



Sicily East Coast: from Mount Etna to the Southern Coast
The trip in a nutshell
Self-driven tour
This is a self-driven tour - it isn’t compulsory to drive, however if you are willing to, then please tick the box when booking your trip.
This tour of Sicily celebrates everything we adore about Italy: sunshine, delicious food, and charming villages! Prepare to discover this delightful corner of paradise as we explore some of Eastern Sicily's most beautiful cities, including Catania, Siracusa, Modica, and Ragusa. As Sigmund Freud once said, Sicily is “The loveliest region of Italy: a stunning orgy of colours, scents, and lights…a great delight.”
This itinerary offers the perfect blend of enchanting city walks and relaxing on pristine white sandy beaches. What more could you ask for? You'll have the chance to trek around Mount Etna and take in the breathtaking views of the valley below. And, of course, there's the food! Sicilian cuisine is renowned as one of Italy’s finest regional cuisines, and it certainly won’t disappoint!
Lastly, we can’t forget the Italian people and their remarkable hospitality, making you feel at home wherever you are. Italy is, after all, the birthplace of WeRoad, and we’re excited to show you around!
Trip type
360º - it's our great classic that allows you to discover the destination in all its aspects. We recommend packing a backpack rather than a suitcase as there will be lots of moving around.
Physical rating
MODERATE - this itinerary may involve hiking or other activities that require a moderate amount of physical effort. Be prepared for some potential long transfers and early wake up calls!
Entry requirements
Please visit your country's official government website to find out the necessary requirements for entering the country of destination.
Arrival and departure
This trip will begin and end in Catania. Aim to arrive on the first day by 5pm - on the last day you are free to leave whenever!
What's included
7 nights accommodation in shared rooms with private bathroom
Car rental
An unforgettable day on Etna, discovering the unique landscapes that surround the largest active volcano in Europe
Travel Coordinator services
Itinerary
Catania: this is where it all begins!
Welcome to Sicily
Roundtrip flights are not included in the package, so you can choose from where and when you want to fly. Check-in to your hotel in Catania, put your backpack down and get ready to… eat! Cannoli, arancini… What shall we taste first?
Included: overnight stay
From Mount Etna to Siracusa
Trekking on an active volcano!
Rise and shine, everyone! It’s time to head to the tallest active volcano in Europe: Mount Etna. It takes about an hour in the car to reach our destination. After that, you can put on your trekking boots and admire the variety of landscapes around you. Green vines and olive trees, as well as oaks and chestnuts, create a stark contrast with the black plains made of volcanic rocks. Once we reach the summit we will be greeted by the beautiful Ice Cave. As the name suggests, this volcanic cave is famous for its stalactites and the presence of ice, even during the hottest of summers! For lunch, we’ll stop at one of the typical mountain huts (rifugi), where you’ll also be able to shop for lovely souvenirs.
On the road to Siracusa
After lunch, we set off towards our second stop: Syracuse . The soundtrack for the trip is ready, right? We leave our trekking shoes at the hotel and wear our costumes! The boat excursion to Ortigia awaits us , where we will admire the first of the beautiful Sicilian sunsets, ready for an aperitif at sunset?
Included: car rental, trek on Mount Etna with local guide
Money Pot: petrol, boat at sunset in Ortigia
What’s not included: food and beverages where not specified
Siracusa, Noto and Marzamemi
Siracusa and Noto
What a better way to start the day than with a stroll around Siracusa? We’ll head to the iconic Greek Theatre, one of the most visited places in all of Sicily. After that, it’s time to visit the Ear of Dionysus, a beautifully carved limestone cave, and the Roman Amphitheatre. Last stop is the Island of Ortigia, before heading to Noto for lunch. You’d better keep an empty stomach, because here we will be tasting delicious traditional dishes such as octopus with potatoes and pesto sauce, pasta with swordfish and aubergine or the famous seafood spaghetti “allo scoglio”. Yum!
