Day 1 – 🛏️ Palermo Hotel**** / Meet & Greet 🤝

Welcome to Palermo! Meet your guide and get ready for a journey through the flavors, history, and traditions of Western Sicily. A first taste of what awaits you.

Day 2 – 🛏️ Palermo Hotel**** / Street Food Day 🥪

We kick off with an art pill: the church ranked by The Daily Telegraph among the 23 most beautiful in the world. Feed your eyes with Arab-Norman splendor before feeding your belly with Sicily’s legendary street food!
Your guide will walk you through Palermo’s bustling markets and hidden alleys to sample iconic bites. From authentic arancini made with a thousand-year-old recipe to bold street snacks you’d never discover on your own—get ready to stretch your stomach and challenge your palate!
Afterwards, meet Palermo’s patron saint, Santa Rosalia: step inside her sacred cave and sip a rare herbal liqueur made from the plants of Mount Pellegrino.

Day 3 – 🛏️ Mazara del Vallo B&B / Meat & Cheese Day 🧀

No ordinary breakfast: today is all about the Cannoli Breakfast in Piana degli Albanesi, Sicily’s undisputed “cradle of cannoli.” Learn the secrets of this iconic pastry before indulging in the best you’ll ever taste.
The journey continues with a country escape at Stefano’s organic wine estate: sip his wines, taste the unique DOP cheese Vastedda del Belìce, and enjoy a Sicilian barbecue in the peaceful hills—a dream come true!
In the afternoon, step back in time at Selinunte, the most fascinating Greek archaeological site in Sicily, where ancient temples rise dramatically above the sea.
The day ends in Mazara del Vallo with a B&B check-in and a dinner of Western Sicilian specialties.

Day 4 – 🛏️ Mazara del Vallo B&B / Fish Day 🐟

Time to sail! Wake up early, board a boat, and cruise along Sicily’s turquoise coast. Swim in the crystalline waters of Cala Spaghetti, sip crisp Sicilian white wine, and—if luck strikes—grill the fish you just caught!
This is also your chance to taste the world-famous Mazara red shrimp—raw, as Sicilians love it.
Back on land, explore the Arabic Kasbah of Mazara del Vallo, a maze of alleys filled with history, multicultural vibes, and sweet surprises. The day ends with a true local tradition: Sicilian couscous, prepared in three different styles.

Day 5 – 🛏️ Trapani Agriturismo*** / Marsala Day 🍷

Yes, Marsala is the name of Sicily’s most famous wine—but don’t call it “sweet” in front of local producers! You’ll soon find out why.
The day begins in the enchanting lagoon of Mozia, the ancient Phoenician stronghold. Walk among archaeological treasures, admire the celebrated statue of The Youth of Mozia, and taste wines born from vines that survive the island’s fierce winds.
Later, enter century-old Marsala cellars and see Italy’s largest wine barrel, once showcased at the 1915 San Francisco Expo.
The grand finale? A magical dinner in the medieval village of Erice, with breathtaking views over the coast.

Day 6 – 🛏️ Trapani Agriturismo*** / Cook & Chill 🧑‍🍳

Slow down and recharge at a charming agriturismo. Swim in the pool, book a massage, or simply enjoy the countryside views. But first: roll up your sleeves for a Busiate pasta class, learning to make Trapani’s signature pasta straight from your hosts.
In the afternoon, explore Trapani’s historic center or relax at the beach. The evening brings a boutique wine tastingfeaturing innovative Grillo-based whites paired with rustic countryside flavors: pane cunzato, tomatoes, and seasonal veggie dishes.

Day 7 – 🛏️ Palermo Hotel**** / Farewell Arancini Feast 🥂

On the way back to Palermo, stop at the Casa Memoria Peppino Impastato, the home of the young journalist murdered by the Mafia in 1978—today a moving memorial and symbol of courage.
After a coffee and sweet break, enjoy free time in Palermo before the grand farewell dinner: an arancini cooking show at Marco’s home, paired with Sicilian sparkling wine—a perfect toast to a week of flavors, culture, and new friendships.