Wine & culinay tour

Wine &culinary tours

Sicily and the Aeolian islands (Individual )

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Culinary tour

Day 1: Arrive to Palermo airport or port and our friendly driver guide will be waiting for you. Trasnsfer to BaglioOneto Resort and Wine 4****.

The Baglio is situate in Marsala, near Trapani. It is situated on a hill of 150 mt with a beautiful landscape of the Natural Reserve of the Stagnone

and Egadi’s islands. BaglioOneto Resort and Wine is managed by the Oneto Family. Under the Baglio is keeped in barrels a special selection of

local wines with the historical brand ―BaglioOnetodeiPrincipisi San Lorenzo‖. The La Calandra restaurant offers a selection of local food and

wine with imaginative cuisine and impeccable service that has the great dishes of the Sicilian tradiction. The winery offers a fine selection of rare

and fine own wines. Dinner at restaurant of the resort - 2 dishes + dessert, 1/4 wine, 1/2 water and coffee. Overnight.

Day 2:Breakfast at hotel. Excursion to the mystical Erice, an extraordinary little village! Overlooking the sea and high in the hills, you could

almost take Erice for a Sicilian version of Camelot with its coastal fog and fairy tale castles. From Erice you can see the Egadi Islands, which

make an interesting excursion. Free time to explore Erice’s maze of medieval stone streets on your own. There are many beautiful panoramic

spots to take in the views and a visit to the mythical pastry shop La Pasticceria di Maria Grammatico is a must. In the afternoon, you will drive

towards Trapani for a Cooking classes that has the intend to teach participants about the rich heritage of technical knowledge and craftsmanship

that Sicily, and in particular the territory of Trapani has. Precious heritage, the result of a long history of contamination between different cultures

and deeply tied to local identity, which can be acquired only in close contact with producers and local chefs. The recipes of what 'they're going to

prepare, during the course there will be based on "COUSCOUS" (arabic recipe typical from the region of Trapani) and added ingredients. in

conclusion we give each participant a certificate of participation. The courses end with the tasting of the dishes prepared. Return to the hotel and

overnight.

Day 3: Breackfast at hotel – departure to Palermo. Escorted tour to Palermo's monuments reflect magnificence of two worlds: East and West that

come together. Capital for both the Arabs and the Normans in clashing contrast. This tour enables you to discover the capital of Sicily and

Monreale. Monreale is famous for its beautiful position overlooking the city of Palermo. Inside the Cathedral of Monreale is possible to admire

amazing mosaics representing stories from Old and New Testament, made by Byzantine artists. The escorted tour end to and afterword you will

visit the Arab Market with its unforgettable sounds, colours and smells and on a local trattoria have a tasting of pane con la milza and pane e

panelle. After the lunch you have free time to walk to the city shopping center. Dinner at leasure. Return to the hotel and overnight.

Day 4: Breakfast at hotel and check-out – Departure for Cefalù, a medieval town founded in the XII century by the Norman King Ruggero II, on

the site of a previous settlement. It is a beautiful small city, so that the Norman King Federico II. Tasting at Capriccio Siciliano, you sit outside

watching the scenic street life in the centre of Cefalù while sipping a Nero D'Avola or Marsala wine and ―Bruschetta‖. After the light lunch

departure for a scenic drive through the Madonie Region to arrive in Castelbuono on Madonie Mountains. Accommodation at the luxury

RelaisSant’Anastasia 5* a beautiful Abbey restored to its ancient and noble splendour. It is surrounded by greenery and fertile lands and produce

delicious wine as Chardonnay and Inzolia. Visit of the winery Sant’Anastasia and tasting of their best wines combined with tasting local

delicatessen . free time - Dinner at leisure. Overnight.

Day 5:Breakfast at hotel and check-out. Departure to Ucria to have a lunch at restaurant ―La Rocca‖. This restaurant, on top of the Nebrodi, a

truly paradise. The dishes are all made with local produce: Homemade pasta with ragù made with meat from pigs of Nebrodi, grilled meat,

appetizers with cheese and salami and local wine. After lunch departure to BorgoAlcantara Luxury Resort 4* (45 km from Catania – 20 km from

Taormina – 20 km from Etna). The Resort is located above a river that flows from the mountains from which during the time has formed a canyon

called GoleAlcantara. The GoleAlcantara Botanical and Geological Park offering a spectacle that is unique anywhere in the world, in a setting of

a thousand colors and extraordinary scenery, canyons up to 50 meters deep and pleasant nature trails for relaxing walks. The restaurant offers the

delights and dishes of typical Sicilian cuisine prepared and served in an impeccable manner, enhancing the flavors of ancient culinary art, which

makes it famous all over the world. The dishes served are accompanied by careful selection of wines from the best local and wineries. Depending

on the menu you choose, the sommelier will suggest what wine to match up to the dish. Dinner at leisure and overnight.

Day 6: Breakfast at hotel – Departure for cooking course at agriturismo at TenutaCarbonara Farmhouse. The cooking class is not just like

learning recipes to make a good pasta or rather the delicious Ragusa biscuits or whatever. It is rather the chance to discover the taste, the passion,

the poetry and the history that stand behind every single speciality of the typical sicilian gastronomy. The key to turn every recipe to a success are

ingredients, that have to be fresh and high quality grade, but they are not enough. Only when the right ingredients are mixed together with armony

and transformed according to the ancient protocols a recipe becomes an unforgettable experience of taste. The cooking class takes about three

hours and will be held in the language of the group, or in English. Participant gets apron with the logo of the farm that then take home as a

souvenir, and a folding with the recipes of what 'they're going to prepare, during the course there will be tasting of Ricotta 'cheese, and wine. in

conclusion we give each participant a certificate of participation. In the end of the cooking class you will eat what you prepared. Afternoon

departure for a walk excursion to Noto, Late baroque town nearby Siracusa. After the reopening of Cathedral of Noto 2007, the place has gained

back the honour of being one of the most beautiful baroque pearls in Sicily. Dinner at leisure. Return to the hotel and overnight.

