Tar Heel Travel
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Join an enriching, nine-night journey that reveals the remarkable history of Malta and Sicily. Shaped by a marvelous mosaic of cultures, these beautiful islands between Europe and northern Africa abound with impressive treasures. Over four nights in Sliema, Malta, and five nights in Taormina, Sicily, behold illustrious monuments of antiquity. In Malta, take in Hagar Qim and Ggantija, fascinating Neolithic temples older than the Great Pyramids and Stonehenge.
In Sicily, appreciate the glorious Greek ruins of Agrigento and Syracuse and some of the world’s most spectacular Roman mosaics. You’ll also delight in baroque gems tucked within Valletta, Malta’s intimate capital, and savor the breathtaking scenery of Taormina, Sicily’s chic resort town. Stroll along the narrow lanes of atmospheric Mdina and Rabat in Malta and picturesque Ortygia in Sicily on guided tours, and delve into enduring traditions like Sicilian pizza making and Maltese sea-salt farming. On this active, small-group adventure, enjoy first-class hotels, expert insights from guides and lecturers and the Mediterranean’s acclaimed cuisine with wine at dinner.
Day 2 - Arrive in Malta, transfer to Sliema
Day 3 - Valletta
Day 4 - Mdina | Rabat | Hagar Qim
Day 5 - Ggantija | Victoria | Xwejni Bay
Day 6 - Embark ferry | Pozzallo, Italy | Piazza Armerina | Taormina
Day 7 - Taormina
Day 8 - Syracuse
Day 9 - Agrigento
Day 10 - Taormina
Day 11 - Depart for home city
Base Price: From $5,440, per person, based on double occupancy
- $1,495 single supplement fee
- Airfare additional
- VAT/Port included in pricing
Discounts available:
- Save $250 per person with Special Savings, through Jan. 14, 2025.
- Save $500 person with Full Payment Discount*, through May 28, 2025.
- *Must pay in full at the time of booking to receive discount
Inclusions:
- 4 nights in Sliema, Malta at the first-class AX The Palace, 5 nights in Taormina, Italy at the first-class Eurostars Monte Tauro.
- 9 breakfasts, 6 lunches and 3 dinners, including Welcome and Farewell Dinners; tea or coffee with all meals, plus wine with dinner.
- See brochure for full details.
- Tar Heel Travel is a member exclusive perk.
- There must be one Carolina Alumni member in a room. Membership is open to anyone. Learn more.
- By reserving on this tour, you agree to the terms and conditions specific to this tour which are set by the tour operator. This information can be found in the tour brochure.
- The Carolina Alumni Travel Office and tour operator reserve the right to to decline or accept a reservation should a person's health, mental condition, physical infirmity or attitude jeopardize the operation of the tour or the rights, welfare, or enjoyment of other participants. Refunds will be made in accordance with the cancellation policy listed in the tour brochure.
- Please contact us if you have questions about this trip or group travel. We're happy to help in any way we can.
- Phone: (877) 962-3980 (If we are unable to answer your call, please leave a detailed message with your name, phone number and email.)
- Email: travel@unc.edu
- All inquiries and room requests are answered in the order in which they are received.
- If you are ready to request a reservation, please submit your reservation request form.
- If you wish us to hold a room for 2 business days, please send us the passenger's names, address, phone number and email. This information must be provided in order to hold a room.