Dates: Saturday October 23rd to Saturday October 30th – 8 days/ 7 nights 2027
Host: WalkingWomen with our local host Emilia Strazzanti – fluent english speaker and resident of Scicli, Southern Sicily. With our local female hiking guide, Rafa. You meet some wonderful women winemakers ,and other female producers, as we explore this unique and special part of Sicily. Expect to be surprised and delighted with what you experience during the week.
Walking Grade: 1 Goat. This holiday is a special holiday to walk whilst also experiencing Sicily and all its history and culture. Terrain is a little rocky but we walk steadily. You can expect walks of 3-4 hours on 3 walking days with other days more cultural experiences.
There will always be time to explore but also to relax, rest and revive.
Maximum Distance: 9km/6 miles
Maximum Ascent: 200m
Terrain: Mix of rocks,steps and flat green spaces. Bring poles if you usually use them.
Base: A charming farmstead in between the small town of Scicli and the sea. This is the southern part of Sicily. There are 10 traditional apartments all set inside the beautiful countryside Masseria for the exclusive use of the WalkingWomen guests (where we have a full group of 10 women) There is a communal area where we have meals together, an outside terrace and a swimming pool.
Your stay here will give you the chance to relax with all your meals prepared and having the space for quiet time and chilling.
Getting there: Catania Airport is the closest airport at 1 hour 30 minutes away by car. We arrange an airport pick up at around 16:00 on Saturday.
If you arrive outside the group transfer times we can book a taxi for you at approx 120 euros one way. You may want to stay a few nights in lovely Catania and we can advise on hotels and help with any extensions to your trip, just let us know!
Departure: Leave after breakfast in your transfer to Catania Airport. Book flights for after 14:00
Price: £2,300 per person for this fully inclusive experience and our personalised service throughout.
If you bring your female partner, friend or family and share there is a discount of £150. Price per person £2050.
What is included in the cost of your holiday:
- Traditional Sicilian apartments for solo occupancy or sharing with private bathroom or shared apartments which have one bathroom (ideal for friends) All with bathrobes which can be used to pop to the pool. Essential bathroom products will be provided.
- All breakfasts at the villa
- All lunches and evening meals – some out and some at the villa
- Welcome drinks and some drinks with meals
- Wine tastings and cultural visits
- Local transport for walks and tours to explore the island at its fullest
- Experienced guides, wine makers, local hosts – all English speaking.
- Airport Transfer – pick up and return from Catania
Food is lovingly prepared using local Sicilian products.
Not included:
- Travel to Catania, Sicily
- Any additional activities not included in the itinerary
- Any extra drinks/food not included in the itinerary
