October 16 – October 22, 2026
$3,749 per person based on double occupancy
$4,799 per person based on single occupancy
Deposit amount of $500 per person is due no later than April 16, 2026
Final payment is due no later than July 16, 2026
Seven days of beauty, play, and connection—exploring Sicily’s treasures while awakening your senses and falling in love with life.
Escape to the enchanting island of Sicily with a retreat designed to both delight your senses and awaken your spirit. Based in the historic city of Syracuse, this immersive journey blends culture, cuisine, and exploration with moments of inspiration that you’ll carry home for life.
Your adventure begins with the charm of Syracuse: hop aboard an Ape Car to uncover its architectural gems while savoring delectable street food, then cruise the bay of Ortigia by boat. Learn to cook traditional Sicilian dishes on a local farm, and delve into the world of fine wines with a tasting at the renowned Pupillo Winery. Spend a full day exploring the majesty of Mount Etna and the hillside beauty of Taormina, home to its iconic Greek-Roman theater. Wander through the baroque wonder of Noto, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and close your week with a farewell dinner celebrating Sicily’s unforgettable flavors.
And throughout it all, Junie and Michael will offer soulful, playful experiences—simple yet profound invitations that spark reflection, joy, and connection. These short, soul-stirring moments are designed to awaken your senses, open your heart, and help you discover how to turn ordinary days into extraordinary ones.
You’ll return not only with cherished memories of Sicily’s cultural and culinary treasures, but with practices that make your everyday life more enriched, vibrant, and full of possibility.
Hotels:
- Minareto Resort 5*, Siracusa
Included:
Meals:
- 6 Breakfasts
- 3 Lunches
- 2 Dinners
Activities:
- Playful Learning Experiences
- Visit the Archaeological Area of Syracuse
- Wine Tasting in Syracuse Pupillo Winery
- Excursion to Mount Etna
- Visit the Town of Taormina with Greek Roman Theater
- Sicilian Cooking Class
- Visit the Baroque Town of Noto
Other Services:
- One round trip airport transfer privately in an air-conditioned vehicle
- Transportation privately in an air-conditioned vehicle during the tours mentioned on the program
- Official English-speaking guide service throughout the duration of the program
- Luggage handling and porter services
- Road tolls, Taxes, VAT
Not Included:
Notes:
- International flights should arrive into and depart from Catania Airport
WELCOME TO ITALY! SICILY
Arrive at Catania Airport and privately transfer to the Syracuse region at Minareto Resort.
Upon arrival, check into your room and enjoy your time relaxing by the pool or on the beach. A welcome dinner at the Minareto Resort will offer a wide selection of typical dishes representing Sicilian traditions.
In the kitchen, the chef will use only ingredients with a short supply chain, strictly in season, adapting the proposals to the rhythm of nature and accompanying them with a selection of wines from the region, enhancing each dish with the right combination.
Meals: Dinner
Accommodation: Minareto Resort, Syracuse
SYRACUSE DISCOVERY & COOKING DEMO
Kickstart your morning with a playful learning experience and enjoy a leisurely breakfast. Afterward, we'll explore the historic core of the city, which happens to be located on an island. During this part of our journey, we'll hop on board small boats to admire the bay of Ortigia.
Later in the morning, partake in an authentic Sicilian cooking class. The interactive activity will include all of the ingredients you'll need to prepare a delicious Sicilian meal. You'll learn how to make traditional dishes and you'll even get to taste your creations at the end of the class.
Once the tour concludes, return to the hotel by boat and enjoy free time for the rest of the evening.
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Accommodation: Minareto Resort, Syracuse
WINERY EXPERIENCE
Start your day with a playful learning experience, followed by a relaxed breakfast at the resort.
Later in the morning, meet up with your English-speaking driver and head to the Pupillo Winery. Established in 1908, this winery is located in a valley once known as the Feudo della Targia. It's famous for the Friederich Castle and its fertile soil. For more than two decades, Nino Pupillo has been working to restore the vineyards of Moscato di Siracusa, a long-lost wine from this region.
In front of the castle, you'll find a spacious courtyard that offers a great view of the old building and the natural beauty of the area.
The Pupillo Winery provides wine lovers with a unique experience that combines wine, history, and nature. The guided tour of the Solacium Castle includes a visit to the Baglio delle Torri, the intimate Baglio dei Ricordi, the ancient Palmento, and the Historic Garden. Finally, you can enjoy a wine tasting in the historic winery buildings, paired with traditional dishes, offering a taste of the Mediterranean.
Return to your accommodation after the wine tasting to enjoy your night at leisure.
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Accommodation: Minareto Resort, Syracuse
FULL DAY EXCURSION TO DISCOVER MOUNT ETNA AND TAORMINA
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast.
Today we will set off on a long, full-day excursion to explore Europe's largest active volcano: Mount Etna and Sicily's most famous tourist resort: Taormina, which is also linked to the award-winning TV-SHOW ‘The White Lotus’
The visit to Etna will take us to discover the volcano on the northern side , the least touristy and also the greenest, as it is covered by thick pine forests. The excursion will include a scenic walk as you learn more about the volcano.
After Mount Etna, you will continue for about an hour's drive to Taormina. Here guests will be free to arrange their own lunch at one of the many establishments on the pedestrian walkway.
The medieval town perched on a hill overlooking the sea is the quintessential Dolce Vita. With its many stores, ice cream parlors, bars, and of course its monuments, of which you will not miss a visit to the very famous Roman Greek amphitheater.
Return to the hotel for the remainder of the evening at leisure
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Minareto Resort, Syracuse
SYRACUSE ARCHAEOLOGICAL PARK AND NOTO
Enjoy an early playful learning experience and a buffet breakfast at the Resort.
Later in the morning, meet up with your English-speaking guide to set off on an exciting 5-hour adventure in Syracuse! We'll kick things off by exploring the most significant archaeological site in all of Sicily.
After lunch at a local restaurant, drive to Noto and visit the town known as the "stone garden" and the "capital of Sicilian Baroque." It's a UNESCO World Heritage Site with great artistic and historical heritage.
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Accommodation: Minareto Resort, Syracuse
LEISURE DAY AND FAREWELL DINNER
Start your day with a playful learning experience and savor a buffet breakfast at the hotel. Continue your ideal day by unwinding at the private beach for some relaxation or book a supplemental optional spa day on property.
As the day draws to a close, we'll take you to a local restaurant to celebrate the end of this magical wellness retreat.
Meals: Breakfast and Dinner
Accommodation: Minareto Resort, Syracuse
ARRIVEDERCI!
Enjoy a buffet breakfast in the hotel before checking out. Private transfer to Catania Airport for your return trip home.
Meals: Breakfast
The activity Level for this tour is:
Average - Some tours may include hiking or potential higher elevation hiking, biking, SUP, rafting, or kayaking in addition to walking on uneven surfaces or for longer periods of time.