Day 7: Breakfast at hotel - Today we explore the Volcano Etna, largest active volcano in Europe, and admire a unique combination of nature and

the uncontrollable essence of fire. It reaches up to an altitude of 2000 meters in the square with restaurants and bars hotels.Hiking to the crater

Silvestri to enjoy a breathtaking view of the valley and the sea. At lunch time, departure for a tasting at Pasticceria Russo. Since 1880 the pastry

prepares its delicacies, using original recipes handed down for three generations. Everything is prepared with care: pastries, cookies, creams,

cooked must, as you once did. You will have a tasting granita (a typical Sicilian ice cream), which is made in the traditional flavors: almond,

coffee, chocolate, lemon, or fruit: strawberry, peach, mulberry, always accompanied by fragrant brioches or croissants with honey, irresistible .In

the late afternoon you will visit Taormina and its Greco-Roman amphitheatre. You will enjoy the chic boutiques, bustling cafes and restaurants.

Dinner at leisure and return to the Hotel. Overnight.

Day 8: Breakfast at hotel and check-out – Transfer to the airport of Palermo or Catania

The package included:

6 night accommodation BB Hotel Resort 4*

1 night accommodation BB Hotel Resort 5*

Escorted guide/chauffeur for the whole tour

3 hours guided tour to Palermo and Monreale

2 top cooking class tasting and drinks included

1 dinner + 1 full lunch + 3 light lunch tasting drink included

excursions as in the program

The package does not included:

Flights

Meals and Drinks not Specified

Anything not listed as included

Rates per person based on standard room (2-3 people):

Double room: € 1450

Single room: € 1700

3 bed: € 1410




3 bed: € 1210

Wines & gourmet tasting tour

1st day: We will picked up at Catania airport and transfer to BorgoAlcantara Hotel 4* (45 km from Catania – 20 km from

Taormina – 20 km from Etna). The Resort is located above a river that flows from the mountains from which during the time has

formed a canyon called GoleAlcantara. The GoleAlcantara Botanical and Geological Park offering a spectacle that is unique

anywhere in the world, in a setting of a thousand colors and extraordinary scenery, canyons up to 50 meters deep and pleasant

nature trails for relaxing walks. Accommodation in the hotel. Dinner at leisure and overnight.

2nd day: Breakfast at Borgo. Today we explore the Volcano Etna, largest active volcano in Europe, and admire a unique

combination of nature and the uncontrollable essence of fire. You will see the CrateriSilvestri at RifugioSapienza or on your own,

enjoy an amazing excursion by cableway up to 2500 m (cost is about 30 euro/person). At 13.00 departure to visit the winery

Barone di Villagrande - The Barone di Villagrande, estate sets on Etna’s slopes at an altitude of 700 metres above sea level. The

vineyards, dominated by the estate, slope down towards the sea into a natural amphitheatre. These lands, which have always

belonged to the family, give birth to wines that, since 1727, have been perpetually placed on local and international markets.

Guided tasting and taste dishes of Etna’s local cuisine paired with 3 wines + cottage cheese, Sicilian, Sicilian sausages, snacks,

olives, sun dried tomatoes, bread and olive oil). In the late afternoon you will visit Taormina and its Greco-Roman amphitheatre.

You will enjoy the chic boutiques, bustling cafes and restaurants. Dinner at leisure and return to Borgo.

3rd day: Breakfast at Borgo. Morning, we will depart for a visit at COS winery. Fascinated by ancient cellar practices, COS

decided to work with amphoras, clay jars that were used by the ancient Greeks. Visit at winery and wine tasting combined with

tasting local delicatessen . In the afternoon we depart to visit the city of Noto – One of the Sicilian cities that became UNESCO

World Heritage Sites in 2002. This citiy already existed during the Medieval Age, but was rebuilt (in part or entirely) after the

catastrophic earthquake of 1693. Having followed the stylistic model predominant during the era, the cities’ architecture, urban

plan and decorations constitute the culmination of one of the last periods of Baroque’s flourish in Europe. Dinner at leisure and

return to the Borgo. Overnight.

4th day: Breakfast at Borgo and chek-out - Departure for a scenic drive through the Madonie Region to arrive in Castelbuono on

Madonie Mountains. Accommodation at the luxury RelaisSant'Anastasia a beautiful Abbey restored to its ancient and noble

splendour. It is surrounded by greenery and fertile lands and produce delicious wine as Chardonnay and Inzolia. Visit of the winery

Sant'Anastasia and tasting of their best wines combined with tasting local delicatessen. Dinner at leisure. Overnight.

5th day: Breakfast and check-out – Departure to visit TenutaRegareali – TascaD’Almerita - Tascad'Almerita was founded in 1830

and is a fine wine producing estate in Sicily with an aristocratic background. The winery is located on the Regaleali estate close to

VallelungaPratameno and is one of the most beautiful in Sicily. Tour to vineyard and guided tasting of wines with typical snacks

from the estate. In the afternoon we depart to reach the Planeta Estate winery, one of the most beautiful wineries in all of Sicily

located in Sambuca di Sicilia in the Valle del Belice. Accommodation at La Foresteria 4* - The estate is situated in Menfi,

amongst rolling hills, with mesmerizing views of the sea and the vineyards.. Dinner at leisure. Overnight.

6th day: Breakfast at hotel - Morning we will head to Marsala, the city of wine. Marsala literally put Sicilian winemaking on the

map, and a wine tasting and lunch at Donnafugata winery is illustrative of the area's winemaking prowess and traditional cuisine. In

the early afternoon, excursion to Erice, a magical, medieval town perched atop Monte San Giuliano overlooking the city of

Trapani, the Egadi Islands and the famous saltpans where sea salt is made. The views from this mountaintop village are

breathtaking, and on a clear day, you can see the African coast. Visit the Norman Castle and Duomo as you walk through the

cobble-stoned streets of the town. Dinner at leisure. Return to hotel. Overnight.

7th day: Breakfast at hotel – excursion to Planeta winery, one of the most beautiful wineries in all of Sicily- you will have our

wine tasting and lunch at the vineyard. In the afternoon we depart to visit Agrigento. Agrigento (Akragas) was one of the most

thriving centres of Greek civilisation in the 5th century, B.C. A few miles away from the modern town, on a southern lower

ridge, are still sited the great temples of the ancient city, surrounded by almond groves and ancient olive trees. On the walk we

will see: The tour of the archaeological park starts with the Temple of Hera ( Juno ) built at the very top of the hill.

