Tasting Sicily from Taormina to Palermo, Food & Wine Tour- 8 days/7 nights  

Day 1: ARRIVAL AND EVENING TAORMINA FOOD & WINE TOUR 

Upon arrival at Catania airport be greeted by your driver, who will bring you to your charming hotel in Taormina.  

Evening Taormina Food & Wine Tour -  Meet your local guide in the city center when it starts to cool down and discover ideal places to get a real taste of Taormina. Savour its delicious food, soak in its vibrant culture, and meet the people who keep so many wonderful Food&Wine traditions alive. Just follow your expert guide through the town and eat and drink like the locals.  Your tour will finish at around 21:00 in the heart of Taormina so after you can still enjoy the town at night. Overnight in Taormina 

Start pointArrival transfer from Catania–Fontanarossa Airport, Catania, Italy 

Day 2: GODFATHER VS MAFIA TOUR WITH PASTA LUNCH & TAORMINA WALKING TOUR WITH GREEK THEATRE 

After breakfast meet your “mafia” guide and start a half-day trip to small antique villages Savoca and Forza d’Agro located on the mountains. See the places where the most famous scenes of Godfather movies were done and where started the love story of Michael and Apollonia. Find out the secrets of moviemaking as well as true facts about mafia. Take refreshing aperitif in the most famous sicilian bar “Vitelli” and enjoy the lunch with typical seasonal food on extraordinary terrace. Be dropped off to your hotel. After some relaxation take an easy walk with your native local guide. He will reveal Taormina’s culture, architecture, natural and political history and tell stories about the Sicilian people and their traditions. Conquered by the Romans, Greeks, Arabs, Byzantines and Normans, Taormina boasts a rich and fascinating history and a robust mix of styles. Discover little streets and hidden corners that gives Taormina a special charm. Visit the Magnificent Greek Theatre and get immersed directly in the life of Your first destination. Overnight in Taormina   

Day 3: ETNA TRIP UNTIL 1900/3000 MT WITH LUNCH IN ETNA WINERY 

On this day  start your adventure with visit of Mt. Etna. Firstly you will reach the base camp Refuge Sapienza, located at 1,900 meters. See the marvelous extinct Silvestri craters and take souvenir pictures of the area. There is free time to walk on the old lava flows. Then continue ascent until 3000mt by cable car and Jeep to the main authorized craters area (optional). You will be accompanied by an English-speaking Alpine Guide. A 45-minutes visit in this lunar landscape is memorable.  After hiking continue your tour to famous Winery located on the slope of Etna famous for it’s unique vulcanic wines and organic food. After guided visit of estate and cellars enjoy wine tasting (at least 5 wines) with pairing cold appetizers and light lunch. Drop-off to your hotel and free evening in sparkling Taormina. Overnight in Taormina 

Day 4: NOTO WALKING TOUR WITH SEAFOOD LUNCH IN MARZAMEMI & TRANSFER TO SYRACUSE 

After breakfast meet your private driver/guide and move to magnificent Noto. Enjoy an easy walk with local guide in town of UNESCO heritage – a jewel of baroque. While walking taste a famous Modica chocolate. After the tour move to astonishing typical Sicilian fisherman's village Marzamemi and enjoy a traditional fresh fish lunch in a family taverna. After lunch be transferred to your charming hotel in Syracuse and enjoy this romantic town at night. Overnight in Syracuse 

PS: According to some period of the year lunch in Marzamemi can be substitute with lunch in an alternative village 

Day 5: AFTERNOON ORTIGIA WALKING TOUR 

After a free morning, where You can Enjoy Ortigia on Your own (Neapolis Area, Boat Tour etc etc) Meet your local guide in Siracusa and start a 1,5 hours walking tour of Ortigia, Syracuse’s old town. Admire the majesty of the Apollo Temple before heading down Via Cavour, one of the most colorful streets in Ortigia, where local artists and aristocrats like to spend their evenings. See the Archimede Fountain on the way to the city’s Jewish district that was founded in the 3rd century BC. When you reach Duomo Square, you’ll be at the heart of Ortigia. This is one of the most beautiful squares in Italy, and home of the stunning Duomo and the Church of St. Lucy. Your guide will also share with you a lot about lifestyle, traditions and habbits of locals. Charm of this town is unforgettable. Free afternoon and evening to explore Syracuse on your own. Overnight in Syracuse 

Day 6: GUIDED VISIT OF TEMPLE VALLEY IN AGRIGENTO, LUNCH & TRANSFER TO PALERMO 

It’s time to say goodbye to Syracuse and move towards Palermo passing ancient Temples Valley.  In the morning Your driver will pick you up in Your hotel. After approx. 2 hours, You will reach the Temple Valley where Your local guide will wait for you for 2 hours of guided visit of this UNESCO heritage. After visit enjoy a fresh seasonal lunch in local taverna and continue driving to Palermo hotel. Time to relax and free evening in Sicilian capital. Overnight in Palermo 

Day 7: PALERMO WALKING TOUR & WINE 

On this day discover the beauty of  Palermo on this 2 hours Walking tour of Palermo. Meet the local guide in Your Hotel. The Tour, led by a local expert guide, explores the fascinating mixture of Sicily’s capital. Be ready to discover Authentic Palermitan area. Pass through Palermo old town and the most important highlights such as: Martorana Church, Piazza Pretoria, Quattro Canti & the Cathedral, listening the stories of your guide. Enjoy a Glass of typical Palermo wine and after tour relax with a  free evening in Palermo. Overnight in Palermo 

Day 8: DEPARTURE 

Private transfer to Palermo airport 

Catania Airport

Palermo Airport

Accommodation 

3 nights in twin-share classic rooms at the 4-star Hotel Monte Tauro or similar 

2 nights in twin-share classic rooms at the 4-star Hotel Algilà or similar 

2 nights in twin-share classic  rooms at the 4-star Grand Hotel Piazza Borsa or similar 

*RATES & HOTELS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DEPENDING ON DATES, HOTELS AVAILABILITY AND RATES OFFERED

Guide 

Experienced English-speaking driver and Licensed guide throughout tour. 

Meals 

7 Breakfasts 

4 Lunches 

1 Dinner 

Additional Services 

Arrival and departure transfers 

Taormina Food & Wine Tour 

Godfather Vs Mafia Tour With Light Lunch 

Taormina Walking Tour & Greek Theatre Visit 

Etna Trip Until 1900mt With Lunch In Etna Winery 

Noto Walking Tour & Marzamemi visit with Seafood Lunch 

Ortigia Walking Tour 

Trip To Agrigento, Guided Visit Of Temples Valley And Lunch 

Palermo Walking Tour & Wine 

Transport 

Mercedes Minivan or 16-seats van at disposal throughout the tour 

*For triple or single room rates, please inquire