I have not been to Italy for many years but have good memories of the cities and major sites. This time I want to do RS’s Village Italy in the spring of 2024 and wonder if Sicily is enough different to do both back to back? Any thoughts will be much appreciated.
Posted by
Sapulpa, OK, USA
6475 posts
I've done both, and I don't think they're too similar at all. The VI tour is more activity oriented, with visits to a truffle farm, olive oil press, organic farm and kitchen... The Sicily tour is very different. It's been a while since I've been, but there are several historical sites, several archeological sites.... You may have one cooking experience; I don't know if that's still in there or not. They're both good tours. I wouldn't worry about their being too similar.
Posted by
franktown, colorado
2252 posts
Also have been on both tours and agree with Jane. I don’t think you would be sorry doing them consecutively.
Posted by
Twin Cities, Minnesota
1961 posts
As the others have pointed out, this would be a wonderful combination. These are 2 of my favorite tours and spring should be a great time to go. Sicily was a delightful surprise to me. I particularly loved the Greek temples at Agrigento. Village Italy was my first tour and the reason I continue to take a Rick Steves' tour as often as I can.
Posted by
OP
Canada
19 posts
Thank you all for your replies! I think I am going to book both and appreciate your encouragement.