Magnificent views of the landscape, coastline and the Mediterranean Sea. Then walk for about one mile downhill and stop along

the main path to admire the city fortifications and Byzantine arcosolia, the Temple of Concordia, the Temple of Herakles, the

Temple of Zeus and the Sanctuary of Chtonian Deities (Temple of Castor and Pollux). Dinner at leisure. Return to the hotel -

Overnight.

8st day: Breakfast at hotel – check-out – transfer to the airport – end of the tour

Rates: April, May, July, September, October:



August:



The package include:

7 night accommodation breakfast included in hotel 4*

1 night accommodation breakfast included in hotel 5*

6 wines and local delicatessen testing

Escorted guide on transfers and excursions

The package don’t include:

Flight to Catania

Extra meals

Anything not listed on the package included

Wine & Gourmet tour

Day 1: We will picked you up at Catania airport and transfer to BorgoAlcantara Luxury Resort 4* (45 km from Catania – 20 km

from Taormina – 20 km from Etna). The Resort is located above a river that flows from the mountains from which during the time

has formed a canyon called GoleAlcantara. The GoleAlcantara Botanical and Geological Park offering a spectacle that is unique


nature trails for relaxing walks. The restaurant offers the delights and dishes of typical Sicilian cuisine prepared and served in an

impeccable manner, enhancing the flavors of ancient culinary art, which makes it famous all over the world. The dishes served are

accompanied by careful selection of wines from the best local and wineries. Depending on the menu you choose, the sommelier

will suggest what wine to match up to the dish.Dinner at leisure and overnight.

Day 1: Breakfast at Borgo. Today we explore the Volcano Etna, largest active volcano in Europe, and admire a unique

combination of nature and the uncontrollable essence of fire. It reaches up to an altitude of 2000 meters in the square with

restaurants and bars hotels.Hiking to the crater Silvestri to enjoy a breathtaking view of the valley and the sea. At 13.00 departure

to visit the winery Barone di Villagrande – The Barone di Villagrande estate sets on Etna’s slopes at an altitude of 700 metres

above sea level. The vineyards, dominated by the estate, slope down towards the sea. These lands, which have always belonged to

the family, give birth to wines that, since 1727, have been perpetually placed on local and international markets. Guided tasting and

taste dishes of Etna’s local cuisine paired with 3 wines + cottage cheese, Sicilian sausages, snacks, olives, sun dried tomatoes,

bread and olive oil). In the late afternoon you will visit Taormina and its Greco-Roman amphitheatre. You will enjoy the chic

boutiques, bustling cafes and restaurants. Dinner at leisure return to the Hotel. Overnight.

Day 3:Breakfast at Borgo. Morning, we will depart for a visit at COS winery. Fascinated by ancient cellar practices, COS decided

to work with amphoras, clay jars that were used by the ancient Greeks. Visit at winery and wine tasting combined with tasting local

delicatessen . In the afternoon we depart to visit the city of Noto – One of the Sicilian cities that became UNESCO World Heritage

Sites in 2002. This citiy already existed during the Medieval Age, but was rebuilt (in part or entirely) after the earthquake of 1693.

Having followed the stylistic model predominant during the era, the cities’ architecture, urban plan and decorations constitute the

culmination of one of the last periods of Baroque’s flourish in Europe. Dinner at leisure and return to the Borgo. Overnight.

Day 4: Breakfast at Borgo and chek-out – Departure for a scenic drive through the Madonie Region to arrive in Castelbuono on

Madonie Mountains. Accommodation at the luxury RelaisSant’Anastasia 5* a beautiful Abbey restored to its ancient and noble


Sant’Anastasia and tasting of their best wines combined with tasting local delicatessen . Dinner at leisure. Overnight.

Day 5: Breakfast and check-out – Departure to visit TenutaRegareali – TascaD’Almerita – Tascad’Almerita was founded in 1830



from the estate. In the afternoon we depart to reach the Planeta Estate winery, one of the most beautiful wineries in all Sicily

located in Sambuca di Sicilia in the Valle del Belice. Accommodation at La Foresteria 4* – The estate is situated in Menfi,


Day 6: Breakfast at hotel – Morning we will head to Marsala, the city of wine. Marsala literally put Sicilian winemaking on the

map, and a wine tasting and lunch at Donnafugata winery is illustrative of the area’s winemaking prowess and traditional cuisine.

In the early afternoon, excursion to Erice, a magical, medieval town perched atop Monte San Giuliano overlooking the city of




Day 7: Breakfast at hotel – excursion to Planeta winery, one of the most beautiful wineries in all of Sicily- you will have our wine

tasting and lunch at the vineyard. In the afternoon we depart to visit Agrigento. Agrigento (Akragas) was one of the most thriving

centres of Greek civilisation in the 5th century, B.C.A few miles away from the modern town, on a southern lower ridge, are

still sited the great temples of the ancient city, surrounded by almond groves and ancient olive trees. On the walk we will see:

The tour of the archaeological park starts with the Temple of Hera ( Juno ) built at the very top of the hill. Magnificent views of

the landscape, coastline and the Mediterranean Sea. Then walk for about one mile downhill and stop along the main path to

admire the city fortifications and Byzantine arcosolia, the Temple of Concordia, the Temple of Herakles, the Temple of Zeus and

the Sanctuary of Chtonian Deities. Dinner at leisure. Return to the hotel – Overnight.

Day 8:Breakfast at hotel – check-out – transfer to the airport – end of the tour

The package include: 6 night accommodation BB in hotel 4*

1 night accommodation BB in hotel 5*

6 tasting of wines and local delicatessen

English driver tour escort during transfers and excursions

The package don’t include: Flight

Extra meals





3 bed: € 1255




3 bed: € 1150

Cellar tour

Day 1: Arrive to Palermo airport or port and your friendly driver guide will be waiting for you. Trasnsfer to BaglioOneto Resort

and Wine 4*. The Baglio is situate in Marsala, near Trapani. It is situated on a hill of 150 mt with a beautiful landscape of the

Natural Reserve of the Stagnone and Egadi’s islands. BaglioOneto Resort and Wine is managed by the Oneto Family. Under the

Baglio is keeped in barrels a special selection of local wines with the historical brand ―BaglioOnetodeiPrincipisi San Lorenzo‖.

