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Worldwide Quest is delighted to present this trip exclusively designed for the Alumni and friends of the University of Toronto. Our focus on this trip is the spectacular landscapes, archeology and culture of this island. |
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At the crossroads of the Mediterranean, Sicily bears the marks of its successive waves of conquerors. From the Normans to the Byzantines, from the Greeks to the Spanish, each has left an indelible mark in superb art, architecture and archaeology. Join this exclusive University of Toronto small group trip to explore the incredible island landscapes, both built and natural. We'll visit temples and amphitheatres, climb volcanoes and walk cobblestoned streets, meet archeologists and historians, and while the welcome we encounter is as warm as anywhere in Italy, Sicily remains in many ways an enigma that only the fortunate few can discover. |
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| FACTS: |
| • | 10-day trip |
| • | Start in Palermo and finish in Catania |
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| HIGHLIGHTS: |
| • | Piazzas, teatros and churches of Palermo |
| • | Ancient Greek sites of Agrigento |
| • | A cooking class with an olive oil producer |
| • | 600 churches and palaces of Ragusa |
| • | A UNESCO World Heritage Site of Noto |
| • | The volcanic landscape and wine producers of Mt. Etna |
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| ACTIVITY LEVEL: |
| • | Activities included involve walking on uneven terrain as the sites visited are not always accessible by coach. |
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| ITINERARY IN BRIEF: |
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Arrive in Palermo |
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Palermo |
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Agrigento |
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Agrigento |
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Ragusa |
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Modica |
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Noto, Siracusa |
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Mt. Etna, Taormina |
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Taormina |
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Depart Catania |
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