14 days, 13 nights
If it feels like we’re playing with fire by offering a tour of the coast of Sicily, we are (this is volcano country after all). Where to go is not as easy as simply pointing and saying the beach because each of the three coasts are as different as night and day. Which is why we are here to help. Not by making your mind up for you, but spending a rich, wonderful sun-drenched two weeks, seeing them all for yourself. From the Tyrrhenian Sea to the North, the Ionian to the East, and the Mediterranean to the South, we’ll do the work to navigate the sort of scenario that any couple, family or group of travelers would struggle to make work, all the while you sit back and enjoy dipping your feet in those crystal clear waters and enjoy la dolce vita.
Tour Highlights
Favignana
Discover why Sicily has been one of the most coveted Mediterranean islands in all of history, as we circumvent the island on a quest to dip our toes in the most beautiful waters the world has to offer!
See why they call Lo Zingaro home to seven of the most beautiful beaches in Sicily.
While away your worries watching the sunset on the Saline dell Stagnone di Marsala
Marvel at the Agedean archipelago of Favignana, one of the largest protected marine areas in Europe, and home to a huge variety of different maritime species.
Enjoy a bird’s eye view of the western coast from majestic perch of the medieval town of Erice.
Step back in time to Syracusa and what was the first Greek city in Sicily.
What is the beach without ice cream. Enjoy one of the best gelatos you’ll find anywhere in the splendid city of Noto.
And then live out your chocolate fantasy in Modica, where the recipe dates back to Aztec times.
Visit the incredible Rocca di Cefalu, where the ruins of the Temple of Diana, as well as the remains of Hellenic habitations, still exist. Witness the breathtaking views of the Tyrrheanian sea and the Aeolian Islands.
Cost & Booking
$6285 for double occupancy. To secure a room on your own, add a supplement of $1000. This includes all transfers and transportation to and from Palermo Airport, as well as transportation to all touring destinations. This will also include most meals, all fees and tickets, most tips.
Limited to 7 people or fewer
Cefalu, Sicily
This tour represents the places and foods that we love, the hidden and unknown parts of Sicily, which is how we are able to get such an affordable rate. Affordability in Sicily doesn’t mean substandard. You will fall in love with the places we will show you!
If your travel allows and you’d like to see more touristy spots, we’re happy to make suggestions. We are also able to plan and execute a tour for just you and up to six of your family or friends! Just give us the dates and a budget and we will take care of the rest. Check out our other traveler services.
Your deadline for participation is March 28, 2024. Register and pay in full via bank transfer by February 27, 2024 and receive $300 off the price of the tour. Just send us a message in the “contact” page. We will send additional, more detailed information to all who want to participate
To secure your spot, a $1,000 deposit is required. This is the land only portion of your tour. You must secure and book all your own flights.
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Contact Franca by email at sicilyconnect@gmail.com or call 919-614-5319 to learn more.
Detailed Itinerary
Your accommodations will be in Agriturismi (when possible). [The word agriturismo is a combination of the words agricoltura (agriculture) and tourismo (tourism). It is effectively a farm designed to also receive guests, whether for food (lunch and dinner), holiday accommodation, or a combination of the two. The food prepared on these sites are mostly made from the raw materials that the farm produces. We will be arranging for all breakfasts and most dinners. Lunches may not be included due to traveling/transfer from place to place. Where possible, we arrange for lunches as well.
DAY 1 (September 4, 2024) Arrive Palermo Airport - arrive at Agriturismo, get acclimated, relax, aperitivo, meeting with dinner as a group on the property.
Day 2 (September 5, 2024 ) Morning: Lo Zingaro to Scopello or vice versa - 7 km hike along the nature reserve. You can read all about this amazing place here.
Day 3 (September 6, 2024) Mandrarossa Winery - Then, relax poolside, dinner at property
Day 4 (September 7, 2024) Erice - Enjoy a bird’s eye view of the western coast from the majestic perch of the medieval town of Erice. Salt Flats in the morning.
DAY 5 (September 8, 2024) Selinunte + Beach Time - Selinunte is one of Sicily's great Greek archaeological sites. Situated by the sea in the south-western corner of Sicily, the isolated ruins here have stood abandoned for most of their history. The lack of later development allows modern visitors to imagine the ancient town of Selinus as it would have been two and a half thousand years ago. The archaeological park at Selinunte is huge, incorporating Greek temples, ancient town walls, the ruins of residential and commercial buildings, countryside paths and zones not yet excavated.
Day 6 (September 9, 2024 ) Favignana: Marvel at the Agedean archipelago of Favignana, one of the largest protected marine areas in Europe, and home to a huge variety of different maritime species. Feast on the local specialty of red tuna sandwiches!
Day 7 (September 10, 2024) Travel to Southern Region of Sicily (4hr drive), arrive at property, get settled. Aperitivo on a Piazza or on the property
Day 8 (September 11, 2024) Visit to Modica, Chocolate factory, Strolling the streets of Modica, Wine Tour in the afternoon then relax poolside in evening
Day 9 (September 12, 2024) Visit to Vendicari Nature Reserve in the Morning, then Noto in the afternoon and evening
Day 10 (September 13, 2024) Today we travel to one of the many wonderful local wineries for a WIne Tasting Day.
Day 11 (September 14, 2024) Travel to Cefalù (3hrs) get settled Stroll the streets of Cefalù for shopping, etc, see the sites where many scenes from movies are filmed.
Day 12 (September 15, 2024) Morning: Visit the incredible Rocca di Cefalu, where the ruins of the Temple of Diana, as well as the remains of Hellenic habitations, still exist. Witness the breathtaking views of the Tyrrheanian sea and the Aeolian Islands. Afternoon: Beach time/relax time.
Day 13 (September 16, 2024) Santo Stefano di Camastra: Located on the Northern seashore in the province of Messina, Santo Stefano di Camastra is a lovely little village, part of the Park of Nebrodi Mountains, best known for its refined and historical tradition of ceramics production. There you’ll be able to visit the shops and galleries of ceramic artisans.
Day 14 (September 17, 2024) Transfer to Palermo Airport by noon (or earlier depending on when flights are scheduled). We say goodbye but not forever! There are many more places to visit in Sicily!