The La Calandra restaurant offers a selection of local food and wine with imaginative cuisine and impeccable service with dishes

of the Sicilian tradition. Wine tasting at the winery with a fine selection of rare own wines. Dinner at leisure. Overnight.

Day 2: Breakfast at hotel. Morning we will head to Marsala, the city of wine. Marsala literally put Sicilian winemaking on the

map, and a wine tasting at Donnafugata winery is illustrative of the area's winemaking prowess. In the afternoon, excursion to

Erice, the mystical Erice, an extraordinary little village! Overlooking the sea and high in the hills, you could almost take Erice for a

Sicilian version of Camelot with its coastal fog and fairy tale castles. From Erice you can see the Egadi Islands, which make an

interesting excursion. Free time to explore Erice’s maze of medieval stone streets on your own. There are many beautiful

panoramic spots to take in the views. Dinner at leisure. Return to the hotel and overnight.

Day 3: Breakfast at hotel – departure to Casteldaccia and Visit the famous Corvo Winery. Today Corvo is a historical brand not

only for Sicilian wine making, but also one of the Italian great classical wines, one of most popular wines in the world. You will

visit the Museum of Agriculture and the ancient "Bottaia". Finally you will taste special Sicilian wines. In the afternoon departure

to visit Palermo's monuments reflect magnificence of two worlds: East and West that come together. Capital for both the Arabs and

the Normans in clashing contrast. This tour enables you to discover the capital of Sicily and Monreale. Monreale is famous for its

beautiful position overlooking the city of Palermo. Inside the Cathedral of Monreale is possible to admire amazing mosaics

representing stories from Old and New Testament, made by Byzantine artists. The escorted tour end to and afterword you will visit

have free time to walk to the city shopping center. Dinner at leisure. Return to the hotel and overnight.

Day 4: Breakfast at hotel and check-out - Departure to Planeta Estate winery, one of the most beautiful wineries in all Sicily

located in Sambuca di Sicilia in the Valle del Belice. The estate is situated in Menfi, amongst rolling hills, with mesmerizing views

of the sea and the vineyards. Welcome reception at Planeta Estate La Foresteria wine bar for an orientation of the tour and an

overview of Sicilian wines and wine and olive oil tasting. Afternoon relax in the estate or to the beach which is at 4 km from the

Resort. Dinner at leisure. Overnight.

Day 5: Breakfast at hotel and check-out – Departure to TenutaRegareali – TascaD’Almerita. The estate was founded in 1830 and is

a fine wine producing estate in Sicily with an aristocratic background. The winery is located on the Regaleali estate close to


from the estate. In the afternoon departure to Tenuta Scilio - Wine Hotel on Mount Etna. The Wine estate and cellars date back to

1815 are surrounded by the organically cultivated vineyards, where for centuries the traditions of winemaking have been handed

down from generation to generation. Accommodation in the reserved rooms. Dinner at leisure and overnight

Day 6: Breakfast at Hotel – in the morning meeting with the Scilio family, Luisa that will show you the vineyard, the old palmento

(milestone) and the barrique, than you will taste their best wine and a delicious red passito of Etna. In the afternoon you will visit

Taormina and its Greco-Roman amphitheatre. You will enjoy the chic boutiques, bustling cafes and restaurants. Dinner at leisure

and return to the Hotel. Overnight.

Day 7: Breakfast at Hotel - Today we explore the Volcano Etna, largest active volcano in Europe, and admire a unique

combination of nature and the uncontrollable essence of fire. It reaches up to an altitude of 2000 meters in the square with

restaurants and bars hotels.Hiking to the crater Silvestri to enjoy a breathtaking view of the valley and the sea. At leisure you can

enjoy an amazing excursion by cobble car and jeep till 3000.mt. Lunch at leisure. In the afternoon departure to visit the winery

Barone di Villagrande – The Barone di Villagrande estate sets on Etna’s slopes at an altitude of 700 metres above sea level. The



Guided tasting of Etna’s 3 wines + bread and olive oil.

Return to the Hotel. Dinner at leisure and overnight.

Day 8: Breakfast at Hotel and check-out – transfer to the airport – end of the tour.


7 night accommodation BB in hotel 4*

7 tasting of wines with snacks

English driver tour escort during transfers and excursions

3 hours guided tour to Palermo and Monreale

The package don’t include:

Flights

Extra meals








Sicily tour

Duration: 8 Days/7 nights

Number of participants: minimum of 4

Day 1

Arrive to Palermo airport – our friendly driver guide will be waiting for you and transfer to the hotel in the centre of Palermo.

Meeting with our representative that will present you the program of the tour. Dinner at leisure and overnight.

Day 2 – Palermo and Monreale

Breakfast at hotel. Today we start a walk to reach the famous ―four corners‖ converge in a quartet of baroque palaces from the

climax of the Spanish rule dating from 1560. Then our short stroll will continue on to Casa Professa Church (Admission fee: not

included) officially the "Chiesa del Gesù." This breathtaking Church is an amazing example of pure "Sicilian Baroque" style.

After, crossing the old city centre, we arrive at the lively Ballarò Market, a place overflowing with beautiful fresh fish, and local

vegetables and cheeses. Originating from the era when Sicily was occupied by the moors, this 1000 year old market has run much

in the same manner for centuries. It has strong Arab influences, resembling an eastern souk, and these influences are also evident

in the merchandise itself. Next to mounds of ricotta and caciocavallo cheeses, barrels of olives and fat slabs of swordfish sit

saffron and other spices, as well as sacks of beans and gorgeous indigenous fruit and local vegetables. Here we have the

opportunity to taste a typical palermitano dish, such as the famous Panelle (a thin paste of crushed ceci/garbanzo beans rolled into

sheets, fried and served in pizza-like slices). This afternoon a short drive take us to Monreale, to see where the Arab-Norman art

and architecture reached the pinnacle of its glory with the Duomo (Admission fee: not included) launched in 1174 by William II. It

represents scenes from the Old and New Testaments all in golden mosaics. Later we return to Palermo – dinner at leisure and

overnight.

