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Excursion

Sicilian Villages and Ricotta Tasting with Lunch from Cefalu

Enjoy a change of scenery on this day trip from the Tyrrhenian coastal town of Cefalu, just east of Palermo, to the rugged Madonie mountain countryside. Experience the rural lifestyle of northern Sicily as you explore medieval villages, admire...

  • 8 hours

Enjoy a change of scenery on this day trip from the Tyrrhenian coastal town of Cefalu, just east of Palermo, to the rugged Madonie mountain countryside. Experience the rural lifestyle of northern Sicily as you explore medieval villages, admire the idyllic green hills of Madonie Regional Natural Park and visit a dairy farm for a fresh ricotta cheese tasting. End with a traditional Sicilian lunch in the fresh mountain air.

This delightful excursion will take you to the most unknown part of Sicily. Departure to “Madonie Park”. Visit authentic Sicilian villages such as Castelbuono, Geraci, and Patralia Soprana. Arrival in Piano Battaglia (1572m). Stop for a naturalistic walk to visit an ancient Sicilian farm, where you will admire the old traditional way to make fresh cheese called “Ricotta”. Continuation towards Polizzi Generosa. Lunch in a typical Agriturismo with Sicilian specialities (free wine and water). Return to Cefalù in the afternoon.

Available pick-up locations:

  • Eni Petrol Station ( in front of S. Lucia Bar)

  • Hotel Acacia Resort ( Campofelice di Roccella)

  • Hotel Costaverde ( Cefalù)

  • Hotel Dolcestate ( Campofelice di Roccella)

  • Hotel Fiesta Athenee Palace ( Campofelice di Roccella)

  • Hotel Fiesta Garden Beach ( Campofelice di Roccella)

  • Hotel Le Calette - Hotel Kalura - Blue Bay ( Corner National road SS113)

  • Pollina Resort ( Outside main gate)

  • Q8 Petrol Station SS113 ( Campofelice - Lascari)

  • Railway Station ( Cefalù Hotels)

  • Residence Fontana Barone ( Mazzaforno)

  • S. Salvatore Church - Via Roma, 90 - Cefalù

Prices

Included

  • Guide
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off for selected hotels
  • Air-conditioned transportation
  • Wine
  • Lunch
  • Cheese tasting

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