matera cave dwellings, witnessing the miracle of civilization carved out of rock by humanity.

Arrive at the "Heavenly Town" of Alberobello, strolling among the conical Trulli stone houses and soaking in the fairy-tale Italian atmosphere.

Head to the seaside white town of Ostuni, where layers of white houses gleam under the sun, the ultimate expression of Mediterranean charm.

Admire the ornate Basilica of Santa Croce.

Admire the majestic Lecce Cathedral, experiencing the pinnacle of Baroque art.

Take a boat to the island of Capri.

Weather permitting, arrange for you to explore the world wonder of the Blue Grotto (optional upgrade), witnessing firsthand the "blue that only God can create."

Revisit the Basilica of San Francesco di Paola.

Revisit Castel Nuovo.

Revisit the Galleria Umberto I.

Your butler will escort you back to Rome, drawing a perfect close to this 11-day private feast.