2025 GRAND TOUR OF SICILY!

Catania, Metropolitan city of Catania, Italy

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2025 GRAND TOUR OF SICILY!

Catania, Metropolitan city of Catania, Italy

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Viaggia - Discover Sicily
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Duration: 10 days
Group size: 6 - 12
2025 GRAND TOUR OF SICILY!
Catania, Metropolitan city of Catania, Italy
Viaggia - Discover Sicily
  • Email address verified
3 reviews
Duration: 10 days
Group size: 6 - 12

About this trip

Get ready to embark on an unforgettable journey through Sicily's vibrant culinary and classical arts legacy! From savoring delicious street food to visiting local farms, cooking with Chef Alessandro & dining in Michelin Star restaurants, coupled with the beauty of the art and architecture of the island, you will feel inspired by the experience and bring home memories to cherish a lifetime. 

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10 Days / 9 Nights


  • Tour the island in a private vehicle and stay in a fantastic Sicilian villa with a pool
  • Optional 3-Day Palermo Pre-Tour Add-on: Fly into Palermo; after the tour travel with us to Catania to start the Grand Tour. See our website for dates and further details: www.viaggia.ca
  • Small group tour to ensure quality experience
  • Available Spring and Fall Sessions
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OUR GOAL

 

"Our goal is to offer a luxurious experience while in the company and comfort of an Italian family friend. We will be dining altogether in a Sicilian villa a true Dolce Vita style, sharing laughter, joy and stories around the table." 


Chef Alessandro Riccobono

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WHAT IS IT LIKE TOURING WITH VIAGGIA?

 

You will be staying in a beautiful Sicilian villa in a strategic location during the whole trip, undertaking daily trips from there. You will unpack only once and you will be able to enjoy the benefits of the villa and surrounding area like a local.


The itinerary include street food & market tour, cooking with Chef Alessandro in the villa, savoring fine dining dishes in Michelin star restaurants, visiting a winery, a farm and enjoying  all the bounty of what a Sicilian table can offer. Chef Alessandro will be sharing his culinary knowledge along the way, creating context for an authentic experience. He will be also teaching you how to cook his favourite recipes, helping you bring Sicily back home with you.


There will also be time for discovering historical sights and the amazing art, architecture and museums of Sicily. We will be also visiting amazing blue beaches, mountain towns or simply relaxing by the pool.


You will have direct access to Tour Curator Polina at any time, enjoying an excellent balance of the planned itinerary and free time. Our private driver will provide professional transportation on daily basis and you will also benefit from the knowledge of all local experts on the island, from tour guides in the big cities to farm owners in the mountains.

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What’s included

  • AIRPORT TRANSFER
    Fly into Catania and get transferred to the villa
  • ACCOMMODATION
    4 or 5 star accommodation: villa with a pool in a strategic location
  • FOOD
    All Breakfasts, All Lunches and 8 Dinners (and many aperitivos along the way). All but 1 meal
  • WINE AND NON-ALC DRINKS
    Local wine and non-alcoholic drinks are included with all lunches and dinners.
  • DAILY TRANSPORTATION
    Professional private driver & vehicle
  • ENTRANCE FEES
    All entrances fees and tickets to museums, trips and entertainment
  • SNACKS AT THE VILLA
    Both savoury and sweet snacks available at the villa every day
  • GUIDED TOURS
    When available, a tour with licensed guide speaking English at major historical sights.
  • AN OPERA PERFORMANCE
    A live opera performance at Italian Opera Taormina!
  • MICHELIN STAR DINNER
    A Tasting Menu dinner at a 1 Star Michelin Star Restaurant in the area
  • STREET FOOD TOUR
    Guided Tour with Chef Alessandro through the markets and streets of Catania
  • WINE TASTING EXPERIENCES
    Trip to a local winery at the slopes of Mt Etna Volcano along with lunch and wine tasting
  • OLIVE OIL FARM VISIT
    Fall Session only; substitute with Cheese Farm Visit, if not available
  • CHEESE FARM VISIT
    Spring Session only; substitute with Olive Oil Farm Visit, if not avaialble
  • COOKING CLASS
    Fun and engaging cooking class with Chef Alessandro at our villa
  • MT ETNA VOLCANO VISIT
    Trip up the Mount Etna Volcano with views of the craters, Catania & the Ionian Sea
  • BOAT TOUR
    Afternoon boat trip around Siracusa & Ortigia, sightseeing the old town, famous caves and opportunity to swim in the harbour
  • BEACH TRIP
    Relaxing day at the beach club in San Lorenzo
  • HOSTS
    Hosted by Viaggia Discover Sicily's owner Chef Alessandro & Tour Curator Polina Pen

