Walking the Highlights of Western Sicily Walk
Walking the Highlights of Western Sicily Walk
8 Days Starting in Scopello, Italy and ending in Trapani
Visiting: San Vito Lo Capo, Sicily, Monte Cofano, Erice, Egadi Islands, Levanzo, Segesta, Zingaro Nature Reserve, Palermo
Tour operator:
Tour code:
W07MR
Group Type:
Independent
Guide Type:
Self Guided
Age range:
13-99
Special diets catered:
Please inform Exodus of specific dietary requirements
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Tour Overview
Embark on the "Secrets of Sicily Walk" and uncover the enchanting beauty of Italy's largest island. This tour invites you to explore Sicily's turquoise seas, coral-lined grottoes, and unspoilt sandy beaches, all while surrounded by exotic Mediterranean flora, including orange groves, dwarf palms, and olive trees. Discover medieval churches, ancient villages, and prehistoric caves as you journey through this captivating landscape. Stay in charming accommodations, from a traditional Sicilian farmhouse to a cosy bed and breakfast, each offering unique experiences and stunning views. Enjoy fantastic bird spotting opportunities and immerse yourself in the rich history and culture of Sicily. With all breakfasts, two evening meals, and baggage transport included, this tour provides a seamless and unforgettable adventure through one of Italy's most picturesque regions.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 :
Location: San Vito Lo Capo, Sicily
Accommodation Name: Comfortable Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Arrive at your hotel in Scopello where we brief you on your walking week before dinner. You spend three nights here.
Day 2 :
Location: Monte Cofano
Accommodation Name: Comfortable Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
A scenic lift to the foot of Monte Cofano is followed by a gentle ascent through twisted olive trees with breathtaking views over the Bay of Bonagia. Descending, you reach an old tonnara (tuna factory) where nearby coves with sapphire waters are perfect for a dip. Then a cliff path fringed with red valerian and field gladioli leads into the village of Cornino for a late lunch before we meet you and take you back to your hotel.
Day 3 : Monte Inici
Location: Erice
Accommodation Name: Comfortable Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
There's a short transfer (10 mins) this morning before you set off on a winding uphill path past dwarf palms, holm oak and eucalyptus on the flanks of Monte Inici - with luck you can spot buzzard, peregrine falcon or the Sicilian rock partridge which is a protected species here. The vistas open up over Scopello and the Zingaro reserve, before a final uphill push, rewarded with truly outstanding views onto the Gulf of Castellammare. Descend to the gorgeous and quintessentially Sicilian town of Castellammare with its Aragonese castle and maze of medieval streets.
Day 4 : Segesta, Medieval Erice And Trapani
Location: Egadi Islands
Accommodation Name: Comfortable Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Transfer to the 2,500 year old temple of Segesta and the marvellously preserved theatre, then on to the hilltop town of Erice with its winding marble streets, old city gates, medieval churches, ancient squares and stunning Norman castle. Continue to Baroque Trapani and the 4* Room of Andrea.
Day 5 :
Location: Levanzo
Accommodation Name: Comfortable Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
It's a 50 minute crossing to Levanzo where a coastal path, bright with lilac scabious, leads past deserted stone farm houses and olive trees to the Grotta del Genovese - admire the marvellously well preserved 11BC cave paintings and engravings lining the cavern walls. Back in Trapani, why not grab a granita at the Torre di Ligny at sundown to savour the location's stunning sunsets!
Day 6 : Favignana
Location: Segesta
Accommodation Name: Comfortable Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Take the hydrofoil (30 minutes) to the largest of the Egadi islands, Favignana, with its pretty bays framed by azure seas. From the cluster of whitewashed houses in Favignana town, head uphill to the panoramic 15th century Castello di Santa Caterina, from where there are superb 360 degrees vistas of Favignana and the other Egadi islands on a clear day. Return to the port via the Neogothic Palazzo Florio and the golden sands of Spiaggia Praia.
Day 7 :
Location: Zingaro Nature Reserve
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Walk as little or as much as you like through the Zingaro Nature Reserve. Wind your way up through through asphodel, wild fennel, dwarf palm, pomegranate and citrus trees to amazing viewpoints overlooking the stunning coastline of tiny sandy coves lapped by sapphire waters.
Day 8 : Leave Trapani
Location: Palermo
Meals Included: Breakfast
If you have pre-booked a transfer through Headwater, you will be picked up by taxi for the drive back to Palermo airport in time for your flight home.
What's Included
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All breakfasts
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All accommodation (see accommodation section)
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All baggage transport
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Walk transfers on days 3, 4 and 7
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Headwater navigational app
What's Not Included
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Travel insurance
Travel insurance is not included and must be arranged separately.
