Malta, Sicily & Sardinia

Study Leader - Bob Turner

Bob Turner, National Audubon’s Western Senior Advisor, has been active with the Society since 1970. He held the position of Rocky Mountain Regional Vice President for 26 years, and in 2001 was the recipient of the prestigious Great Egret Award. Bob currently serves on a variety of Boards and Commissions ...more

Summary

A fascinating blend of nature and culture, and timed to coincide with the Mediterranean’s profusion of spring wildflowers, this program explores beautifully preserved archaeological monuments and breathtaking natural habitats.

Leading this program for Audubon will be Robert Turner. Bob was the Senior Advisor for the National Audubon Society and its Rocky Mountain Regional Vice President for 26 years. He combines a life-long enthusiasm for birding with extensive knowledge of birds from around the world and is sure to add a great deal to your Malta, Sicily and Sardinia experience!

The mission of Audubon Nature Odysseys is to conserve and restore natural ecosystems, focusing on birds and other wildlife, through education about and the enjoyment of nature by offering the finest natural history travel programs around the globe.

Itinerary Summary

• Day 1: USA
• Day 2: VALLETTA, MALTA
• Day 3: MALTA
• Day 4: MALTA - GOZO - MALTA
• Day 5: MALTA - SYRACUSE, SICILY
• Day 6: SYRACUSE - TAORMINA
• Day 7: TAORMINA - MOUNT ETNA
• Day 8: TAORMINA - PALERMO
• Day 9: PALERMO - MOUNT PELLEGRINO - PALERMO
• Day 10: PALERMO - NUORO, SARDINIA
• Day 11: NUORO - GENNARGENTU MASSIF - NUORO
• Day 12: NUORO - ALGHERO
• Day 13: SARDINIA - USA