Physical Requirements
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Pacing
- 8 locations in 16 days
Physical Requirements
- Not appropriate for travelers using wheelchairs, walkers, or other mobility aids
- You must be able to walk 3-5 miles unassisted and participate in 6 hours of physical activities each day
- Agility and balance are required for embarking a small boat or ferry
- Travelers using walkers, crutches, or other mobility aids will not be able to board the M/V Clio
- We reserve the right for Trip Experience Leaders to restrict participation, or in some circumstances send travelers home, if their limitations impact the group's experience
- You may encounter animals on this trip. We make every effort to keep these encounters safe, however animals may behave unpredictably or dangerously at times. Please use caution when interacting with animals on this trip: Keep a safe distance, stay alert, and respect the animals
Climate
- Daytime temperatures range from 44-62°F in the winter
- Sicily has a typical Mediterranean climate, with warm, rainy winters
Terrain & Transportation
- Travel on some rugged paths and many cobblestoned streets on foot, as well as over bumpy, narrow rural roads by bus
- Ability to climb steep stairs and walk up and downhill is required in several locations
- Travel by 89-passenger small ship and 30-passenger coach
Flight Information
- Travel time will be 12-20 hours and will most likely have two connections of between 2-3 hours
- International flights to Sicily depart around midnight
Accommodations & Facilities
- Hotel rooms are smaller than those in the U.S. and offer basic amenities
- Some hotels do not have an elevator
- All accommodations feature private baths