Day 3 Erice and Segesta

Breackfast at hotel – Departure to tour western Sicily where we reach Erice uptown. The Elymians settled the medieval town

of Erice, which was an important religious site associated with the goddess Venus. Wander through its ancient streets and visit

some of the famous homemade pastry shops—world-famous for marzipan candies and other delicacies like almond and pistachio

pastries. Lunch at leisure. Later we travel through the Saltpans to see the historic salt flats works, where the ancient tradition of

harvesting salt from the sea is still practiced. This afternoon we continue onto Segesta, one of the major cities of the ancient

indigenous Elymian people, to visit the unfinished Doric temple (Admission fee: not included). late 5th century BC, built on a

hilltop just outside of the ancient city and has a commanding view of the surrounding area. Dinner at leasure. Return to the hotel

and overnight.

Day 4 Agrigento

Breakfast at hotel and check-out – Following breakfast, we drive through the interior of Sicily to reach the hotel

near Agrigento. Check-in and leisure at hotel. In the afternoon we visit the finest of all ancient Greek sites of Agrigento —the

complete Doric Temples (Admission fee: not included). Dinner at leisure. Return to the hotel and overnight.

Day 5 Piazza Armerina

Breakfast at hotel and check-out. Departure to visit the amazing Roman Villa of Casale (Admission Fee: not included) in Piazza

Armerina. The mosaics discovered here are celebrated among scholars of antiquity, Lunch at leisure. In the afternoon departure to

reach the Hotel near Taormina. The Resort is located above a river that flows from the mountains from which during the time has



nature trails for relaxing walks. Dinner at leisure and overnight.

Day 6 Etna and Taormina

Breakfast at hotel - Today we explore the Volcano Etna, largest active volcano in Europe, and admire a unique combination of

nature and the uncontrollable essence of fire. It reaches up to an altitude of 2000 meters in the square with restaurants and bars

hotels. Hiking to the crater Silvestri to enjoy a breathtaking view of the valley and the sea. Lunch at leisure. In the late afternoon

you will visit Taormina and its Greco-Roman amphitheatre. Taormina is a hill-village with a glossy sheen of glamour. A drink at

the tables of Caffè Wunderbar (or similar) in Piazza IX Aprile may set you back a few euros, but you'll be basking where

Tennessee Williams and Elizabeth Taylor basked before you. As well as the famed Greek-Roman Theatre (Admission fee: not

included), there are several minor sites to be discovered around Taormina. The attractive principal thoroughfare, Corso Umberto is

pedestrian and ideal for strolling and window-shopping. Picturesque lanes above and below the Corso are interesting to explore,

while if you want to stretch your legs further there are attractive walks up into the hills, or down to the sea. Given its compact size,

Taormina has a huge range of bars, cafes and restaurants where you can while away pleasant hours while admiring the views.

Dinner at leisure. Return to the Hotel and overnight.

Day 7 Siracuse

Breakfast at hotel - Today we depart for Syracuse, founded by colonists from Cornith in 735 B.C. and once the most important

competitor to Athens. On arrival visit through the Archaeological Park (Admission fee: not included) highlights the Greek Theatre,

the Roman Amphitheatre and the Paradise Quarry. Then stroll through the streets of Ortygia Island, the heart of the city center.

Lunch at liesure. In the afternoon we return to the hotel. Free time in the park of the hotel. Dinner at leisure and overnight.

Day 8 check-out

Breakfast at hotel and check-out – Transfer to the airport of Catania – end of the tour

What's Included:

7 night Aaccommodation in Hotel 4*

7 breakfasts

Private Airport Transfers and all transfers as per the itinerary

Escort guide English speaking during the all tour and excursions

What's Not Included:

Flights

Extra meals

Anything not listed as included

Rates per person based on standard room for minimum 4 people:



3 bed: € 980

Luxury wine & culinary Tour

1 day:We will picked you up at Catania airport and transfer to Ragusa "Locanda Don Serafino" Historical boutique hotel 4 * or

similar Hotel in the same area. The hotel is situated right in the heart of Baroque of RAGUSA, recently inscribed in the World

Heritage List of Unesco, in a 19th-century mansion tastefully renovated: it offers elegant and comfortable rooms, provided with all

services. The Restaurant is called "Locanda Don Serafino" and represents a milestone, one of the best restaurants in Sicily for its

food and wines.Check-in and welcome drink and room assignment. Meeting with sommelier, presentation and wine tasting -

Dinner at the restaurant Lido Azzurro beach 2 Michelin stars.A bottle of SpumanteSiciliano in room - Overnight stay in hotel

Day 2:Breakfast at hotel - Morning, we will depart for a visit at COS winery. Fascinated by ancient cellar practices, COS decided

to work with amphoras, clay jars that were used by the ancient Greeks. Visit at winery and wine tasting combined with tasting local

delicatessen - Return to hotel. Cooking class with star chef and dinner with preparation - overnight

3 days:Breakfast at hotel and check-out - Transfer to BorgoAlcantara Luxury Resort 4* (45 km from Catania – 20 km from

Taormina – 20 km from Etna). The Resort is located above a river that flows from the mountains from which during the time has



nature trails for relaxing walks. The restaurant offers the delights and dishes of typical Sicilian cuisine prepared and served in an

impeccable manner, enhancing the flavors of ancient culinary art, which makes it famous all over the world. The dishes served are

accompanied by careful selection of wines from the best local and wineries. Depending on the menu you choose, the sommelier

will suggest what wine to match up to the dish.Dinner at leisure and overnight.

Day 4:Breakfast at Borgo. Today we explore the Volcano Etna, largest active volcano in Europe, and admire a unique combination

of nature and the uncontrollable essence of fire. It reaches up to an altitude of 2000 meters in the square with restaurants and bars

hotels.Hiking to the crater Silvestri to enjoy a breathtaking view of the valley and the sea. At 13.00 departure to visit the winery

Barone di Villagrande – The Barone di Villagrande estate sets on Etna’s slopes at an altitude of 700 metres above sea level. The



Guided tasting and taste dishes of Etna’s local cuisine paired with 3 wines + cottage cheese, Sicilian sausages, snacks, olives, sun

dried tomatoes, bread and olive oil). In the late afternoon you will visit Taormina and its Greco-Roman amphitheatre. You will

enjoy the chic boutiques, bustling cafes and restaurants. Dinner at leisure and return to the Hotel.

