Day
1-Palermo
Welcome to the beautiful island of Sicily! Upon arrival at
Palermo airport pick up your rental car. Self drive to your
hotel. Remainder of the day at leisure.
Day 2-Palermo/Monreale
Enjoy a full day at leisure to explore on your own. Why not
drive to the town of Monreale,
famous for the Arab-Norman art and architecture that reached
the pinnacle of its glory with the amazing Duomo, launched
in 1174 by William II. End the day with cannoli, a typical
Sicilian dessert!
Day 3-Erice, SaltWay Road
Explore western Sicily and head to lovely Erice, a town that
was an important religious site associated with goddesses
of fertility. A must is to taste the famous almond pastry
and the sweet Sicilian marzipan. Continue to scenic Trapani
along the Salt Way Road to tour the historic saltpan works,
where the ancient tradition of harvesting salt from the sea
is still practiced.
Day 4-Cooking Class/Agrigento
Today you will have your first cooking lesson in the town
of Sant’Angelo Muxaro. You will be in awe of the spectacular
view you will have after driving through winding roads between
mountains and hills. On a lonely hill, in the centre of the
valley of the river
Platani and surrounded by a wild and harsh vegetation, a handful
of homes lie on the sheer slope of the hill itself…
this is the small town of Sant’Angelo Muxaro. On arrival
meet Donna Concetta. She will teach you the secrets to creating
an Italian favourte - pizza and bread! After the lesson enjoy
a simple light lunch to taste what you have
learned to prepare. Make your way to Agrigento and settle
into your hotel.
Day 5-Agrigento/Piazza Armerina/Taormina
While in Agrigento don’t miss the famous Valley of the
Temples with its unique architecture. As you make your way
to Taormina we suggest a stop in Piazza Armerina
to admire the ruins of the Roman Villa del Casale, the mosaics
discovered here are exceptional.
Day 6-Cooking Class
This morning meet your chefs, Antonio Orlando and Donna Maria
at their restaurant. They will take you to the nearby fruit
market to purchase fruit, vegetables and all the ingredients
necessary to begin the cooking class. You will learn the secrets
to preparing typical Sicilan dishes and finally eat what you
have prepared. The afternoon is yours to explore the town,
shop or relax.
Day 7-Taormina/Etna Volcano
Dedicate time to visit Mt. Etna, Europe’s largest active
volcano. Experience the lava fields and the incredible view
from Europe’s highest volcano.
Day 8-Taormina/Catania
Return your rental car to the Catania Airport or add a few
extra days on this magical island.
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