One Day Tour of the Hidden Treasures of Sicily with Lunch
Immerse yourself in a fascinating journey into the heart of Sicily. We start at Sant'Angelo Muxaro, an ancient village that shines with history and culture. Here, you can admire the traces of the ancient Sicani civilization and the stone houses that seem suspended in time. We continue towards Santo Stefano Quisquina, where we will visit the Hermitage of Santa Rosalia. This place of great spirituality, surrounded by nature, offers a unique experience of peace and tranquility. After visiting the hermitage, we will head towards Cammarata. Here, we will stop for lunch with all the local delicacies. We will taste high-quality cheeses, fresh vegetables, zero-kilometer meat roasts, homemade pasta, and many other things. After lunch, we will explore the historic center of Cammarata. Its narrow and steep streets, ancient houses, and staircases will take us back in time, immersing us in a unique atmosphere. The perfect mix of history, culture, and gastronomy. A unique opportunity to discover the true Sicily!
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One Day Tour of the Hidden Treasures of Sicily with Lunch
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What's included in One Day Tour of the Hidden Treasures of Sicily with Lunch
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Sant'Angelo Muxaro
Spend a fantastic day in the Sicani mountains, a territory to be discovered in the Sicilian hinterland. We will start the journey from the meeting point and reach the first characteristic villages of the excursion, Sant'Angelo Muxaro. Here we will visit the Necropolis of the Sicani since Minoans. According to Greek mythology, it was the capital of the Sicanians, the pre-Greek people and considered the native of Sicily. According to legend, the "Kamikos" fortress of Daidalo was built for King Sikano Kokalos. We will also take a walk through the alleys of the small village until the museum that houses some precious archaeological finds.
Eremo di Santa Rosalia alla Quisquina
Next, we will reach the Hermitage of Santa Rosalia alla Quisquina, a mystical and very fascinating place in the heart of the forest, a mandatory stop for all pilgrims from Palermo. Here we will be told about the life of the virgin as well as the patroness of Palermo. The hermitage includes, in addition to the "cave", the church, the crypt and conventual buildings such as cells, kitchen and refectory.
Cammarata
In the afternoon we will go to Cammarata, considered the flagship among the Sicani mountains, a town which stand at the foot of the mountain at about 700 meters above the sea level. We will also have a lunch in a typical “Sicilian trattoria” with all the high-quality products of the Sicani mountains accurately prepared by the chef. After lunch, light walk in the center of San Giovanni Gemini to discover the Black Christ "Gesù Nazarè" (Jesus from Nazareth) houses in the Mother church, where we will listen about its fascinating story. Return to the base around 5 pm
Inclusions
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Entrance to the Hermitage of Santa Rosalia (if open)
- All high quality 0 km products from the Sicani mountains
- Tips and extras in general
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Pickup and Dropoff
Choose to be picked up from a list of locations
Please arrive at the pick up point 10 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
On site there will be one of our collaborators with the "Sicanians" logo waiting for you.
