Viaggia - Discover Sicily
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Duration: 10 days
Group size: 6 - 12
2024 Catania & Beyond: Under the Volcano Shadow
Catania, Metropolitan city of Catania, Italy
Viaggia - Discover Sicily
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13 reviews
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Duration: 10 days
Group size: 6 - 12
About this trip
Our Goal
What is like touring with Viaggia?
What’s included
- Airport TransfersOn pre-designated dates for both arrival and departure
- Accommodation4 or 5 star accommodation: villa with a pool in a strategic location
- FoodAll Breakfasts, 8 Lunches and 6 Dinners (All but 6 meals, wine included). Excluding hard liquor
- Wine & Non-Alc DrinksLocal wine and non-alcoholic drinks are included with all lunches and dinners.
- Daily TransportationProfessional private driver & vehicle
- Entrance Fees & TicketsAll entrances fees and tickets to museums, trips and entertainment
- Snacks at the VillaBoth savoury and sweet snacks available at the villa every day
- GratuitiesAll gratuities for lunch and dinner while dining with us are included.
- Guided ToursTrips to major historic sites and museums, with licenced guides speaking English, including the Ancient Greek Theatre in Taormina, guided tour in Siracusa & climbing a church bell in Catania!
- Visit to the Opera!A live opera performance at Italian Opera Taormina'!
- Michelin Star DinnerA Tasting Menu dinner at a 1 Star Michelin Star Restaurant in the area
- Street Food TourGuided Tour with Chef Alessandro through the markets and streets of Catania
- Wine Tasting ExperienceTrip to a local winery at the slopes of Mt Etna Volcano along with lunch and wine tasting.
- Olive Oil Farm VisitFall Session only; substitute with Cheese Farm Experience if not available
- Cheese Farm VisitTrip to a local cheese farm; destination dependant on season and availability
- Cooking ClassFun and engaging cooking class with Chef Alessandro at our villa
- Mount Etna VisitCable Car trip up the Mount Etna Volcano with view of the craters, Catania & the Ionian Sea
- Boat ExcursionAfternoon boat trip around Siracusa, visiting
- Beach TripRelaxing day at the beach club in Fontane Bianche!
- HostsHosted by Viaggia Discover Sicily's owner Chef Alessandro & Tour Curator Polina Pen
What’s not included
- FlightsFlights to and from Catania
- InsurancePersonal travel insurance
- Hard LiquorAdditional drinks, including cocktails and hard liquor are not included.
Itinerary
Day 1
Arrivals
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Viaggia - Discover Sicily
13 reviews
VIAGGIA is a high-end travel experience that specializes in tours of the island of Sicily.
We offer a Signature Tour on set dates as well as bespoke group travel planning and collaborative retreats with third-parties.
We believe that food is not just about sustenance but about culture, history, and community and we work to create an unforgettable experience that will leave you with a deeper appreciation and understanding of Sicily's culinary heritage.
Book now and experience the best of what the island has to offer!
Reviews
WB
We had an amazing evening, truly unique experience. The food was delicious and abundant. Chef & Polina are fantastic hosts and I would highly recommend them for a holiday party or event.
By Wendy B for WENDY & LAUREN'S HOLIDAY PARTY on Dec 14, 2025
Alessandro and Polina made this trip an unforgettable experience for me in the best way possible. These two love what they do and it shows. They are both lovely down to earth people who will go out of their way to make sure you have the best time. It was my birthday when I was in Sicily and they make sure the celebration was fantastic. Beautiful breakfast, homemade cake, all the drinks they made me feel so special. Can’t say enough good things about this tour and the hosts. I highly recommend it.
By Dawn S for TOUR EASTERN SICILY & THE BAROQUE RIVIERA with SANDY MORTON & FRIENDS! on Nov 13, 2025
The trip to Palermo was wonderful. I highly recommend it. Alessandro and Polina are the best hosts and know exactly where to go for the best authentic experiences. Perfect
Accommodations. Beautiful restaurants. I loved every minute.
By Dawn S for PALERMO TOUR 3-DAY ADD-ON FOR OCT 2025 on Nov 13, 2025
I recently returned home after a month long journey in Italy. My trip concluded with a 10 day tour of Sicily with Viaggia Discover Sicily. This was more than just an ordinary tour as Chef Alessandro & Polina showed us the spirit of Sicily through food, wine, culture and the history of this beautiful Island.
The tour was curated in such a way that we experienced all Sicily has to offer and gave us a truly authentic experience.
From a day at a beautiful beach club, winery tours, cooking with Chef, Michelin Star dining, an operatic musical performance in Taormina, boat tours and swimming in the Tyrrhenian & Ionian Seas to visiting the most vibrant, lively, chaotic market in Palermo which offered amazing street foods and crazy characters.
Alessandro & Polina are warm, caring passionate people who put their hearts and souls into making this a truly unique experience.
I would highly recommend this experience to anyone who has a passion for travel, food history and a curiosity for life and other cultures. Definitely the highlight of my travels through beautiful Italy. ❤️
By Wendy B for TOUR EASTERN SICILY & THE BAROQUE RIVIERA with SANDY MORTON & FRIENDS! on Oct 17, 2025
The energy and friendliness of Alessandro and Polina was much appreciated. The homemade Sicilian food cooked by the hosts were great. This was a fabulous introduction to Sicily.
By Victor H for Tour Sicily with Michael Tham & Friends in Sept 2025! on Oct 08, 2025
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I recently travelled to Italy for a month and ended my journey with a 10 day tour of Sicily. This was more than a tour as Chef Alessandro & Polina showed us the spirit of Sicily through the food, wine, culture and the history of this beautiful Island. The tour was curated in such a way that we were able to experience all Sicily has to offer and gave an authentic experience. From a day at a beautiful beach club, winery tours, cooking with Chef, Michelin star dining, an opera performance in Taormina, boat tours and swimming in the Tyrrhenian & Ionian seas and a visit to the most vibrant, lively, chaotic market in Palermo with amazing characters and fantastic street foods. Alessandro & Polina are warm, caring, passionate people who put their hearts and souls into making this a truly unique experience for their guests. I would highly recommend this experience to anyone who has a passion for travel, food and a curiosity for life and other cultures.
By Wendy B on 17 Oct, 2025
A big thanks to Polina & Allesandro for a wonderful Sicilian experience , friendly & very professional.
We Will have no hesitation in recommending their tour to friends & family.
Maria & John
(From Scotland 🏴)
By John B on 22 Jun, 2025