Italy · Culture

6-Day Calabria Tour from Cosenza with Sila, Sybaris and Le Castella

6 Days Round trip from 87100 Cosenza CS Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore the Sila National Park, the Cupone Visitor Center, wildlife observatories, and the Botanical Garden
  • 02 Taste local delicacies, including "Zero Km ice cream," confectionery treats, and traditional lunches at farmer's markets
  • 03 Discover the rich history of Sybaris and Rossano with visits to the Archaeological Park, Museo della Sibaritide, and the Museum of Liquorice
  • 04 Visit iconic landmarks in Crotone, Isola Capo Rizzuto, and Le Castella, including the Aragonese Fortress and the Sanctuary of Hera Lacinia

Visit the heart of the Sila on a long tour through Calabria, with stops in Sibari, the city of Magna Graecia, and Rossano. Discover Cosenza, the small "Athens of Calabria," founded in the fourth century B.C. by the Bruzi, and continue to Crotone, Capocolonna, Le Castella, and Catanzaro. Along the way, explore archaeological sites, historic city centers, museums, and local food traditions.

Visit the heart of the Sila on a long tour through Calabria, with stops in Sibari, the city of Magna Graecia, and Rossano.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 6 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included · Premium
Transport Not included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Catanzaro, Cosenza, Crotone
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arrival in Cosenza

  • Arrival at the hotel in Cosenza.
  • Accommodation in the room and time to relax.

Have dinner at the hotel and enjoy an overnight stay.

2
Day 02

Camigliatello Silano and Sila National Park

  • Have breakfast at the hotel.
  • In the "Sila National Park," stop at a farm for a short visit.
  • Taste the "Zero Km ice cream."
  • In the "Sila National Park," visit the Cupone Visitor Center, wildlife observatories, Museum, Geological Garden, and Botanical Garden.
  • Walk through the village of Camigliatello Silano.
  • Have lunch at the "Farmer's Market."
  • Stop at a prestigious bakery to taste confectionery delicacies and enjoy a regenerating coffee.

Return to the hotel for an overnight stay.

3
Day 03

Sybaris and Rossano Discoveries

  • Have breakfast at the hotel.
  • In Sybaris, visit the Archaeological Park and the Museo della Sibaritide.
  • In Rossano Scalo, visit the "Museum of Liquorice" with tasting.
  • Enjoy lunch based on typical local products.

Return to the hotel for an overnight stay.

4
Day 04

Guided Visit of Cosenza and Transfer to Costa dei Saraceni

  • Have breakfast at the hotel.
  • Take a guided tour of Cosenza from Corso Mazzini to Cosenza Vecchia.
  • Visit the Complex of the Church of San Domenico and the Cathedral.
  • Have lunch based on typical dishes.
  • In the afternoon, depart for Costa dei Saraceni.
  • Upon arrival, check in and settle into your room.

Return to the hotel for an overnight stay.

5
Day 05

Crotone, Capo Colonna, and Le Castella

  • Have breakfast at the hotel.
  • Take a guided tour of Crotone and visit the Capperina, Mount Sublime, Temple of the Muses, House of Pythagoras and Palazzo Zurlo, Castle of Charles V, Garden of Pythagoras, Cathedral, and Church of the Immaculate Conception.
  • Visit the Archaeological Museum.
  • Stop for lunch.
  • Visit Isola Capo Rizzuto, the Sanctuary of Hera Lacinia of Capo Colonna, the Archaeological Park of Capo Colonna, and Torre Nao.
  • Stop at Le Castella and the Aragonese Fortress.

Return to the hotel for dinner and an overnight stay.

6
Day 06

Catanzaro City Tour and Departure

  • Have breakfast at the hotel.
  • Take a guided tour of Catanzaro, including Piazza Matteotti, the Monumental Complex of San Giovanni, Norman Castle, Church of Sant'Omobono, Basilica of the Immaculate Conception, Politeama Theater, Palazzo de Nobili, Provincial Archaeological Museum, Masciari Theater, Church of San Rocco, Santa Maria del Carmine, and the Cathedral.
  • Walk along Corso Mazzini and Villa Margherita.
  • Stop at the Bellavista viewpoint.
  • See the Mediterranean Biodiversity Park and the Marca Museum.

End of services.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from 87100 Cosenza CS 3 cities · 6 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Accommodation in a 4-star hotel in a double room, with breakfast
  • 2 dinners at the hotel and 3 lunches in a restaurant/trattoria
  • Tasting of homemade ice cream, typical sweets, and coffee in Sila
  • Visits with a local guide in Cosenza, Crotone, and Catanzaro
  • Entrance and visit to the San Domenico Complex, Cosenza Cathedral, Crotone Archaeological Museum, and Biodiversity Park
  • Souvenir parchment

What's Not Included

  • Transfers
  • Drinks
  • City tax
  • Anything that is not clearly specified

Know before you go

  • The Archaeological Museum is closed on Monday. The service will be replaced with a tasting of homemade ice cream in Crotone.
  • Supplement for a single room:
    • 1-1 = EUR 215.00 per person

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Cosenza, CS, Italia
Tour start
87100 Cosenza CS, Italia
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 6 days finish where they began, in 87100 Cosenza CS.

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Estimated room rates

Single Room €485.00 — €679.00
Double Sharing €485.00 — €679.00

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