Spirit of Sicily: Sea, Soul, & Sun

October 14-24, 2026

This tour includes an optional extension to Pompeii and the Amalfi Coast.

It is full with an available waitlist and travelers often get off the waitlist so it is always worth signing up! This tour will also be repeated in April 2027.

Discover Sicily, where sun-drenched coastlines meet volcanic peaks and timeless villages. Explore 2,500-year-old Greek ruins at the Valley of the Temples; venture to Mount Etna, Europe’s most active volcano; and uncover a land steeped in history and culture. Travelers will experience bold flavors in a local cooking class, take off-the-beaten path visits to locals’ homes and olive groves, and soak in the natural beauty of Sicily by land and sea.

Trip Highlights

  • Discover historic hilltop towns and ancient ruins

  • Sail on a stunning volcanic island boat tour

  • Explore Mount Etna, Europe’s highest active volcano

  • Visit the legendary 2,500-year-old Valley of the Temples

  • Indulge in bold-flavored traditional Sicilian cooking class

  • Visit a working olive mill & lemon grove during olive harvest season

  • Admire unforgettable natural landscapes

  • Sample mouthwatering wine and olive oil at curated tastings

  • Browse vibrant local street food markets and artisan workshops

  • Stroll through charming seaside towns and villages

  • Go behind the scenes for a traditional puppet performance

  • Be accompanied by fantastic local guides

  • Enjoy personalized care and attention from Samantha

  • Savor included daily breakfasts & many cultural experience group meals

  • Join pre-trip classes on Sicilian history and culture

  • And much, much more!

Interested in this trip?