Day 5:Breakfast at Borgo and chek-out – Departure for a scenic drive through the Madonie Region to arrive in Castelbuono on

Madonie Mountains. Accommodation at the luxury RelaisSant’Anastasia 5* a beautiful Abbey restored to its ancient and noble


Sant’Anastasia and tasting of their best wines combined with tasting local delicatessen . Dinner at leisure. Overnight.

Day 6:Breakfast and check-out – Departure to visit TenutaRegareali – TascaD’Almerita – Tascad’Almerita was founded in 1830



from the estate. In the afternoon we depart to reach the Planeta Estate winery, one of the most beautiful wineries in all Sicily

located in Sambuca di Sicilia in the Valle del Belice. Accommodation at La Foresteria 4* – The estate is situated in Menfi,


7 days:Breakfast at hotel – Morning we will head to Marsala, the city of wine. Marsala literally put Sicilian winemaking on the

map, and a wine tasting and lunch at Donnafugata winery is illustrative of the area’s winemaking prowess and traditional cuisine.

In the early afternoon, excursion to Erice, a magical, medieval town perched atop Monte San Giuliano overlooking the city of




8 days:Breakfast and check-out and transfer to Palermo airport

The package include: 6 night accommodation in BB hotel 4*

1 night accommodation in BB hotel 5*

1 luxurious cooking class with dinner

5 tasting of wines and local delicatessen

English driver tour guide during transfers and excursions

The package don’t include: Flights

Extra meals





3 bed: € 1450




3 bed: € 1350

Luxury wine & culinary weekend



Day 1: Arrival in the eastern Sicilian capital of Catania. Meeting at the airport with our representative and transfer to hotel

"Locanda Don Serafino" Hystoric hotel boutique 4 * (Ragusa). Welcome drink and gift to guests of a bottle of Sicilian sparkling

wine in your room.

Presentation of Sicilian wines (holding by sommelier). Wine tasting dinner in the restaurant Lido Azzuro (2 Michelin stars),

located in the beach. Ovenight.

Day 2: Breakfast at hotel – Guided tour to the volcano Etna - wine tasting to the cellar Barone di Villagrande (3 types of wine, the

freshest ricotta, Sicilian cheeses, olives, bread, olive oil, dried tomatoes, sicilian salami). Etna - acting stratovolcano located on the

east coast of Sicily, close to Messina and Catania. This is the highest active volcano in Europe. Today the height of Mount Etna is

3329 meters above sea level. Throughout its existence, Etna erupted about 200 times. The last eruption was recorded 3-31 January

2011, when the local authorities were forced to close the international airport of Catania. In ancient times, the image of the

volcano, the period of its activity and rest, was associated with the Greek and Roman mythology: a devastating eruption of Mount

Etna explained the struggle between the gods and the giants. At return we proceed toward Taormina - Taormina today, thanks to

the lush subtropical vegetation, cultural monuments and luxurious lifestyle rightly recognized as a center of international tourism

and a fashionable resort, attracts discerning travelers. Dinner at the restaurant (Michelin) with terrace panoramic overlooking the

sea and the surroundings mountain. Return to the hotel. Overnight.

Day 3: Breakfast at hotel. Guided tour in the town of Modica - visit to the local production of chocolate, which is made according

to ancient technology, tasting products.

Continuation of the tour – toward the main baroque city of Sicily (Noto), like a phoenix, reborn after the tragic earthquake in a

unique baroque splendor. Return to the hotel and a master class made in the restaurant by the chef starred. At the end guests will

have a dinner with the food prepared - wine included. Return to the hotel and overnight.

Day 4: Breakfast and check-out. Transfer to the airport.

The package includes:

3 night accommodation in BB Hotel 4*

English escorted guide transfers and excursions

1 Luxury gourmet master class with dinner

1 dinner at restaurant Michelin ** stars

1 dinner at restaurant Michelin * star

1 tasting of wines with sommelier

1 tasting food and wine

1 tasting chocolate cakes with tea or cappuccino

The package does not include:

Extra meals and wine on dinner

2 days excursions official guided tours in all languages (€ 480)

Anything not listed in the package include

August supplement € 250

Prices per person based on a stay in standard room:



Weekend wine tour



Day 1: Arrival in the eastern Sicilian capital of Catania. Meeting at the airport with our representative and transfer to Tenuta Scilio

- Wine Hotel located near Mount Etna. The Wine estate and cellars date back to 1815 are surrounded by the organically cultivated

vineyards, where for centuries the traditions of winemaking have been handed down from generation to generation.

Accommodation in the room - a bottle of wine will be for the guests in the room. Visit the cellar and wine tasting with snacks.

Dinner at the restaurant and overnight.

Day 2: Breakfast at hotel – Guided tour to the volcano Etna, the highest active volcano in Europe. Today the height of Mount Etna

is 3329 meters above sea level. Throughout its existence, Etna erupted about 200 times. The last eruption was recorded 3-31

January 2011, when the local authorities were forced to close the international airport of Catania. In ancient times, the image of the

volcano, the period of its activity and rest, was associated with the Greek and Roman mythology: a devastating eruption of Mount

Etna explained the struggle between the gods and the giants. After the visit of Etna we stop to a ancient produrer of wine to visit

the cellar, to have wine tasting with 3 types of wine, the freshest ricotta, Sicilian cheeses, olives, bread, olive oil, dried tomatoes,

sicilian salami). After the break departure toward Taormina - Taormina today, thanks to the lush subtropical vegetation, cultural

monuments and luxurious lifestyle rightly recognized as a center of international tourism and a fashionable resort, attracts

discerning travelers. Visit the historical centre and the shopping street. Dinner at leisure. Return to the hotel and overnight.

Day 3: Breakfast at hotel. Morning, we will depart for a visit at COS winery. Fascinated by ancient cellar practices, COS decided

to work with amphoras, clay jars that were used by the ancient Greeks. Visit the winery and wine tasting combined with tasting

local delicatessen. In the afternoon we depart to visit the city of Noto – One of the Sicilian cities that became UNESCO World

Heritage Sites in 2002. This citiy already existed during the Medieval Age, but was rebuilt (in part or entirely) after the earthquake

of 1693. Having followed the stylistic model predominant during the era, the cities’ architecture, urban plan and decorations

constitute the culmination of one of the last periods of Baroque’s flourish in Europe. Dinner at leisure. Return to the hotel and

overnight.