Marzamemi
After lunch it’s time to visit the beautiful seaside village of Marzamemi. This old and charming town is full of shops selling local artisans’ crafts. After a bit of shopping, let’s spend the afternoon relaxing in one of the many beach front bars. How about a delicious aperitivo? We’ll then head to Modica, where we’ll spend the night and get some rest before tomorrow’s adventures.
Included: car rental
Money Pot: petrol
What’s not included: food and beverages
Modica and Scicli
Modica
Today we’ll have plenty of time to visit Modica and stroll along its streets. Soak up the beautiful atmosphere and breathe in the history of this city. Narrow alleyways leading up to steep staircases: a beautiful baroque city in the south of Sicily. Another perk? Modica is famous for its…. chocolate! A tradition dating back almost 400 years, it’s surely nothing like what you have tasted before!
Scicli
This afternoon we’ll head to Scicli, a town off the beaten track but definitely worth a visit. Its cave settlements and baroque architecture transport you right back in time. Scicli is also known for being the backdrop of an extremely famous Italian TV series, “Inspector Montalbano”, so we definitely don't want to miss this gem!
Included: car rental
Money Pot: petrol
What’s not included: food and beverages
Ragusa: it’s beach time!
A little slice of Heaven!
Picture this: blue skies, golden sand and crystal clear waters. Nope, it’s not a tropical island, it’s what you can expect from Marina di Ragusa! A short distance from the town is Playa Grande; this beach can be accessed with a short walk through unspoiled nature, but the view awaiting will be absolutely worth it. The bay is at the end of the Nature Reserve of the River Irminio; a great spot for a group snap! We’ll spend the evening in one of the many bars on the promenade in Marina di Ragusa, sipping cocktails and dancing the night away!
Included: car rental
Money Pot: petrol
What’s not included: food and beverages
It's time to relax
A good dose of Vitamin Sea!
We dedicate ourselves to another day of complete relaxation. Today too the day is dedicated to sunbathing at the seaside, we are spoiled for choice between Donnalucata, Marina di Ragusa or Torre di Mezzo .. difficult choice! In the afternoon we can decide whether to continue the day at the seaside until sunset or, if we get tired of lying on the sand, return to Ragusa and move to Ibla: we will reach the citadel of Ibla on foot, passing through the center of Ragusa Superiore and then going down the steps of Santa Maria; in this way we will see the most suggestive corners and the most important sites of the city. The nights in Ragusa-Ibla are magical, and we will be surrounded by an atmosphere full of charm and romance. Here the shops display their products until late at night, allowing us to also do a little shopping under the stars.
Included: car rental
Money Pot: petrol
What’s not included: food and beverages
Catania
Back to where it all began
It’s time to head back to Catania, so get comfy in the car. The journey will take a couple of hours so choose a road trip playlist and get singing!
Exploring the city
Catania is an ancient port city at the foot of mount Etna, a true gem of Sicily’s east coast. Get lost in one of the many churches, squares and little alleyways, as you admire the wonderful architecture. A must stop is the Fera ‘O Luni, the old market in Carlo Alberto Square. This is just the spot for some last-minute shopping! Another great place to visit is the terrace on Sant’Agata Abbey, overlooking the city and offering a wonderful view. The right backdrop for another group snap… Say “Cheese!” Tonight’s farewell dinner will be a special celebration of all the adventures we have shared in the past week, in front of some amazing food…and a glass of wine, of course. Salute!
Included: car rental and farewell dinner
Money Pot: petrol
What’s not included: food and beverages where not specified
Check out
Bye bye Sicily
We have to say goodbye: see you on your next WeRoad adventure!
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The itinerary may undergo some variations that differ from what is stated above. These variations may not be foreseen or dependent on WeRoad’s control, i.e. climate conditions, national holidays, strikes, etc.

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FAQs – Frequently Asked Questions
Round-trip flights are not included in any of our trips because we like to give you autonomy and flexibility: you can choose the airline you want to fly with, the departure airport that suits you best, and how many and which stops you want to make.
