WESTERN SICILY: 9 DAYS- PALERMO- MARSALA- AGRIGENTO

A land of history, culture and cities of art and at the same time of natural wonders, traditions, folklore and food and wine, Sicily is one of the two main islands of our beautiful Country. In terms of richness from every point of view, a lifetime would not be enough to visit, live and enjoy the splendour of this land where folklore and popular traditions are alive and create an atmosphere, which seems suspended in a lost epoque, far away from modernity. Born as "Magna Graecia" for its strategic position of openness to the sea as an island, it was populated and colonized by the ancient Greek civilization, the population which gave birth to our modern civilization from every point of view: political, philosophical, artistic, etc.. The heritage of this civilization is still visible and recognizable, but the real beauty of this land is the melting pot of cultures which dominated the island during the centuries. After the Greek period, it has been subject of various dominations of peoples, from the Normans to the Moors and all of them have left their indelible mark. As a result today Sicily appears as a spicy mix of styles and traditions- a unique mosaic of different influences which make this land of of the most beautiful in the world. Walking through the streets of Palermo, Taormina, Catania, up to the Valley of the Temples it is easy to experience this mixture of history. But Sicily is also unique in its naturalistic features. From the wonders of the hinterland: from Etna, a volcanic peak that with its 3350m of altitude and 35km of diameter at its base is the largest active volcano in Europe, to the Madonie mountain complex running down the coast- a unique and diversified coastine overlooking the crystal clear emerald green waters surrounding the whole  island But Sicily is also excellent food and wine. The popular tradition of fishermen, breeders and farmers has given birth to a delicious and inresistible enogastronomic background. You can savour the unique tastes of the street food along the markets, fall in love with the local pastry and the diary products and get inebriated by the historic sweet wines of the Marsala region or by the modern warm and structured wines produced on the slopes of the Etna. And last but not least, to visit Sicily means to familiarize with the enormous soul of the Sicilians whose hospitality goes beyond all expectations and goes straight to your heart. In your free time, don't miss some of the most beautiful and characteristic villages in the area: Erice, San Vito lo Capo, Sciacca, Selinunte, Scopello on the western side; the Alcantara caves, the Val di Noto, Pachino, Marzamemi and Vendicari on the eastern side.

9 days/ 8 nights- 2 pax minimum

Day 1: Arriva to Palermo

Arrival to Palermo and check-in at the hotel. Free time. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 2: Palermo- Palatine Chapel

The morning will begin with a full-day tour to discover Palermo. The first stop will be Via Maqueda, one of the most famous streets of the Sicilian capital. Subsequently, you will reach the Pretoria and Bellini squares and, in the latter, you will visit the church of Santa Maria dell'Ammiraglio or the baroque temple of Santa Caterina. The tour will continue at the Ballarò market and, at the end, you will visit the Cathedral of Palermo, scene of important historical events. You will take a break to have lunch on your own and immediately afterwards you will meet to head towards the Royal Palace of the Normans. You will visit what was the oldest royal residence in Europe and its most representative spaces, such as the Palatine Chapel, which will leave you astonished with its sumptuous gold mosaics. Free evening. Dinner on your own. Overnight at Hotel.

Day 3: Monreale- Cefalù

On this day you will escape the lively hustle and bustle of Palermo center to enjoy a half-day group tour of Monreale and Cefalù. Admire the Norman cathedral on the slopes of Monte Caputo and discover more about the Greek and medieval history of one of the most beautiful Sicilian cities. First stop will be Monreale where you will have about 1 hour to visit the Duomo. The tour includes an official audio guide that will allow you to discover the history of this building dating back to the 12th century, considered one of the best examples of medieval religious architecture in Southern Italy. Afterwards, you will continue along the north coast of Sicily towards the beautiful town of Cefalù. Relax along the journey, which lasts 1 hour and 30 minutes, and upon arrival visit the Duomo dating back to the 12th century. You can observe the terracotta creations of Greek and Arab origin inside the Mandralisca Museum and then go down the steps to access a picturesque set of wash houses dating back to the 16th century. After a six-hour tour you will return to Palermo. Free evening. Overnight at Hotel.

