Review: Italy Tour, Sicily, Amalfi Coast, Positano, Taormina, Syracuse, Capri, Agrigento, Temple Valley, Mozzarella Making

One of the most enjoyable parts of our trip was the time we spent with our driver/guide in Sicily. While all the drivers on the trip were very competent, friendly and professional, he was extra special. He entertained us with interesting information and stories about each of the towns we visited, gave us tips on how to cook pasta Sicilian style, told us stories about the area and what to look for as we were driving, and he always made sure we were comfortable. He arranged the retrieval of an item left by accident at one of the hotels and by the time we left Sicily, he felt like family.   I also want to say that we thoroughly enjoyed the drives through the countryside. The vans were comfortable and spacious, and it was a special treat to have someone drive us from one place to the next--so much more relaxing than trying to drive on our own.

Highlights of the trip for us were a stop at Erice, a wonderful town on a mountain top with incredible views of the sea,  the Temple Valley and the Regional Archeological Museum of Agrigento, the Opera Edipo at the Greek Theatre of Syracuse, and Taormina. We stayed in a lovely hotel there with the most incredible views. 

Along the way, other especially memorable parts of our trip included experiences like wine-tasting, making mozzarella, and exploring the island of Capri by boat. Positano was also breathtaking. What views!