Since flights are not included, you also have more flexibility with your travel dates: if possible, you can arrive at your destination a few days earlier or return home a bit later – or even continue independently to a nearby destination!
This is the question of all questions, and here’s the answer, broken down into points!
The Money Pot is a common fund collected in local currency from all tour participants and managed by your Travel Coordinator.
It is used to streamline paymentsfor extra activities, goods and services that the whole group decides to do and to guarantee flexibility in choosing activities and excursions at the destination in line with the mood of the group.
It is typically collected on the first day of the trip in local currency, although at times, the Travel Coordinator may ask for it to be paid before departure.
You’ll find the amount of the money pot on the website under the section ‘What’s included in the money pot’ – how do you get there? Look for ‘What’s included’, scroll down to ‘Money pot? Click here’, and you’ll find the details.
The amount varies depending on the destination chosen.
It is used exclusively for group expenses that ALL participants decide to take part in.
It is estimated based on the experiences of other groups but can vary depending on the needs of the group itself. As such, the Travel Coordinator may need to increase the amount during the trip.
If not all of the money pot is used, the difference will be returned to all participants at the end of the trip in equal amounts.
The Money Pot also covers the Travel Coordinator’s share of the activities included in the money pot, except for those activities that are free for the Travel Coordinator.
If you pay in advance part of the money pot before the trip for certain non-refundable optional activities, unfortunately, the amount cannot be refunded in case of trip cancellation.
We offer several payment methods to meet all needs:
1. Credit or debit card from Visa, Mastercard, or American Express.
2. Installment payments for certain countries only
If you choose the deposit and balance option, you can pay the balance from your MyWeRoad Personal Area via bank transfer.
Anyone who books a WeRoad trip has the option to cancel or modify the trip – including both the dates and the destination – free of charge up to 31 days before departure. In case of cancellation, you will receive a 100% refund of the WeRoad trip price. (Deposits will be refunded in the form of a gift card valid for 365 days from issue date.) If you make a change, a price adjustment will be applied to the new trip chosen – meaning, if the new trip is cheaper, we will refund the difference; if it’s more expensive, you will need to pay the difference.
If you’ve purchased the Flexible Cancellation Option (which you can add in the first step of the booking process), you can request a cancellation or trip change until 8 days before departure. In case of cancellation, you’ll receive a 100% refund of the WeRoad trip price, minus the cost of the Flexible Cancellation option. Deposits will be refunded in the form of a gift card valid for 365 days from issue date.
How to request a cancellation or change to your trip? Send us an email at [email protected] or a WhatsApp on +447716573700. Please share the booking reference for the trip you want to cancel or change, and, in case of a change, the new trip you would like to join.
In general, we always choose local accommodations, avoiding large hotel chains, because we love to experience the culture of the place and, whenever possible, contribute to the local economy. Typically, our accommodations are hotels, apartments, guesthouses, and hostels run by local entrepreneurs, with the same standard maintained across all trips in the same destination.
For our Collection trips, which are our premium category, the accommodations are always 4 or 5-star or carefully selected boutique hotels.
The list of accommodations for your trip will be shared with you by your Travel Coordinator between 5 and 3 days before departure, along with other useful details for your adventure!
If you're wondering why WeRoad trips have a money pot, we’re assuming you already know what it is. If not, or if you have any doubts, we invite you to read all the information here!
Let’s quickly recap: The Money Pot is a common fund collected in local currency from all tour participants and managed by your Travel Coordinator. It’s used to speed up payments for extra activities, goods and services that the whole group decides to do and to guarantee flexibility in choosing activities and excursions at the destination in line with the mood of the group.
But let’s get to the point: why the money pot? First of all: it gives us a lot of flexibility. In all WeRoad trips you will have a bunch of Must See/Must Do activities already included - these are experiences, places or activities that simply cannot be missed! Any extra activities is decided by the group, why? Because each group is unique and may have particular wants or desires and the Money Pot allows each group to customise their trip to make it perfect for their requirements!
