Journey from Naples to Catania through Calabria and the Aeolian Islands, with leader-led walks, optional hikes and memorable boat excursions, tasting local specialties and taking in volcanic scenery along the way.
  • Taste Neapolitan pizza in Naples’ historic streets.
  • Hike Pollino National Park for Achaean coast summit views.
  • Discover Civita’s Arberesh culture in an Albanian-Italian village.
  • Wander Tropea’s cliffside lanes and relax on the beach.
  • Sail to Stromboli and witness the Sciara del Fuoco.
  • Discover Reggio Calabria’s Archaeological Museum and the Riace Bronzes.
  • Sail Taormina’s coves and caves, with a sunlit aperitif stop.
  • Walk Catania’s grand piazzas and sample classic Sicilian granita.
Accommodation is on a twin/multishare basis, with occasional shared facilities and rare room-sharing with travellers from other trips. Properties may vary due to availability but will be of a similar standard. Early check-in isn’t always possible, and European hotels may lack kettles, fridges or air-conditioning.