Join Art In Voyage's Executive Chef Kevin Fonzo on an expedition of savor and flavor in Sicily. Stroll through the local markets, partake in cooking classes, and relish in traditional dinners at our beautiful villa. Taste true Sicilian dishes that were made and crafted centuries ago, perfected to make each culinary traveler return back to savor the distinct flavors that are only found in Sicily. Our villa is your home away from home for the next 7 Nights, bordered by the trees of a vast centuries-old olive grove. Wake up to a spectacular view of the valley, bathed in the fresh Sicilian sun, and a beautiful garden at your feet. Partake in our sunset 4x4 expedition of Mount Etna as well as an authentic truffle hunt. Take part in a cooking class with our local Nona, and follow it up with a walk traveling back in time as you explore the streets of Modica, Ragusa, Notto and Syracuse. The journey is packed with activities, extraordinary flavors, and hosts that will make your trip to Sicily truly unforgettable.
On arrival in Catania, you are picked up by your very own driver for a short ride to the villa where you are greeted by your hosts and the villa staff. There, enjoy a tour of the property, make yourself at home and spend some time by the pool before cocktails and dinners are served on the terrace. Prepared by Chef Fonzo, it is paired with lovely wines from the region, a great first introduction to what is to come.
After breakfast, join Chef Fonzo at a nearby market to gather fresh ingredients for your cooking class in the afternoon. Witness how Chef Fonzo interacts with the local producers to get the best ingredients for our cooking class. Alternatively, have a morning at leisure next to the swimming pool, or enjoy a tasting of the property's olive oil. We then join Chef Fonzo for a cooking class, followed by a lovely lunch. In the late afternoon, indulge in a relaxing massage and enjoy time at leisure. Dinner will be prepared by Chef Fonzo and served at the property with wines of the region.
After breakfast, we depart on a scenic drive to the city of Syracuse. A local guide will lead the way to sites such as the Roman Amphitheater, the Teatro Greco, and the Orecchio di Dionisio. Your tour will end at a local trattoria for a lovely lunch seaside. After lunch, explore Syracuse on your own before we depart home to relax. Tonight, we make our way to Noto for an incredible dining experience at the famed Michelin-starred "Crocifisso". Dinner will be paired with wines selected by their sommelier.
Enjoy a morning at leisure at the property. Later this morning, we make our way to one of our local wineries, situated at the foot of Mount Etna, an active volcano. There, we delight in a lovely lunch and wine tasting. The volcanic clay creates the perfect conditions for the vines, and here, wine has been produced for more than 3,500 years. We then board our 4x4 for a drive up an ancient lava flow. Enjoy breathtaking scenery at the famous “Velle del Bove’. As evening falls, we make our way down and enjoy dinner at a local trattoria before heading back to the villa (Long Day)
After breakfast and some time to recover from the previous long day, we make our way to Modica, one of the most picturesque towns in all of Sicily. You will get the opportunity to walk through the elegant streets, visit Doumo, and take pictures of the spectacular buildings with our private guide. Enjoy lunch at leisure, before we make our way back home. On the way, we stop at one of our favorite local wineries for a tour, and a tasting. Tonight, Chef Fonzo will once again prepare a lovely Sicilian-inspired dinner, under the stars and paired with wines of the region.
This morning, why not enjoy breakfast in the gardens? We then make our way to the local town of Palazzolo Acreide for truffle hunting with Chef Andrea, which is followed by a truffle-inspired lunch. On our way home, we make one more stop: a local cheese farm where you enjoy a tasting. Tonight, dinner is served at the property, prepared by Chef Fonzo, and paired with local wines.
Today, our last day in Sicily is spent at leisure (lunch at the property will be available). However, our Guest Experience experts are standing by to assist with the booking of additional tours & activities. Why not have us rent a boat for the afternoon, or making int it a full day visiting Taormina (long day)? Tonight, we will celebrate the end of a lovely journey exploring all the flavors Sicily has to offer, with Chef Fonzo and our local Nona. This farewell dinner is paired with some of your favorite wines of the region.
All good things must come to an end! We enjoy one last breakfast before departing for the airport. Not ready to go home? Take your loved one to Santorini for a romantic ending to this vacation, or fly out to the beautiful island of Malta where you step back into history. Wanting to see more of Sicily? The possibilities are endless, and we are standing by to make them a reality.
Our third curated foodie vacation with Art in Voyage and will continue to give our highest marks and recommendations. Two in Europe and one in the ‘States have all been exceptional. Their attention to detail is top notch and we love to let them take care of everything so we can enjoy our (too rare!) leisure time.
Our day-to-day itinerary may, from time to time and prior to departure, need to be altered or slightly modified to address possible unforeseen logistical and weather challenges. In such rare instances, Art In Voyage guarantees delivery of the content of the itinerary yet, in a different order.
All listed retreats (hotels, villas, and barges) are, at times, subject to changes. In such rare instances, similar or higher standards will be upheld.
Travel insurance, once purchased, goes into effect upon payment of the premium. You have 15 days from that date to cancel it (providing no claims have been filed or initiated during that period). Beyond 15 days, it becomes non-refundable/non-changeable/non-transferrable.
In case of a cancelation at more than 90 days prior to departure, your deposit will be returned minus a $500 per person administrative fee.
In case of a cancelation within the penalty period: Find a replacement at least 30 days prior to departure and your journey will be fully refunded, minus a $500 per person administrative fee.