Day 4: Breakfast and check-out. Transfer to the airport.


3 night accommodation in luxurious Farm.

3 breakfast

English escorted guide during the tour and excursions

Transfers airport-hotel (two ways)

1 dinner

1 wine tasting

2 wine tasting plus culinary tasting

1 bottle of wine in the room (based on two person)


Extra meals


Prices per person based on a stay in standard room:



Gourmet tour to the Aeolian islands



Day 1:Up on arrival at airport of Catania you will meet the escort drive that will transfer you to Milazzo. In Milazzo landing on hydrofoil to

Vulcano (45 m). Up on arrival to Vulcano island you will be transferred to Therasia Resort & SPA 5 *. The Resort is located in Vulcanello and

has direct access to the sea, wellness center, restaurants and an amazing swimming pool, and a breathtaking view of other islands. Check-in and

welcome drink at reception. Free time and dinner at leisure. Overnight.

Day 2 Vulcano island: (Volcano (Hierà), is the closest island to Sicily, is located 12 miles off Cape Milazzo and Lipari is separate from a small

canal off just over a mile. Its name derives from the Roman god and is composed of volcanoes Lentia, Piano, Vulcanello and Fossa, the most

active of the four.

The island is characterized by perennial manifestations of volcanic, very popular with tourists who come here also to enjoy the hot mud and

fumaroles for cures and useful primarily for the treatment of rheumatism and skin diseases. The characteristic odor of sulfur, which is also used

for inhalation therapy, becomes more intense if you take advantage of the opportunity to go hiking - unforgettable - the Crater to the pit,

surrounded by "geysers", emissions of sulfur vapors escaping from the Earth's surface).

Breakfast at hotel - Sightseeing tour by private car around the island of Vulcano – familiarity with the history of the archipelago , the island of

Vulcano . Stops to the most beautiful panoramic views from which there will be breathtaking views of all the islands of the archipelago and the

coast of Sicily. Visit a farm producer of «Ricotta di Vulcano» – The farm is still managed by a family that continues the ancient traditions of

making cottage cheese on the island, using only natural fermentation and conservation – salt, oil and time. Tasting of different kinds of cheese,

olives, dry tomatoes, local wine and homemade bread. Return to hotel. Free time to visit the mood pool with thermal springs to take a bath which

is very health for the body. Dinner at leisure. Overnight

Day 3 Lipari island: (The island of Lipari, in the Greek language indicated by the name of Meligunis, is the largest archipelago and has about

10,000 inhabitants. The tourist sees since his arrival the fortified town and the Town Hall, established in the former Franciscan monastery. At his

feet are perhaps the two most famous bays: Marina Corta, with the Church of the Souls of Purgatory and the seventeenth-century Church of St.

Joseph and Marina Lunga, the largest port.

The soil of the island is of volcanic tuff, obsidian and pumice, and its coasts are characterized by cliffs and sea stacks that many face. The oldest

rocks dating emerged about 225,000 years ago and volcanic phenomena are now limited to a modest activity in the presence of fumaroles and hot

springs, like those of the thermal spring of "Terme di San Calogero").

Breakfast at the hotel – departure by hydrofoil to Lipari (10 minutes navigation). Up on arrival to Lipari we starts by private car a tour around

the island. From the center we go toward the mountain for a first stop to Quattrocchi to enjoy a breathtaking view of the island of Vulcano and

Sicily. We continue to reach Terme di San Calogero a Greek-Roman thermal springs to visit a museum and the stoves from which still flows water

at 58 °. We than continue toward the village of Quattropani to have a tasting at typical Aeolian restaurant – Light lunch on the rooftop terrace

with spectacular views of Salina, Alicudi and Filicudi (lunch will be based on Aeolians appetizers, water and wine included). After lunch we

continue the route toward the village of Acquacalda and we stop at the quarries, the oldest eruption of lava that created the black obsidian and

white pumice. Departure toward Canneto village (the biggest beach of all islands) and we end the tour in Lipari center. Free time in Lipari

center for shopping or dinner at leisure. In the evening at 20.00 return to Vulcano by hydrofoil and return to the hotel. Overnight

Day 4 Panarea island: (Panarea is the second smallest (after Basiluzzo) of the eight Aeolian Islands, a volcanic island chain north of Sicily. It is

a frazione of the comune of Lipari. There are currently about 280 residents living on the island year-round; however the population increases

dramatically in summer with the influx of tourists. In recent years, the island has become known internationally for its celebrity visitors.

Breakfast at the hotel – departure by hydrofoil to Panarea (1 hour navigation). Up on arrival in Panarea you will have a panoramic tour of the

islands trough the small streets of the islands by small electric car. After the tour – light lunch based on Granita (typical ice cream) with

brioches. Free time to have a walk to the center of the village whch is full of luxurious boutiques. Deaprture to Vulcano and return to the hotel.

Dinner at leisure. Overnight.

Day 5 Salina island: (Salina (Didyme), is the greenest island of the Aeolian archipelago. Its name comes from the salt mines exploited in ancient

times a lake, an abandoned village of Language. The island of Salina is composed of three distinct autonomous municipalities of Santa Marina,

Malfa and Leni. Lingua, Pollara, Rinella, Torricella Val di Chiesa, Are important fractions of the Isle.

In Pollara you can see, at a distance, the house where was shot the film "Il Postino", with Philippe Noiret in the part of Pablo Neruda and the

unforgettable Massimo Troisi in the mailman.

Besides its natural beauty and the home of "Il Postino", the island is renowned for the production of "capers" and "Malvasia", a distinctive wine

with a very sweet flavor and aroma derived from raisins, vaguely similar to raisin).

Breakfast at the hotel – departure by hydrofoil to Salina (40 minutes navigation). Up on arrival in the village of Santa Marina, you will have a

panoramic tour around the island by private car. During the tour we will visit an ancient church (Madonna del Terzito) the name of the church

come from a legend based on a story by apparition of the Virgin Mary that sounded the bells. We will go toward the village of Malfaand than we

stop to adimire breathtaking view of Pollara, the ancient volcano of Salina where was filmed the famous movie with Massimo Troisi, Il Postino.

