Hosted by
PRISCILLA
Dates
May 17-26, 2027
Maximum Group Size
14 guests
Western Sicily rewards travelers who are willing to stay a little longer. Its stories unfold through salt pans, vineyards, archaeological landscapes, working towns, and kitchens where tradition remains part of daily life.
The moments that stay with you...
Watch the sun settle over the Marsala salt pans before crossing the lagoon by boat.
Meet winemakers and share a family-style dinner in the cellar.
Experience a working caseificio, then cook with Priscilla after a slow afternoon at the resort.
Walk through Selinunte, where ancient temples meet an open Mediterranean landscape.
Discover Palermo through its markets and street food, with time to explore the city independently.
Your hosts
As Gems of Sicily’s Tour Director, Priscilla travels with the group throughout the journey. Her expertise in Sicilian food, wine and culture brings context, calm and care to each day. Santi and Dara join the group for selected experiences, giving every guest time to meet them and share part of the journey together.
Select Your Room Type
Please select Single or Double Occupancy
Reserve your spot now by paying a deposit - the balance is due 60 days before your journey starts
What Happens Next
Once your reservation is confirmed, a member of our team will be in touch to guide you through the next steps and answer any questions you may have.
Journey Overview
MARSALA
Wine, salt, Mozia, historic streets, local producers, and dinners that connect the region to the table.
SELINUNTE & THE SOUTHWEST
Farm life, cheesemaking, a restorative resort stay, Mazara del Vallo, and one of Sicily’s great archaeological landscapes.
PALERMO
Seaside traditions, markets, street food, history, free time, and a celebratory final dinner.
What's Included
✔ Carefully selected hotels and countryside properties chosen for comfort, location, atmosphere, and warm Sicilian hospitality.
✔ Private transportation and airport transfers for effortless movement between destinations
✔ Thoughtfully planned meals, allowing you to simply relax and savor each bite (Select meals are intentionally left open for your own discovery and personal dining experiences)
✔ A collection of elevated and immersive, hand-selected experiences curated exclusively for your journey
✔ All site entries and activity fees
✔ Private local guides who bring depth and meaning to every place you visit
✔ Visits to vibrant local markets and immersive culinary moments
✔ Marsala salt pans, windmills, and private boat experience
✔ Guided visit to an archaeological park
✔ Historic town explorations and guided cultural tours
✔ Artisan cheese-making experience with tasting
✔ Winery visits with cellar tastings and intimate dinners with local winemakers
✔ Charming village visit and cultural immersion in the Sicilian mountains
✔ Farm-to-table countryside lunch experiences
What's Not
Airfare to and from Sicily
Gratuities, offered at your discretion
Personal expenses and individual purchases
Four meals left open for your own discovery, giving you the freedom to explore and dine as you choose
Sample Itinerary
Over ten days, the journey unfolds from Marsala’s wine country and salt landscapes through the ancient southwest, ending amid the markets, history, and lively streets of Palermo.
Day 1
Arrival in Marsala
Marsala offers a beautiful first impression: cellar doors, late-afternoon light, and the scent of wine in the air. A sunset tasting leads naturally into the welcome dinner and the beginning of the journey.
Day 2
Salt, Mozia & Winemakers
The horizon opens across the salt pans before a boat carries you over the lagoon to Mozia. Evening is spent at the table with a winemaking family, where hospitality and history arrive in equal measure.
Day 3
Marsala’s Wine Story
Marsala’s celebrated wine is placed in context through its cellars and historic streets. The day closes simply and happily, over pizza shared together.
Day 4
From Farm to Countryside
A long table in the hert of the countryside, brought to life through food grown at the villa. Afterwards, the journey continues to a peaceful new stay, with the evening left deliberately slow.
Day 5
Cheesemaking & Cooking
Tradition is still very much at work inside a local caseificio. Back at the resort, the afternoon opens into rest before Priscilla gathers everyone in the kitchen for an intimate cooking experience.
Day 6
Mazara del Vallo & Selinunte
Mazara del Vallo tells a story of cultures meeting at the edge of the Mediterranean. From there, Selinunte’s temples rise against sea and sky, illuminated by the knowledge of an expert guide.
Day 7
Toward Palermo
Lunch beside the water provides a graceful farewell to the southwest. By evening, Palermo’s energy takes over, beginning with dinner at a much-loved neighbourhood trattoria.
Day 8
Markets, Street Food & History
Palermo is best understood through appetite: market stalls, street food, conversation, and the histories layered into every quarter. The evening is yours to follow wherever the city leads.
Day 9
Palermo at Leisure
The final day is intentionally unhurried, perhaps the beach, a little shopping, or one last independent wander, before a celebratory dinner brings everyone back together.
Day 10
Departure
One last breakfast together, followed by farewells and your private departure transfer.
Is this journey right for you?
Travelers drawn to wine, food traditions, ancient landscapes, and city life, shared at a thoughtful pace with time to rest and explore.
Good To Know
PHYSICAL EXPECTATIONS
Expect regular walking through historic towns and cultural sites, often on uneven stone streets, with stairs and periods of standing. Some days include boats, rural properties, or archaeological areas.
DIETARY RESTRICTIONS
Sicily’s cuisine is diverse and naturally accommodates various dietary requirements. Should you have specific needs, we are happy to accommodate you. Upon booking you will be prompted to inform us in advance regarding any dietary restrictions and food allergies.
WHAT TO PACK
When packing for your trip to Sicily, consider the time of year and expected weather, which can be temperate and unpredictable. Dress for comfort with versatile layers and lightweight cotton for daytime and a sweater or jacket for cooler evenings or higher elevations. A detailed packing list will be provided upon booking.
The Benefits of 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.
What Guests Say...
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Booking & Payment
Secure your place on this journey with a deposit. It is fully refundable within the first 14 days. The remaining balance is due in two parts,120 and 60 days prior to departure.
Select Your Room Type
Please select Single or Double Occupancy
What Happens Next
Once your reservation is confirmed, a member of our team will be in touch to guide you through the next steps and answer any questions you may have.
Booking & Payment
Secure your place on the journey with a deposit.
The remaining balance is due 60 days prior to departure.
What Happens Next
Once your reservation is confirmed, a member of our team will be in touch to guide you through the next steps and answer any questions you may have.
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