"Ancient Wonders & Wellness

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DAY 1: Welcome to Italy! Sicily

Arrive at Catania Airport and privately transfer to the Syracuse region at Minareto Resort.

Upon arrival, check into your room or apartment and enjoy your time relaxing by the pool or on the beach. A welcome dinner at the Minareto Resort will offer a wide selection of typical dishes representing Sicilian traditions.

In the kitchen, the chef will use only ingredients with a short supply chain, strictly in season, adapting the proposals to the rhythm of nature and accompanying them with a selection of wines from the region, enhancing each dish with the right combination.

Meals: Dinner

Overnight: Minareto Resort 5*, Syracuse 

Kickstart your morning with a wellness activity and enjoy a leisurely breakfast. 

Later, meet up with your English-speaking guide to set off on an exciting 5-hour adventure in Syracuse! We'll kick things off by exploring the most significant archaeological site in all of Sicily. Afterward, we'll explore the historic core of the city, which happens to be located on an island. 

During this part of our journey, we'll hop on board small private boats to admire the bay of Ortigia and drink a glass of Italian prosecco. Our tour will wrap up near the city market, where we'll dive into the world of delicious street food and taste-test Sicilian dishes right in the midst of all the market action. 

Once the tour concludes, you can enjoy free time for the rest of the evening.

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

Overnight: Minareto Resort

Start your day with a morning wellness activity, followed by a relaxed breakfast at the resort.

Later in the morning, meet up with your English-speaking driver and head to the Pupillo Winery. Established in 1908, this winery is located in a valley once known as the Feudo della Targia. It's famous for the Friederich Castle and its fertile soil. For more than two decades, Nino Pupillo has been working to restore the vineyards of Moscato di Siracusa, a long-lost wine from this region.

In front of the castle, you'll find a spacious courtyard that offers a great view of the old building and the natural beauty of the area.

The Pupillo Winery provides wine lovers with a unique experience that combines wine, history, and nature. The guided tour of the Solacium Castle includes a visit to the Baglio delle Torri, the intimate Baglio dei Ricordi, the ancient Palmento, and the Historic Garden. Finally, you can enjoy a wine tasting in the historic winery buildings, paired with traditional dishes, offering a taste of the Mediterranean.

Return to your accommodation after the wine tasting to enjoy your night at leisure.

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

Overnight: Minareto Resort 5*

DAY 04:  Mount Etna and Taormina

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast.

Today we will set off on a long, full-day excursion to explore Europe's largest active volcano: Mount Etna and Sicily's most famous tourist resort: Taormina, which is also linked to the award-winning TV-SHOW ‘The White Lotus’

The visit to Etna will take us to discover the volcano on the northern side , the least touristy and also the greenest, as it is covered by thick pine forests. The excursion will include a scenic walk as you learn more about the volcano.  

After Mount Etna, you will continue for about an hour's drive to Taormina. Here guests will be free to arrange their own lunch at one of the many establishments on the pedestrian walkway.

The medieval town perched on a hill overlooking the sea is the quintessential Dolce Vita. With its many stores, ice cream parlors, bars, and of course its monuments, of which you will not miss a visit to the very famous Roman Greek amphitheater.

Return to the hotel for the remainder of the evening at leisure.

Meals: Breakfast

Overnight: Minareto Resort 5*

DAY 05: Cooking Class and Noto Discovery

Enjoy an early morning wellness activity and a buffet breakfast at the Resort.

Later in the morning, transfer to a farm for a Sicilian cooking class 
If you're looking for a unique and memorable way to experience Sicilian cuisine, then a cooking class at La Corte del Sole is the perfect activity for you. This charming farm, located in the heart of the Baroque town of Noto, offers cooking classes led by two experienced chefs, Rosario Vaccarisi and Lorenzo Insolia

The classes take place in the morning, from 9:30am to 12:30pm, and they include all of the ingredients you'll need to prepare a delicious Sicilian meal. You'll learn how to make traditional dishes like pasta alla Norma, arancini, and cannoli, and you'll even get to taste your creations at the end of the class.

After lunch, drive to Noto and visit the town known as the "stone garden" and the "capital of Sicilian Baroque." It's a UNESCO World Heritage Site with great artistic and historical heritage.

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

Overnight: Minareto Resort 5*

DAY 06:  Day at Leisure

Start your day with a wellness activity and savor a buffet breakfast at the hotel. Continue your ideal day by unwinding at the private beach for some relaxation or book a supplemental optional spa day on property.

As the day draws to a close, we'll take you to a local restaurant to celebrate the end of this magical wellness retreat. 

Meals: Breakfast and Dinner

Overnight: Minareto Resort 5*    

DAY 07:  Arrivederci!

Enjoy a buffet breakfast in the hotel before checking out. Private transfer to Catania Airport for your return trip home.

Meals: Breakfast