Day 4: Trapani Salt Pans- Arrival to Marsala

Departure from the hotel in Palermo destination Marsala. Free morning along the way. In the early afternoon, make a stop in Trapani where you can stop for a couple of hours to visit the Trapani salt pans, located just 15 minutes from the historic center of the town. The guide will reveal the history of the salt pans, which date back almost 3000 years. Furthermore, you will have the opportunity to visit the Salt Museum and discover the phases and tools necessary for salt extraction. Once your visit to the museum is over, you will stop to admire the idyllic white landscape of the salt pans and be surprised by one of the most beautiful and original landscapes in Sicily. Once the guided tour of the salt pans is finished, you will return to Trapani where you can visit the center independently or visit the wonderful village of Erice by yourself before continuing your journey towards Marsala. Check-in at the hotel. Free evening. Overnight at Hotel.

Day 5: Marsala- Winery Tour- Tasting- Dinenr

The day is dedicated to relax and discover Marsala and the characteristic production process of Marsala wine, a local sweet wine. In the morning, you can have a tour of the center on your own and then show up at the meeting point for a visit to one of the historic wineries. Once inside, you will discover the origins of the cellar and the history of Marsala wine, one of the most famous and appreciated in our country. After this first historical excursus, you will prepare to visit the different rooms of the estate and learn more about the production process of this highly prized wine. Once the visit to the cellars is over, it will be time for tasting. After a brief introduction to the wines offered by the winery staff, you will taste 7 types of wine accompanied by a series of aperitifs. The activity lasts approximately 45 minutes at the end of which you can enjoy the free day to relax on the beach or explore the area. In the evening, a fish-based tasting dinner will be held in the exclusive location of the historic cellar of an ancient Baglio. Overnight at Hotel.

Day 6: Favignana and Levanzo Cruise

The day will be entirely dedicated to a spectacular boat excursion departing from Trapani to discover the splendid Egadi Islands: Favignana and Levanzo. The first stop will be Favignana. Here you will have some free time You can enjoy a walk to the center of Favignana and take the opportunity to go shopping, or visit museums such as the Ex Stabilimento Florio, but also spend time on the beach. Departing from Favignana you will continue your journey along the coast, visiting the most beautiful and evocative "coves" such as Cala Rossa and Cala Azzurra, here you will have time to swim and have lunch. Then you will leave to reach Levanzo, where you will have free time to visit the fishing village. From Levanzo you will visit Cala Fredda and Cala Minnola by boat, and make a second stop for a swim. You will arrive in Trapani around 5.30pm. Back to Marsala. Free evening and dinner on your own. Overnight at Hotel.

Day 7: Baglio tour with tasting- Arrival to Agrigento

Before leaving Marsala, you will spend an hour for an in-depth visit to the interior of the Baglio, where you had dinner two nights ago. The Baglio is an ancient historical building that has remained perfectly intact. The property will be happy to open its doors to you for an exclusive tour explaining the history of the building and its cellar. Refresh yourself before departure with a tasting of their wines and other products such as cured meats, cheeses and olive oil, also of their own production. After an hour of visit/tasting you can take advantage of the rest of the day free to move towards Agrigento and stop along the way for a visit to the area or to relax on the beach. Arrival in Agrigento and check- in at the hotel. Free evening. Overnight at Hotel.

