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Journey in Sicily
Planeta takes you to Sicily
Discover the journey we have imagined for you to discover Sicily from West to East and the areas where our wines, olive oils and places of our family hospitality are born.
A new way of thinking about
and experiencing Travel in Sicily.
A self-drive itinerary to explore some of the most striking places in Sicily is an excellent option to experience a unique journey in total freedom. You can discover the beauty of the island by following a personalized itinerary, deciding when and where to stop and fully immersing yourself in the culture and natural wonders of Sicily. If you need more details on the itinerary or specific advice on what to see and do in Sicily, feel free to ask!
Travel with us and discover the most authentic and fascinating Sicily.
Overnight stays are planned between Palazzo Planeta in Palermo, a historic residence built in the early 1900s behind the palace overlooking Piazza Ignazio Florio. Casa Panitteri in Sambuca di Sicilia, recognized in 2016 as a “Borgo dei borghi”. Foresteria Planeta, a wine resort nestled in the harmony of vineyards and olive groves in the Menfi countryside. Tenuta Dorilli di Vittoria, created from the renovation of an old winery. Case Sparse, nestled in the Buonivini vineyards of Noto.
Your itinerary in Sicily sounds truly fascinating, with a variety of places and experiences to discover. Here are some considerations for each overnight stay:
Menfi
La Foresteria
In the countryside of Menfi thirteen suites immersed in a Mediterranean garden of fruits and aromas.
Menfi
The Restaurant
An exclusive journey into Sicilian cuisine to make you protagonists of our cultural and gastronomic symposium.
Menfi
Insula Beach Club
An oasis overlooking one of the most beautiful beaches in the whole of Sicily, where you can immerse yourself in the quiet and relax in the sun.
Menfi
Planeta Country House
Set in the charming countryside of Menfi, just a few kilometers from La Foresteria, a retreat between wellness and adventure.
Palermo
Palazzo Planeta
In the heart of Palermo's historic center, nine refined and comfortable apartments encapsulate the essence of Planeta hospitality.
Sambuca di Sicilia
Casa Panitteri
An Artist's House, where art and design dialogue to create an exclusive space of well-being.
Noto
Case Sparse
The Planeta family's hospitality in Noto has the unmistakable color of our Case Sparse.
Day 1
Palermo
PALAZZO PLANETA (PALERMO)
1 NIGHT
- Arrival independently (time to be agreed). Check-in at Palazzo Planeta (transfer required).
- Dinner at a nearby restaurant (recommended by Planeta).
- After dinner, return to Palazzo Planeta for overnight stay
Day 2
Palermo - Sambuca di Sicilia - Menfi (110km)
LA FORESTERIA PLANETA (MENFI)
1 NIGHT / 2 DAYS
7:30-9:00
- Breakfast at Palazzo Planeta and check-out.
- Departure for the center of Palermo.
- Guided walking tour with personal guide from Planeta: Arianna Patti, who will be your Personal City Tour Adviser during the trip to Palermo.
11:30
- Departure for Cantina Ulmo (60 minutes from Palermo).
- Guided tour of the vineyards and the cellar, followed by private aperitif and lunch in the main hall of the “Baglio”. Recipes are prepared with seasonal ingredients in the traditional, genuine, and refined style of Sicilian families.
14:30
- Departure for La Foresteria Planeta.
15:00
- Arrival at La Foresteria (30 minutes from Ulmo), welcome by the Hospitality Manager and check-in.
19:30-20:00
- Gourmet dinner designed by Chef Angelo Pumilia with wine pairing.
- Overnight stay at La Foresteria Planeta.
Day 3
Menfi - Palermo (80km)
7:30-9:30
- Breakfast at the hotel.
10:30-14:00
- Cooking class “The cuisine of Casa Planeta”: practical cooking lesson “Planeta’s Recipes” with Chef Angelo Pumilia.
The course consists of a theoretical part explaining the use of ingredients, their availability, the history of recipes, and a practical part during which 4 recipes are prepared directly by participants under the chef’s supervision.
The lesson is followed by lunch created with the recipes prepared during the lesson, including 2 selected wines. - After lunch, late check-out and departure for Palermo Airport.
Day 1
Palermo
PALAZZO PLANETA (PALERMO)
1 NIGHT
- Arrival independently (time to be agreed).
- Check-in at Palazzo Planeta (transfer required).
- Dinner at a nearby restaurant (recommended by Planeta).
After dinner, return to Palazzo Planeta for overnight stay.
Day 2
Palermo - Sambuca di Sicilia (80km)
CASA PANITTERI (SAMBUCA DI SICILIA)
1 NIGHT
7:30-9:00
- Breakfast at Palazzo Planeta and check-out.
- Departure for the center of Palermo.
