Sicily cultural tour

Planet

CARBON REDUCTION

This is a small group journey with a maximum of 12 participants.

The programme includes a shared shuttle transfer on arrival from Palermo Airport and shared transport throughout the tour by minivan or minibus according to group size.

The itinerary includes walking tours in several destinations, including Palermo, Caltabellotta and Syracuse.

Accommodation is provided in small boutique-style hotels. In particular, FerroHotel in Modica has introduced measures including energy efficiency systems, actions to reduce single-use plastics and water waste, food waste reduction initiatives, and a focus on local and seasonal ingredients for its breakfast offering.

The tour includes a seasonal traditional lunch in Caltabellotta, prepared with ingredients from the surrounding area.

ENVIRONMENT AND WILDLIFE

This journey allows travellers to experience Sicily’s diverse landscapes, from coastal areas and salt pans to rural countryside and hilltop villages, while travelling in a small group.

The itinerary includes experiences connected to the natural environment, such as the salt pans of Trapani, a distinctive coastal landscape shaped by centuries of traditional salt production, and the rural surroundings of Caltabellotta, where agricultural traditions remain closely connected to the land.

Throughout the journey, travellers are encouraged to reduce waste, follow local guidelines and leave natural areas undisturbed when visiting natural environments.

People

LOCAL ECONOMY

This small group journey works with locally based suppliers and includes opportunities to spend time in smaller towns and villages across Sicily.

Accommodation is provided in small boutique-style hotels rather than international chain properties, including independently owned properties in the destinations visited.

The tour works with local guides who share their knowledge of the places they live in, from Palermo and Monreale to Syracuse and the smaller villages included in the itinerary.

A key experience takes place in Caltabellotta, where travellers visit a village outside the usual tourist itineraries and take part in activities connected to local traditions, including meeting a shepherd, tasting traditional cheeses and enjoying a seasonal lunch prepared with products from the area.

The wine experience in Marsala includes a visit to a local winery, where travellers can discover the history and production of one of Sicily’s distinctive wines.

EMPLOYMENT, INCLUSIVITY AND DIVERSITY

This tour is operated with local partners and suppliers in Sicily, including people working in tourism, hospitality, guiding and food production.

We work with local guides and service providers who share their knowledge and experience of the places visited.

The tour welcomes travellers regardless of gender, nationality, ethnicity, sexual orientation or background. We aim to create a respectful and inclusive environment for all participants.

The itinerary has a relaxed pace and is suitable for many senior travellers. However, guests should be comfortable walking on uneven surfaces, cobbled streets and in historic areas, as several destinations include pedestrian areas and some steps. Travellers with specific mobility requirements are welcome to contact us before booking.