Day 8: Agrigento Temples Valley- Scala dei Turchi Boat tour

The morning begins with the discovery of the wonderful Valley of the Temples, evidence dating back to the Magna Graecia era of the fervent cultural activity of the time. The guide at your exclusive disposal will lead you for two hours along the route of this splendid archaeological site added to the list of World Heritage sites in 1997 by UNESCO. The site is located on a plateau close to the Strait of Sicily. Start the tour from the temple of Hera, continuing on the sacred road up to the remains of the city walls. Inside the Valley, you see 12 temples and some fortifications, the Lower and Upper Agora, an Olympian and a Bouleuterion. A source of inspiration for poets, philosophers and painters, it is one of the most emblematic sites in Sicily. Admire the Doric temples from the Hellenic era, which correspond to the ancient Akragas, the original monumental nucleus of the city of Agrigento. Continue towards the Temple of Concordia, the remains of the early Christian necropolis, the Temple of Heracles and the remains of the Temple of Zeus. After two hours the guide will greet you and you can enjoy a lunch on your own before going to the tourist port of San Leone, where you will board a boat and sail enjoying the enchanting panoramic view of the entire coast of Agrigento and its majestic temples from the sea. You will sail the crystal clear waters of the Mediterranean and you will treat yourself to a stop for swimming in a truly special place: the Scala Dei Turchi, a spectacular rock formation characterized by its white limestone cliffs, which create a beautiful contrast with the intense blue of the sea. There you will have about 30 minutes to relax on board, sunbathe and snorkel to explore the fascinating underwater world. Afterwards, you will invert your route, admiring the enchanting landscapes of the Agrigento coast and letting yourself be carried away by the tranquility of the surroundings. Finally, after an hour and a half, you will return to the port of San Leone. Back to the hotel. Free evening. Overnight at Hotel.

Day 9: Departure

Free day. Departure.

HOTEL ACCOMODATION

– Palermo: Hotel Aurora or similar

– Marsala: Baglio Oneto or similar

– Agrigento: Oasi Park Hotel or similar

A land of history, culture and cities of art and at the same time of natural wonders, traditions, folklore and food and wine, Sicily is one of the two main islands of our beautiful Country. In terms of richness from every point of view, a lifetime would not be enough to visit, live and enjoy the splendour of this land where folklore and popular traditions are alive and create an atmosphere, which seems suspended in a lost epoque, far away from modernity. Born as "Magna Graecia" for its strategic position of openness to the sea as an island, it was populated and colonized by the ancient Greek civilization, the population which gave birth to our modern civilization from every point of view: political, philosophical, artistic, etc.. The heritage of this civilization is still visible and recognizable, but the real beauty of this land is the melting pot of cultures which dominated the island during the centuries. After the Greek period, it has been subject of various dominations of peoples, from the Normans to the Moors and all of them have left their indelible mark. As a result today Sicily appears as a spicy mix of styles and traditions- a unique mosaic of different influences which make this land of of the most beautiful in the world. Walking through the streets of Palermo, Taormina, Catania, up to the Valley of the Temples it is easy to experience this mixture of history. But Sicily is also unique in its naturalistic features. From the wonders of the hinterland: from Etna, a volcanic peak that with its 3350m of altitude and 35km of diameter at its base is the largest active volcano in Europe, to the Madonie mountain complex running down the coast- a unique and diversified coastine overlooking the crystal clear emerald green waters surrounding the whole  island But Sicily is also excellent food and wine. The popular tradition of fishermen, breeders and farmers has given birth to a delicious and inresistible enogastronomic background. You can savour the unique tastes of the street food along the markets, fall in love with the local pastry and the diary products and get inebriated by the historic sweet wines of the Marsala region or by the modern warm and structured wines produced on the slopes of the Etna. And last but not least, to visit Sicily means to familiarize with the enormous soul of the Sicilians whose hospitality goes beyond all expectations and goes straight to your heart. In your free time, don't miss some of the most beautiful and characteristic villages in the area: Erice, San Vito lo Capo, Sciacca, Selinunte, Scopello on the western side; the Alcantara caves, the Val di Noto, Pachino, Marzamemi and Vendicari on the eastern side.

9 days/ 8 nights- 2 pax minimum

Day 1: Arriva to Palermo

Arrival to Palermo and check-in at the hotel. Free time. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 2: Palermo- Palatine Chapel

The morning will begin with a full-day tour to discover Palermo. The first stop will be Via Maqueda, one of the most famous streets of the Sicilian capital. Subsequently, you will reach the Pretoria and Bellini squares and, in the latter, you will visit the church of Santa Maria dell'Ammiraglio or the baroque temple of Santa Caterina. The tour will continue at the Ballarò market and, at the end, you will visit the Cathedral of Palermo, scene of important historical events. You will take a break to have lunch on your own and immediately afterwards you will meet to head towards the Royal Palace of the Normans. You will visit what was the oldest royal residence in Europe and its most representative spaces, such as the Palatine Chapel, which will leave you astonished with its sumptuous gold mosaics. Free evening. Dinner on your own. Overnight at Hotel.