What’s not included

  • TRAVEL INSURANCE
    Personal Travel Insurance
  • FLITHTS
    Flights to and from Catania
  • HARD LIQUOR
    Additional drinks, including cocktails and hard liquor are not included.

Available Packages

2025 GRAND TOUR - DOUBLE OCCUPANCY
Deposit:C$1,000
Available until 1 days before departure

2025 GRAND TOUR - DOUBLE OCCUPANCY 

10 days, 9 nights

CA $5,499/person, double occupancy

Small Group Tours of Max 12 People

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C$5,499
Deposit:C$1,000
2025 GRAND TOUR - SINGLE OCCUPANCY
Deposit:C$1,000
Available until 1 days before departure

2025 GRAND TOUR - SINGLE OCCUPANCY

10 days, 9 nights

CA $6,499/person, single occupancy

Small Group Tours of Max 12 People

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C$6,499
Deposit:C$1,000
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Itinerary

DAY 1: AM & PM
ARRIVALS, TRANSFER & SETTLE IN VILLA

 

AM & PM: Arrivals, pick up from airport and drive to Villa

2 PM - 4 PM: Welcome to the villa! Food and drinks, settle in Villa

4 PM - 8 PM: Stroll in the nearby UNESCO Heritage baroque village of Scicli, aperitivo, free time

8 PM - 10 PM: Welcome Dinner at the Villa: Music, Drinks & Great Food

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Viaggia - Discover Sicily
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VIAGGIA is a high-end travel experience that specializes in tours of the island of Sicily. From the bustling markets of Palermo to Michelin Star restaurants, our tours offer an unforgettable taste of this rich and vibrant land. We believe that food is not just about sustenance but about culture, history, and community and we work to create an unforgettable experience that will leave you with a deeper appreciation and understanding of Sicily's culinary heritage. ​ Book now and experience the best of what the island has to offer!
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Reviews

JT
Phenomenal trip- an 11!! Fabulous food, fantastic accomodations and interesting and varied side trips to experience different aspects of Sicily. Alessandro and Polina have outdone themselves. Highly recommend!!
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By Janice T for 2024 PALERMO & BEYOND: ECLECTIC CROSSROADS on Oct 31, 2024
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An absolutely beautiful experience of sights, tastes, music, and hospitality by our two hosts Alessandro and Polina. Our stay in Sicily was truly a memorable time with everything taken care of by them as soon as we got off the plane in Catania until the time it was ready to leave for home again. There were so many unexpected and wonderful surprises throughout our stay that went even beyond what they advertised and we look forward to staying with them again on another tour. We wish Alessandro and Polina all the best for themselves and their business. Ciao! C & D.
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By Debra F for 2024 Catania & Beyond: Under the Volcano Shadow on Oct 11, 2024
DR
It was a very good trip. The accommodation was excellent, a modern spacious villa with pool. The food was delicious and geared to introducing the favorite dishes and flavors of Sicily. The daily excursions provided opportunities to experience the history, art, architecture and landscape of the Island. Every effort was made to make our holiday one to remember.
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By Diane R for 2024 Catania & Beyond: Under the Volcano Shadow on Jun 20, 2024
Thank you, Diane! It means a lot to us! We are so glad that you enjoyed the trip!
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By Viaggia - Discover Sicily on Jun 21, 2024
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