Authentic Sicily

Spend a day discovering the flavours, traditions and slower rhythms of the Hyblaean countryside.

We will begin with a visit to a traditional local dairy, where we will see how fresh cheese is made and take part in the process before enjoying a typical rural breakfast-style tasting with freshly made cheese and local products.

We will then continue to a local olive mill, surrounded by olive groves, to discover the characteristics that make Monti Iblei DOP extra virgin olive oil so distinctive. We will learn how the oil is produced, what to look for in a high-quality extra virgin olive oil and how to taste it properly, recognising its aromas and flavours.

For those who wish to extend the experience, a traditional lunch can also be arranged in a local masseria, surrounded by the landscape and flavours of rural Sicily.

Discover Scicli, one of the most charming Baroque towns of southeastern Sicily, set between rocky hills and winding streets filled with churches, palaces and panoramic viewpoints.

During the walking tour, we will explore its historic centre, uncovering the stories, architecture and everyday life that give Scicli its unique character.

We will then continue to Gli Aromi Farm, where the landscape, scents and flavours of the Hyblaean countryside take centre stage. Here, we will discover aromatic herbs and local plants, learn about their cultivation and uses, and enjoy a sensory experience surrounded by the colours and fragrances of the Mediterranean countryside.

A relaxed day combining Baroque heritage, nature and authentic rural traditions.

This experience is an invitation to rediscover the pleasure of slow living in the countryside around Noto, an area where a new generation of young farmers has chosen to return to the land and give new life to local traditions.

We will begin with a walking tour of Noto, exploring the heart of its Late Baroque historic centre, from Porta Reale to the Cathedral and Via Nicolaci, with its elegant palaces and spectacular balconies.

We will then leave the town behind and head into the countryside to visit a family-run almond farm, where the owners will welcome us into their world. Surrounded by orchards, farm animals and the peaceful rhythm of rural life, we will walk through the property and learn how to recognise different almond varieties and discover the many products made from them, including almond milk and traditional almond pudding.

The experience ends with a delicious homemade lunch, prepared and shared in a warm, authentic family atmosphere.

Discover Palazzolo Acreide, a small town with an extraordinary combination of archaeology, Baroque architecture and deeply rooted food traditions.

We will explore its historic centre, elegant palaces and monumental churches, including some of the finest examples of Sicilian Baroque, while discovering the traditions and personalities that have shaped this fascinating town.

Along the way, we will also step into traditional old-style shops and historic botteghe, places that still preserve the atmosphere and craftsmanship of another time.

The experience includes a tasting of some of the most representative flavours of the Hyblaean area, including scacce, local cheeses, traditional sausage and one of Palazzolo’s legendary desserts.

A relaxed experience combining history, architecture, local traditions and the authentic flavours of inland southeastern Sicily.

Discover Cava d’Ispica, one of the most fascinating archaeological and natural sites in southeastern Sicily, through a scenic trek combining history, landscape and local flavours.

We will walk along a natural trail surrounded by Mediterranean vegetation and limestone cliffs, discovering ancient rock-cut dwellings, prehistoric tombs and archaeological remains that tell the story of a place inhabited for thousands of years.

The route will lead us through some of the most evocative sections of the canyon, where nature and human history are deeply intertwined.

At the end of the walk, we will enjoy a relaxed aperitif with local products and wine, surrounded by the peaceful atmosphere of the countryside.

A perfect experience for those who want to combine trekking, archaeology and the authentic flavours of the Hyblaean area.

Follow in the footsteps of Inspector Montalbano through some of the most iconic locations featured in the beloved TV series.

The tour takes us to Scicli, with its elegant Baroque streets and the famous Town Hall used as the fictional police headquarters, then to Ragusa Ibla, whose dramatic stairways, churches and panoramic corners appear throughout the series.

We will then continue to Punta Secca, the seaside village home to Montalbano’s famous house, overlooking the beach and the Mediterranean.

Along the way, we will discover not only the filming locations, but also the real towns behind the screen: their architecture, landscapes, local stories and the atmosphere of southeastern Sicily that made the series so distinctive.

Discover the heart of Sicilian Late Baroque on a walking tour through Noto, from Porta Reale to Piazza della Fontana d’Ercole.

Along the way, we will uncover the stories of the city, its convents and some of the remarkable women who shaped its history. We will climb to a panoramic terrace to admire Noto’s famous “stone garden” from above, step inside the Cathedral to discover its fascinating dialogue between ancient heritage and contemporary restoration, and stroll along Via Nicolaci, home to some of the most spectacular Baroque balconies in Sicily and famous for the Infiorata, the flower festival that transforms the street into a spectacular carpet of blooms.

After the visit, we will continue to Marzamemi, a charming seaside village with a long fishing tradition. Here, there will be time for lunch before exploring the old borgo, with its small piazza, former fishermen’s houses and historic tuna-fishing heritage.

On request and subject to availability, the experience can also include a boat tour of the bay.