discover Sicily like a local

Our Services

Your customized Sicilian Encounter can include a guided tour in Palermo, a wine tasting at a family owned vineyard, a day at the hot springs, an afternoon in an olive grove, visiting Greek ruins, a cooking class, exploring historic medieval towns, an afternoon at the beach, learning how to make ricotta cheese, a day on the Tyrrhenian Sea, a ceramic presentation, shopping, and so much more.

Lodging is located in Montevago (a quaint town 1 hour 20 minutes southwest of Palermo).

All-Inclusive ++

With our founder and owner (Jen) as your built-in tour guide, driver, and translator you will be sure to fully experience the local culture and meet the relatives. Jen is your host from the moment you land in Palermo until your return to the airport. For groups of any size (up to 20 people), an itinerary can be customized (5 to 14 days) in western Sicily.

All-Inclusive

From the moment you arrive in Palermo until your return to the airport, Sicilian Encounters takes care of everything (transfers, lodging, restaurants, activities, etc.). You will fully experience the local culture and meet our Sicilian friends. For groups of any size (up to 20 people), an itinerary can be customized (5-14 days) in western Sicily.

Lodging and Activities Only

This customizable option, for groups of any size (up to 20 people), can include any number of days/activities in western Sicily. This option allows you the flexibility to pick and choose your Sicilian Encounter while providing you with an itinerary for some or all of your days in the area.

Day Trips

If you want to explore the area but already have lodging, day trip packages are available (transfers to/from your hotel can be added). Day trip activities include a wine tasting, cooking class, boat trip, olive grove day, guided tour in Palermo or another western Sicilian town, and many more.

All pricing is based on the group size and activities chosen.

β€œJen will introduce you to the hidden gems of Sicily and some of the greatest food and hospitality you will ever experience. Jen LOVES Sicily, and you will too after being a part of the Sicilian Encounters family!

β€” MARK, SICILIAN ENCOUNTERS CLIENT