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FLAVORS OF SICILY

11 days From €4500 per person
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Days 1-3: Explore Taormina

Head out on a guided tour of Taormina and enjoy the beauty of this seaside town, one of Sicily’s most spectacular. Marvel at the Greek-Roman theater, considered among the most striking monuments in all of antiquity. Embark on an adventure featuring a full-day tour excursion to Mount Etna, Europe’s highest volcano, and visit a boutique winery nearby, where the winemaker shares the unique characteristics of the vineyard and the area. Savor the flavors of Randazzo during a special lunch of local dishes paired to perfection with local wines.

Day 1
  • Savor seaside views and delicious cuisine in seaside Taormina
Day 2
  • Explore the flanks of one of the world’s great volcanoes, Mount Etna
Day 3
  • Taste local foods paired with excellent wines in Randazzo

Days 4-5: Dive into the History of Ortigia (Siracusa)

Explore the fascinating Neapolis Archeological Park of Siracusa, home to the Greek theater from 5th century BC, Sicily’s largest. Visit Noto, referred to as a “Stone Garden” because of the incredible decorations on its buildings; a UNESCO World Heritage site, the city is a Baroque treasure. Get swept away by the beauty of one of the most marvelous wine estates in Sicily that sprawls across 51 hectares, then enjoy lunch and wine tastings in the lovely surrounds. Visit Ragusa-Ibla and bask in the oldest part of this city rich with churches and Baroque buildings. Stroll amongst a maze of narrow streets and steps which join the upper and the lower parts of Modica, a charming destination because of its splendid Cathedral and famous for its production of chocolate, similar to that used by the Aztecs at the time of the discovery of the New World.

Day 4
  • Delve into the rich history and archaeology of Siracusa
Day 5
  • Vsit Ragusa-Ibla, the oldest part of the city and Modica tasting its chocolate

Days 6-7: Get Swept Up by the Magic of Agrigento

On your way to Agrigento  continue on to the village of Caltagirone, famed for its ceramics workshops. In the province of Enna, explore Piazza Armerina, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that beckons with the mosaics of Villa Romana del Casale. Admire the finest of all ancient Greek sites during a guided tour of Valle dei Templi, home to one of the most complete DOric temples in existence. Unwind at a lovely country resort in Agrigento, a few miles from the sea on a hill surrounded by olive groves. Indulge in an extra-virgin olive oil tasting and enjoy dinner starring fresh local products and the estate’s very own wines.

Day 6
  • Marvel at the mosaics of Villa Romana del Casale, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in the town of Piazza Armerina
Day 7
  • Pamper yourself at a country resort in Agrigento and taste the fruits of the surrounding olive groves and vineyards

Day 8: Marvel at the Wine Region of Marsala

On your way to Palermo – Sicily’s capital and most vibrant city – stop at a wine estate in Marsala, one of the island’s most famous wine regions. Learn about the origin and special characteristics of Marsala wine. Pause for a delicious lunch in the estate’s historic cellar, with the spotlight on typical Sicilian delicacies and wine tastings. Travel between Trapani and Marsala on the Salt Way Road, where you can see evidence of the ancient tradition of harvesting salt from the sea still in practice.

Continue your discovery of western Sicily in Erice, an important religious site associated with the goddess Venus; today it is famous for marzipan candies and other treats like almond and pistachio pastries.

Day 8
  • Enjoy lunch at the historic cellar of a wine estate in the famed Marsala wine region and Ride along the historic Salt Way Road, where the ancient tradition of harvesting sea salt still reigns

Days 9-11: Discover the Buzz of Palermo

Get ready for a full day in Palermo and dive into the heart of this incredible city, including a visit to the colorful open-air food market of La Vucciria or Ballarò. A short ride away, admire the Duomo in Monreale, where Arab-Norman art and architecture reached the pinnacle of glory. Travel south of Palermo for lunch and more wine tastings on a spectacular estate that dates back eight generations under the same family of winemakers. Settle in for a lunch to remember, featuring dishes made with locally grown vegetables and, of course, paired with more superb Sicilian wine.

Day 9
  • Take a guided tour of Palermo and its landmarks
Day 10
  • Marvel at the Arab-Norman architecture in Monreale
Day 11
  • Depart Sicily from Palermo

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Dive into the typical delicacies and wine delights of Sicily on this extraordinary food and wine tour of the island that takes in the buzzing alleys and markets of Palermo, the dazzling shores of Taormina, the Etna volcano, Siracusa, Noto and other epic locales. Travel along the Salt Way Road between Trapani and Marsala and enjoy cooking your own lunch, tasting wine on some of Sicily’s best wine estates and sampling surprises such as “wine” ice cream in Ragusa-Ibla. The journey is paired with spectacular views of valleys, vineyards and coastline throughout.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

  • Taste olive oils and other local products at a spectacularly positioned estate in Agrigento
  • Enjoy a Sicilian cooking experience at a winery near Ragusa
  • See the majestic Etna volcano on a full-day excursion, with a winery visit

SUMMARY

This luxury tour of Italy features 10 nights of exclusive accommodations in 4-star hotels or historic mansions with full buffet breakfasts (3 nights in Taormina, 2 in Siracusa, 2 in Agrigento and 3 nights in Palermo). Car rental with pick up in Catania and drop off in Palermo. The tour is self-drive and is available also with private deluxe van with English speaking driver for transfers and excursions for the entire Tour. Private sightseeing tours with English-speaking guides, entrance fees to attractions and professional assistance for the duration of the tour are among the main inclusions. Starting in Taormina and wrapping up in Palermo, the package includes a full-day tour of Mount Etna, a visit to the archeological sites of Siracusa, a cooking class and a journey along the Salt Road Way.

 

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