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The Ultimate 10 day Sicily Itinerary

If you have 10 days in Sicily, Italy, and are trying to plan the perfect route to see as much as possible then read on to learn about my own 10 day Sicily itinerary

Sicily has long been on the bucket list – ever since a friend told me the best Italian food is found in Sicily! Mmmmm Italian food… So when I found myself with 10 days off in April, I jumped at the chance to take a road trip around Sicily. The only problem was deciding what to include in my 10 day Sicily Itinerary – there are just so many things to do in Sicily, I could have easily occupied myself for a month!

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So whilst this is the 10 day Sicily Itinerary I followed, it could easily be a 14 day Sicily itinerary as I did pack a lot in and in an ideal world, I would have benefited from a few R&R days in between! However, I’m one of those people who gets serious FOMO (that’s ‘fear of missing out’ btw!) So I knew that the effort of travelling around Sicily in 10 days would be worth it to tick off everything on my Sicily bucket list.

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An Overview of this 10 day Sicily Itinerary

Day 1-2 Taormina

Day 3 Mt Etna

Day 4 Cefalu

Day 5 Zingaroo National Park hike

Day 6 Favignana

Day 7 Scala Dei Turchi and The Valley of the Temples

Day 8 Ragusa

Day 9 Noto and Marzamemmi

Day 10 Syracuse

A Map of this Sicily Itinerary

As you can see, it is possible to see most of the highlights of Sicily in 10 days…

Travel Resources for booking your 10 days in Sicily

I have been solo travelling for 16 years and have sampled, tested and refined my personal list of travel go-to’s for booking my trips to make my booking system simple and hassle-free! Here are the travel resources I personally love and use regularly including for planning several Italy road trips I’ve taken previously.

For hiring a car in Italy, my best experience so far has been with Europcar. It was smooth and painless and they even offered me an upgrade. I’ve rented cars in Italy with several companies and trust me, they are not all equal…

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For hotels, I use Booking.com which has the best deals, huge choice and an easy to use interface. You can narrow your search by a huge number of variables helping you to narrow down your perfect hotel at the perfect price. You can even now connect with other travellers to share tips.

Sometimes, I prefer a self-catered accommodation in which case I use Airbnb. You can get a $45 discount off your first booking here.

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Right let’s get onto the good bit…

So here it is, the best 10 Day Sicily Itinerary…

I will include where I suggest you take the extra time if you more than 10 days in Sicily!

Day 1 in Sicily- Taormina

Fly into Catania airport, pick up a hire car and head to Taormina.

I chose to skip Catania itself due to limited time but that said, I’ve heard it’s a nice city to visit. Perhaps give this article a read about things to see in Catania.

Taormina is a one hours drive, mostly on a dual carriageway so fairly straightforward. You may have a few hairpin bends to contend with once you reach Taormina but with views like that, it makes it all worthwhile.

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You may want to head over to my Driving in Sicily article for lots of tips on hiring a car and driving in Sicily where the drivers are notoriously stressful and car hire companies are often out to fleece you! That said, I would always recommend travelling around Sicily in a hire car – it allows you total freedom to explore at your own pace and reach places you’d otherwise find it hard to get to! Just read my post first!

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Taormina is such a lovely place to wander around at night when the old cobbled streets are beautifully lit up with street lanterns. You’ll want to stay as close to the old town as possible. This can be tricky if you have a hire car as most of the hotels won’t have parking available. I did find a little gem Hotel Natalina. Its decor could probably do with a revamp but what it lacked in aesthetics, it made up for in character. The little guest house a 5-minute walk from the Old town, had the friendliest staff I’ve ever encountered. One lady, Eva, even helped me plan my entire Sicily Itinerary. They parked my car for me, delivered it on the last day and when I missed breakfast, they had kept me back some fresh croissants and fruit juice so that I wouldn’t go hungry!

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Once you arrive in Taormina, head to Isola Bella beach via the cable car and enjoy the sunset at the beach. There’s a cute little island that is only reached at low tide. Then I suggest you take the cable car back up to the Old Town and find yourself somewhere lovely for your first dinner in Sicily. You may want to check out my Taormina restaurant guide!

Day 2 in Sicily – Taormina

Get up early and head to the amphitheatre. A word of warning, this place gets seriously crowded. With good reason, I might add. The amphitheatre is seriously impressive, not only for its well-preserved architecture and the history contained within the walls but also for its enviable position. Perched on the cliffs overlooking the ocean and with Mt Etna in the distance.

