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EASTERN SICILY TOUR FOR GROUPS

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Tailor Made Tours for Groups are created according to tastes, desires and expectations of travellers. We can organize tailor made tours, following the interests and demands of travellers, recommending the best restaurants and accomodations, transfers and certified guides, who will accompany you through the wonders of east side of our island. The journey is the discovery and the encounter with near and far cultures and traditions; with our travel packages travellers will join them with their own life experience. Furriando Turismo creates custom – made tours for groups, creating special itineraries in Eastern Sicily.

Here are some of the guided tour for groups, starting from 12 people. The tour of Eastern Sicily which will take you in the most popular Val di Noto cities, with a delicious food and wine route, to taste our traditional cookery. And more the Short Tour of Eastern Sicily, to find out the historical and artistic peculiarities of this areas of the island. Choose the tour and we will create it according your needs!

EASTERN SICILY TOURS FOR GROUPS OR INDIVIDUALS

DAY 1: CATANIA Arrival in Catania. Check into hotel. Balance of day at leisure. Dinner and overnight stay.

DAY 2: ETNA - TAORMINA Following a continental breakfast at the hotel, we will board a coach and depart for Etna, Europe’s best known volcano. Here, you will then have the chance to do some sightseeing around the volcano. You might want to attempt the 3000 meter guide-assisted climb. Lunch on your own. In the afternoon, you will meet our driver-guide for an excursion to Taormina where you can admire the Greek-Roman Theatre, offering a view of rare beauty off the coast. Enjoy time at leisure for shopping or walking through the tiny streets. In the evening, return to the hotel and overnight stay.

D AY 3 : S Y R A C U S E - N O T O - MARZAMEMI Following a continental breakfast at the hotel, we will travel to Syracuse by coch. Syracuse was founded by colonists from Cornith in 735 B.C. and once the most important competitor to Athens. Upon arrival you will go sightseeing on the island of Ortygia which boasts several

historical landmarks, the Cathedral, ancient ruins, the “Fonte Aretusa”, crafts shops and boutiques. After this you will meet our guide to visit the Greek Theatre, the Orecchio di Dioniso and the Roman Amphitheatre. Furthermore, you will visit the Archaeological Park. Lunch on your own. In the afternoon you will continue sightseeing in Noto, one of UNESCO’s Heritages, worldwide known for the Baroque, to admire the historical centre and the main cathedral. Transfer to Marzamemi, accommodation at B&B, fish dinner and overnight stay.

DAY 4: MARZAMEMI - PORTOPALO DI CAPO PASSERO - VENDICARI

Following a continental breakfast at the B&B, we will visit Marzamemi, a small fishing village, a pearl of Eastern Sicily, with the picturesque Piazza Regina Margherita and the ancient tonnara (tuna processing factories). We will visit a craft workshop, where they produce the roe of tuna, tuna in oil, salted anchovies using traditional methods. Continuation by bus to Portopalo di Capo Passero, the extreme southern tip of Sicily, where you can bath near the beach of "Isola delle Correnti", a very impressive place where the tides of the two seas, the Ionian Sea and Mediterranean Sea, meet. Lunch on

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your own. After this you will meet our guide to visit the Vendicari Oasis, one of the most beautiful nature reserves in southern Italy. In the evening, return to the B&B, fish dinner and overnight stay.

DAY 5:  MODICA Continental breakfast at the B&B, departure for a sightseeing tour with a local guide to Modica. This is an old county near Ragusa, and it is one of mankind’s heritages, worldwide known for its tasty chocolate. Here, you will visit the Antica Dolceria Bonajuto, the oldest confectionary shop of Sicily and taste the very famous chocolate of Modica. Furthermore, you will visit St. Peter’s Cathedral, St. George Cathedral, and S a l v a t o r e Q u a s i m o d o ’s h o u s e (S.Quasimodo was one of the most famous Italian poets of the twentieth century, he was honored with the prestigious Nobel Prize in Literature in 1959). In the afternoon time at leisure around the city. Dinner and overnight stay.

