Authentic Sicily

This journey through Sicily centres on meaningful local encounters and regional food traditions. Expert guides lead you through Palermo’s old town, where artisans, street food tastings and market vendors introduce you to everyday flavours and craft. Time in Castelbuono gives you a closer look at small town life before a private cookery class in Sciacca, held in a seaside home where hosts share recipes rooted in family practice. In Agrigento, the Valley of the Temples offers an impressive setting to understand the scale of ancient Greek architecture, while a visit to an olive oil mill includes a tasting and lunch that highlights Sicilian produce. Each day balances cultural insight with food-focused experiences, from the Neapolis and Ortygia areas of Siracusa to the lively Ortigia Market, where a host guides you through local products before a relaxed lunch in her home. Visits to Noto and Modica deepen your understanding of baroque towns and regional specialities, while Catania’s historic centre and a private garden lunch add further variety. You then continue to Mount Etna for gentle walking among the Sartorius craters and a visit to a family ecofarm, where sustainable methods shape the meal served on the volcanic slopes. Evenings in Taormina pair its coastal views with a memorable dinner hosted by the grandmothers of Motta Camastra, offering warm hospitality and food prepared using long-held traditions.