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Catania | Sicilian Soul: Food, History & Nature Experience | Private

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11 days from

$1518

“Sicilian Soul” is more than a tour — it is a curated lifestyle experience. Your journey begins in western Sicily with a wine tasting in Marsala and a scenic boat excursion to the ancient island of Mothia. Travel along the famous Salt Road to medieval Erice, then enjoy an exciting safari-buggy adventure in the countryside near Segesta.  From here, continue to Monreale and Palermo, where magnificent art, rich history, and vibrant street food culture intertwine for an unforgettable Sicilian experience.

Day 1 : Arrival in Catania

Arrival in Catania and private transfer to your hotel. Check in and settle into your accommodation. Dinner at the hotel and overnight. (D)

Day 2: Catania | Lipari

After a buffet breakfast, depart for Milazzo and board the hydrofoil to Lipari, the largest island of the Aeolian archipelago. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel and enjoy free time to explore the charming village of Lipari.  Lunch will be at your leisure. In the afternoon, enjoy a taxi tour of the island of Lipari. Free time for dinner and overnight at the hotel. (B)

Day 3: Lipari | Panarea | Stromboli | Lipari

After a buffet breakfast, enjoy a morning at leisure. Lunch will be at your own arrangements.  Late in the morning, depart by boat to Panarea and Stromboli. Your first stop is Panarea, where you can stroll through the charming village, wandering among the white Aeolian-style houses. Continue by boat to Stromboli, often described as the wildest of the islands, where nature and the volcano—affectionately called “Iddu” by locals—remain closely intertwined. Enjoy free time to explore.  Reboard the boat and cruise to the Sciara del Fuoco, the dramatic slope of the crater where lava flows toward the sea.  From the boat, you may witness the volcano’s evocative eruptions, which typically occur at intervals of about fifteen minutes.  Return to Lipari in the evening. Overnight at the hotel. (B)

Day 4: Lipari | Salina | Lipari

After a buffet breakfast at the hotel, depart by boat to Salina. After a stop in the centre of Santa Marina, continue by boat to circumnavigate the island, with time for a swim in Pollara, the beach made famous by the film Il Postino.  Enjoy free time for lunch. Continue to Lingua, home to a historic salt lake from which salt was extracted in ancient times—giving the island its name.  Return to Lipari in the afternoon. Free time at your leisure for shopping and dinner. Overnight. (B)

Day 5: Lipari | Vulcano | Lipari

Breakfast at the hotel. Depart by boat to Vulcano and enjoy a boat tour around the island. Upon arrival, take a walk through the small town and enjoy time to relax on the beach.  Free time for sightseeing, swimming, and relaxation. Return to Lipari in the afternoon. Free time at your leisure for dinner and overnight. (B)

Day 6: Lipari | Taormina | Catania

After breakfast, transfer to the port of Lipari and board the hydrofoil to Milazzo. Continue by transfer to Taormina and enjoy free time to explore the town at your leisure.  Late in the afternoon, proceed to Catania and check in at your hotel. Lunch and dinner will be at your leisure. Overnight at the hotel. (B)

Day 7: Departure - Catania

After a buffet breakfast, transfer to Catania Airport for your departure. (B)