Where time floats:
The Aeolian Islands with a tour of classic Sicily
A journey to be experienced slowly between islands of fire and sea, where time expands and every experience becomes an encounter. You'll walk along volcanic trails, sail with the wind, share daily gestures and local flavors, immersing yourself in the authentic life of the Aeolian Islands, amidst powerful nature, living traditions, and lasting silences.
Day 1
Arrival: the first emotions are never forgotten...
Arrival at Catania airport, welcome and transfer to the 4* hotel.
The afternoon and evening are dedicated to a free stroll through Catania's historic center, allowing you to begin to experience the spirit of eastern Sicily. Among the cobbled streets and baroque buildings, you'll encounter the Piazza del Duomo with the Cathedral of Sant'Agata and the famous Elephant Fountain, the lively and colorful La Pescheria market, and the local shopping streets. Strolling through Palazzo Biscari, Via Etnea, and Villa Bellini, you'll enjoy the aromas of the cafes and historic pastry shops, immersing yourself in the city's vibrant and authentic atmosphere. Enjoy a traditional dinner at a local restaurant or hotel. Overnight stay.
Day 2
Taormina and Capo d'Orlando: A history of volcanoes, flavors, and the sea.
Breakfast at your hotel in Catania and departure for Taormina, a splendid city suspended between sky and sea, with Mount Etna dominating the horizon. The morning is dedicated to a guided tour of the historic center, through medieval alleys, picturesque squares, and breathtaking panoramic views. The Ancient Theater, the city's symbol, offers a unique view of Mount Etna and the sea: walking its steps means feeling the history intertwined with the natural landscape. The experience becomes even more immersive with a hands-on Sicilian cooking workshop, where you'll learn to prepare arancini, handmade pasta, and other typical dishes, discovering techniques, secrets, and local traditions. A fun, sensorial, and participatory experience that transforms Sicilian culture into a tangible experience. Lunch at the same restaurant to sample Sicilian specialties prepared in advance. In the afternoon, departure for Capo d'Orlando, check-in at a 4-star hotel, and free time to stroll along the seafront or relax before dinner. Dinner at a local restaurant or at the hotel, and overnight stay.
Day 3
Lipari, the island that welcomes
Island life, history and the sea
Lipari is your first encounter with the Aeolian world. Strolling through its historic center means immersing yourself in the island's daily life: shops, squares, small bars, and the ever-bustling port.
The day alternates free time, swimming on pumice beaches, snorkeling in crystal-clear waters, and an optional boat excursion along the coast, among sea caves and white cliffs.
Lipari is the island of balance: perfect for settling in, observing, and starting to slow down.
Overnight stay on board the catamaran or in a hotel.
Day 4
Salina, nature and silence
The green island of the Aeolian Islands
Salina is the greenest and most intimate island in the archipelago. Here, the experience becomes slower and more profound.
The day is dedicated to scenic hikes through vineyards and nature trails, overlooking the sea, with views encompassing all of the Aeolian Islands. Walking on Salina means listening to the wind, the scents of the Mediterranean scrub, and the silence.
Opportunity to sample local wines, swim on natural beaches, and relax in small coastal villages.
An island that invites contemplation and authentic contact with nature.
Overnight stay on board the catamaran or in a hotel.
Day 5
Vulcano, the breathing earth
Energy, fire and natural well-being
Vulcano is the island of the primordial elements.
The day is dedicated to trekking to the crater, an intense yet accessible experience that offers spectacular views of the archipelago and the sensation of walking on living earth.
After the excursion, time to relax: sea, black beaches, natural mud (if available) and regenerating baths.
Vulcano is an island that you can feel under your feet and inside your body, a physical and sensorial experience.
Overnight stay on board the catamaran or in a hotel.
Day 6
Panarea, sea and lightness
Coves, caves and navigation
Panarea is experienced from the sea.
The day is dedicated to a boat excursion, sailing among islets, hidden coves, and sea caves. Stops for swimming in the clear water, snorkeling, and relaxing on board.
Panarea is an island of light, color, and natural elegance, to be experienced slowly, lulled by the sea. Return at sunset, when the sea takes on a vibrant color and the atmosphere becomes suspended.
Overnight stay on board the catamaran or in a hotel.
Day 7
Stromboli, the night of fire
The Sciara del Fuoco
Stromboli is the most emotional experience of the trip.
During the day, there's time to stroll through the village, relax on the beach, or observe the volcano that shapes life on the island.
In the evening, take a boat trip to admire the Sciara del Fuoco: from the sea, you can observe the eruptions of the active volcano, a powerful and unforgettable natural spectacle.
The darkness, the silence, and the fire illuminating the night make this one of the most intense moments of the entire journey. Overnight stay aboard the catamaran or in a hotel.
Day 8
Return to the coast of Capo d'Orlando:
Slow down, breathe, let go
After returning from the Aeolian Islands, transfer and accommodation in a 4* hotel in Capo d'Orlando.
This day is intended as a moment of decompression after the intense experiences of the archipelago: time to slow down, rest, and reconnect with the mainland.
The morning and afternoon are dedicated to relaxing on the beach, taking regenerating swims and a walk along the seafront, observing the daily life of the Sicilian coast and letting the emotions experienced in the previous days settle.
Free lunch to choose your own local restaurants and flavors.
In the evening, return to the hotel, convivial dinner and overnight stay.
Day 9
Palermo, a living city
Harmonious chaos, history and everyday life
Breakfast at the hotel, check out, and depart for Palermo, an intense, multifaceted, and profoundly vibrant city.
The morning is dedicated to a guided tour of the historic center, entering the authentic heart of the Sicilian capital. The tour passes Palermo Cathedral, a symbol of the city's many souls; the Quattro Canti, a meeting point between history and daily life; and the historic markets—Ballarò, Vucciria, and Capo—places where Palermo tells its story through voices, colors, scents, and flavors.
Walking through the markets means experiencing the city from below, observing ancient gestures, listening to stories, and feeling the true rhythm of Palermo life.
Free lunch, ideal for sampling local street food or choosing your own from the city's many options.
The afternoon is free to explore Palermo at your own pace: visit museums, artisan workshops, historic cafés, or simply wander aimlessly.
In the evening, accommodation in a 4* hotel, dinner and overnight stay.
Day 10
Goodbye Sicily
The end of an experience, not a memory
The end of the journey, what remains
Breakfast at the hotel, check-out, and transfer to Palermo airport.
Completion of boarding and return formalities.
The tour ends, but the experiences remain: the cities we passed through, the silence of the Nebrodi Mountains, the Aeolian sea, the encounters, the flavors, and the slow time spent together.
A journey that was not just one of discovery, but an authentic experience of Sicily.
End of the tour.