Get ready to immerse yourself in the Mediterranean culture and vibe as we travel through several towns of Italy’s biggest island, Sicily. Here Greeks, Romans, Normans, and Arabs have left their influence in the architecture, the culture, and of course the cuisine. Sicily will steal your heart with its beautiful coastal scenery, crystal-clear sea, vibrant markets, delicious cuisine, historic treasures, villas, and theaters rich in Greco Roman ruins and stunning mosaics. The tomatoes, the pastries, the fish, the lemons, the pistacchio, and the sardines will envelop your tastebuds with the most interesting flavors in Italian cuisine, so just one small piece of advice, come hungry!
There are hundreds of charming places, fishing villages, and historic sights to visit but only so many we can cover in two weeks. Our time will be spent between the provinces of Palermo in the north, Agrigento and Siracusa in the south, Catania, Etna, and Taormina on the east side. During the two weeks we will meet a few of Antimo’s friends and locals, going on unforgettable tours, walking around, wine tasting, and cooking with a few friends in their homes.
Itinerary planning – Accommodations in elegant B&B or villas – Private transportation & driving – Boat ride – Two meals per day (Except on FREE days) – Cooking with locals – Hiking, tours and sightseeing – Wine tasting – Day excursions and activities – Meals with local families, and much more.
PLEASE NOTE:
Flights are NOT included, however we highly recommend our agency partner for domestic and international flights and connections. See logistics for more details.
Hotel incidentals, additional libations, gratuities and airport to hotel transfers are also NOT included. Suggested gratuity (5-8%).
We recommend you fly in and out of Catania (Airport code CTA), via Rome. Travel from the USA on Sept. 14th to arrive the following morning in Catania. On your return, you will fly out of Catania on Sept. 29th.
Support with booking your flights
We highly recommend our agency partner for domestic and international flights and connections. They offer excellent Business Class rates (to all destinations), and competitive quotes on all coach seats. Finding the best flight times and minimum connections will bake a big difference in your travel experience. We want you to have peace of mind and agency support in case of the unexpected. ***Please note that discount internet fares are often mixed airlines, longer connections, highly restricted and non refundable, and do not provide support***
For quotes, questions, or advice, please contact: gene@surfcitytravel.com (Expect a reply within 24h during regular business hours).
Trip Insurance
Protecting your trip and vacation is very important as a variety of events could cause a financial loss before or during the trip. We require proof of Travel Insurance Coverage through our partners (Squaremouth) – their policies are built accordingly to your needs and concerns. The cost of a policy depends on: the cost of the trip, your age, the length of the trip, any pre-existing conditions, and the amount and type of coverage.
Flight Insurance
We recommend you buy travel insurance for your flight at the time you book your airfare as most coach class are non refundable but changeable with standard airline fees.
Please note, flight insurance is separate and only covers your flight. Let us know at the time of booking if you have any pre-existing conditions that may require better comprehensive coverage.
14 Days of great experiencesTo keep the group small and intimate, space is limited to 6-7 travelers. In order to book your spot a non-refundable deposit of $1,000 per person is required. (Your deposit will apply toward the balance)
A basic or comprehensive Travel Insurance coverage through our partners (Squaremouth) is required.