We than depart toward Lingua village. There we you will have a lunch to a restaurant overlooking the sea. The lunch is based on PANI

CUNZATU, a local bread toasted with above ingredients Aeolian that you can choice from; mozzarella, capers, tomatoes, cottage cheese, capers,

tuna fish. After lunch we go back to Santa Marina village for a free time to the shopping street. In the late afternoon departure by hydrofoil to

Vulcano. Return to the hotel. Dinner at leisure. Overnight.

Day 6 Filicudi island: (Filicudi is situated 30–50 km northeast of the island of Sicily. It is a frazione of the comune of Lipari. Its total area is 9.5

km2. There are several small villages on the island, which include Pecorini Mare and Valdichiesa. Filicudi's lands are capable of producing wine,

olive oil, grain, and vegetables. In 1997, three quarters, approximately of Filicudi was turned into a Natural Reserve. The highest point is Monte

Fossa Felci. Other points include Monte Montagnola and Monte Terrione. At Capo Graziano are the remains of a Bronze Age village dating back

to the second millennium BCE. Off the coast, the volcanic finger-like rock of La Canna rises about 74 metres above the sea).

Breakfast at the hotel – departure by hydrofoil to Filicudi (1.30 h navigation). Up on the arrival you will have a panoramic tour around the wild

island. On return light lunch at reastaurant overlooking the sea based on a dish of pasta di Filicudi made only by local ingredients. Water and

wine included. Departure by hydrofoil to Vulcano. Dinner at leisure. Overnight.

Day 7 Stomboli island: (The island of Stromboli in the Aeolian archipelago is the latest to have emerged from the sea, and is caught by the town

of Lipari. Characterized as all the Aeolian volcanic origin, the appearance of the island was probably preceded by the birth of Strombolicchio, a

small volcano situated about a mile from the island.

Stromboli is the most active volcanoes in Europe, whose volcanic activity, which lasted uninterrupted for millennia, is manifested through a

continuous and constant repetition of explosions from the vents, coming out of fountains of lava and ash, which usually roll along "La Sciara".

The volcano and its eruptive activity, is experienced by the islanders as a supernatural presence and its proximity to man has earned him the

nickname "Iddu".

The volcanic phenomena can be observed from close range on a hiking on the slopes of the volcano, lasting a few hours. The unforgettable

spectacle of the volcano, erupting lava, clouds of gas and emits impressive rumbles, it can also be seen from the sea, however, preferably in the

evening).

Breakfast at the hotel and check-out. Departure by hydrofoil to Stromboli island. Up on the arrival you will be transferred at Hotel 4*. The hotel

is located 10 meters from their own beach. Free relax time. In the afternoon you will have a panoramic tour around the village from it’s small

streets with an electric car. Tasting of arancini and beer at restaurant In the evening (previous reservation) you can have dinner at leisure on the

Observatory located at 400 m above the sea. From the restaurant you can enjoy fine food and eat on light candels while you admire the eruption

and it’s lava explosions of the most active volcano in the world. Return to the hotel and overnight.

Day 8 Check-out: Breakfast – Check out – Hydrofoil to Milazzo and private transfer to the airport


6 night accommodation in Resort 5*

1 night accommodation in Hotel 4*

7 breakfast

6 gourmet tastingbeverageincluded

Private transfers from the airport.to Milazzo (2 ways) made by English speaking chauffeur

Transfers by hydrofoil to all islands

Excursions as in program

English speaking guide assistance during the excursions


Extra meal


Rates per person based on standard room and period

May, June, October:



3 bed: € 1505

July and September:



3 bed: € 1600

August:



3 bed: € 1790

Gourmet cruise in yachtto the Aeolian islands

Yacht Cyclades 50,5

Built 2006

Engine 100 B

Length 15,65

Beam 4,90

Draft 2,00 F

Water Cap 930

Cabins 5+1

Berths 10+2

Bathroom 3

Cruise to Vulcano, Lipari, Panarea, Stromboli and Salina

Day 1 ( Saturday): Up on arrival in Catania – Welcome and transfer to Portorosa - meeting with the captain

and hostess for charter presentation - departure toward Vulcano – up on arrival to the island landing for a

dinner at leisure - Return to the yacht and overnight

Day 2 (Sunday):Breakfast on board - Departure direction Lipari Landing and leisure time to Lipari – lunch

at leisure – Departure to the coast of Lipari to have fine swim. Dinner on board - Return to the port and

overnight on yacht.

Day 3 ( Monday):Breakfast on board - departure to Panarea - Relax and swim to islets - Lunch on board

landing to Panarea and free time – dinner at leisure - Return to the yacht and overnight

Day 4 (Tuesday ):Breakfast on board –departure toward Stromboli. Landing to visit the village – lunch at

leisure - Return to the yacht and departure to Strombolicchio and swim – proceed to Sciara del Fuoco for a

stop to have dinner on board while looking the lava explosion of the most active volcano in the world. Return

to the port and overnight in the yacht.

Day 5 (Wednesday ):Breakfast on board - departure toward Salina - landing at Santa Marina di Salina

village for a walk and lunch at leisure. Return to the coast to reach Pollara bay for a swim – dinner on board –

return to the port and overnight.

Day 6(Thursday):Breakfast on board–departure toward the costline of Lipari – break from swim and lunch

on board. Lnading to the port and leisure for shopping and dinner at leisure. Return to the yacht and

overnight

Day 7 (Friday):Breakfast on board - departure toward Vulcano and landing to the village for a walk or to

bath to the thermal springs. Return to the yacht departure toward the costline for a swim and lunch - return to

Milazzo - landing at Milazzo and end of the cruise.

Rates:

Up to 4 people: € 11.590

5-6 people: € 12.100

7-8 people: € 12.750


Exclusive yacht (including moorings, fuel, bed linen and towels).

6 night accomodation in yacht

6 breakfasts ( based on coffee, tea, croissant, yogurt, milk, juices)

6 meals (based on cold dishes such as: mozzarella, salami, vegetable salad, salad of cold pasta, water, beer and wine).

Commander

Escort Hostess speaking your language

Bed linen and towels

Escort English driver on transfers arrival and departure


Extra meals

Escorted guide to the islands

Extra night in Hotel 4*: € 50,00/person based on standard room breakfast included

Enything not listed in ‖ the price includes ―

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