Magna Via Francigena walking holiday in Sicily

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This trip follows the ancient road from Palermo to Agrigento, to discover the rugged beauty of inland Sicily with its archaeological treasures and friendly locals who have been welcoming pilgrims for centuries. The Magna Via Francigena was officially re-opened in 2017 in celebration of its rich historical legacy as a trade route connecting Africa and the Middle East to Europe. Today hikers pass through small towns and villages, which brings valued extra income to these areas and helps prompt cultural exchange.

We believe that walking trips are the best way to explore a destination; because you have more time to appreciate the changing landscapes and get to know locals in the villages that you pass through while having a minimal impact on your environment. As a hiker we encourage you to stay on the marked trails to stop erosion, especially when you are in areas like the Monte Carcaci Nature Reserve.

This slow style of travel not only affords you more time to appreciate the natural beauty of the region but, just as importantly, positively contributes to the regions that host you.

We are aligned with “Leave No Trace”, an international organisation that has set the global standard for outdoor ethics. Through targeted education, research and outreach, its mission is to ensure the long-term health of our natural world while maintaining sustainable recreation in nature.

Our Waste Management Policy encourages our travellers to take their own reusable water bottles, coffee cups and reusable stuff sacks to avoid single-use plastics. We follow this same philosophy in our office as well as on the trail: in our London office we have banned single use coffee cups and water bottles. We use recycled paper in our office and we are working towards reducing the amount of paper we use, as well as recycling all of our paper and plastic waste.