Beaches of Sicily
15-day itinerary beaches of Sicily and local food and wine specialties, distance in km from Palermo to Messina.
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Here's a 15-day itinerary that includes some of the best beaches of Sicily and food and wine specialties, starting from Palermo and ending in Messina:
Day 1: Arrival in Palermo
- Explore the historic city center, including the Quattro Canti and the Cathedral of Palermo
- Enjoy dinner at a local restaurant
Day 2: Palermo
- Visit the Norman Palace and the Palatine Chapel
- Enjoy a street food tour in the markets of Palermo
Day 3: Cefalù (70 km from Palermo)
- Visit the beautiful Norman cathedral in the historic center of Cefalù
- Relax on Cefalù's sandy beach
- Enjoy dinner at a local restaurant in Cefalù, featuring seafood specialties
Day 4: Castelbuono and the Madonie Mountains (30 km from Cefalù)
- Visit the medieval town of Castelbuono and its castle
- Explore the Madonie Mountains and enjoy a hike
- Visit a local winery and taste some of Sicily's best wines, along with local cheese and cured meat specialties
Day 5: Agrigento (180 km from Castelbuono)
- Visit the Valley of the Temples, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Enjoy a seafood lunch in the historic center of Agrigento
- Taste some local almond sweets, such as marzipan and nougat
Day 6: Sciacca and the Scala dei Turchi (60 km from Agrigento)
- Visit the fishing town of Sciacca and its thermal baths
- Relax on the white cliffs of the Scala dei Turchi
- Enjoy dinner at a local restaurant in Sciacca, featuring traditional Sicilian dishes such as caponata and pasta alla norma
Day 7: Selinunte (60 km from Sciacca)
- Visit the ancient Greek ruins of Selinunte
- Enjoy a beach day at the nearby natural reserve of Foce del Belice
- Taste some local wines at a nearby winery, along with olives and olive oil specialties
Day 8: Marsala (50 km from Selinunte)
- Visit the historic center of Marsala and its cathedral
- Taste some of the famous Marsala wine at a local winery, paired with local cheeses and cured meats
- Enjoy a seafood dinner in the port of Marsala, featuring fresh fish and shellfish from the Mediterranean Sea
Day 9: Trapani and Erice (30 km from Marsala)
- Visit the historic center of Trapani and its saltpans
- Take a cable car up to the medieval town of Erice and enjoy the views
- Taste some local almond sweets and pastries, such as cassatelle and cannoli
Day 10: San Vito Lo Capo (40 km from Trapani)
- Relax on the beautiful sandy beach of San Vito Lo Capo
- Enjoy a seafood lunch at one of the beachfront restaurants, featuring local specialties such as couscous with fish and seafood
Day 11: Zingaro Nature Reserve (20 km from San Vito Lo Capo)
- Explore the beautiful Zingaro Nature Reserve, with its stunning beaches and hiking trails
- Enjoy a picnic lunch with local products and wine, such as bread, cheese, olives, and wine from the region
Day 12: Mount Etna (280 km from Zingaro)
- Take a guided tour of Mount Etna and its volcanic landscape
- Taste some local wines and foods at a winery on the slopes of the volcano, featuring specialties such as pistachios, honey, and olive oil
Day 13: Taormina (40 km from Mount Etna)
- Visit the Greek Theater and enjoy the views of the sea and Mount Etna
- Explore the historic center of Taormina and taste some local pastries and sweets, such as granita and almond cookies
Day 14: Messina (50 km from Taormina)
- Visit the historic center of Messina and its cathedral
- Taste some local street food specialties, such as arancini and panelle, and enjoy a lunch featuring Sicilian pasta dishes
- Taste some local wines at a wine bar in the historic center
Day 15: Departure from Messina
- Depart from Messina for your next destination
This itinerary covers some of the best beaches, food, and wine specialties in Sicily and has a total distance of approximately 1070 km. Of course, you can adjust it according to your preferences and the time you have available.
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