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Paul’s Last Journey
SICILY

Day 5 – Tuesday,
St. PAUL’S SICILY
And landing at Syracuse, we tarried there three days (Acts 28:12).
Syracuse Old Town –
A guided walking tour of the little Ortigia island (the heart of the town) including a visit to the
Chiesa di San Filippo Apostolo, built on a medieval synagogue, this church has a burial crypt,
tunnel system, and Jewish ritual bath hiding deep underneath. Then visi the ‘Giudecca’, the
ancient Jewish Ghetto of Syracuse.
Syracuse Archaeological Site –
Two of the most significant ancient archaeological sites from both Greek and Roman history
are situated adjacent to one another in the northwest corner of Siracusa. The Neapolis
Archaeological Park of Siracusa contains the stunning Greek Theatre as well as the Roman
Amphitheater that combine to make this a UNESCO World Heritage Ste.
The Roman Amphitheater -
One of the largest amphitheaters ever constructed and dates to the 3rd century A.D.
The Greek Theatre -
Dates back to at least the 5th century B.C.
Nearby is the Temple of Apollo, and “Dionysus’ Ear” - which is very similar to the “Siq” at
Petra !.
Dinner and Overnight in
SYRACUSE
Day 6 – Wednesday,
SICILY TO ROME
THE MORNING.
Mount Etna -
Depart after breakfast by coach travelling the east coast of the Island to ascend the 1800
metres to Etna’s summit - the highest active volcano in Europe. Time to view spectacular
eruptions and learn the history of the mountain.
THE AFTERNOON
To Rome -
Depart from Catania airport on the direct flight to Rome and on to the hotel for room
assignment and the evening meal.
Dinner & Overnight in
ROME.