- Guided walking tour with personal guide from Planeta: Arianna Patti, who will be your Personal City Tour Adviser during the trip to Palermo.
12:00
- Lunch with Street Food.
14:30
- Departure for Casa Panitteri in Sambuca di Sicilia (80 minutes from Palermo).
15:50
- Arrival at Casa Panitteri, welcome by the Hospitality Manager and check-in.
- Free time to relax.
19:30
- Dinner at a nearby restaurant (not included, recommended by Planeta).
- Overnight stay at Casa Panitteri.
Day 3
Sambuca di Sicilia - Menfi (28km)
LA FORESTERIA PLANETA OR PLANETA COUNTRY HOUSE (MENFI)
2 NIGHTS
7:30-9:00
- Breakfast at Casa Panitteri and check-out.
9:30
- Guided private tour of Sambuca di Sicilia, one of the most beautiful villages in Italy.
A local guide will show guests the Saracen quarter, churches, and the MUDIA museum. - A stop at a local pastry shop is a must.
11:30
- Departure for Cantina Ulmo (10 minutes from Sambuca di Sicilia).
- Guided tour of the vineyards and the cellar followed by private aperitif and lunch in the main hall of the “Baglio”. The recipes are prepared with seasonal ingredients in the traditional, genuine, and refined style of Sicilian families.
14:30
- Departure for La Foresteria Planeta or Planeta Country House.
15:00
- Arrival at La Foresteria or Planeta Country House, welcome by the Hospitality Manager and check-in.
- Free time for relaxation or independent activities.
19:30-20:00
- Gourmet dinner designed by Chef Angelo Pumilia with wine pairing.
- Overnight stay at La Foresteria Planeta or Planeta Country House.
Day 4
Menfi
7:30-9:00
- Breakfast at La Foresteria or Planeta Country House.
10:30-14:00
- Cooking class “The cuisine of Casa Planeta”: practical cooking lesson “Planeta’s Recipes” with Chef Angelo Pumilia.
The course consists of a theoretical part explaining the use of ingredients, their availability, the history of recipes, and a practical part during which 4 recipes are prepared directly by participants under the chef’s supervision. - The lesson is followed by lunch created with the recipes prepared during the lesson, including 2 selected wines.
- Afternoon Free time to visit the area.
19:30-20:00
- Gourmet dinner designed by Chef Angelo Pumilia with wine pairing.
- Overnight stay at La Foresteria Planeta or Planeta Country House.
Day 5
Menfi - Noto (260km)
CASE SPARSE (BUONIVINI NOTO )
1 NOTTE
7:30-8:30
- Breakfast at La Foresteria or Planeta Country House and check-out.
9:30
- Departure for Buonivini Noto (180 minutes from Menfi).
12:30
- Arrival at Buonivini Noto, welcome by the hospitality Manager and check-in at the scattered houses.
13:30
- Aperitif with snacks and typical products, followed by Lunch.
- Visit to the vineyards and the cellar.
- Afternoon Free time to visit the area.
20:30
- Dinner at a nearby restaurant (not included, recommended by Planeta).
- After dinner, return to the scattered houses for overnight stay.
Day 6
Noto - Catania (90km)
- Breakfast at the scattered houses and check-out.
- Departure for Catania Airport (60 minutes from Taormina).
Day 1
Palermo
PALAZZO PLANETA (PALERMO)
1 NIGHT
- Arrival independently (time to be agreed upon). Check-in at Palazzo Planeta (transfer required).
- Dinner at a nearby restaurant (recommended by Planeta).
- After dinner, return to Palazzo Planeta for overnight stay.
Day 2
Palermo - Sambuca di Sicilia (80km)
CASA PANITTERI SAMBUCA DI SICILIA,
1 NIGHT
7:30-9:00
- Breakfast at Palazzo Planeta and check-out.
- Departure for downtown Palermo.
- Guided walking tour with personal guide from Planeta: Arianna Patti, who will be your Personal City Tour Adviser during the trip to Palermo.
12:00
- Lunch with Street Food
14:30
- Departure for Casa Panitteri in Sambuca di Sicilia (80 minutes from Palermo).
15:50
- Arrival at Casa Panitteri, welcome by the Hospitality Manager and check-in.
- Free time to relax.
19:30
- Dinner at a nearby restaurant (not included, recommended by Planeta).
- Overnight stay at Casa Panitteri.
Day 3
Sambuca di Sicilia - Menfi (28km)
LA FORESTERIA PLANETA OR PLANETA COUNTRY HOUSE (MENFI)
2 NIGHTS
7:30-9:00
- Breakfast at Casa Panitteri and check-out.
9:30
- Guided and exclusive tour of Sambuca di Sicilia, one of the most beautiful villages in Italy.
A local guide will show guests the Saracen quarter, churches, and the MUDIA museum. - A stop at a local pastry shop is a must.
