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Serenity and Adventure in Western Sicily
September 27-October 3, 2026
with Melina Meza & Baxter Bell
SICILY – AN ISLAND WHERE TRANQUILITY INTERTWINES WITH HISTORY AND ADVENTURE, OFFERING A BLEND OF ITALY’S FINEST.
This itinerary is centered in western Sicily, boasting a continuous coastline adorned with sandy beaches, diverse landscapes, access to historic treasures, and opportunities for exhilarating outdoor activities with breathtaking vistas. Your accommodation for this journey is the Almar Giardino di Costanza Resort & Spa, nestled amidst lush olive trees, vineyards, and tropical flora. This single-hotel retreat offers the ideal balance of cultural immersion, relaxation, and wellness. Delve into the island’s natural marvels, relish in locally sourced cuisine, and enjoy the comfort of your lavish accommodations.
ITINERARY, DAYS 1-4
Day 1 (Sunday): Welcome to Sicily! Upon arrival at Palermo Airport, your guide will be waiting to welcome you and take you to your transfer to the hotel. After checking in, enjoy some relaxation and soak in the breathtaking vistas around the hotel. Later in the evening, come together with the group for a delightful welcome dinner.
Day 2 (Monday): Kickstart your day with yoga and a hearty breakfast, lesisure morning followed by a Sicilian cooking class.
Day 3 (Tuesday): Kickstart your day with yoga and hearty breakfast. Embark on a guided e-bike ride tour to the Gorgo Tondo Natural Reserve. En route to the reserve, you’ll pass through Kasbah Mazara Del Vallo, an ancient Arab city dating back to the medieval period of Arab rule in Sicily.
Day 4 (Wednesdsay): Yoga and breakfast, the entire day is yours to explore the property at your leisure. Alternatively, venture out to discover the captivating beauty of Sicily. The town of Mazara del Vallo, closest to your hotel, beckons with opportunities to wander through charming local shops, unwind with a day at the hotel’s private beach, or explore its scenic wonders through invigorating hikes.
ITINERARY, DAYS 5-8
Day 5 (Thursday): Today begins yoga followed by breakfast. Afterward, embark on a journey to the Valley of the Temples, an archaeological marvel near Agrigento, renowned for its remarkable examples of Greater Greece art and architecture, designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
For lunch, indulge in a picturesque picnic at the gardens of Diodorus, where stunning views complement a delectable Italian spread.
Day 6 (Friday): Begin your day with yoga and breakfast. Today’s adventure takes you through diverse landscapes as you explore Zingaro, a captivating nature reserve nestled along the northwest coast. The evening you will meet the group for a final farewell dinner!
Day 7 (Saturday): Today we’ll have our last wellness practice before leaving Sicily. Have breakfast at the hotel and some time to relax before your transfer to the airport.
INCLUDED
6 Breakfasts
4 Lunches
2 Dinners
Activities:
• Daily Yoga Classes
• Local Cooking Class
• Valley of the Temples Tour
• Picnic at Diodoros
• Hike at Zingaro Natural Reserve
• E-Bike Ride to Gorghi Tondi Natural Reserve
Other Services:
• One round-trip group airport transfer in an air-conditioned vehicle
• Transportation throughout the program in an air-conditioned vehicle
• Transfers and tours with an English-speaking guide
• Entrance fees, road tolls, VAT
NOT INCLUDED
•Tips for porters, guide and driver- the value of the tip is up to the client
•All other services not mentioned as included
•Personal expenses
•International airfare throughout the program
•Hotel early check-in and late check-out
•Local municipality taxes according to hotel category
•Drinks or personal expenses or entrance fees for any extra sightseeing or optional activities
Italian
•Lodging Tourist Tax
PRICING & REGISTRATION
Additional Details
DOUBLE OCCUPANCY INFO
Please have a buddy in mind for Double Occupancy.
MINIMUM / MAXIMUM PARTICIPANTS
30 person max
BALANCE PAYMENTS DUE DATES
Deposit amount of $500 per person is due no later than March 27, 2026
Final payment is due no later than June 27, 2026
PAYMENT PLANS
N/A