Tour of Calabria with Reggio, Scilla, Pizzo and Tropea from Sofia

The package price does NOT include:

• Personal expenses
• Lunches and drinks with dinner
• Excursion to the Aeolian Islands
• Excursion to Taormina
• Excursion to Gerace
• Entrance fees during free time
• Tourist tax, paid at reception on arrival at the hotel. There is no single tourist tax for all hotels in the Calabria region. The amount is set by the respective municipality (Comune) and may differ between resorts such as Tropea, Scalea, Soverato or Reggio Calabria.
• Travel cancellation insurance - the supplement depends on the price of the package and the cancellation period. It can be added on the day the contract is signed, under the terms of the insurance company Allianz.
• Fuel surcharge - announced 21 days before the flight, if imposed by the airline.

• Additional excursions

• Full-day excursion to Taormina

• Adult: €90 / Child: €50

• An unforgettable journey awaits us to the pearl of Sicily - Taormina. From the Calabrian Tyrrhenian coast we will head for the Strait of Messina, which we will cross by ferry. After a panoramic drive through the city of Messina, our route continues along the picturesque Ionian coast, revealing impressive views of the Sicilian shore.
• On reaching the foot of Monte Tauro, we will take a free shuttle bus from the coach car park to Porta Messina - the historic entrance to Taormina's old town. Our walk begins along the elegant Corso Umberto - the town's main street, whose origins go back to Roman times. On the way we will stop at the impressive Palazzo Corvaja and the remains of the Roman theatre, the Odeon.
• Continuing through Taormina's charming atmosphere, we will reach the emblematic Piazza IX Aprile, which offers a magnificent panorama of the Etna volcano and the bay of Giardini Naxos. We will also visit the Piazza del Duomo, where the imposing cathedral known as “the Fortress of God” stands, together with the fountain with the female centaur - the symbol of the town.
• Our walking tour ends at Porta Catania. You will then have free time to soak up Taormina's unique atmosphere. You can try traditional Sicilian arancini, cannoli, your favourite gelato or an aromatic espresso, or stroll through the romantic streets or the beautiful town park - the Villa Comunale gardens.
• Optionally, at an extra charge, you can visit the famous Greek Theatre, which offers one of the most impressive views of Etna and the bay of Naxos.
• At the end of the visit we depart for our hotel in Calabria.
• Note: The excursion runs with a minimum of 20 travellers booked.

• Full-day excursion to the Aeolian Islands

• Adult / Child: €85

• In the morning we head for the port of Tropea. A boat trip to the Aeolian Islands is one of the most exciting experiences of a visit to Southern Italy. The archipelago, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, consists of seven volcanic islands known for their unique nature, crystal-clear waters and impressive volcanic landscapes.
• Our first stop is the island of Vulcano - the island of fire and nature's healing power. Vulcano is the island that gave its name to all the volcanoes in the world. On its slopes you can see smoking fumaroles and the characteristic yellow deposits of sulphur. On the island you can swim at a black-sand beach, but one of its greatest natural sights is the Acque Calde beach - a place where the sea literally bubbles from underwater volcanic fumaroles, creating the feeling of a natural jacuzzi in crystal-clear waters.
• After a short boat trip we reach the island of Lipari - the heart of the Aeolian Islands. Lipari is the largest and most populated island of the archipelago. Above the town rises an imposing citadel, home to the archaeological museum and the island's cathedral. In your free time you can stroll through the charming historic centre, enjoy a good meal, wander the lanes with their shops and boutiques or simply take in the views from a cosy café.
• The third island in our programme, Stromboli, is the best known, dominated by the volcano of the same name, which rises almost 924 metres above sea level. The Stromboli volcano is among the most active in the world. Because of its frequent small eruptions it is known as “the Lighthouse of the Mediterranean”.
• The most memorable moment of the excursion is watching the volcano around sunset or in the evening from the deck of the boat, with an impressive view of the Sciara del Fuoco (“Stream of Fire”) area - the steep slope down which volcanic material flows straight into the sea.
• Transfer to the hotel.
• Note: Depending on the programme and its length, breakfast or dinner may be a packed meal, ordered at the hotel reception the evening before.

• Full-day excursion to Gerace with a tasting of bergamot products and a tourist train ride included

• Adult: €70 / Child: €50

• After breakfast we head for Gerace - the medieval jewel of Calabria. The fortress town lies at 500 m above sea level with panoramic views of the Ionian Sea and is considered one of the 100 most beautiful medieval villages in Italy.
• Legend has it that its name comes from the Greek word hierax - “hawk”, the bird that, according to tradition, showed the right place to found the town. Gerace is also called “the holy city”, because in the past it had over 100 churches and monasteries. Today about 17 significant church buildings remain, among them the majestic Norman cathedral - one of the largest in Southern Italy.
• Also of interest are the ruins of the Norman castle, the old town gates and the viewpoints offering lovely views of the coast.
• The area is also famous for bergamot - the “green gold” of Calabria, a precious citrus fruit used to make fragrant oils, liqueurs and sweet specialities.
• We will take a tourist train from the foot of Gerace up to the historic centre and go on a walking tour of the town; afterwards you will have free time for lunch (optional) and to enjoy a stroll back in time among the stone houses, medieval streets and traditional workshops.
• Then we will take the train back down to the coach car park.
• To finish, we have prepared for you a tasting of bergamot products, typical Calabrian cured meats and cheeses.
• Transfer to the hotel.
• Note: The excursion runs with a minimum of 20 travellers booked.