Itinerary Details
1 Arrive Palermo
Dramatically situated on the north-west coast between a shimmering harbor and brooding mountains, Sicily’s charmingly chaotic capital, Palermo, with its gritty piazzas and crumbling baroque townhouses, is a riot of architectural riches left by the many cultures who have conquered it.
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2 Palermo | Capital City Of Diverse Charms
On the outskirts of town, at Monreale, see the stunning cathedral and cloisters before returning to town to discover the Palermo Duomo, intriguingly built on the site of a Muslim mosque. In the Quattro Canti, admire the 12th-century San Cataldo Church with its Moorish-style architecture and La Martorana Church, decorated with beautiful Byzantine mosaics. If you prefer cuisine over culture, opt to eat your way around Palermo on a street-food tour of its vibrant markets.
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3 Segesta | Wine Tasting In The Rugged West
Explore the rugged west of Sicily starting off at Segesta, one of the finest surviving Greek temples in Sicily. Journey inland to a charming winery for a tour and tasting, paired with a light lunch.
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4 Agrigento: Doric Temples And Distinctive Wines
Standing at the 2,000-year-old Temple of Concordia with your guide, you can fully appreciate its timeless craftsmanship. It’s an inspiring start to a day that explores the fascinating Valley of the Temples, one of Sicily's most significant archaeological sites, dating back to the fifth century BC.
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5 Piazza Armerina | Ancient Roman Mosaics
Tucked away in the south-eastern corner of Sicily is lesser-visited Piazza Armerina, a graceful old town of surrounded by forest. Here before the ancient Villa Romana del Casale, admire the stunning mosaics depicting scenes of mythology, hunting and domestic life. Caltagirone, the pottery capital of Sicily, is also beguiling, with a historic town center of town well worth the stroll.
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6 Syracuse | Ancient Greek Island
Cicero described Syracuse as “the greatest Greek city and most beautiful of them all.” Its historic heart, the island of Ortigia, is now a tangle of cobbled streets wending this way and that, lined with fabulous boutiques, restaurants, and ancient buildings such as the Temple of Athena. Explore the cultural highlights of Syracuse and Ortigia on foot, with a local guide, checking out the locally made ceramics and remarkable Greek and Roman ruins on the edge of the city.
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7 Modica & Ragusa | Delights For The Senses
In the enchanting Val di Noto, an idyllic corner of southeastern Sicily praised by many for its breathtaking beauty, view the striking honey-colored baroque facades that adorn the landscape. Artisanal chocolate artisans and acclaimed Michelin-starred restaurants dot this land of sensory pleasures. Marvel at the majestic Cathedral in Noto, revered for its exquisite architecture and recently unveiled frescoes. Visit Ragusa and explore Ragusa Ibla, the ancient and serene heart of the city, and finish in the delightful town of Modica for a chocolate-making demonstration and tasting.
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8 Taormina & Castelmola | Theater In Etna’s Shadows
Taormina is one of the most wildly romantic places in all Italy, and its chic streets and stunning shores recently played a starring role in White Lotus. Explore the city on foot, visiting the Greek Theater overlooking the surrounding countryside and Mount Etna. In nearby Castelmola, take in more sensational views over a glass of local wine or fresh orange juice and learn about authentic Sicilian life and culture.
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9 Mount Etna | Simmering Centerpiece
Explore the area around Mt. Etna, Europe's biggest active volcano, by jeep. Pass by the villages of Piedimonte Etneo and Linguaglossa and head off road to Grotta del Corruccio, a lava cave you explore by torchlight. Hike up to the Sartorius craters to admire the views, with lunch in a local winery your reward.
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10 Depart Taormina – Catania
Depart Taormina – Catania
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