DAY 6:    SCICLI - SAMPIERI - PUNTA SECCA - RAGUSA IBLA After continental breakfast at the hotel, departure to Scicli, it is one of UNESCO’s Heritages. Here you will visit the Via

Mormino Penna, lined with amazing palazzi, churches and old buildings, and the Palazzo Comunale (Town Hall), where the Police Station scene of Montalbano Fiction have been recorded. You will continue your day with a tour to Sampieri, where you can admire “l'antica fornace del picciotto “ ( in the fiction is called MANNARA, where some crime scenes have been recorded). Fish lunch at the restaurant. In the afternoon you will proceed your tour in Punta Secca, known as “marinella”, theMontalbano’ house, and in Ragusa Ibla, known as Vigata city in the Camilleri’s Fiction. Ibla, in glaring contrast to the modern city, is one of the best-preserved old towns in Sicily. The landscapes around Ragusa are among the most memorable in Sicily. Here you can admire St. George Cathedral with its gorgeous square (this place inspired several movies, apart from Montalbano, such as “Divorzio all’italiana”). Dinner in a typical Sicilian farm and overnight stay.

DAY 7: DEPARTURE After breakfast at the hotel, you have time for shopping; afterwards transfer to Catania Airport and departure. End of our services.

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DAY 1: SYRACUSE - NOTO Syracuse is the most beautiful and great Greek colony in Sicily. It’s famous Archaeological Park will leave you breathless with its Greek Theatre, the Roman Amphitheatre, the Latomie of Paradise and the Dyonisios “Ear”. If Syracuse can be defined as a treasure chest, Ortigia is a jewel in it! The beautiful island is home to the white Cathedral and the Arethusa Fountain. Noto Unesco World Heritage Site and cradle of Sicilian Baroque offers charming views: a game of elegant curves, floral weaves, perspective views palaces and gardens, capitals and ornaments that adorn the facades of churches and monasteries. Among all Palazzo Nicolac i , beaut i fu l noble residence in Baroque style tells us the splendour of Sicilian aristocracy. Transfer to Marzamemi, accommodation at B&B, fish dinner and overnight stay.

DAY 2: MARZAMEMI - PORTOPALO DI CAPO PASSERO - VENDICARI Following a continental breakfast at the B&B, we will visit Marzamemi, a small fishing village, a pearl of Eastern Sicily, with the picturesque Piazza Regina Margherita and the ancient tonnara (tuna processing factories). We will visit a craft workshop, where they produce the roe of tuna, tuna in oil, salted anchovies using traditional methods. Continuation by bus to Portopalo di Capo Passero, the extreme southern tip of Sicily, where you can bath near the beach of "Isola delle Correnti", a very impressive place where the tides of the two seas, the Ionian Sea and Mediterranean Sea, meet. Lunch on your own. After this you will meet our guide to visit the Vendicari Oasis, one of the most beautiful nature reserves in southern Italy. In the evening, return to the B&B, fish dinner and overnight stay.

DAY 3: ETNA - TAORMINA The highest active volcano in Europe, Mount Etna, rises majestically on the entire east coast. We will reach the “Crateri Silvestri”, small volcanic cones now inactive, surrounded by ancient lava flows you will live a unique and very special experience! Taormina is another “must see” for anyone visiting the Ionian coast, a tourist destination par excellence, famous worldwide! You will be stunned by this small medieval village where you will enjoy a breathtaking view of both the Etna mountain and the see. Famous for its typical picturesque narrow streets and its fascinating Greek Theatre, the antique Dome and Palazzo Corvaja you can not resist the temptation to do shopping in one of the many local handcraft shops (where it is possible to buy coral jewels, precious laces, ceramics, sweets and much more).

DAY 4: RIVIERA DEI CICLOPI Last day of our tour dedicated to visit the Riviera dei Ciclopi famous for its fishing villages Acicastello and Acitrezza which is also known for being the town where Giovanni Verga’s novel “I Malavoglia” is set. The visit to the Etna area ends with Acireale, where the stone buildings and the iron of the balconies marry creating a beautiful baroque decoration. Arrangement: Lunch in a restaurant.

