Jump headfirst into the wonders of Sicily on this eight-day Solo-ish adventure from Catania to Palermo. They say the best way to understand a culture — and bond with your new travel besties — is through food, so get ready to dive in with a market tour and hands-on cooking class. Wander through vibrant market stalls, breathe in the aroma of local delicacies, and savour every bite of Sicily’s famous cuisine. Then, stand in awe beneath the towering Mt. Etna, exploring its volcanic landscapes and lush flora. From one breathtaking coast to the other, you’ll leave with a full camera roll, a happy stomach, and a group of lifelong friends!
Travel Style
Solo-ish Adventures
Service Level
Standard
Physical Grading
2 - Light
What's Included
Your G for Good Moment: Migrantour Catania, Catania
Dinner Party: Catania Cooking Class, Catania
Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
We Day: Highlights and Flavours of Catania, Catania
G Day: Sicily in all of its Glory, Catania
Me Day: Agrigento Me Day, Agrigento. Catania orientation walk and market visit. Aperitivo experience. Walk at Mount Etna to see the Crateri Silvestri. Visit Taormina and the ancient amphitheatre. Syracuse visit. Agrigento orientation walk. Palermo orientation walk. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.
What are the main highlights of this trip?
Dive deep into Sicily's delectable cuisine with a hands-on cooking class, Walk to Crateri Silvestri — a striking volcanic crater formed by the 1892 eruption, Explore the ancient theatre of Taormina — a breathtaking relic of classical architecture, Wander the historic streets of Syracuse and Palermo with your CEO leading the way
How large will the group be?
Max 16, Avg 12.
What meals are included in this trip?
7 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 1 dinner
What are the modes of transportation on my trip?
Private vehicle, taxi, train, walking.
Is there an extra cost for travelling solo?
We believe single travellers should not have to pay more to travel so our group trips are designed for shared accommodation and do not involve a single supplement. Single travellers joining group trips are paired in twin or multi-share accommodation with someone of the same sex for the duration of the trip. Some of our Independent trips are designed differently and single travellers on these itineraries must pay the single trip price.
Where will we stay during the trip?
Hotels (7 nts). If you are interested in purchasing your own room, please see below for the My Own Room option.
Itinerary
Dinner Party: Catania
Welcome to Catania. Meet your included arrival transfer at the airport, then join your CEO and fellow travellers for a welcome meeting before being immersed in the local gastronomy with a cooking class and dinner. Dive head first into Sicily with delicious flavours and new friends. Catania is located at the foot of Mt. Etna, an ancient port city boasting a central square, Piazza del Duomo, and La Pescheria, a rowdy weekday fish market. If you have extra time, we recommend taking extra time to enjoy everything this city has to offer.
We Day: Catania
Today is all about exploration, local flavours and the community. Set out into Catania this morning with a CEO-led orientation walk and local market tour. Check out the city's highlights before joining a local guide who'll explain life as a migrant in this beautiful city. Finish off with an aperitivo, a cultural ritual to open the stomach before dining. An Aperitivo usually consists of light snacks and drinks drinks, and typically takes place in the early evening in hopes of stimulating appetite for dinner.
G Day: Crateri Silvestri and Taormina
Time to experience what G does best and become immersed in Sicily's culture and history with a surprise G twist occurring somewhere along the way. Head out on a drive to the imposing Mount Etna for a walk through Crateri Silvestri where you can see a group of craters formed from the last eruption as well as incredible views of the coastline. Continue to Taormina and explore the ancient amphitheatre before a bit of free time for lunch. Later, continue to the beautiful village of Castelmola for a walking exploration before returning to Catania.
Catania/Agrigento
Wave a bittersweet goodbye to Catania this morning and hop on the bus for the drive to Syracuse. Get your bearings on an orientation walk and enjoy free time to explore this historic and beautiful city. Continue to Agrigento and set off to explore the city centre with your CEO. Learn about the city's rich history and culture, and spend the remainder of the evening at leisure.
Me Day: Agrigento
After four days of exploration with your fellow solo-ish travellers, today is yours. Choose to accompany your CEO to a local beach, exploring the protected coastal area and unspoilt beaches, perhaps take an excursion to the Valley of the Temples or just explore and relax on your own. Agrigento really does have it all and there's no better time than today to set off and discover it for yourself.
Agrigento/Palermo
Climb aboard a local train and watch the Sicilian scenery drift by as you travel to Palermo. Check in to your hotel and enjoy lunch on your own before setting off with your CEO on an orientation walk of the city. Spend the evening however you wish with free time. Palermo is known for Romanesque, Gothic, Baroque, and Art Nouveau churches, palaces, and buildings. There's the opera house, vibrant food markets, and shopping areas if you're interested in picking up some souvenirs.
Palermo
Enjoy a free day to take advantage of everything that Palermo has to offer. Explore some of the city's monuments, take an excursion to Mondello Beach or set off on a walking food tour to sample some of the delicious local flavours of the street food scene. Re-group in the evening for an optional final dinner out with the group.
Palermo
You arrived a solo traveller and are leaving with many new friends. Say goodbye to your fellow Solo-ish travellers and depart at any time.
Is travel insurance required for my trip?
Travel Insurance: Travel insurance is compulsory in order to participate on any of our trips. When travelling on a group trip, you will not be permitted to join the group until evidence of travel insurance has been sighted by your CEO, who will take note of your insurance details. When selecting a travel insurance policy please bear in mind that all clients must have medical coverage and that we require a minimum coverage of USD 200,000 for repatriation and emergency rescue. We strongly recommend that the policy also covers personal liability, cancellation, curtailment and loss of luggage and personal effects. If you have credit card insurance we require proof of purchase of the trip (a receipt of credit card statement) with a credit card in your name. Contact your bank for details of their participating insurer, the level of coverage and emergency contact telephone number.
Terms, conditions and restrictions apply; pricing, availability, and other details subject to change and/ or apply to US or Canadian residents. Please confirm details and booking information with your travel advisor.
