About The Tour
This Italy tour, Savour Sicily departs from Palermo on a personally escorted high-end boutique travel and food tour of Sicily with Australian Chef Dominique Rizzo and passionate local chefs and guides. Travel through the major cities in Sicily on a gastronomic journey showcasing the most wonderful food. As well, take in the region’s rich history and culture You will find this 13 day, 12-night tour truly a “Sicilian Tour for the Senses.”
We begin our Italy tour in Sicily’s capital, Palermo where we spend 3 days taking in all this beautiful city has to offer, from its amazing cuisine to mountain vistas and wonderful history. In Palermo, we treat you to a one-day cooking class held in an authentic kitchen and many opportunities to enjoy the local cuisine. From here we head west, traveling in comfort to the best Sicilian food destinations and authentic cultural and culinary experiences. All the while, staying in bespoke 4 and 5-star accommodation.
Tour Highlights
- Take a guided tour to the ancient ruins of Siracusa with a cultural visit to the Neapolis Archaeological Park. This is most noteworthy as one of the most marvelous archaeological sites in existence in Sicily.
- Head to Dominique’s favourite pasticceria. Sample a traditional handmade “dolce” a recipe handed down for generations.
- Wake up in beautiful, historical and inner-city 4 and 5 star accommodation.
- Wander the cobblestone streets for a spot of shopping. Practice your photography or rather, just lose yourself in the 14th Century Baroque architecture.
- Take in the breathtaking views of coast and mountains.
- Learn to cook authentic Sicilian food.
- Most of all, sample mouth-watering menus. From wine tastings, explore street food to full degustations, alfresco lunches, banquets and more.
Why Book This Tour
This tour is ideal if you only have a limited holiday schedule. Or rather, if you are wanting to experience a part of Sicily that highlights this region. In addition, it is perfect to tack onto your existing holiday plans.
We offer a relaxed planned itinerary as part of this tour. Therefore, if you like to have all the logistics taken care of to allow for flexibility and spontaneity this tour is for you. Whether you are a seasoned traveller or rather, this is your first time overseas, you are welcome. This Italy tour is perfect for singles or for couples, that is anyone who enjoys meeting new people and enjoys new experiences and a love of good food and wine. This Italy tour is a bespoke personally escorted tour for 12 – 14 people.