It also helps us speed up payments – imagine being in the subway in New York City, one by one purchasing the ticket...a nightmare right? Thanks to the Money Pot, the Travel Coordinator can simply purchase the tickets for everyone making the entire processes smoother! Any leftover money will be returned at the end of the trip and split equally amongst all participants.
In some destinations, buying goods or services on site is more economical as you are able to negotiate the price - places like Morocco, or South East Asia, bargaining is part of the culture. As such, our Travel Coordinators will be able to secure the best deal for all participants.
The amount of the money pot is specified in each trip – look for this button
which will take you to a detailed breakdown for each trip, like this:
WeRoad is not authorised to provide this information due to privacy reasons.
However, there is a solution - you can connect with your travel buddies by joining our Facebook group. Look for a post related to your trip, or ask the group admins for help in connecting with your future travel companions!
If a Travel Coordinator has already been assigned to the trip you're interested in, you can easily find their introduction post in the group via the website: in the tour list, click on 'Ask the coordinator', or in the trip details page, in the coordinator section, click on 'Ask [coordinator's name] for information on this trip in our Facebook group'. For both cases, see the screenshots below!
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In all our groups, the Travel Coordinator and participants speak English – knowing how to speak and understand English is therefore a fundamental requirement to participate in our trips.
On average the groups are made up of 6-15 people, with a minimum of 3/4 participants and a maximum of 15.
All our travellers are in theirs 20s, 30s and 40s. If you're very curios to know the age range of the group for a tour you're interested in, you can contact us by WhatsApp at +447716573700
Regarding the male-female ratio, this is not guaranteed and varies trip by trip.
Yes! If you're curious, you can take a sneak peek at the group before booking – although, in our opinion, that kind of spoils the surprise! You’ll find the info in the ‘Group’ section for each trip on the departures page, showing how many WeRoaders have already booked. Click the little arrow and you’ll even see their gender and ages – but hey, that’s exclusive info, so we’ll ask you to log in or sign up to see that!
You can spot this info in the screenshots below:
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Yes, in all our trips you will share a room with other same-sex travellers, and the bathroom will either be private or shared only with fellow participants of the trip. The rooms we select can be doubles, triples, quadruples, or multi-bed (up to 8 people in exceptional cases), depending on the destination and availability.
There are never dorms with people outside the WeRoad group, except in certain cases for local experiences, which are specifically mentioned in the itinerary or communicated before booking. These typically involve specific nights in unique accommodations like tents, homestays, or camping, offering a more adventurous travel experience in exchange for some comfort.
During the booking process, you can also choose to opt for a mixed room: in this case, if needed, only those who have agreed to this option may share a room with travellers of a different sex. If you are booking for multiple people together and select this option, the room will not be exclusive to your group but may be shared with other travellers in the group.
The WeRoad Travel Coordinator is an experienced and skilled traveller and will be the perfect companion for your trip. They will be available for any eventuality and will manage all the logistical aspects of the itinerary (transports, timings, accommodations, meeting points, etc.), so you can enjoy the trip without any worries!
You will have the chance to get to know them when the WhatsApp group is created approximately 2 weeks before departure - this will be the moment to ask any pre-departure questions and get to know the rest of the group! If the trip you are interested in already has a Travel Coordinator assigned, you can contact them before booking – their details will be specified in the schedule or on the trip page, or you can search for their name here. After booking, you will find their contact details in your Personal Area, under ‘Bookings and Trips’ > ‘Your Upcoming Trips’ > ‘Trip Details’.
When you set off on a WeRoad trip, you’re officially a WeRoader – and as we often say, 'Once a WeRoader, always a WeRoader'. This means that once you’re part of the community, a little piece of WeRoad will always stay with you, even if you no longer travel with us.
But you’re not just a WeRoader during your trips, far from it! The community is alive and active all year round: you can stay in touch by following and interacting on our social media channels, like the Facebook group or the Instagram profile. We can also meet up for a dinner or a trek together at one of the events organised by our coordinators around the world!