Attention to all active travellers - with its sultry weather, dramatic beauty and impressive mix of culture and history, Sicily is an extraordinary destination for nature and culture buffs alike.

From glittering beaches and glamorous seaside haunts to a wild landscape of rocky coves, caves, ancient pilgrim trails and volcanic islands, Sicily offers an exciting diversity of outdoor adventures and cultural experiences.

Immerse yourself in the island’s complex history and outstanding landscapes with a walking holiday taking in an unspoiled coastline of perfect beaches, ancient ruins, Heritage Listed monuments and candy-coloured fishing villages. Discover remnants of ancient history dotted throughout the island and explore the vibrant capital of Palermo with its heady mix of narrow laneways, bustling markets and grand architecture tinged with Roman, Arab and Byzantine influences.

Follow in the footsteps of pilgrims from centuries ago and discover the rugged beauty of inland Sicily when you walk the ancient Via Magna Francigena.

Or jump off the north coast and discover the Aeolian Islands, a stunning World Heritage Listed archipelago of volcanic islands. See Stromboli’s iconic cone and fiery lava trails, relax in thermal hot springs and delightful seaside towns, and hike, swim and snorkel your way along a winding coastline of jagged cliffs, black sand beaches and the brilliant blue waters of the Tyrrhenian Sea.

Join us as we explore beautiful Sicily on a self guided hiking trip.

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Sicily highlights

 

Sutera

In Sutera, enjoy exploring the maze of alleys and chalk houses of the Rabato neighbourhood, founded by the Arabs around 860, and visit the rich ethnographic museum.

Lo Zingaro Nature Reserve

Explore the towering limestone mountains and spectacular caves of this unique natural reserve, cooling off in its many coves.

Delight in arancini

Try some fabulous aranci when in Italy, these are fried rice balls filled for example with ragu or spinach and ham.

Palermo

Explore capital Palermo's range of historical attractions, ancient buildings, and dramatic coastlines.

Why travel with us

Great Value & Quality Holidays in Sicily

Our active holidays in Sicily are well priced offering great value for money. Included in your package are comprehensive route notes, maps & guide books along with bag transfers and locally run accommodation. When you book, your trip in Italy will be fully organised by a dedicated member of our in-house team, so you will always know who you are dealing with. We take the stress out of organising your active holiday in Italy.

Local Connections in Sicily

We place great emphasis on researching, planning and crafting innovative itineraries to ensure you get the very best experience out of your trip in Sicily. We believe relationships are important and have been working with many of our hoteliers and local suppliers in Italy for years. This means that they know exactly what our travellers expect.

Personal Experience

Our team have been walking and cycling in Sicily for over 5 decades. We are passionate about the unique variety that Italy offers, active holidays and delivering exceptional service. Combined, we’ve travelled to virtually every corner of the UK & Europe and bring a multi-disciplined, multicultural and whole-hearted love of all things travel.

Accommodation

Bed & Breakfasts

Simple yet rich in local character, the B&B’s chosen are clean, comfortable and run by hosts that help add to your experience.

Agriturismi

These ‘farm stay’ style accommodations are found on independently owned working farms. You can expect fantastic local flavours at meal time from your hosts.

Charming local hotels

In Sicily, we use a range of 2-3 star hotels, often family run. These charming hotels provide access to local living thanks to your hosts. The hospitality is generous and their local knowledge is invaluable. Where possible, we choose hotel locations that add to your experience.

Bed & Breakfasts

Simple yet rich in local character, the B&B’s chosen are clean, comfortable and run by hosts that help add to your experience.

Agriturismi

These ‘farm stay’ style accommodations are found on independently owned working farms. You can expect fantastic local flavours at meal time from your hosts.

Charming local hotels

In Sicily, we use a range of 2-3 star hotels, often family run. These charming hotels provide access to local living thanks to your hosts. The hospitality is generous and their local knowledge is invaluable. Where possible, we choose hotel locations that add to your experience.

Bed & Breakfasts

Simple yet rich in local character, the B&B’s chosen are clean, comfortable and run by hosts that help add to your experience.

