A firm favourite with food and art-lovers, this is an all year round twin-centre break in the atmospheric treasure-filled cities of Modica and Siracusa
Fly-Drive Holidays
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Cultural, Room with a view
A firm favourite with food and art-lovers, this is an all year round twin-centre break in the atmospheric treasure-filled cities of Modica and Siracusa
Experience the multi-millennial town of Siracusa and its creative cuisine
Walk among grand old palazzi and glorious churches in Modica and make easy trips to Ragusa, Scicli and Noto
Duration
7 nights
From
from £ 960 per person
Including
Travel planning
We can help with
Private guided tours of Siracusa and the Baroque towns
Tickets for the Greek Festival of Siracusa (May and June)
Walking and biking nature tours
Farm visits tasting the Ragusano DOP cheese
Just under an hour’s drive from Catania airport, embark on a voyage of discovery of over 3000 years of history, all packed into the tiny island of Ortigia, Siracusa.
Although generally more associated with the Greeks and Romans, the historical centre of Siracusa also has several interesting baroque buildings, including Palazzo Beneventano del Bosco which encircles an enclosed courtyard and has interiors as extravagant as the building’s exterior.
Stay at the atmospheric Giuggiulena B&B which has a large roof-top sun terrace with a view and a basement that leads straight out to the rocks and sea – with a couple of snorkels thrown in. Bedrooms overhang the sea below, with direct views of the island of Ortigia.
A short drive will take you to Modica in the island’s south-east corner. The town was rebuilt after the 1693 earthquake and showcases some of the best examples of Italian baroque architecture.
The centrepiece is undoubtedly the beautiful Church of San Giorgio but other elaborately designed churches and palazzos all contribute to what is, without a doubt, an exceptionally beautiful town. The nearby beaches at Marina di Modica and Sampieri are perfect for a relaxing afternoon in the sun.
Stay at the centrally-located Hotel Palazzo Failla, a former Sicilian aristocratic residence, still with antique furnishings, frescoed ceilings and original flooring but combined with modern amenities to provide an unparalleled level of comfort, privacy and intimacy.
Mr and Mrs Failla, whose presence provides a real sense of care, supervise the daily operations and the staff is unfailingly attentive, competent and friendly.