Traverse the historical city of Palermo in the mild winter weather to discover bustling markets and hidden treasures in the Arab-Norman architecture.
Morning - Private transfer to Villa Igiea with a quick stop at Palermo's beach resort, Mondello, for coffee and cannoli.
Afternoon -On this culinary tour of Palermo's charming centre, immerse yourself in the city's three most impressive food markets – Capo, Ballarò and Vucciria – tasting the different cultural influences and flavours, from spicy to sweet.
Evening - Taste one of our signature cocktails while relaxing in the Igiea Terrazza bar, surrounded by the history of this charming late 19th century palazzo. Soak up the sights of the gulf of Palermo and scents of the hotel's Mediterranean Garden.
Morning - Awake early for an exclusive morning tour of the majestic Monreale Duomo with Don Nicola Gaglio, parish priest of the Cathedral, as your private guide.
Afternoon - Explore Palermo by Fiat 500 and discover parts of the city other vehicles cannot reach. This classic Italian city car is a fun way to see the most captivating sites.
Evening - Experience a private dinner at Palazzo Alliata di Pietra Tagliata, a palace that encompasses six centuries of Sicilian history. Dine and admire its 15th-century Rococo interiors, stuccoes and frescoes.
Morning -Join a private 30-minute yoga lesson before breakfast.
Afternoon -Follow In the Footsteps of the Florio Family and get to know the rich history of Palermo through the eyes of the aristocratic family behind Villa Igiea. On your return, complete the experience with a volcanic wine tasting at Florio's bar.
Evening - Continue the Florio story with dinner at the Tonnara Florio, with a cooking class and visit to the "Quattro Pizzi", or Florio's House, a small jewel of Palermo's Belle Epoque..
Morning - Become one with nature via a meditation at the seaside before breakfast.
Afternoon - Bike the acchianata, the climbing pathway, to Santa Rosalia and visit the cave shrine of the patron saint of Palermo. Enjoy panoramic views of the city on your way.
Evening -Bid farewell to Palermo with a special opera or symphony concert at the historic Massimo Theatre, home to the Orchestra Sinfonica Siciliana. Notice the history and a work of art depicting a scene from Greek mythology, hand painted in 1891.
Morning - Enjoy a walk around the resort's grounds before breakfast.
Afternoon - Departures
Discover history, majesty and serenity at Villa Igiea: a turn-of-the-century palazzo at the perimeter of vivid Palermo, the foot of Mount Pellegrino and the Gulf of Palermo.
Discover history, majesty and serenity at Villa Igiea: a turn-of-the-century palazzo at the perimeter of vivid Palermo, the foot of Mount Pellegrino and the Gulf of Palermo.
Discover history, majesty and serenity at Villa Igiea: a turn-of-the-century palazzo at the perimeter of vivid Palermo, the foot of Mount Pellegrino and the Gulf of Palermo.