Natural spectacle and Greek heritage
Descend to the far south of Italy for a discovery of Sicily and the Aeolian Islands. Surrender to the Italian rhythm of life during a visit to a winery and dinners in local trattorias. Visit the Temple Valley, explore the lava fields of Mount Etna, and take a body rafting excursion into the Alcantara Gorge. Once on the Aeolian Islands, the 'seven sisters of the Mediterranean', time seems to have stood still. Sail between the islands of Lipari and Salina to visit the pumice quarries and hear Stromboli's fire waterfalls hissing into the sea. After all this natural spectacle, you will also pick up a piece of 'La Dolce Vita' and the rich culture and history in mundian Taormina.
Tips & Tops Tour Sicily and Aeolian Islands:
- We'll take you off the beaten path for a unique experience of the lava fields and past ancient craters of Mount Etna.
- The Alcantara Gorge is a unique canyon consisting of basalt lava and its unique forms due to the water erosion amazes even the most demanding hiker.
- Dine in one of the locals' favorite spots, 'da Vittorio' serving seafood from the fishermen of Porto Palo, Sciacca and Mazara del Vallo.
- Stay in a 19th century villa on the slopes of Mount Etna and dine on the terrace with ingredients from its own garden.
- Lunch and tasting wines at the Tenuta di Fessina winery.
- Take advantage of the opportunity to go snorkeling with a marine biologist near the Aeolian Islands to learn about the rare wildlife here such as dolphins and sea turtles.