Day 3: Monreale- Cefalù

On this day you will escape the lively hustle and bustle of Palermo center to enjoy a half-day group tour of Monreale and Cefalù. Admire the Norman cathedral on the slopes of Monte Caputo and discover more about the Greek and medieval history of one of the most beautiful Sicilian cities. First stop will be Monreale where you will have about 1 hour to visit the Duomo. The tour includes an official audio guide that will allow you to discover the history of this building dating back to the 12th century, considered one of the best examples of medieval religious architecture in Southern Italy. Afterwards, you will continue along the north coast of Sicily towards the beautiful town of Cefalù. Relax along the journey, which lasts 1 hour and 30 minutes, and upon arrival visit the Duomo dating back to the 12th century. You can observe the terracotta creations of Greek and Arab origin inside the Mandralisca Museum and then go down the steps to access a picturesque set of wash houses dating back to the 16th century. After a six-hour tour you will return to Palermo. Free evening. Overnight at Hotel.

Day 4: Trapani Salt Pans- Arrival to Marsala

Departure from the hotel in Palermo destination Marsala. Free morning along the way. In the early afternoon, make a stop in Trapani where you can stop for a couple of hours to visit the Trapani salt pans, located just 15 minutes from the historic center of the town. The guide will reveal the history of the salt pans, which date back almost 3000 years. Furthermore, you will have the opportunity to visit the Salt Museum and discover the phases and tools necessary for salt extraction. Once your visit to the museum is over, you will stop to admire the idyllic white landscape of the salt pans and be surprised by one of the most beautiful and original landscapes in Sicily. Once the guided tour of the salt pans is finished, you will return to Trapani where you can visit the center independently or visit the wonderful village of Erice by yourself before continuing your journey towards Marsala. Check-in at the hotel. Free evening. Overnight at Hotel.

Day 5: Marsala- Winery Tour- Tasting- Dinenr

The day is dedicated to relax and discover Marsala and the characteristic production process of Marsala wine, a local sweet wine. In the morning, you can have a tour of the center on your own and then show up at the meeting point for a visit to one of the historic wineries. Once inside, you will discover the origins of the cellar and the history of Marsala wine, one of the most famous and appreciated in our country. After this first historical excursus, you will prepare to visit the different rooms of the estate and learn more about the production process of this highly prized wine. Once the visit to the cellars is over, it will be time for tasting. After a brief introduction to the wines offered by the winery staff, you will taste 7 types of wine accompanied by a series of aperitifs. The activity lasts approximately 45 minutes at the end of which you can enjoy the free day to relax on the beach or explore the area. In the evening, a fish-based tasting dinner will be held in the exclusive location of the historic cellar of an ancient Baglio. Overnight at Hotel.

Day 6: Favignana and Levanzo Cruise

The day will be entirely dedicated to a spectacular boat excursion departing from Trapani to discover the splendid Egadi Islands: Favignana and Levanzo. The first stop will be Favignana. Here you will have some free time You can enjoy a walk to the center of Favignana and take the opportunity to go shopping, or visit museums such as the Ex Stabilimento Florio, but also spend time on the beach. Departing from Favignana you will continue your journey along the coast, visiting the most beautiful and evocative "coves" such as Cala Rossa and Cala Azzurra, here you will have time to swim and have lunch. Then you will leave to reach Levanzo, where you will have free time to visit the fishing village. From Levanzo you will visit Cala Fredda and Cala Minnola by boat, and make a second stop for a swim. You will arrive in Trapani around 5.30pm. Back to Marsala. Free evening and dinner on your own. Overnight at Hotel.

