September 17-26, 2027
Embark on an unforgettable journey through Sicily, blending history, culture, cuisine, and breathtaking landscapes. From charming coastal towns to ancient ruins, this curated itinerary offers the perfect balance of exploration and relaxation.
Estimated cost: $4300
Here’s The Plan:
September 16th: leaving USA (Fly in and out of Palermo)
Day 1 | Departure & Arrival in Sicily
Arrival at Palermo Airport and private transfer to San Vito Lo Capo. Check-in
at Hotel Ghibli. Evening dedicated to the Cous Cous Fest, with tastings, music, and
culinary stands along the waterfront.
Day 2 | San Vito & Zingaro Coast Excursion
Breakfast at the hotel and a stroll through the historic center. Boat excursion along the
Zingaro Nature Reserve, Scopello, and the coast of San Vito Lo Capo, including a Sicilian
lunch on board.
Day 3 |Tonnara
Visit to the Tonnara, with time to swim in the coves and enjoy a seaside lunch.
Day 4 |Segesta & Selinunte
Morning visit to the Archaeological Park of Segesta, including the Doric Temple and the
Ancient Theater. The rest of the day is dedicated to Selinunte, exploring Greek temples and ruins. Guided tour available upon request. Picnic lunch provided by Hotel Ghibli. Afternoon visit to the Selinunte Archaeological Park, followed by a sunset dinner at a local agriturismo or seaside
restaurant.
Day 5 | Marsala Salt Pans & Mozia Island
Visit to the Ettore & Infersa Salt Pans, windmills, and salt-harvesting basins. Short boat ride to Mozia Island, with the Whitaker Museum and Phoenician archaeological remains. Sunset aperitivo on the terrace overlooking the salt pans.
Day 6 | Trapani and Erice
Transfer to Trapani and check-in at Enea Suites. Lunch in the historic center, followed by
cable-car ascent to Erice. Visit to artisan shops, medieval lanes, and tasting of the
traditional Genovese ericina pastry.
Day 7 | Trapani Market & Cooking Class
Morning walk through the Trapani market. In the afternoon, private Sicilian cooking class
featured traditional dishes. Convivial dinner with the prepared dishes, ending with the
famous Euro Bar cannolo.
Day 8 | Corleone
Discover Corleone, a town rich in history, tradition, and the true spirit of inland Sicily. Walk
through ancient streets shaped by centuries of Arab, Norman, and Spanish influence,
explore its powerful revolutionary past, and learn about the complex legacy that made
Corleone known around the world. Surrounded by rolling hills and timeless landscapes,
Corleone offers an authentic cultural experience at the heart of Sicily.
Day 9 | Palermo
Private guided tour of Palermo including: Quattro Canti, Palatine Chapel, Norman Palace,
Palermo Cathedral, Martorana Church, Teatro Massimo, Piazza Pretoria, and the markets of
Vucciria and/or Ballarò, plus the Capuchin Catacombs.
Day 10 | Palermo Departures
What’s Included
BREAKFAST AT OUR HOTELS AND DINNERS IN UNIQUE LOCATIONS DAILY.
BALANCE BETWEEN SCHEDULED EXPERIENCES AND UNSCHEDULED TIME TO EXPLORE FURTHER OR RELAX AS YOU CHOOSE.
ALL ATTRACTION TICKETS AND PASSES FOR EXPERIENCES AND GUIDED TOURS AND ALWAYS WITH LOCAL EXPERTS.
ALL TRANSPORTATION, INCLUDING AIRPORT TRANSFERS UPON ARRIVAL AND DEPARTURE.
EFFICIENT TRAVEL TIME BY BASING OUR TRAVEL NEEDS WITH A MIX OF PRIVATE TRANSFER, TRAIN, AND PUBLIC TRANSPORT.
OPPORTUNITIES TO PLAN ANY OPTIONAL OR “ON YOUR OWN TIME” WITH EITHER TOUR MANAGER TO CUSTOMIZE YOUR EXPERIENCE.
A DEDICATED OPPORTUNITY TO REFRESH YOUR BAGS ONE TO TWO TIMES DURING OUR TRAVELS.
Our Commitment:
As we get to know you, we’ll be able to find those little corners of Europe that delight and enchant you. From magical trattorias, fabled artworks, and secret passageways, we’ll share with you those little things that make Sicily’s amazing cities the experience of a lifetime.
