A NEW EXCITING ADVENTURE IN NORTH WEST SICILY with Lits - FULL

SUPERB SITES, SUN, SEA, GELATO, PIZZA, WINE & WALKING

Let's visit the most fantastic scenic sites, supping on Sicily's fantastic cuisine and fine wines on a completely new itinerary to our previous trips to the island.

Staying four nights in a family-run hotel in Trapani, a charming ancient port city rich in art and architecture and set on a peninsula of land surrounded by the sea on both sides, we will embark on daily excursions to explore both the city, fantastic ancient sites and the beautiful, coastal hinterland.

Tuesday 9th May
You will be greeted at Palermo airport on arrival and transported for a visit to the magnificent world famous UNESCO Norman Cathedral in all it’s splendour at Monreale, one of the most prestigious locations in Western Sicily with a panoramic view overlooking Palermo.
After a light lunch we will head to Trapani to check in to have a relaxing afternoon (siesta?!) before taking an early evening stroll around the town before enjoying dinner together in a local trattoria.

Wednesday 10th May
Today will be spent exploring the beautiful, rugged coastline around the north-west promontory of Trapani, beginning with an enchanting scenic coastal walk around the foot of the Cofano mountain followed by a picnic lunch at the beach.
After lunch we will continue stop en route for a visit to the stunning ancient caves of Scurati whilst making our way towards the picturesque resort of San Vito lo Capo reputed to be the most spectacular beach on the island with also one of the best gelaterias! We will return to Trapani later afternoon for a short rest before supper.

Thursday 11th May
After breakfast we will take a drive inland for a guided walk around one of the most beautiful hilltop villages in Sicily, Salemi -oozing history, heritage and hidden treasures.
After our visit to Salemi we will make our way to an organic cheese producer for a cheese tasting and lunch before embarking on a short journey to visit a surprising feature formed from the ruins of an earthquake in the nearby village of Gibillina. On our route back towards Trapani we will stop at the Salinas (salt-pans) for a boat ride and bird spotting.

Friday 12th May
We will head southwards today to visit the amazing archaeological site of the ancient Greek coastal city of Selinunte, home to many of the most important monuments and temples on the island.
We can enjoy a light lunch amongst the ruins before leaving for a brief stop at the old Phoenician village of Mazara del Vallo to visit the ‘Casbah’, it’s unique ancient Arab quarter.
We will then return to Trapani to enjoy our final evening and feast together.

Saturday 13th May
Departure for Palermo airport.

Cost: 895€ per person (* places are limited to 7 people)

This price includes: 4 x nights B&B with single occupancy in an en-suite room in a centrally located comfortable guesthouse, four lunches, one dinner with wine, transport & transfers in a chauffeur driven air-conditioned minibus, all guided visits and the services of Lits, an expert tour guide & 45Not Grumpy leader.
(Flights and travel insurance are not included).

A deposit of £100 is payable on RSVP - please contact Lits for payment details: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it./"  07710 217902

Recommended flights: - Please do not book until I give the go ahead
Easyjet – LGW
Out: Tuesday 9th May: LGW 06.05 Arrive Palermo 09.55
Return: Saturday 13th May: Palermo 13.55 Arrive LGW 15.50