Day 7: Baglio tour with tasting- Arrival to Agrigento

Before leaving Marsala, you will spend an hour for an in-depth visit to the interior of the Baglio, where you had dinner two nights ago. The Baglio is an ancient historical building that has remained perfectly intact. The property will be happy to open its doors to you for an exclusive tour explaining the history of the building and its cellar. Refresh yourself before departure with a tasting of their wines and other products such as cured meats, cheeses and olive oil, also of their own production. After an hour of visit/tasting you can take advantage of the rest of the day free to move towards Agrigento and stop along the way for a visit to the area or to relax on the beach. Arrival in Agrigento and check- in at the hotel. Free evening. Overnight at Hotel.

Day 8: Agrigento Temples Valley- Scala dei Turchi Boat tour

The morning begins with the discovery of the wonderful Valley of the Temples, evidence dating back to the Magna Graecia era of the fervent cultural activity of the time. The guide at your exclusive disposal will lead you for two hours along the route of this splendid archaeological site added to the list of World Heritage sites in 1997 by UNESCO. The site is located on a plateau close to the Strait of Sicily. Start the tour from the temple of Hera, continuing on the sacred road up to the remains of the city walls. Inside the Valley, you see 12 temples and some fortifications, the Lower and Upper Agora, an Olympian and a Bouleuterion. A source of inspiration for poets, philosophers and painters, it is one of the most emblematic sites in Sicily. Admire the Doric temples from the Hellenic era, which correspond to the ancient Akragas, the original monumental nucleus of the city of Agrigento. Continue towards the Temple of Concordia, the remains of the early Christian necropolis, the Temple of Heracles and the remains of the Temple of Zeus. After two hours the guide will greet you and you can enjoy a lunch on your own before going to the tourist port of San Leone, where you will board a boat and sail enjoying the enchanting panoramic view of the entire coast of Agrigento and its majestic temples from the sea. You will sail the crystal clear waters of the Mediterranean and you will treat yourself to a stop for swimming in a truly special place: the Scala Dei Turchi, a spectacular rock formation characterized by its white limestone cliffs, which create a beautiful contrast with the intense blue of the sea. There you will have about 30 minutes to relax on board, sunbathe and snorkel to explore the fascinating underwater world. Afterwards, you will invert your route, admiring the enchanting landscapes of the Agrigento coast and letting yourself be carried away by the tranquility of the surroundings. Finally, after an hour and a half, you will return to the port of San Leone. Back to the hotel. Free evening. Overnight at Hotel.

Day 9: Departure

Free day. Departure.

HOTEL ACCOMODATION

– Palermo: Hotel Aurora or similar

– Marsala: Baglio Oneto or similar

– Agrigento: Oasi Park Hotel or similar

A land of history, culture and cities of art and at the same time of natural wonders, traditions, folklore and food and wine, Sicily is one of the two main islands of our beautiful Country. In terms of richness from every point of view, a lifetime would not be enough to visit, live and enjoy the splendour of this land where folklore and popular traditions are alive and create an atmosphere, which seems suspended in a lost epoque, far away from modernity. Born as "Magna Graecia" for its strategic position of openness to the sea as an island, it was populated and colonized by the ancient Greek civilization, the population which gave birth to our modern civilization from every point of view: political, philosophical, artistic, etc.. The heritage of this civilization is still visible and recognizable, but the real beauty of this land is the melting pot of cultures which dominated the island during the centuries. After the Greek period, it has been subject of various dominations of peoples, from the Normans to the Moors and all of them have left their indelible mark. As a result today Sicily appears as a spicy mix of styles and traditions- a unique mosaic of different influences which make this land of of the most beautiful in the world. Walking through the streets of Palermo, Taormina, Catania, up to the Valley of the Temples it is easy to experience this mixture of history. But Sicily is also unique in its naturalistic features. From the wonders of the hinterland: from Etna, a volcanic peak that with its 3350m of altitude and 35km of diameter at its base is the largest active volcano in Europe, to the Madonie mountain complex running down the coast- a unique and diversified coastine overlooking the crystal clear emerald green waters surrounding the whole  island But Sicily is also excellent food and wine. The popular tradition of fishermen, breeders and farmers has given birth to a delicious and inresistible enogastronomic background. You can savour the unique tastes of the street food along the markets, fall in love with the local pastry and the diary products and get inebriated by the historic sweet wines of the Marsala region or by the modern warm and structured wines produced on the slopes of the Etna. And last but not least, to visit Sicily means to familiarize with the enormous soul of the Sicilians whose hospitality goes beyond all expectations and goes straight to your heart. In your free time, don't miss some of the most beautiful and characteristic villages in the area: Erice, San Vito lo Capo, Sciacca, Selinunte, Scopello on the western side; the Alcantara caves, the Val di Noto, Pachino, Marzamemi and Vendicari on the eastern side.

