Lexi and Helen will be your hosts throughout the journey, guiding you through an experiential and immersive adventure into Sicily’s rich wine culture—from unforgettable visits to vineyards and wineries to flavorful discoveries, memorable encounters with locals, and stories you’ll never forget.  

Wine experts:

·       Lexi Stephens Wine expert during the entire tour

·       Sicilian Wine expert Helen Bezane during the entire tour

Accommodations:

·        2 Nights at 3*  Agriturismo in Mount Etna area in double or single room, breakfast included

·        3 Nights at 4* Hotel in Syracuse -  in a double or single Room, breakfast included

·        Local city tax at the hotels when needed

Activities & Tours:

·        Private Walking Tour of Catania with Sicilian Tastings

·        Unesco Scicli, Food & Wine Tour with cooking class, lunch & wine

Restaurants & food activities:

·      Welcome dinner at a local restaurant in Etna area restaurant with wines included

·      Farewell dinner at a local restaurant in Ortigia with wines included

·      Food tasting during Catania tour

·      Lunch during cooking class in Scicli

Winery:

·          All winery tours with tasting and lunch (or dinner) as per program

Transfers & Tours:

·        Private Grouped Transfer from Catania Airport  to Mount Etna accommodation

·        Private transportation as per program

·        Private Grouped Transfer from Syracuse accommodation to Catania Airport

Porterage:

·        Shuttle and luggage transfer from Siracusa Parking to the hotel, one way

·        Flights

·        All meals not included above

·        All activities not included above

·        Travel Insurance

·        Gratuities

·        Items of a personal nature

Photo courtesy of Helen Bezane

Group Transfer from Catania Airport to Etna Area hotel

Upon arrival at Catania airport, meet your English-speaking driver at the pre-arranged meeting point. You will then be transferred by private vehicle to your accommodation in Etna area.
Please note that all our transfers include 1 piece of luggage and 1 carry-on per person.

Agriturismo - Mount Etna area

Enjoy a stay at a charming agriturismo experience on the slopes of Mount Etna. Guests can stay in rustic yet elegant accommodations surrounded by vineyards and panoramic views.

Once you’ve settled in nicely, enjoy some free time. Please make sure to be ready by 7:00 pm for your welcome drink with the whole group.

 
Welcome meeting

Kick off your Sicilian wine adventure with a warm welcome meeting, where you will meet Lexi and Helen, your Sicilian wine expert, who will introduce you to the itinerary, share insights about the region’s rich wine culture, and answer any questions. This is the perfect moment to meet your fellow travelers, get excited about the upcoming tastings, and prepare for an unforgettable journey through Sicily’s vineyards and wineries, an adventure of flavors, local people and stories you won’t forget.

Welcome dinner at a local restaurant in Etna area with wines and return transfer Included

Meet Helen, Lexi and your new friends at the pre-arranged time and on board of a local minibus you will head to the restaurant in Etna area.

 Enjoy a warm welcome dinner at a charming local restaurant, including delicious regional wine.  Back to your accommodation at the end of the dinner.

Private driver at disposal for Etna wine tour

Meet your private driver and depart for a full day Wine tour in Etna area discovering Northern and Eastern slopes of Mt.Etna on board of a luxury minibus, escorted by your wine experts.

Eastern & Northern slope - Wine tour with lunch at the second winery

Discover the unique wines of Mount Etna on a guided wine tour through two splendid volcanic wineries. Explore family-run wineries, learn about traditional winemaking techniques, and enjoy a delicious lunch paired with local wines, all set against the stunning backdrop of Sicily’s iconic volcano.

Back to the hotel at the end of the tour
Free time to enjoy. Then night excursion to Taormina

Private Driver at disposal for Taormina night excursion

Your private English-speaking driver will meet you at your hotel in Etna area to drive you to Taormina where you will have time on own to vist the picturesque village and/or have dinner at your leisure.

Perched high above the Ionian Sea, Taormina enchants with its ancient Greek theatre and breathtaking coastal views. Stroll through its charming streets filled with boutiques, cafes, and vibrant history. A jewel of Sicily, where culture, beauty, and elegance come together.

After your time in Taormina, we will safely bring you back to your accommodation.

Private Transfer from Etna area to Syracuse with stop in Catania

Check out at the hotel. Meet your private driver at your accommodation in Etna area and be transferred on board of a private vehicle to your accommodation in Syracuse. En route you will have a stop in Catania for a guided tour of the city and fish market tour.

Please note that all our transfers include 1 piece of luggage and 1 carry-on per person.