Trip reviews

Sicily - Magna Via Francigena

Rating: ☆☆☆☆☆

C. Arthur | Winchester, United Kingdom29 Apr 2025

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Sicily - Magna Via Francigena

Rating: ☆☆☆☆☆

Information provided about each day's walking was comprehensive, up to date and easily accessible. Directions to accommodation were generally good but in some cases not 100% accurate. In those cases we had to rely on signs or trial and error. Baggage transfers were all fine and those wanting a day off could be taken to the next stop with the bags.

G. Sandars | London, United Kingdom21 Apr 2025

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Essential information

Where to Go & Weather
Where to Go
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Climb Mount Etna to the line of craters that opened during the 2002/03 eruption

Explore the largest archaeological site in Europe, the ancient Greek city of Selinunte, whose temples dedicated to different deities overlook the sea and the River Belice

Walk through the peaceful Carcaci Natural reserve, home to numerous species of birds of prey and a beautiful piece of forest

Explore the towering limestone mountains and spectacular caves of the Lo Zingaro Nature Reserve and cool off in its many coves

In Sutera, enjoy exploring the maze of alleys and chalk houses of the Rabato neighbourhood

Discover the rugged beauty of inland Sicily

Visit the Grotta del Genovese in the smallest of the wild Egadi islands and see prehistoric paintings and engravings that date from the late Palaeolithic period

Get lost in the narrow streets of historic, sickle-shaped Trapani

Sample local produce and buy colourful ceramics at Mazara del Vallo’s local market

Find art treasures on every corner of Palermo

Weather
Sunset on the Magna Via Francigena in Sicily

From late June to September, highs of 35 degrees Celsius/95 degrees Fahrenheit are common.

Spring and autumn are the nicest times of year.

Specifically, April to early June and September to October are the most pleasant months to walk or cycle. Average daytime highs are around 20-25 degrees Celsius/68-77 degrees Fahrenheit.

Rainfall is rare and scarce.

Time
Language
Currency
Currency

Euro

Dialing Code
International Dialing Code

+39

Electricity
Electricity
Type C plug

Electricity in Italy is 230 Volts, at 50 hertz. The most common pin type is C. (2 round prong).

Visas
Visas

Visas not required for citizens of Australia, Canada, USA and New Zealand for up to 90 days in a period of 180 days for all Schengen countries (see www.schengenvisainfo.com/schengen-visa-countries-list/ for countries part of the Schengen). Please ensure your passport is stamped on arrival in the Schengen area. For all other nationalities and for longer stays in countries covered by the Schengen Agreement (Australian New Zealand, Canadian and US passport holders), please contact the relevant embassy. Stays of longer than 90 days in the Schengen area require a long stay visa for the country you are spending most time in. However long stay visas are unlikely to be issued unless there is a valid reason (eg. studying in country). Unfortunately we cannot assist in obtaining visas for long stays due to individual country visa requirements.

Health & Safety
Safety

Your safety is our number one concern. Our safety track record is exemplary thanks to careful management and thorough consultation with local partners. Our industry leading risk management procedures have become a skill that we continue to refine. Our leaders in the field are highly trained and have safety as their number one priority. Expert leaders, risk assessments, quality inclusions and your financial security all come standard when you travel with us.

Please refer to our Travel Advisory page for updates on recent events, travel warnings and advice.

We strongly recommend that all clients take out travel insurance at the time of booking to cover against sickness, accident, loss of baggage, unexpected alterations to travel arrangements and travel disruption, emergency evacuation, cancellations, etc. Insurance information is enclosed with your pre-departure information. Please contact us if you would like to obtain a quote for your trip duration.

We suggest that you consult your doctor, local government inoculation centre or a travel medical specialist in order to get the most current advice regarding vaccination requirements.

Money and valuables should always be stored safely when travelling. Keep your passport with you at all times and do not leave it in your main luggage. You will need it to change money and check into hotels. Where safety deposit boxes are available, we recommend that you use them. Keep jewellery and valuables to a minimum.