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MOVING FREELY WITH A RENTAL CAR TO DISCOVER BETTER THE TERRITORY!

Furriando Turismo’s new routes car + accomodation give you the chance to freely discover the most beautiful Sicilian locations. Choose your itinerary and enjoy its traditions, coasts, beautiful landscapes and architectural beauty. Discover our accomodation&drive proposals.

Do you want to discover Sicily at your own pace? We propose the route, and you’ll discover the best of the island by car. Caltagirone, Ragusa, Taormina, the magnificent Archaeological Park of Neapolis in Syracuse and natural landscapes of breathtaking beauty. This journey helps you to discover a region full of charm, history, culture and a rich wine-and-food heritage! Self Drive Tour in Sicily proposes a trip through the most beautiful locations in Sicily, well-selected hotels 3-4* and car rental for the whole duration of the tour.

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“If you are looking for a special tour in Sicily and to enjoy a new experience. We are ready to give you a memorable vacation”.

Our itineraries allow you to enjoy a well-chosen and balanced mix of history, culture and cuisine of Sicily and each day is planned to bring fascinating, diverse new experiences and sights. A trip to Sicily represents a unique and unforgettable experience and Furriando Turismo can create a customized vacation for you, with:

✴ Luxury resort and villas ✴ Private luxury cars with multilanguage-speaking drivers ✴ Private multilanguage-speaking tours guides ✴ Private luxury boat & yacht rental ✴ 24/7 support

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GREEK DRAMA FESTIVAL THEATER SYRACUSE 2017 Syracuse's Greek Theatre was a grand meeting and performance space. Able to fit over 1,500 people, made up of 59 rows and with a spectacular view over the surrounding countryside. The Greek tragedies were a particular highlight and became a social focal point for the community. The myths, tragedies, comedies and legends of Aeschylus, Sophocles and Euripides's plays have thankfully been revived (since 1914) and today the Greek Theatre Festival, running from mid-May to the start of July, has become one of the most famous and visited attractions in Sicily. Theatre lovers and tourists from around the world plan holidays to Sicily especially to enjoy watching one of these ancient plays as the sun goes down - just as they would have done thousands of years ago.

The 'National Institute of Ancient Drama will represent the 53rd cycle of Classical Representations at the Greek Theatre 2017, in this cicle will be represented "Seven Against Thebes" by Aeschylus, "The Phoenician" by Euripides, and the comedy "The Frogs" by Aristophanes ".

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TREKKING IN EASTERN SICILY: Trekking tour of Sicily is the best way to find out the natural wonders of this stunning island. The long walks reveal not only typical Mediterranean landscapes but also charming alleys, historic buildings and spectacular views.In case you didn’t know it, in Sicily we have 4 Natural Regional Parks  , 1 National Park, 77 Regional Nature Reserves, Protected Areas and Marine Protected Areas. A great heterogeneous heritage which is very easy to discover.

NOTO VALLEY WINE ROUTE: it was renamed the Nero d'Avola wine route and include the towns of Palazzolo, Pachino, Rosolini and Ispica. There are two routes highlighted for the visitor. The DOC wines to discover are Eloro, Moscato di Noto and Moscato di Siracusa in the 'Land of Nero d’Avola'. It is a zone which has always been excellent for the cultivation of vines, mainly thanks to the lack of rain. The territory also produces such sought after items as Pachino tomatoes IGP, Pachino melons IGP, Monti Iblei extra virgin olive oil and the less known but equally wonderful Violetto artichokes and carrots of Ispica, And not forgetting the almonds of Avola (frequenting the fabulous local sweets or dolci) and potatoes and lemons of Siracusa. The Noto wine route winds its way through these main agricultural areas and do look out the fine ricotta and Caciocavallo Ragusano cheeses to accompany your wine tasting vacation. The coastal waters have been fished for thousands of years and tuna, smoked swordfish should not be neglected; the best are tried near Marzamemi.