Private Guided Walking Tour of Catania with Sicilian Tastings

Meet your English-speaking guide and enjoy a tour through Catania and its great cultural heritage. The city was struck by numerous episodes of lava flows and earthquakes but still shows impressive ruins dating back to the classic period as well as elegant baroque facades. You will visit to the historic and lively fish market that is known as "Piscaria", we will go on Via Etnea where we can gaze at the concave facade of the late Baroque "Basilica dellaCollegiata". At the end of the tour you will be hosted in a local Café where we will discover Sicily's long tradition of food, whose specialties are as varied as they are good. Here, you will discover excellent cold cuts and cheeses, the arancino (in its Catania version) and many more!

Then, continue to Syracuse hotel.

4* Hotel in Syracuse

Overnight stay in a charming 4-star property located in Syracuse: a perfect place to discover South-Eastern wine area.

Please note that local city tax is included. A form of ID is required at the time of check-in.

Afternoon on own in Syracuse

 Enjoy the rest of the day and lunch at your own pace in Syracuse. Rich in ancient history, Syracuse blends Greek grandeur with baroque elegance. Explore the stunning island of Ortigia, with its winding alleys, lively piazzas, and sea views. A timeless city where myths, architecture, and Mediterranean charm come alive.

Private driver at disposal for wine and dine experience in  Syracuse

 Meet your driver at the pre-arranged meeting point and reach a boutique winery in Syracuse area. Enjoy a wine and dine experience, an authentic taste of Sicilian hospitality.

Wine and dine experience at Syracuse boutique winery

From the warmest welcome to the exceptional wine tasting flight and homemade meal, every detail will be thoughtfully curated with genuine touch and outstanding Sicilian hospitality.

Back to Syracuse at the end of the dinner.

Private driver at disposal for Pachino Winery tour and Scicli village tour in Sicily -  

Meet your lovely wine experts at the hotel lobby and take a pleasant walk to the meeting point with the driver.

Board our luxury minibus and depart to the charming area of Pachino and Baroque UNESCO area. The driver will safely drop you off in Syracuse at the end of the tour.

Wine tour and tasting at a local boutique winery in Pachino area

Explore the sun-drenched vineyards of Pachino, home to aromatic Moscato and bold and expressive Nero d’Avola wines. Discover the rich winemaking heritage of southeastern Sicily.

Unesco Scicli, Food & Wine Tour with cooking class, lunch & wine
Join Emilia for an authentic journey through the historic and UNESCO-listed town of Scicli — just like the locals do. With her deep roots in the food and wine world, Emilia will guide you to the town’s best hidden gems, offering a true taste of Scicli through the eyes (and palate) of a local Sciclitana. The experience begins with a warm welcome at the Town Hall, followed by a leisurely stroll through the charming historic center. You'll stop at a traditional bakery to handpick your bread and local specialties, then browse the vibrant fruit and vegetable stalls, just like locals shopping for a family meal. You'll then be welcomed into a typical Sicilian home — reminiscent of Emilia’s grandparents’ — where the heart of the experience unfolds. Guided by Emilia, you'll dive into a hands-on cooking class, preparing traditional dishes like fresh pasta, scacce, or arancini using age-old techniques passed down through generations. The experience culminates in a relaxed and delicious three-course Sicilian lunch, paired with natural wines from small local producers. A genuine taste of Sicilian hospitality, culture, and flavor — from the market to the table.

Back to Syracuse where you will spend the rest of the day and dinner at leisure.

Private driver at disposal for Val di Noto Wine tour and Noto

Meet your lovely wine experts and the hotel lobby and make a pleasant walk to the meeting point with the driver. Then, get on board of our luxury minibus and depart to the charming area of Noto.

Wine tour and tasting at a local winery in Val di Noto area

Enjoy a guided tour of the winery and learn more about the vineyards, the production philosophy while tasting some delicious wines.

After the wine tour, you will head to Noto: explore the beautiful baroque town of Noto at your own pace, wandering its stunning streets and soaking in the rich history. Enjoy lunch independently at one of the charming local cafes or restaurants, discovering your own favorite flavors.

The driver will safely drop you off in Syracuse parking at the end of the tour and you will then make your own way to the hotel.

Take some time to relax and unwind before joining your wine experts for the farewell dinner at the agreed meeting time, which you’ll reach together on a pleasant walk.

Farewell dinner at a local restaurant in Ortigia with wine selection Included

Celebrate the end of your unforgettable wine journey with a farewell dinner in Ortigia, featuring exquisite local cuisine paired with a thoughtful selection of Sicilian wines. Enjoy the charming seaside ambiance as you toast to new memories and friendships.

Grouped transfer from Syracuse hotel to Catania Aiport
Meet your English-speaking driver at your accommodation in Syracuse and be transferred on board of a private vehicle to Catania airport.

Please note that all our transfers include 1 piece of luggage and 1 carry-on per person.

Say arrivederci (until we see each other again!) to the stunning heart of Sicily.