MULTI-ADVENTURE
Taormina
DAYS 1–2 Kick off your Sicilian adventure with a bike ride through a valley of cherry, almond and citrus orchards • Pedal on quiet winding country roads in the Val di Noto • Discover the baroque towns of Scicli and Ragusa • Ancient cave dwellings, known as chiafura , dot Scicli— learn more about their historical significance on a guided walking tour • Unwind at our one-of-a-kind hotel, a lovingly restored castle with a fascinating history and its very own archaeological site • Clink your glass of vino over a Mediterranean meal to the days ahead. » Eremo della Giubiliana - Premiere DAY 3 Ride into the countryside along rolling hills, passing Greek ruins and small towns on the way to Siracusa • Marvel at archaeological treasures • Lounge on the terrace of our hotel • Explore Ortigia, Siracusa’s mesmerizing historic center, on your way to dinner. » Minareto - Premiere DAYS 4–6 Kayak through a lush nature reserve along the Ciane River • Gaze out onto an unforgettable panorama over the Ionian Sea from our hotel’s pool • Climb up the picturesque northern slopes of Mount Etna, Europe’s highest active volcano • Follow wooded trails and trek across black lava on the lower flanks of this dramatic peak • The sense of history is almost palpable on a visit to Taormina’s ancient Greek theater • Raise a glass to an extraordinary week before a delectable Sicilian dinner. » Donna Carmela - Deluxe Catania’s vineyards to baroque Val di Noto towns. Volcanic Etna to timeless Siracusa. A land of legends, natural beauty, extraordinary history and celebrated flavors. Catania to Mount Etna—Italy’s Legendary Isle SICILY
ITALY
ROME
Mount Etna
Carruba
Catania
Sicily
Siracusa
Ortigia
Ragusa
Ionian Sea
Val di Noto
Scicli
6 Days Activity Levels 2-4 • Bike • Walk/Hike • Kayak Premiere & Deluxe $5,699 to $6,799 / person double occ. See web for date-specific pricing. Choose a Trip for
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