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Single accommodation
Single accommodation is available on request and requires a compulsory supplement.
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Solo traveller supplement
A supplement is required for solo travelers when only one person is traveling on a departure date.
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Arrival & departure transfers
Transfers are not included unless there are at least two passengers traveling.
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Visas or vaccinations
Visas and vaccinations are not included and must be arranged separately.
Food
Daily breakfast included.
Sicily's typically southern Italian cuisine is interspersed with many more exotic dishes reflecting the island's jumbled cultural past. Italian dishes like pasta alla norma (made with tomatoes, aubergine and grated ricotta) are often found on menus along with couscous (a north African speciality), or even pasta con le sarde (a pasta dish dating back to Phoenician times made from sardines, raisins, pine nuts, fennel, saffron, parsley and capers).
The Arabs introduced citrus groves to the island and a popular drink today is granita made with crushed ice and lemon. This was traditionally drunk with sweet bread dipped in it as a lunchtime snack by Sicilian peasants.
Fish is of course also abundant. Local specialities include pesce spada alla ghiotta (swordfish cooked with tomatoes, capers, onion, celery and potatoes) or tonno fresco alla brace (grilled fresh tuna).
Sicily is famed for its desserts. Why not try cannolo, a crunchy pastry tube filled with ricotta cheese and studded with candied fruits, pistachio and chocolate? Or cassata, the Arab influenced cake made with ricotta cheese, candied fruit and chocolate pieces.
Sicily is not traditionally famous for its wines, so it is surprising to learn that the island boasts one of the largest wine producing areas in the whole of Italy. Look out for the Etna DOC label and Corvo di Salaparuta. One of Sicily's most popular wines is Alcamo Bianco - a soft white which goes well with fish dishes.
Accommodation
Your hotels are each special in their own contrasting ways. In the sleepy village of Scopello, you stay at the 4* Baglio di Scopello, with its tempting outdoor swimming pool, perfect for a post walk dip, whilst in Trapani, your accommodation is the 4* Room of Andrea, located in the spectacular Palazzo Platamone, and boasting superb views from its roof top pool.
All prices are based on 2 persons sharing, so if there is an odd number of people travelling in your party or you are travelling alone, there will be a compulsory supplement for a single room for the tour duration. For a solo traveller there is an additional charge to cover transfer costs. Please call for further details.
Mode of Transport
Transportation includes transfers to various locations such as the temple of Segesta, Trapani, and ferry rides to Marettimo. A scenic drive back to Palermo airport is available if pre-booked. Luggage transport is included throughout the tour.
Check out our Q&As
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What type of accommodation can I expect during the Secrets of Sicily Walk?
During the Secrets of Sicily Walk, you will stay in a variety of accommodations including a traditional Sicilian farmhouse, a cosy bed and breakfast, and charming seafront residences. In Scopello, you will stay at the Hotel Baglio di Scopello with an outdoor pool. On Marettimo, you will stay at a seafront residence with a pool and jacuzzi. In San Vito Lo Capo, you will stay at a five-bedroom B&B hotel with great sea views.
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Are meals included in the tour package?
Yes, all breakfasts and two evening meals are included in the tour package.
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Is there a single supplement for solo travelers?
Yes, there is a compulsory supplement for a single room if you are traveling alone, and an additional charge to cover transfer costs for solo travelers.
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What kind of wildlife might I see during the tour?
During the tour, you have fantastic bird spotting opportunities. You might see red kites and Bonelli's eagles cruising the thermals, especially during the Punta Libeccio Lighthouse Walk.
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What are some of the activities included in the itinerary?
The itinerary includes activities such as walking through the Zingaro Nature Reserve, visiting the ancient temple of Segesta, exploring the medieval town of Erice, and admiring prehistoric cave paintings in Levanzo. You will also have opportunities for picnics and swimming in sapphire waters.
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
If you wish to make any changes to your booking, particularly if you need to alter any flights booked through us, please let us know as soon as possible. There is a booking or flight amendment fee of £40 per change and flight amendments often incur extra airline costs depending on the changes to be made and if the ticket has been issued or not.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Exodus has been trading since 1974
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Your final joining instructions and flight details, if booked with us, will then be sent out 2 to 3 weeks before departure. If you would like a hard copy posted, or if you require these any earlier, please contact the customer operations team. We advise that if you are booking connecting travel before receiving these, please ensure you leave plenty of time.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Travellers are welcome to opt to share a room with a tour member of the same gender for no additional charge. If you'd like your own room, we can request a single supplement so that you will have your own room throughout.
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
You are welcome to meet the group after the tour has departed however there is no reduction in rate for joining a tour after the departure date.
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