Sicily: See & Do the Classic Route in 7 Days, 1st Class Tour

About this tour

This seven-day Sicilian journey covers the island's essential highlights without skimping on comfort. You'll learn to cook regional dishes, explore three southern coastal towns, swim off dramatic limestone cliffs, trek Mount Etna's slopes, and stand among Greek temples that have endured millennia. A private vehicle and English-speaking driver handle all logistics—accommodation, meals, entry fees and activities included—leaving you free to absorb the landscape, archaeology and food culture.

Highlights

• Hands-on cooking class at a family-run restaurant
• Three picturesque coastal towns across southern Sicily
• Cliff-side swimming in crystalline Mediterranean waters
• Volcano hiking on Mount Etna's volcanic terrain
• Ancient Greek temples and archaeological sites
• Daily breakfast and dinner included throughout
• Private vehicle and dedicated English-speaking driver

What to expect

Seven days of structured exploration paired with genuine downtime. Mornings might involve a cooking session where you'll prepare and eat lunch, or a drive to a hilltop village for wandering and café time. Afternoons lean toward hiking (Etna's slopes, coastal paths) or swimming—bring a towel. Evenings centre on dinner, often with views. The pace mixes activity with breathing room; you're not racing between sights. Accommodation is comfortable mid-range; transport is seamless. You'll need reasonable fitness for volcanic slopes and coastal walks, but nothing extreme.

Good to know

All ground costs covered except alcohol and visa fees. Airfare not included unless you hold VIP membership. Public transport alternatives exist locally if you want to wander independently. Moderate fitness required for hiking days. Breakfast and dinner provided daily.