SICILY: FROM THE MOUNTAIN OF FIRE TO PALERMO, THE MULTI LAYERED CAKE. A JOURNEY OF INCREDIBLE DISCOVERIES.

Arrival at Catania Airport, meet with Max and transfer to the 4* Hotel in the picturesque town of Acireale, a true little known Sicilian Hidden Gem. After the check in you can enjoy time by the pool. In the evening dinner at the hotel restaurant.
ACIREALE
In the Province of Catania, at the foot of the Mount Etna, life revolves around its splendid Baroque historic centre, partly rebuilt after being destroyed in the 1963 earthquake. Not to be missed the Church of San Sebastiano, considered to be the most beautiful in the city. The facade is typically Baroque, inside is decorated with beautiful frescoes by Paolo Vasta. The Cathedral, with two identical bell towers either side of the facade, is worth visiting. Also recommended the Basilica of the Holy Apostles Peter and Paul: its facade, flanked by a high bell tower, is built out of white stone from Syracuse.

The Great Wines of the Mount Etna & Catania “The Black City”
Today we will visit a bespoke "Cantina" producing superb Etna DOC wines and representing the unique “Terroir” given by the volcanic soil around the Mount Etna.
This "unique", "authentic" experience, begins with a guided walk through the vineyards, where you'll discover how Etna's lava soil, unique climate, and heroic viticulture contribute to creating wines with unmistakable character. During the tour, you'll also discover a little surprise!
A guided tasting of three Etna DOC wines: Etna Rosso 2022, Etna Rosso 2023, and Etna Bianco 2024.
The wines will be paired with a small platter of local specialties, carefully selected to enhance the aromas and minerality of the wines.
A genuine unique experience, immersed in nature and authentic flavours, designed for those who wish to discover the true essence of the volcano and be guided on a winemaking journey through tradition, hospitality, and passion. Our day continue in Catania where we will meet with our expert guide Francesca who will accompany us to discover this incredibly beautiful city. 
The tour will cover the main sites of interest of Catania, from the Stesicoro Square to the Opera House, from the "four corners" to the Badia di Sant'Agata and more. In the afternoon return to the hotel and time to relax by the pool or explore the beautiful Acireale. Evening dinner at the hotel restaurant.

The Mighty Volcano

Breakfast. At 9.30am departure to “Rifugio Sapienza” on Mount Etna at 1,900mt a.s.l. about 1h.
This tour is very much weather and volcano dependant, and will take place only providing health and safety for the visitors is 100% guaranteed.
THE ETNA CABLE CAR + 4X4 VEHICLE & VOLCANOLOGIST GUIDE – DURATION 2H30M APPROX.
The tour begins with the cable car, which takes you from the altitude of 1,923m to the upper station at 2,500m, flying over extinct craters and enjoying breathtaking views over more than 100 km of coastline. From here, you continue aboard special 4X4 buses or, in winter, aboard snowcats to reach the maximum altitude allowed by the authorities, currently set at about 2,850mt and continues in the company of our Alpine and Volcanological Guides, amongst craters and recent lava flows in the summit area.
At the Rifugio you can find souvenirs shops, restaurant, and bars serving scrumptious Hot Chocolate or delicious light lunches. In the afternoon return to your hotel and rest of the day at your leisure. In the evening dinner at the hotel restaurant.

Departure towards the Baroque Triangle, Syracuse, Modica, and Ragusa.
Breakfast, check out, and departure towards Siracusa. Meet with our guide and together visit the main sites of Siracusa and Isola di Ortigia. In the afternoon departure towards Modica and arrival to your 4* Hotel. Check in, dinner at the hotel restaurant.

Modica & the Chocolate Factory.
Breakfast. This morning will be dedicated to the discovery of Modica often described as the “City of the Hundred Staircases” or “The City of Two Souls”.
Modica Alta is the historical heart of the city, a labyrinth of twisted alleyways and stairways leading to the spectacular Cathedral of San Giorgio and, further up, to the 13th century Castello dei Conti with its Clock tower and the Pizzo viewpoint overlooking the city. Modica is famous in the world for its chocolate and we will taste one of the best "cioccolato Modicano.
Lunch and afternoon at your own leisure to explore more about this stunning city. Evening dinner at the hotel restaurant.

Ragusa Ibla & The Wines Aged in Amphorae
Breakfast, Departure towards Ragusa, a Baroque Masterpiece. Meet with our guide to visit the Giardino Ibleo, walk along the main street lined with beautiful Baroque Palaces, leading up into the magnificent Piazza Duomo with its imposing cathedral of San Giorgio. After the visit lunch at your own leisure. At 2.30pm departure to visit a renowned producer of excellent wines, one of the first in Italy to use the ancient techniques of ageing the wines in amphorae. After the tasting return to the hotel. In the evening dinner at the hotel restaurant.

Breakfast, check out, and departure to Palermo.

Along the way, possibility to stop at the Valley of the Temples, where you will have time at your own leisure to have a light lunch and visit the magnificent Arachaeological site. In the afternoon we will continue towards Palermo and arrive at your 4* Hotel. Check in and dinner at the hotel restaurant.

Monreale, Palermo and the Ballarò Market

Breakfast, departure to Monreale and accompanied by our expert guide we will visit the famous Cathedral and its benedictine Cloister, both UNESCO World Heritage monuments built in the 12th century. After the visit we will return to Palermo in time to experience the incredibly buzzing atmosphere and enjoy lunch in the Ballarò market. After lunch together with our guide we'll visit one of the most beautiful churches in palermo, Casa Professa. We will continue our visit to the Royal Palace and its Royal Apartments and Hercules room, the seat of the Sicilian Parliament. Mid afternoon you will have time at your own leisure to explore more of this incredible vibrant city. In the evening dinner at the hotel restaurant.

Breakfast. We will meet with our guide to continue our tour of Palermo by visiting the church of Santa Caterina D’Alessandria a stunning Sicilian Baroque masterpiece, This historic monastery is also known as the “Dolceria”, as the nuns used to bake traditional Sicilian sweets here. Last but not least the Teatro Massimo, Italy’s largest opera house, and famous for the finale of “The Godfather Part III movie”. At the end of the tour you will have time at your own leisure to enjoy shopping in Palermo. In the evening dinner at the hotel restaurant

Breakfast, check out and departure to your home destination.