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THE INFIORATA FLOWER FESTIVAL IN NOTO: The Infiorata flower festival is certainly the most important event yearly organized in Noto, one of UNESCO’s Heritages, worldwide known for the Baroque. The Infiorata takes place during the third week-end of May. It's like a festival of spring to celebrate the best period to visit Sicily, when the countryside is green and filled with flowers before the hot summer months. The central point of the Infiorata festival is via Nicolaci in the town centre of Noto. The little town of Noto is located southerly from Syracuse and is in the Unesco world heritage list for its elegant baroque buildings. Every year a new theme is choosen for the Infiorata. The artists start their working on Friday evening. Via Nicolaci is divided in parts and the flower-masters draw the draft of their works on the road. The works are completed with thousand of flower petals. On Saturday morning the Infiorata is finished and via Nicolaci appears as a long and colorful flower carpet. There are also a lot of other events organized in Noto during these days like a baroque historical parade, exhibitions, food and wine tastings, guided tours, music concerts and much more. Every year, during the Infiorata, Noto is crowded with visitors from all over the world.

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INFIORATA 2017

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THE INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL OF FRONTIER: The International Film Festival of Frontier is now a fixture, which ranks every year in late July, is enthusiastically awaited by villagers and tourists. On the occasion of the International Film Festival of Frontier, the main square of Marzamemi, Queen Margherita, it turns into a real movie theatre in the open air, the further south of Italy and the largest in Europe. The Film Festival is a unique opportunity for film lovers, who have the opportunity to meet actors and directors of international fame. As said Nello Correale, founder and artistic director of the festival is: “To be staged, the largest natural stage of Marzamemi, old films are not obsolete but a film advanced, looking to the outside, characterized by a symbolic value. “ The InternationaL Film Festival border every year, aims to promote the territory and to deepen cultural artistics themes, new and updated.

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FISHING CHARTER IN EASTERN SICILY

A unique travel experience, and close to the Mediterranean Sea traditions. Go to sea for a unique experience, understand the feelings and emotions that animate the Sicilian fishermen for millennia. The experience of catching the fish of your dreams in the Sicilian Channel, one of most fishy areas of Italy and of the entire Mediterranean sea! Swordfish, Bluefish, Tuna, Groupers, Amberjack, Bass and many more await you in our still unspoilt waters. 

Some of the tecniques used during the Fishing Charter: • Night trolling for Swordfish   • Inchiku to big groupers   • Trolling with live bait   • Tuna fishing   • Drifting   • Vertical Jigging   • Big Game Fishing  

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WEDDING IN SICILY

Sicily is the perfect setting for weddings; it’s unique landscapes are natural stages of rare beauty. Furriando Turismo is able to plan every detail of your most important day!

Our wedding services: ▪ FLOWERS AND DECORATIONS ▪ PHOTO/VIDEO SERVICE ▪ MUSIC ▪ HAIRSTYLING ▪ TRANSPORT ▪ VENUES ▪ HONEYMOON

Furriando Turismo offers everyone their own style. For a country chic wedding, a ceremony on a typical winery of Val di Noto, giving your guests the authentic charm of Sicily, or a romantic honeymoon in “bagli” or hotels the charme. If you prefer the beachside atmosphere for your wedding, the Ionian bay are perfect for you: the fishing villages, white beaches with the romantic rhythm of waves, plus an exclusive resorts for your honeymoon.

ACCOMODATIONS: The best hotel selection of Sicily, in terms of quality and hospitality, to satisfy all your requirements and budget. You can choose between our hotels suitable for beach and relaxing holidays or for cultural and food & wine itineraries. We have a range selection of charming hotels, farmhouses, small country house, boutique hotels and typical Sicilian manors as “Bagli”, b&b situated in historical buildings, beach resorts, apartments and villas.

CRUISES EXCURSIONS & TOURS: Marzamemi is the best place for a boat tours for those who like to discover new ways of spending holidays in Sicily. We will take you to extraordinary places which you will never forget. Free to choose among different types of boat  tours: half day excursions, full day boat toor, private boat rental, shared excursions, cruises 1-2 days, sailing charter.

AND FURTHER: scuba-diving, cooking lesson Sicilian, tasting of typical products at one of the many farms or wine cellars of Noto Valley Wine Route.

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