Elite Tours
ELITE JOURNEY · SOUTH WESTERN SICILY
July 2026
10 Days / 9 Nights
Maximum group size
8
Starting price
€9,950
Snapshot
Journey type
Elite (Small Group)
Group size
8
Dates
July 25, 2026
to
August 3, 2026
Start / End Location
Palermo Airport
Pace
Restorative, immersive, sea-balanced
Price per person
Double occupancy
€9,950
€10,750
Single occupancy
Deposit To Reserve:
€5,000
Per person deposit confirms your place and is fully refundable in the first 14 days. The remaining balance is due at your convenience, up to 60 days before departure.
EFFORTLESS LUXURY WITH AN INTIMATE SICILIAN EXPERIENCE
Join us for a refined journey through Sicily, where luxury feels natural and every day unfolds with ease. Expect sweeping landscapes, time-honored traditions, and exceptional food and wine all woven into an experience shaped by local connections and thoughtful curation by your concierge.
Limited group size. A deposit secures your place.
Why this journey?
Elite journeys are designed for travelers who value discretion, privileged access, and thoughtful pacing. Southern Sicily feels elemental - salt and wind, golden vineyards meeting open sea, ancient ruins glowing at sunset. This Elite experience is intentionally shaped around contrast: land and water, heritage and design, restoration and celebration.
You move through Sicily with private transfers seamlessly arranged, reservations quietly secured, and every transition handled effortlessly in the background. You’ll wake on private estates overlooking vineyards, cross to islands few travelers experience this way, and dine in places chosen not for spectacle, but for atmosphere, authenticity, and soul. Every element has been selected for its integrity: the right vineyard, the right island retreat, the right table overlooking the sea.
This journey blends elevated experiences with genuine connection. You meet producers we know personally. You experience Sicily through longstanding local relationships that open doors quietly and intentionally.
A dedicated concierge remains with the group throughout, adjusting details in real time so your experience stays fluid, supported, and unhurried.
Preview Your Journey
Day 1: Marsala Arrival
Upon arrival at Palermo Airport, your private driver will greet you and escort you to your hilltop wine estate, where sweeping vineyard views stretch toward the distant islands. After time to settle in and unwind, join us at golden hour for an elegant welcome dinner featuring the estate’s own wines - the perfect beginning to your Sicilian journey.
Day 2: Isola Lunga & Private Salt Experience
Cross to the salt island for a deeply restorative mineral spa immersion, where the landscape of shimmering white and sea air sets the tone for complete relaxation. As evening approaches, gather for a chef-led sunset dinner set among the mirrored salt flats. It’s an atmospheric, unforgettable dining experience rooted in place and quiet luxury.
Day 3: Erice, Vintage Fiat & Mozia
Discover the medieval beauty of Erice before descending by cable car toward the countryside, where a charming Fiat 500 experience awaits you. Later, enjoy a private boat crossing to the ancient island of Mozia, arriving just in time for a sunset aperitivo among evocative ruins.
Day 4: Favignana Escape
Enjoy a private boat transfer across crystalline waters to Favignana, where you’ll settle into a boutique island stay beautifully carved into natural limestone. As evening falls, savor an elegant seaside dining experience.
Day 5: Private Yacht Through the Egadi
Spend a full day aboard your private yacht exploring the luminous waters of Cala Rossa, Cala Azzurra, and Levanto’s hidden grottos, where dramatic limestone and electric-blue sea create a breathtaking backdrop. Between swims and coastal discoveries, enjoy a chef-prepared lunch served on board, an effortless blend of indulgence, privacy, and island beauty.
Day : Scopello Coastal Retreat
Transfer in comfort to your secluded cliffside hideaway overlooking the pristine Zingaro Reserve, where wild coastline and quiet luxury meet. As evening falls, enjoy an exclusive private culinary masterclass accompanied by expertly curated sommelier pairings.
Day 7: Zingaro by Sea
Set out on a private boat excursion along Sicily’s most protected and pristine coastline, where you’ll discover hidden coves and crystalline waters. In the evening, enjoy time in charming Castellammare del Golfo, with your concierge securing an exceptional dining reservation for a relaxed and elegant night by the sea.
Day 8: Ancient Segesta & Estate Wines
Enjoy a private guided visit to Segesta’s magnificent Doric temple and hilltop theatre, where ancient grandeur rises dramatically from the Sicilian landscape. Later, continue to a historic family estate for a refined afternoon tasting, experiencing the depth of local tradition through thoughtfully curated wines and regional specialties.
Day 9: A Farewell to Remember
Ease into a slow morning at leisure, allowing time to savor the rhythm of Sicily at your own pace. As evening approaches, gather for an elegant Gala Dinner hosted by Santi & Dara - a beautiful celebration of the journey you’ve shared and friendships you’ve made.
Day 10: Departure
Enjoy an unhurried breakfast, savoring your final moments of Sicilian coastal serenity. When the time comes, your private transfer will escort you comfortably to Palermo Airport for a seamless departure.
What's Included?
• 9 nights in curated 4- and 5-star boutique accommodations
• All ground transportation within Sicily
• Airport transfers within designated windows
• Private yacht day in the Egadi Islands
• Private boat excursions (Mozia, Zingaro, Favignana)
• Salt spa ritual on Isola Lunga
• Guided cultural visits with certified experts
• Estate wine tastings
• Private chef culinary masterclass & sommelier pairings
• Farewell Gala Dinner hosted by Santi & Dara
• Most meals throughout the journey
• All site entry fees
• Dedicated personal concierge throughout
• Curated Sicilian welcome gifts
Featured Stays
Throughout the journey, you’ll stay in a collection of hand-selected boutique properties, chosen for their comfort, character, and connection to place.
Baglio Oneto Wine Resort (or similar)
An 18th-century noble estate overlooking vineyards and sea. Terraces, historic architecture, and estate-grown wines.by vineyards
Cave Bianche – Favignana (or similar)
Carved into white limestone quarries, this eco-boutique property blends contemporary design with island serenity.
Baglio La Porta – San Vito Lo Capo (or similar)
An elegant coastal retreat set between turquoise waters and the Zingaro Reserve.
Each property is selected for quality, atmosphere, and warm Sicilian hospitality. Listed accommodations are representative and may be substituted with comparable properties of equal standard.
Featured Stays
Throughout the journey, you’ll stay in a collection of hand-selected boutique properties, chosen for their comfort, character, and connection to place.
Baglio Oneto Wine Resort (or similar)
An 18th-century noble estate overlooking vineyards and sea. Terraces, historic architecture, and estate-grown wines.by vineyards
Cave Bianche – Favignana (or similar)
Carved into white limestone quarries, this eco-boutique property blends contemporary design with island serenity.
Each property is selected for quality, atmosphere, and warm Sicilian hospitality. Listed accommodations are representative and may be substituted with comparable properties of equal standard.
Good To Know
July in Southern Sicily means long, luminous days — sea access and restorative pacing are intentionally built in.
Private yacht and boat days are weather-aligned for optimal conditions.
Several experiences take place within protected natural reserves and heritage estates with limited access.
Why Small Group Travel?
Traveling in a small group allows for a more relaxed pace, easier access to local places, and genuine connection — both with the destination and with fellow travelers.
It means quieter moments, shared tables, and the flexibility to adapt when something unexpected appears. For Sicily, this way of traveling makes all the difference.
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Ready To Join This Journey?
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Ready To Join This Family Journey?
To learn more about this tour and pricing for your family group, please send us a message and tell us about who will be travelling with you and their ages. We'll get back to you as soon as possible.
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