11:30
- Departure for Cantina Ulmo (10 minutes from Sambuca di Sicilia).
- Guided tour of the vineyards and the cellar followed by a private aperitif and lunch in the main hall of the “Baglio”. Recipes are prepared with seasonal ingredients in the traditional, genuine, and refined style of Sicilian families.
14:30
- Departure for La Foresteria Planeta or Planeta Country House.
15:00
- Arrival at La Foresteria or Planeta Country House, welcome by the Hospitality Manager and check-in.
- Free time for relaxation or independent activities.
19:30-20:00
- Gourmet dinner designed by Chef Angelo Pumilia with wine pairing.
- Overnight stay at La Foresteria or Planeta Country House.
Day 4
Menfi
7:30-9:00
- Breakfast at La Foresteria or Planeta Country House.
10:30-14:00
- Cooking class “La Cucina di Casa Planeta”: practical cooking lesson “Le Ricette di Planeta” with Chef Angelo Pumilia. The course consists of a theoretical part explaining the use of ingredients, their availability, the history of recipes, and a practical part during which 4 recipes are prepared directly by participants under the chef’s supervision.
- The lesson is followed by lunch created with the recipes prepared during the lesson, including 2 selected wines.
- Afternoon: Free time to visit the area.
19:30-20:00
- Gourmet dinner designed by Chef Angelo Pumilia with wine pairing.
- Overnight stay at La Foresteria Planeta or Planeta Country House.
Day 5
Menfi - Vittoria (170km)
TENUTA DORILLI (VITTORIA)
1 NIGHT
7:30-8:30
- Breakfast at La Foresteria or Planeta Country House and check-out.
9:00
- Departure for “Valle dei Templi” Agrigento (70 minutes from Menfi).
10:30
- Guided private tour of the Valley of the Temples with Lorenzo Capraro, a specialized tour guide in luxury guided tours, for those who desire something distinctly different. Lorenzo designs tours for travelers and personally accompanies them.
12:30
- Lunch at the Villa Athena restaurant, a famous restaurant with panoramic views of the temples of Agrigento.
15:00
- Departure for Cantina Dorilli (120 minutes from the Valley of the Temples).
17:00
- Arrival at Tenuta Dorilli, welcome by the Hospitality Manager and check-in.
18:00
- Guided tour of the estate and the cellar followed by an exclusive aperitif.
19:30
- Private dinner at Dorilli.
- Overnight stay at Dorilli.
Day 6
Vittoria - Noto (82km)
CASE SPARSE (BUONIVINI NOTO)
1 NIGHT
7:30-8:30
- Breakfast at Dorilli.
9:30
- Departure for Buonivini Noto (90 minutes from Dorilli).
11:00
- Arrival at Buonivini Noto, welcome by the Hospitality Manager and check-in.
12:00
- Tour of the vineyards and the cellar, guided tasting of Noto wines and 3 olive oils, appetizers with local delicacies, followed by lunch.
- Afternoon: Free time to visit the area independently.
20:30
- Dinner at a local restaurant (not included, recommended by Planeta).
- After dinner, return to Case Sparse and overnight stay.
Day 7
Noto - Taormina (40km)
TAORMINA
1 NIGHT
- Case Sparse: Breakfast and check-out.
10:00
- Departure for Taormina (3 hours from Planeta Buonivini).
13:00
- Check-in at a hotel in Taormina (Hotel not included).
- Afternoon: Free time to explore the area independently.
20:00
- Dinner at a restaurant nearby (not included, recommended by Planeta).
- Overnight stay at a hotel in Taormina (not included).
Day 8
Taormina - Etna (40km)
7:30-8:30
- Breakfast at the hotel.
9:00
- Departure for Mount Etna (45 minutes from Taormina) and transfer to the Planeta Sciaranuova estates.
10:00
- Arrival at Sciaranuova and welcome by the hospitality manager.
Guests will walk through the Carricante and Nerello Mascalese vineyards to the ancient Palmento. - Aperitif and lunch paired with old vintages of Etna wines.
16:30
- Return to the hotel in Taormina.
- Afternoon: Free time to visit the archaeological site and the Greek theater of Taormina with an expert guide (guests can attend a show, subject to availability during the stay dates), not included.
20:00
- Dinner at a restaurant nearby (not included, recommended by Planeta).
- Overnight stay at a hotel in Taormina (not included).
Day 9
Taormina - Capo Milazzo (90km)
7:30-8:30
- Breakfast at the hotel and check-out.
9:00
- Departure for Capo Milazzo (90 minutes from Taormina).
10:30
- Arrival at Capo Milazzo, welcome by the Hospitality Manager.
- Tour of the vineyards and the cellar.
12:00
- Independent departure to the next destination.