Eastern Sicily Itinerary

This year we are offering a special tour of eastern Sicily, with a focus on the baroque history, architecture, and art of the region. The trip will take place from May 12-19, 2026.

If you want to be a part of our Eastern Sicily tour, please contact us.

Day one: May 12, 2026

• Arrival in Ragusa, Ibla, Sicily’s baroque jewel

• Welcome dinner and group introductions

Day two: May 13, 2026

• Explore the historic center of Ragusa 

  • Cathedral of San Giorgio, Iblei Gardens, Artisan shops and Local Markets

• Lunch at a traditional trattoria

• Afternoon at an Italian cooking class

Day three: May 14, 2026

• Depart for Syracuse

• Morning at the Archeological Park of Neapolis

  • Greek Theater, The Ear of Dionysus, The Alter of Hieron

• Lunch in the island of Ortigia

• Morning at the Archeological Park of Neapolis

  • The cathedral, The Fountain of Arethusa, walk along the seaside

• Return to Ragusa

Day four: May 15, 2026

• Depart for Noto, the Baroque capital

• Explore the historic city of Noto

  • Cathedral of St. Nicholas, Palazzo Ducezio, Church of San Domenico, Corso Vittorio Emanuele

• Afternoon visit to a winery in Avola to taste Nero d’Avola

• Return to Ragusa

Day five: May 16, 2026

• Depart for Taormina

• Explore the historic city of Taormina

  • Greek theater, views of Mount Etna, shopping on Corso Umberto

• Descent to Isola Bella, one of the most fascinating beaches in Sicily

• Lunch overlooking the sea

• Return to Ragusa

Day six: May 17, 2026

• Depart for Catania

• Explore the historic center of Catania

  • Piazza del Duomo, Elephant Fountain, Etnea main street, local fish market

• Lunch break for street food

• Visit to the Bellini Gardens and Benedictine Monastery

• Return to Ragusa

Day seven: May 18, 2026

• Depart for Caltagirone known for it’s hand-decorated ceramics

• Explore the historic city of Caltagirone

• • Santa Maria del Monte Staircase, explore artisan workshops

• Lunch in a local trattoria

• Evening stroll and return to Ragusa for final goodbye

Day eight: May 19, 2026

• Farewell breakfast and return to USA