### **Day 1: Exploring Catania**
**6:00 AM - 9:00 AM: Breakfast and Explore the City Center**
- **Breakfast**: Have a coffee and pastry at a local café like “Caffè
D’Agata.”
- **Visit**: Walk through Catania's historic center, visit Piazza del
Duomo and the Catania Cathedral (Duomo di Catania).
**9:00 AM - 12:00 PM: Ursino Castle**
- **Visit**: Explore Ursino Castle, an impressive medieval fortress in
the heart of Catania.
**12:00 PM - 2:00 PM: Lunch**
- **Restaurant**: Dine at “Ristorante Al Gabbiano” for local dishes at
affordable prices.
**2:00 PM - 5:00 PM: Bellini Garden**
- **Visit**: Stroll through Bellini Garden, a large green park in the
city center.
**5:00 PM - 7:00 PM: Shopping in the City Center**
- **Shopping**: Explore local shops and markets like the Pescheria
Market for souvenirs and handcrafted items.
**7:00 PM - 9:00 PM: Dinner**
- **Restaurant**: Try “Trattoria La Pentolaccia” for traditional
Sicilian dishes at reasonable prices.
**9:00 PM - 10:00 PM: Evening Stroll**
- **Activity**: Enjoy a nighttime walk around Piazza del Duomo.
### **Day 2: Excursion to Mount Etna**
**6:00 AM - 9:00 AM: Breakfast and Departure for Mount Etna**
- **Breakfast**: At a local café.
**9:00 AM - 12:00 PM: Mount Etna Tour**
- **Visit**: Take an excursion to Mount Etna, with the option to use a
cable car and jeeps to reach the craters.
**12:00 PM - 2:00 PM: Lunch on the Mountain**
- **Restaurant**: Dine at a local restaurant at the base of Etna, such
as “Ristorante La Cantinetta.”
**2:00 PM - 5:00 PM: Explore Etna Park**
- **Activity**: Hike or explore trails around the volcano.
**5:00 PM - 7:00 PM: Return to Catania**
- **Activity**: Free time to relax.
**7:00 PM - 9:00 PM: Dinner**
- **Restaurant**: Try “Ristorante Il Sale Art Cafe” for a creative
dining experience.
**9:00 PM - 10:00 PM: Quiet Evening**
- **Activity**: Enjoy a quiet evening in Catania.
### **Day 3: Excursion to Taormina**
**6:00 AM - 9:00 AM: Breakfast and Departure for Taormina**
- **Breakfast**: At a local café.
**9:00 AM - 12:00 PM: Explore Taormina**
- **Visit**: Discover Taormina, visit the Greek Theatre, Corvaja Palace,
and the charming streets.
**12:00 PM - 2:00 PM: Lunch in Taormina**
- **Restaurant**: Dine at “Ristorante Tiramisu” with a sea view.
**2:00 PM - 5:00 PM: Taormina Public Garden**
- **Visit**: Stroll through the public garden and enjoy the stunning
views.
**5:00 PM - 7:00 PM: Return to Catania**
- **Activity**: Free time to relax.
**7:00 PM - 9:00 PM: Dinner**
- **Restaurant**: Dine at “Trattoria I Due Mori” for traditional
Sicilian cuisine.
**9:00 PM - 10:00 PM: Evening Stroll**
- **Activity**: Enjoy a walk around Catania.
### **Day 4: Beach Day**
**6:00 AM - 9:00 AM: Breakfast and Departure for Beaches**
- **Breakfast**: At a local café.
**9:00 AM - 12:00 PM: La Playa Beach**
- **Visit**: Spend the morning at La Playa Beach, a beautiful sandy
beach in Catania.
**12:00 PM - 2:00 PM: Beachside Lunch**
- **Restaurant**: Dine at “Ristorante Pizzeria Al Faro” with a beach
view.
**2:00 PM - 5:00 PM: Beach and Water Activities**
- **Activity**: Enjoy water activities or relax on the beach.
**5:00 PM - 7:00 PM: Return to Catania**
- **Activity**: Free time to relax.
**7:00 PM - 9:00 PM: Dinner**
- **Restaurant**: Try “Ristorante Da Antonio” for fresh local dishes.
**9:00 PM - 10:00 PM: Relaxing Evening**
- **Activity**: Enjoy a calm evening in Catania.
### **Day 5: Excursion to Syracuse**
**6:00 AM - 9:00 AM: Breakfast and Departure for Syracuse**
- **Breakfast**: At a local café.
**9:00 AM - 12:00 PM: Explore Syracuse**
- **Visit**: Discover Syracuse’s historic center, visit the
Archaeological Park of Neapolis and the Greek Theatre.
**12:00 PM - 2:00 PM: Lunch in Syracuse**
- **Restaurant**: Dine at “Ristorante Dioniso” for refined Sicilian
cuisine.
**2:00 PM - 5:00 PM: Ortigia Island**
- **Visit**: Walk around Ortigia Island, explore Piazza del Duomo and
the Fountain of Arethusa.
**5:00 PM - 7:00 PM: Return to Catania**
- **Activity**: Free time to relax.
**7:00 PM - 9:00 PM: Dinner**
- **Restaurant**: Dine at “Trattoria La Madia” for a delightful meal.
**9:00 PM - 10:00 PM: Quiet Evening**
- **Activity**: Relax or enjoy a quiet evening walk.
### **Day 6: Exploring Surrounding Villages**
**6:00 AM - 9:00 AM: Breakfast and Departure for Villages**
- **Breakfast**: At a local café.
**9:00 AM - 12:00 PM: Discover Nicolosi**
- **Visit**: Explore the village of Nicolosi, a gateway to Mount Etna.
**12:00 PM - 2:00 PM: Lunch in Nicolosi**
- **Restaurant**: Dine at “Ristorante Al Monastero” for authentic local
cuisine.
**2:00 PM - 5:00 PM: Explore Zafferana Etnea**
- **Visit**: Discover Zafferana Etnea, a charming village with views of
Mount Etna.
**5:00 PM - 7:00 PM: Return to Catania**
- **Activity**: Free time to relax.
**7:00 PM - 9:00 PM: Dinner**
- **Restaurant**: Try “Ristorante La Cambusa” for an enjoyable meal.
**9:00 PM - 10:00 PM: Relaxing Evening**
- **Activity**: Enjoy a quiet evening in Catania.
### **Day 7: Final Discoveries and Departure**
**6:00 AM - 9:00 AM: Breakfast and Prepare for Departure**
- **Breakfast**: At a local café.
**9:00 AM - 12:00 PM: Last Visit or Relaxation**
- **Activity**: Use your last hours to visit missed spots or relax.
**12:00 PM - 2:00 PM: Lunch**
- **Restaurant**: Light lunch at a local café.
**2:00 PM - 4:00 PM: Preparation for Departure**
- **Activity**: Pack your belongings and ensure you have everything
needed for your departure.
**4:00 PM - 10:00 PM: Departure**
- **Activity**: Departure and travel back.
### **Accommodation and Affordable Dining**
**Accommodation**:
- **Hotel Catania International**: Offers reasonable rates and is well-located.
- **Ostello degli Elefanti**: Budget-friendly option with good
facilities.
**Dining**:
- **Local Restaurants and Trattorias**: Such as “Trattoria La
Pentolaccia” and “Ristorante Da Antonio” for affordable meals.
- **Local Cafés**: For reasonable breakfast and light lunch options.
This itinerary will allow you to explore Catania and its surroundings in
depth while enjoying every aspect of this beautiful Sicilian region.
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