After breakfast, enjoy a half-day sightseeing tour of Palermo to include a visit to Monreale to visit the town’s famous cathedral, considered to be the finest example of Norman architecture in Sicily. The cathedral’s interior, made up of colorful mosaics depicting the Old Testament, is one of the most impressive creations of the Middle Ages. Then, visit the city’s colorful, vibrant produce and fish markets and sample Sicily’s famous street food. Tonight enjoy dinner on your own or with members of the group. Overnight Palermo. (B)

Breakfast in hotel. Today, explore Sicily’s western coast. During the morning we will enjoy a guided tour of Segesta Greek archeological site, whose ancient temple is considered one of the best preserved in the world. Later, transfer to our charming wine estate, La Foresteria, for a welcome dinner and wine tasting. Overnight La Foresteria, Menfi. (B,D)

Enjoy a relaxing breakfast, and later, learn the secrets of Sicilian cuisine with Chef Angelo. Enjoy the fruits of our labor with lunch of the specialties we’ve prepared, accompanied by some of Planeta’s finest wines. Spend the remainder of the day relaxing by the pool or taking a country bike ride. Overnight La Foresteria, Menfi. (B,L)

Following breakfast, take a scenic drive along the beautiful Sicilian coast to Agrigento to visit the Valley of the Temples, a UNESCO site that boasts the best-preserved Doric temples outside Greece. Later, transfer to Favara or Agrigento for an overnight stay. Enjoy dinner at one of the many quaint restaurants in cafes in the town’s main piazza. Overnight Ragusa (B)

Following breakfast, enjoy a guided tour of Villa Romana del Casale, a Roman villa built in the 4th century that boasts the richest and largest collection of Roman mosaics in the world. Later, we’ll enjoy we’ll enjoy a special lunch of exquisite meats, including steak, at an area restaurant. Overnight Ragusa (B,L)

After breakfast, visit one of the world’s most active volcanoes, Mount Etna. Later, enjoy a special tasting of the prestigious wines from grapes grown in the volcanic soil at an area winery, followed by an impressive lunch of local cuisine. Tonight, enjoy an aperitivo on your balcony overlooking the sea and relax with dinner at one of Taormina’s notable restaurants. Overnight Taormina. (B)

 Today, take a well-deserved break and spend the day relaxing at the hotel pool, the local beach, visiting the Greek Theater or shopping in Taormina city center. Tonight, continue on your own to explore Taormina. Overnight Taormina. (B)

Today, explore the Ionian Coast by boat. Enjoy breathtaking views eastern Sicily’s most beautiful coastline and explore picturesque caves, including the Grotta Azzura. Weather permitting our excursion will include a stop for a swim. (B)