Duration

8 days

Languages

English

DEPARTURE DATES: May 31st, June 28th, July 5th, September 27th, November 1st 2026

Price per person in double room €4.800. Price in single room €6.250

Included Description Important Info

Included

Accommodation in 4 and 5 star hotels

American buffet breakfast throughout the tour

Transport by bus throughout the itinerary

Tastings, lunches and dinners as mentioned in the itinerary

Climb onto Mount Etna by 4x4 transport

Volcanologist guide

Villa Romana del Casale guide

Admission to the Archaeological Park in Siracusa, Castello degli Schiavi, Villa Romana del Casale, Valley of Temples, Segesta Temple, Cefalù Cathedral

Towns of Italy cooking class pizza and gelato in Palermo

Farewell Dinner in Palermo

Excluded

Transfers on arrival to hotel and departure

Drinks over meals unless otherwise specified

City tax to be paid directly upon check-in at each hotel

Gratuities

Highlights

Conquer Mt. Etna by 4x4 with a volcanologist and toast with volcanic wines
Step onto The Godfather’s legendary movie set
Get lost in Ortigia’s sun-dappled streets and ancient Siracusa ruins
Discover chocolate secrets in a hands-on workshop at Bonajuto, Modica
Learn how to make pizza and gelato at Palermo’s Towns of Italy Cooking School

Description

From the fiery heights of Mount Etna to the enchanting alleys of Taormina, the timeless medieval charm of Erice, and the sun-kissed vineyards of Marsala, this Sicilian journey weaves together volcanic majesty, baroque splendor, coastal magic, and the island’s richest flavors. Carefully curated experiences, from local street food tours to Etna wine tastings, immerse you in the true spirit of Sicily, where history and tradition meet under the Mediterranean sun.

Begin your journey with Taormina charm & Etna flavors

Days 1 – Welcome to Sicily: Taormina

Begin your tour of Sicily in Taormina, where you’ll check into your 4-star hotel from 2:00 PM. In the late afternoon, meet your Tour Leader for a pleasant stroll through the town’s elegant center, with its cobbled alleys, sea views, and timeless charm. The day concludes with a welcome dinner dedicated to authentic Sicilian flavors, before returning to your hotel for the night.

Day 2 – Mount Etna and Its Wine

Embark on an exciting excursion to Mount Etna, accompanied by a volcanologist guide who will lead you across dramatic craters and lunar landscapes by 4x4 vehicle. Afterwards, enjoy a light lunch and guided wine tasting at a renowned winery on the fertile slopes of the volcano. Return to Taormina for another night in your 4-star hotel, recharging for the next stage of your Sicily tour.

Discover southern historic heritage

Day 3 – Southern Sicily: Heritage and ChocolateTravel south with a stop at the famous Castello degli Schiavi, immortalized in The Godfather. Continue to Syracuse, where a local expert guide reveals the treasures of Ortigia and the Archaeological Park. Later, admire the baroque splendor of Noto before reaching Modica for a hands-on chocolate workshop at the historic Antica Dolceria Bonajuto.

Day 4 – Baroque Ragusa and Roman Mosaics

Enjoy a guided walk through Ragusa Ibla, with its maze of picturesque alleys and baroque piazzas. Savor a traditional Sicilian lunch with tastings at a local agriturismo before visiting the UNESCO-listed Villa Romana del Casale to admire its extraordinary Roman mosaics. Continue to Agrigento, where dinner and overnight accommodation in a 4-star hotel await.

Explore ancient temples and savor Palermo traditions

Day 5 – Treasures of Agrigento and Marsala

Step into antiquity with a guided tour of Agrigento’s Valley of the Temples, one of the most celebrated archaeological sites in Italy. Journey onward to Marsala for a flavorsome lunch and a refined wine tasting in a historic Baglio. Conclude the day with a sunset aperitivo at the evocative Saline Genna before resting at your 5-star hotel in Marsala.

Day 6 – Medieval Erice & Palermo Flavours

This morning, explore the medieval town of Erice at your own pace before heading to the ancient Temple of Segesta. Continue to Palermo for a guided city tour, then take part in a hands-on cooking class at our school, where you’ll learn to prepare traditional pizza and gelato. Dinner and overnight stay in a central 4-star hotel round off this full day of your tour of Sicily.

Experience coastal gems & say farewell to Sicily

Day 7 – Cefalù Charms & Sea Fare

Set off to discover Cefalù, a seaside gem with a magnificent Norman cathedral and inviting waterfront. Enjoy a fresh seafood lunch before returning to Palermo. After some leisure time in the city, end your journey with a farewell dinner on a panoramic terrace, then settle into your 4-star hotel for the final night of this unforgettable Sicily tour.

Day 8 – Farewell

After breakfast, your journey comes to an end — but the spirit of Sicily, with its golden light and timeless charm, will linger long after you’ve departed.

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Important Information

Payment conditions:

30% non refundable deposit to confirm the booking
full balance 60 days prior travel
Cancellation charge
Up to 60 days before tour starts 30% deposit of total booking will apply
Up to 30 days before tour starts a cancellation of 80% of total booking will apply
Up to 14 days before tour starts a cancellation of 90% of total booking will apply
Less than 14 days and no shows or earlier departure 100% of the booking

In order to process the reservation, we require the full name as stated on the passport for each traveler,
date of birth, nationality, arrival and departure flight details including airports, a copy of the passport, and any dietary requirements.

Maximum luggage allowed per person: one large suitcase and one cabin-size trolley.

Our Multi-day Escorted Tours are planned long in advance and occasionally we may have to make changes
for reasons independent by our wishes. Seasonality and weather conditions may affect some of the experiences, we will do our best to take the most out of them if these unforseen circumstances may occur however on some occasions they may be replaced with alternative options more suitable to the season. Most of these changes will be minor and we will advise you promptly. We also reserve the right in any circumstances to cancel your travel arrangements. For example, if the minimum number of clients required for a particular travel arrangement is not reached, we may have to cancel it. if this will happen, you will receive communication not later than 60 days prior travelling except for reasons of force majeure that can happen at any time. If we are unable to provide the booked travel arrangements, you can either have a refund of all monies paid or accept an offer of alternative travel arrangements of comparable standard or higher unless cancellation occurs because of Force Majeur.

Visits, excursions and activities for both tour and add-on may be subject to change because of weatherconditions or restrictions arisen by local council or national authorities without prior notice. In the unfortunate event the disruption will prevent to run the excursion a compensation will be given accordingto the itinerary.

In the unfortunate event of a sudden disruption to any of the mentioned hotels we will make sure customerswill be allocated in alternative 4* hotel or superior.

Some of the activities along the tours may run on alternative kinds of arrangements whether the number
of participants drop under 8 people in order to maintain the tour guaranteed.
Customers, or their travel agents, should contact an embassy or consulate of Italy to determine what travel
documentation is required.

It is advisable that customers attending a holiday in Italy will have at least two photocopies of all the
travel documents with themselves while travelling. Include copies of the photo page of the passport that
contains the date of issuance, the date of expiration and citizenship. Secure one set of copies in the room’s safe while traveling and leave one set behind with someone at home or with the Travel Agent who may assist in the event documents are misplaced, lost or stolen.
Although each tour allows for a maximum of 20 guests, usually the average group size is smaller, ensuring a more authentic and engaging experience of Italian culture.

For their own peace of mind, Customers must have their own travel insurance purchased in their home
country either through the Agent they booked their holiday with or privately done. It must include at least non-stop medical assistance and luggage cover.