9 days/ 8 nights- 2 pax minimum

Day 1: Arriva to Palermo

Arrival to Palermo and check-in at the hotel. Free time. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 2: Palermo- Palatine Chapel

The morning will begin with a full-day tour to discover Palermo. The first stop will be Via Maqueda, one of the most famous streets of the Sicilian capital. Subsequently, you will reach the Pretoria and Bellini squares and, in the latter, you will visit the church of Santa Maria dell'Ammiraglio or the baroque temple of Santa Caterina. The tour will continue at the Ballarò market and, at the end, you will visit the Cathedral of Palermo, scene of important historical events. You will take a break to have lunch on your own and immediately afterwards you will meet to head towards the Royal Palace of the Normans. You will visit what was the oldest royal residence in Europe and its most representative spaces, such as the Palatine Chapel, which will leave you astonished with its sumptuous gold mosaics. Free evening. Dinner on your own. Overnight at Hotel.

Day 3: Monreale- Cefalù

On this day you will escape the lively hustle and bustle of Palermo center to enjoy a half-day group tour of Monreale and Cefalù. Admire the Norman cathedral on the slopes of Monte Caputo and discover more about the Greek and medieval history of one of the most beautiful Sicilian cities. First stop will be Monreale where you will have about 1 hour to visit the Duomo. The tour includes an official audio guide that will allow you to discover the history of this building dating back to the 12th century, considered one of the best examples of medieval religious architecture in Southern Italy. Afterwards, you will continue along the north coast of Sicily towards the beautiful town of Cefalù. Relax along the journey, which lasts 1 hour and 30 minutes, and upon arrival visit the Duomo dating back to the 12th century. You can observe the terracotta creations of Greek and Arab origin inside the Mandralisca Museum and then go down the steps to access a picturesque set of wash houses dating back to the 16th century. After a six-hour tour you will return to Palermo. Free evening. Overnight at Hotel.

Day 4: Trapani Salt Pans- Arrival to Marsala

Departure from the hotel in Palermo destination Marsala. Free morning along the way. In the early afternoon, make a stop in Trapani where you can stop for a couple of hours to visit the Trapani salt pans, located just 15 minutes from the historic center of the town. The guide will reveal the history of the salt pans, which date back almost 3000 years. Furthermore, you will have the opportunity to visit the Salt Museum and discover the phases and tools necessary for salt extraction. Once your visit to the museum is over, you will stop to admire the idyllic white landscape of the salt pans and be surprised by one of the most beautiful and original landscapes in Sicily. Once the guided tour of the salt pans is finished, you will return to Trapani where you can visit the center independently or visit the wonderful village of Erice by yourself before continuing your journey towards Marsala. Check-in at the hotel. Free evening. Overnight at Hotel.

Day 5: Marsala- Winery Tour- Tasting- Dinenr

The day is dedicated to relax and discover Marsala and the characteristic production process of Marsala wine, a local sweet wine. In the morning, you can have a tour of the center on your own and then show up at the meeting point for a visit to one of the historic wineries. Once inside, you will discover the origins of the cellar and the history of Marsala wine, one of the most famous and appreciated in our country. After this first historical excursus, you will prepare to visit the different rooms of the estate and learn more about the production process of this highly prized wine. Once the visit to the cellars is over, it will be time for tasting. After a brief introduction to the wines offered by the winery staff, you will taste 7 types of wine accompanied by a series of aperitifs. The activity lasts approximately 45 minutes at the end of which you can enjoy the free day to relax on the beach or explore the area. In the evening, a fish-based tasting dinner will be held in the exclusive location of the historic cellar of an ancient Baglio. Overnight at Hotel.

