May 21, 2019

THE UNEXPECTED SICILY IN A WEEK-END

Written By Elena Doria

Bathed in Mediterranean sunshine and surrounded by its azure waters, Sicily is so much more than an island off the south-western tip of Italy. Marked by thousands of years of history and with remarkable geography, Sicily is a gem to be explored.
Four days of active adventure in Agrigento area.

What’s included ?

• 3 nights in a lovely family run B&B accommodation in the centre of
  Agrigento. Breakfast included.
• 2 daily local experiences with expert local guides.

DAY 1  – WELCOME TO AGRIGENTO | Your accommodation will be a lovely B&B in the centre of Agrigento. From this strategic location you can start to explore this wonderful city forged by centuries of history and myths.

DAY 2 – A BIKE RIDE THROUGH VALLEY OF TEMPLE | A bike ride through Agrigento and among its world famous ruins of the ancient city of Akragas to reach the “Valley of the Temples”. In the afternoon, the bike ride continues pedalling from Agrigento up to the beach towards Porto Empedocle “Vigata”, taking in the spectacular “Stairs of the Turks” white cliffs.

DAY 3 – EXPLORE THE WILD SICANI MOUNTAINS AND A SICILIAN VILLAGE | Immersed in this wild landscapes you will meet dairymen and shepherds who produce their own cheese (from more than 4generations) with the milk of their 600 sheeps-herd, followed by the visit to an ancient furnace where you will meet a Sicilian family and in their company you will taste delicious traditional bread with olive oil, origan, salt and pepper. An exciting trekking experience immersed in the nature.

DAY 4 – BYE BYE SICILY