Sicily has been occupied or settled by many different cultures over many centuries, and this history has shaped the island’s food traditions. Besides pasta, you’ll find couscous; besides the red and white wines you’ll find produced all over Europe, you will find the fortified wine of Marsala. Important throughout history for salt and wheat production, today Sicily is one of the most compelling foodie destinations in the world. You are invited to experience 10 days and nights eating and drinking our way through some of Sicily’s landscapes with a small group of like-minded travelers.

Our first two nights are spent in the city of Palermo, where we will have a guided city walk and explore the vibrant wine bar scene. We will see the famous mosaics in the church at Monreale and visit the Greek ruins of Segesta.

We will also explore the medieval hill town Erice and the important ancient trading hubs of Marsala and Trapani while based for three nights in the Trapani area.

Next, we will make our way to the northern part of the island, where we will stay two nights to explore Cefalu and Castelbuono, tour and taste at a cheesemaker’s farm, and visit some of the area villages for a taste of their local specialties.

Depending on the season, the final three nights of the tour are either in rural accommodation at the base of Mt. Etna, or two nights at a hill town on Mt. Etna and one final night in the city of Catania. Inquire for details on the currently scheduled tour.

Would you like to see some photos of this tour? Check out some great travel photography by Aaron Fink here and here.

To reserve your spot, e-mail Shannon@GrapeHops.com or call (805) 886-1551.