Day 6: Favignana and Levanzo Cruise

The day will be entirely dedicated to a spectacular boat excursion departing from Trapani to discover the splendid Egadi Islands: Favignana and Levanzo. The first stop will be Favignana. Here you will have some free time You can enjoy a walk to the center of Favignana and take the opportunity to go shopping, or visit museums such as the Ex Stabilimento Florio, but also spend time on the beach. Departing from Favignana you will continue your journey along the coast, visiting the most beautiful and evocative "coves" such as Cala Rossa and Cala Azzurra, here you will have time to swim and have lunch. Then you will leave to reach Levanzo, where you will have free time to visit the fishing village. From Levanzo you will visit Cala Fredda and Cala Minnola by boat, and make a second stop for a swim. You will arrive in Trapani around 5.30pm. Back to Marsala. Free evening and dinner on your own. Overnight at Hotel.

Day 7: Baglio tour with tasting- Arrival to Agrigento

Before leaving Marsala, you will spend an hour for an in-depth visit to the interior of the Baglio, where you had dinner two nights ago. The Baglio is an ancient historical building that has remained perfectly intact. The property will be happy to open its doors to you for an exclusive tour explaining the history of the building and its cellar. Refresh yourself before departure with a tasting of their wines and other products such as cured meats, cheeses and olive oil, also of their own production. After an hour of visit/tasting you can take advantage of the rest of the day free to move towards Agrigento and stop along the way for a visit to the area or to relax on the beach. Arrival in Agrigento and check- in at the hotel. Free evening. Overnight at Hotel.

Day 8: Agrigento Temples Valley- Scala dei Turchi Boat tour

The morning begins with the discovery of the wonderful Valley of the Temples, evidence dating back to the Magna Graecia era of the fervent cultural activity of the time. The guide at your exclusive disposal will lead you for two hours along the route of this splendid archaeological site added to the list of World Heritage sites in 1997 by UNESCO. The site is located on a plateau close to the Strait of Sicily. Start the tour from the temple of Hera, continuing on the sacred road up to the remains of the city walls. Inside the Valley, you see 12 temples and some fortifications, the Lower and Upper Agora, an Olympian and a Bouleuterion. A source of inspiration for poets, philosophers and painters, it is one of the most emblematic sites in Sicily. Admire the Doric temples from the Hellenic era, which correspond to the ancient Akragas, the original monumental nucleus of the city of Agrigento. Continue towards the Temple of Concordia, the remains of the early Christian necropolis, the Temple of Heracles and the remains of the Temple of Zeus. After two hours the guide will greet you and you can enjoy a lunch on your own before going to the tourist port of San Leone, where you will board a boat and sail enjoying the enchanting panoramic view of the entire coast of Agrigento and its majestic temples from the sea. You will sail the crystal clear waters of the Mediterranean and you will treat yourself to a stop for swimming in a truly special place: the Scala Dei Turchi, a spectacular rock formation characterized by its white limestone cliffs, which create a beautiful contrast with the intense blue of the sea. There you will have about 30 minutes to relax on board, sunbathe and snorkel to explore the fascinating underwater world. Afterwards, you will invert your route, admiring the enchanting landscapes of the Agrigento coast and letting yourself be carried away by the tranquility of the surroundings. Finally, after an hour and a half, you will return to the port of San Leone. Back to the hotel. Free evening. Overnight at Hotel.

Day 9: Departure

Free day. Departure.

HOTEL ACCOMODATION

– Palermo: Hotel Aurora or similar

– Marsala: Baglio Oneto or similar

– Agrigento: Oasi Park Hotel or similar