Guided visit to one of the most famous historical center of Sicily. Cefalù is well   known for its precious position and important monuments like the Arab-Norman cathedral, the royal residence of King Roger II the Norman and a variety of narrow and charming streets that features the historical centre.
We will then join the Natural preserve of Madonie Mountains and visit the beauty of Castelbuono, a middle-age town dominated by the huge castle of Ventimglia.
Surrounded by a peaceful and ancient atmosphere, we will come in touch with local specialties like “manna” and delicious pastries and decide to have lunch in a hut surrounded by a wood or to drive back to Cefalù and enjoy a fresh fish meal.

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Greek Theatre

After breakfast, departure for a full day excursion to the town of Siracusa.
The visit will be concentrated on its Greek ruins , the island of Ortigia and history that demonstrate its past splendor.
For lunch you can choose to float along the Cyane river among papyrus
and birds (lunch will be served on board ) or to enjoy the aristocratic charm
of a Private 18th century Mansion in the main square of Siracusa. To meet
the owner (according to his availability) will be an unforgettable experience.
Visit of the main floor and its interesting collections. Wine tasting of his
production will be served in its cellar.
The best of Sicilian culinary tradition will be served on both events, followed
by excellent d.o.c wines.
Return to your Villa by sunset.

This excursion can also be combined whit a visit to the town of Noto, World heritage from 2002, where we can admire the beauty of Baroque style that here have reached very high levels. A “granite” tasting will conclude our day.

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Taormina - Isola Bella

Full day excursion to the famous town of Taormina. Visit of its monuments and the Greek Theatre – one of the few examples and best preserved of Hellenistic theatre in the world and time for shopping along “Corso Umberto”.
We will then take traditional wooden boats out to the beach of Isola Bella and along the Ionian coast with its sea grottoes. Seafood lunch by the sea in a reputed “trattoria.”

After lunch we will be taken back on boat while giving a look to some grottoes along the coast. We also take in the extraordinary lava formations of the Alcantara river gorge at the base of Etna, where you can admire the amazing effect created by the contact of hot lave with cold water.
But Taormina also deserves a by night visit: sunset at the Greek-Roman theatre, shopping along Corso Umberto and dinner in a former Dominican convent which has been turned into a luxurious hotel with stunning views and excellent restaurant.
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Agrigento - Temple's valley

Of course Agrigento means to have a visit to the “Valley of Temples”, a huge area declared World heritage and icon of the town in the world. An experience to do not miss and to combine with a pic-nic at the nearby ancient garden of Kolimbetra where we can admire the local flora and the ancient Arab watering system (still in use in many Sicilian oranges farming).
For those interested in a cooking lesson, we will be pleased to introduce you to the charming owner of a Olive grow Farm, chef for passion and great host. Lunch at the Farm and cooking lesson at early afternoon.

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salt Pants

Erice is unique in Sicily, a mystical ancient city hidden by fog in winter time and overlooking the city of Trapani and the Aegadian islands, providing spectacular views. The town is a perfect synthesis of art, landscape and history and keeps intact the magic ambience of its past splendour. There are countless churches to be visited and 2 castle, Pepoli and Venus ; the second one  built on top of the ancient Temple of Venus. It was well-known throughout the Mediterranean area in the ancient age, and an important cult was celebrated in it. Lunch is suggested in a local famous pastry shop where it is possible to taste the traditional Sicilian snacks and sweets.
We will then move downhill and drive along the beautiful road of Salt pans among old wind mills, hundreds of pink flamingos and countless hills of white salt.
Right in the middle of the lagoon emerges the island of Motya, an ancient and powerful Phoenician colony, where we will arrive on board of small boats. Today headquarter of the Withaker Foundation, Motya is a charming archaeological site and hosts a great example of museum. To do not miss “sunset time” facing the salt pan!
For those interested in a cous-cous cooking lesson, we suggest to extend your day trip to Bonagia. In an aristocratic private dwelling, the owner will put you apart the secret of a hand-made cous-cous in an elegant, ethnic ambience.
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