After our SOLD OUT foodie trips in 2025 and 2026 to the beautiful island of Sicily we decided we are definitely doing it all again! It is that good!

BOOK TODAY TO HOLD YOUR PLACE AND AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT

Seven nights and eight amazing days on the island of Sicily is $5950 with a single supplement of $800.

Get your place booked today as these tickets will sell out VERY quickly. A medium level of fitness is required for this trip as there is a lot of walking and a fair amount of stairs. Please consider this before you book.

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Day One: We will pick you up from either the Catania airport or at the Romano Palace Hotel (which we recommend booking for the night of the 6th to rest and recover.)

We head to Scoglitti, a small fishing village on the south coast of the island which is beyond charming. Our home away from home for the trip is Al Gabbiano, hotel sul mare, and is literally on the beach. It is a clean but simple hotel with lovely staff who treat you like familia! This is why the trip is so cheap! (No fancy hotel brand in this quaint fishing village!!)

We will check in, then enjoy a lunch of classic Sicilian foods, arancini and pane cunzato, followed by our first cooking demo with cousin Carmel. We'll see her create cassateddi, the half moon shaped fried sweet ravioli. Delicious.

Then we will take a little walk through the village and get our bearings, you must know where to get gelato for breakfast after all!

Day Two: We will visit Vittoria, a town founded in 1607 by Vittoria Colonna, Countess of Modica, to promote agriculture and settlement in the region. It became known for its wine production, particularly Cerasuolo di Vittoria, the island's only DOCG wine.

We visit Massaro Bakery to try the famous Ragusane specialty “Scacce” which is a folded pastry with different fillings such as tomato, onion, sausage, ricotta, potato, onion and many more options. Massimo will show us how to make scacce and testa di turchi. (Spinach ricotta Turkish Heads) We will also have a cannoli demonstration then stroll past Vittoria’s main church Saint Mary of Grace and Vittoria’s community 'teatro', theater. The theater features a neoclassical style, showcasing a portico with alternating Tuscan and Ionic columns, plus a sculptural group of Apollo and the Muse.

We will then travel to Castello Donnafugata for a long lunch under the mulberry trees. 

We take you back to the beach now for a lazy Sicilian afternoon of napping or swimming before meeting again for dinner at La Timpa in Ragusa, which is also an old flour mill that still grinds ancient grains and uses them in their recipes. We will have a cheesemaking demonstration as well as the making of Sfincione, a delicious Sicilian style pizza, before dinner in their amazing cave.

Day 4: The slowness of Sicilian life

Day 5: Today we head to the UNESCO Isle of Ortigia and the town of Noto, and I am sure this will become your new favourite day so far!

The Isle of Ortigia, the historical core of Syracuse, is a small island brimming with ancient Greek, Roman, and medieval heritage, and is often described as an open-air museum. Originally settled by the Greeks over 2,700 years ago, Ortigia was once the heart of one of the most powerful cities of the ancient world. Today, it captivates with a mix of architecture spanning several eras, from the Temple of Apollo—the oldest Greek temple in Sicily—to the awe-inspiring Cathedral of Syracuse, which uniquely incorporates ancient Greek columns into its Baroque façade. Ortigias narrow alleys, lively markets, and seaside promenades offer a glimpse into daily life on this historically rich island, while its picturesque piazzas and views of the Ionian Sea make it a cherished destination for travellers drawn to Sicily’s layered history and coastal beauty. We head straight to a boat ride to the Papyrus Grotto off the Island. Bring your swimmers as the water is the bluest water you will have ever seen!

Following the boat ride, you can dry off as we drop you at the world famous bustling markets which are full of very local produce, seafood, meats, and foods to buy and try, as well as some fantastic bright ceramics and souvenirs of the region. We suggest lunch in the Deli Fratelli Burgio, at the end of the market and enjoy the fresh local foods in this relaxed lunch but, lunch is at your leisure, you can sample the seafood, I can never help myself in the market, there is food everywhere!

After you have lunched and shopped, we get back on the bus and head to Noto, a picturesque town in southeastern Sicily, which is celebrated for its exquisite Baroque architecture, earning it the title of the "Baroque Capital of Sicily." A reconstruction following an earthquake in the 1600's gave rise to a stunning array of grand palaces, churches, and public buildings, all crafted in the golden-hued sandstone native to the region. Key landmarks like the Cathedral of San Nicolò and the Palazzo Ducezio display intricate facades, ornate balconies, and sweeping staircases that define the city’s distinct aesthetic. Everywhere you look is yet another perfect photo opp! Here we will indulge in some granita or gelato or other sweet treats, as seen on Netflix's Chefs Table at the Cafe Sicilia!

Find the steps that are covered in murals, there are several flights throughout the city. It is such a stunning place. (for a change!)

Head home and have some free time, but you will probably just want to sleep!

Tonight we will head down to Vivere pizza for drinks, and food if you wish. Or have a free night. 

Day 6:  This morning we are off early to Caltigirone, the ceramics town of Sicily where you can either wander around the ancient town, climb the famous stairs, or sip an expresso like a real Italian while you watch the world go by. Of course this is a shopping expedition and the very best ceramics can be purchased here. There are many options, find an alley and a little local potter for an authentic souvenir.

Home to Scoglitti and a swim or a rest but don't dally too long as a winery awaits us. We will travel to Tenuta Bastonaca Winery for an interesting tour through the vines and learn about the process (music) and science behind Sicily's only DOCG wines. We will enjoy an amazing dinner at the winery with plenty of time for shopping.

Day 7: Today is your last day to soak in the atmosphere. It is a free morning until around 11.30 am when we will head to yet another winery in a castle for a long lunch, I mean, is there anything better?

After lunch, we will transfer you back to the hotel for a rest and then to really end on a high note, we will take you for one last cooking class, pizza making at the very famous Vivere pizza. With amazing views of Scoglitti harbour, get your hands sticky (or not) as the guys entertain you with their pizza making flair. Then enjoy the best pizza you will ever eat! 

Sleep well tonight! 

Monday morning we will transfer you to either Catania for your return trip home or to Palermo if you are joining the extra 4 night trip to eastern Sicily.

INCLUSIONS:

7 nights accommodation in Scoglitti, in a 4 star hotel, literally on the beach

Most meals and water, drinks and some alcohol at most meals

Water on the bus

Fifteen course seafood feast

Transfers to and from Catania hotel Romano Palace, depending on your timing

Transfer to Palermo optional tour

Five cooking demonstrations/experiences (hands on optional) Cassateddi, Scacce and Turkish Heads, Cannolo, Sfincione and cheese making, pizza demo

Visits to Vittoria, Ragusa, Caltagirone, Ortigia, Noto, Castello Donna Fugata, and many more

Boat tour of Papyrus Grotto

Chocolate Factory Tour with tastings

Michelin star lunch

Winery tour and meal x 2

IF YOU HAVE A DAIRY INTOLERANCE OR ARE ALLERGIC TO SEAFOOD, this is not the trip for you, please consider one of my other tours.

*Itinerary is subject to change without apology. We are a long way out and weather can affect our activities on occasion.