WALKING & HIKING
ITALY
DAYS 1–2 Start your hiking journey walking postcard-perfect paths in the coastline-hugging medieval village of Cefalù • Wander mazelike walkways between sunlit buildings artfully adorned with greenery • Hike mountain trails on La Rocca for sensational views • Take a dip in the Tyrrhenian Sea from our hotel’s private dock • Follow a trail from the charming hamlet of Castelbuono, known for its grand Arab- Norman castle • Immerse yourself in this slow-food paradise—dine on seafood and taste the island’s prized and peppery Nero d’Avola wine. » Le Calette - Premiere DAY 3 Catch your first glimpse of imposing Mount Etna, celebrated in literature from Homer to Goethe • Hike into the Alcantara River gorge, whose rich volcanic soil produces lush olive groves, hazelnut orchards and vineyards • At our Sicilian hideaway, unwind on your secluded terrace. » Villa Neri - Premiere DAYS 4–6 An unforgettable panorama is revealed as you hike Etna’s northern slopes from Piano Provenzana • Greco-Roman history, incredible cuisine and luxury accommodations await in hilltop Taormina, known as the Pearl of Sicily • Take in the breathtaking landscape from Castelmola, a quiet medieval town nestled among the mountaintops • Climb up to the remains of a historic castle for 360-degree views stretching across the water • Follow trails among marbled cliffs on Monte Venere • The sense of history is almost palpable on a visit to Taormina’s ancient Greek theater. » Mazzarò Sea Palace - Premiere Warmed by the Mediterranean sun, Sicily’s treasures flourish. In the landscape, food and wine. They’ve shaped the island’s history. They’ll dazzle you on this journey. Italian Enchantments from Palermo to Mount Etna SICILY
ROME
Tyrrhenian Sea
Palermo
Cefalu
Castelmola
Linguaglossa
Castelbuono
Piano Provenzana
Taormina
Mount Etna
SICILY
Catania
Ionian Sea
6 Days Activity Levels 1-4 Premiere Hotels $5,999 to $7,299 / person double occ. See web for date-specific pricing. Choose a Trip for • Couples, Friends & Solos shown here • Your Private Group o \ Search SIYW on backroads.com
“I’ve made more than 20 trips to Europe for business and vacation, and no other trip came close to being as easy and enjoyable as this one.” JOHN BURNELL • OLMSTED FALLS, OH
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