10-Day Sicily and Malta Tour
10-Day Gems of Sicily and Malta
Small groups translate to great experiences on this Small Group Discovery tour. Designed from the ground up for a maximum of 18 guests in Europe, this Small Group Discovery tour has everything you need to explore with up-close-and-exclusive experiences that go beyond traditional tours.
Treasures galore are yours to discover in Sicily and Malta. From the sacred sites of churches and cathedrals that have stood the test of time to timeless recipes passed down through the generations—now yours to master! Explore by catamaran, ferry, farming traditions, and fine art and architecture along the way to unwrap the gems of Sicily and Malta on this Small Group Discovery Tour for the ages!
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10-Day Sicily & Malta Tour From (October 10, 2026 - Land Only)
$4,319
per person including all taxes and fees
Globus All Access
Special Features Included in this Tour:
- Highlights of Palermo with a Local Guide, featuring a visit to the Church of Santa Caterina, and tasting of local pastries
- Visit to the Norman Cathedral of Monreale with views of the Conca d’Oro
- Guided sightseeing of Taormina including a visit to the Greek Theater
- Hands-on small-group Sicilian Street Food Cooking class
- Catania guided sightseeing tour featuring main highlights and a visit the Museo Storico dello Sbarco (Historical Museum of the Landing in Sicily) focusing on Operation Husky
- Small Group experience, including dinner with a visit to a farm specializing in medicinal and aromatic herbs
- Catamaran ride to Valletta, Malta
- Sights and tastes sightseeing tour of Valletta including pastizzi, coffee and chocolate tasting
- Guided sightseeing of Gozo Island, featuring a return ferry crossing, a visit to the Ggantija Temples, and a local farm experience with lunch
- Small Group Exclusive cooking workshop to prepare your own farewell dinner during a small group class with a professional chef
| Day | Destination |
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| Day 1 |
Palermo, ItalyYour Small-Group Discovery Begins!At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome dinner at a local restaurant. |
| Day 2 |
Palermo, ItalyA sweet start! Your Sicilian discovery starts this morning with a guided sightseeing tour of Palermo, including a visit to the cathedral. End the sightseeing on a sweet note! Visit the Church of Santa Caterina and the “Segreti del Choistro” a historically significant bakery located in the cloisters. Sample the pastries, still made the traditional way using ancient recipes handed down by the nuns. This afternoon and evening, enjoy free time to see more of Palermo. |
| Day 3 |
Palermo-Cefalu-Taormina RivieraPicture Perfect PanoramasThis morning, take a scenic drive to Monreale for a panoramic view of the Conca d’Oro and a visit to the Norman Cathedral. Continue to the coastal town Cefalú famous for its stunning cathedral with soaring twin towers. Enjoy free time to explore the center with its charming medieval squares. Later, reach Taormina Riviera and enjoy and evening at leisure. Breakfast |
| Day 4 |
Taormina-RivieraGrand Greek DramaFollow your Local Guide on a walking tour of Taormina’s historic center. Stroll along Corso Umberto, see the Cathedral, and enjoy the view from Piazza IX Aprile. Visit the Greek Theater, one of the largest in Italy. Later, get to grips with Sicilian Street Food as a professional chef shares knowledge and tips during a hands-on small group cooking class, taste the dishes you’ve prepared accompanied by local wine. |
| Day 5 |
Taormina-RivieraThe Pearl of the MediterraneanEnjoy a free day on the Taormina Riviera, take a stroll on the seafront, browse the stores, laze on the beach, or try local specialties at a traditional eatery. Breakfast
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| Day 6 |
Taormina - Riveria, Catania, PozzalloNatural AromasThis morning, drive to the vibrant city of Catania. Visit the Museo Storico dello Sbarco (Historical Museum of the Landing in Sicily) which focuses on Operation Husky, the Allied invasion of Sicily, an important factor in Europe’s liberation. Join a guided walking tour of the center, featuring Piazza del Duomo with views of the Cathedral. Later, enjoy a special small group experience; drive to a farm that specializes in medicinal and aromatic herbs. A guided visit will introduce you to their unique characteristics and uses before you are served a delicious dinner of local products accompanied by live music. Breakfast, Dinner
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| Day 7
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Pozzalo - Valletta - Malta - SliemaIsland HoppingThis morning leave Italy behind and board a catamaran for a ride across the Mediterranean Sea to Malta. After disembarking, start your small group Maltese discovery with a sightseeing tour of Valletta, the capital city. As you explore the city you will also discover local food traditions when you stop to try pastizzi (savory pastries), Maltese coffee, and chocolate. Later, arrive at Sliema. Breakfast, Lunch |
| Day 8 - 10 |
Sliema, Excursion to Gozo IslandDay 8: Enjoy a scenic ferry ride to Gozo, Malta’s sister island. Highlights of the day include a visit to the awe inspiring Ggantija Temples, one of the world’s oldest and best-preserved sites. Plus, visit a local farm to learn about the age-old process of cheese making with a tasting and light lunch. Breakfast, Lunch SliemaDay 9: Grandma’s Cooking Enjoy free time to explore more. Later, take advantage of the small group size for a hands-on cooking class to prepare your farewell dinner! Don your aprons and chef’s hats to learn the rustic tricks of Grandma’s cooking as you prepare a three-course meal. Together with your traveling companions sit down to enjoy the meal you have prepared. Breakfast Dinner Sliema
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Tour Highlights
Discover something unexpected and unforgettable in the special way only Globus can share—with sightseeing highlights to off-the-beaten-path surprises to out-of-this world moments you’ll remember for a lifetime!
Enhanced Free Time
Explore or relax as you please, or choose exciting options available at MyGlobus. Get local maps and free time tips on your GlobusGO mobile app. Your Tour Director can suggest the perfect way to design your day!
World Heritage Sites are designated by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) for having cultural, historical, scientific or other form of significance. The sites are judged to contain cultural and natural heritage around the world considered to be of outstanding value to humanity.
The following UNESCO World Heritage Sites can be seen or visited on this vacation:
- Arab-Norman cathedral of Monreale
- City of Valletta
- Late Baroque Towns of the Val di Noto: City of Catania
- Megalithic Temples of Malta
*Prices are in USD, per person based on double occupancy, availability and subject to change without notice. All supplier taxes and fees are included in the above land-only pricing. All promotions are capacity controlled by Globus Tours and can be pulled at any time without notice. Agent must ask for STNFREE26G or STNFREE27G for free extra night. Free night promotion excludes Globus Escapes and Independence by Globus City Stays and must be 6+ nights. Save $1,000 offer code is PRMX1166 and is on select 2026 tours dates. Cape Cod & the Islands’ departure number 60724K and is a small group tour with maximum 28 guest but average of 24; $500 savings per person is reflected in the above pricing. Other restrictions may apply.