I would advise you beat the crowds and turn up a little before 9 AM so you can appreciate the view in peace and quiet before the tour buses filled with selfie fanatics rocks up!

sicily taormina amphitheatre

Once you’ve explored the Amphitheatre, your next stop is the botanical gardens. Taormina can get busy but this is a little oasis of calm with beautiful sea views. Find a shady bench and relax with a book a while.

botanical gardens taormina sicily

Enjoy lunch with a sea view before winding your way through cobbled alleys to the main street, perhaps shopping for Italian souvenirs. Taormina’s walled city is brimming with character and you can easily while away a few hours exploring the streets, cafes and shops.

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Finally, before the sun sets, jump on a bus from the main bus station headed for Castelmolla. Perched high on the cliffs overlooking Taormina is this cute village which is lovely for a wander but even better for sunset views over Taormina.

You can either choose to eat here or head back to Taormina for dinner but be sure to check when the last bus goes back to town – the service is restricted on Sundays which I found out the hard way…

Other Things to do in Taormina

Day 3 in Sicily – Mt Etna

Mt Etna is iconic to Sicily and you can’t miss it when visiting. It’s got to be up there as one of the best things to do in Sicily! I got my first sighting shortly after leaving the airport. Seemingly rising from nowhere, this massive snow-capped active volcano commands your attention, what a view to see so soon after arriving!

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There are several ways to see Mt Etna. I took a tour which stopped off at various places along the way including some cheese and wine tasting, a stop off at an impressive Baroque cathedral and a trip to Randazzo markets. I love visiting markets which is why I chose this trip, however, personally I found Randazzo market a little disappointing. It was a good size but sold mostly basic food produce and day to day life essentials, not the handicraft market I was hoping for.

I had also been under the impression we would be walking on Mt Etna and had come fully prepared in hiking boots. Turns out I was wrong, there was some communication error along the way! We did visit Mt Etna but it was a quick stop to admire the old lava streams and the impressive views of the snow-capped volcano.

Don’t get me wrong, I enjoyed this but it wasn’t the hiking experience I had hoped for! I did, however, have great fun sending my new drone up to get some photo and video footage. Though I did have a little panic when my phone and drone became disconnected! Luckily it has a handy ‘back to home’ feature so after 20 seconds of pure panic, my clever drone flew right back to me, landing by my feet! (If you’re curious, I’m using a DJIspark and so far I’m loving it. I’ll probably write a post about it soon so keep your eyes peeled!)

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I don’t regret taking a tour, it was a great way to meet people and our guide Santos was knowledgeable and friendly. But if I were to visit again, I would head to the Taormina side of Mt Etna and actually do some of the trek. If you want to do a guided hike to the summit f Mt Etna, you can book it here.

There is also a cable car which takes you part way and you can arrange for jeeps to meet you and take you to the top crater. There is also the option to do some of the hike by yourself I’ve been told but I wouldn’t recommend this unless you are used to hiking and navigating yourself!

Top Tip! It’s colder at higher altitude when visiting Mt Etna and the weather is more unpredictable – take a raincoat and a warm jumper!

Day 4 in Sicily – Cefalu

Here is somewhere I would have loved to have stayed longer so if you have longer than 10 days in Sicily, factor another day in Cefalu into your Sicily itinerary!

The drive itself was an easy 2.5-hour trip, mostly on the dual carriageway. There are lot’s of toll roads so keep plenty of spare change handy! Service stations are few and far between so make use of them when you do spot them!

Cefalu can be tricky to drive around so make sure you have your satnav turned on and pay close attention to the road signs. I speak from experience as I ended up driving up tiny cobbled alleys in the old town which were definitely not suitable for my car!

You will find parking on the Promenade Giuseppe Giardina and from there it is a short stroll to Cefalu beach. One of the few sandy beaches I found in Sicily, this is definitely a beach where you could happily while away a few hours. Sadly having taken a longer lie-in than planned, I didn’t have enough time to take a swim but the water looked so inviting!

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Stroll through the old town admiring the narrow cobbled alleys and quirky shops until you reach the little jetty which you can walk along for brilliant views of Cefalu. After this, take a wander through the old town until you come to the main square.

Here you can visit the Cathedral,  Duomo di Cefalù and admire the intricate architecture and interiors. Outside it the square, there are several restaurants, I enjoyed lunch here soaking up the atmosphere and enjoying the sunshine!

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Consider staying slightly out of town at Turismo Rurale – a beautiful bed & breakfast about a 10-minute drive from Cefalu. The peace and quiet and stunning sea views are well worth the 10-minute drive.

It was my favourite place I stayed throughout my trip to Sicily. The beautiful farmhouse was tastefully decorated with stunning one-off pieces of antique furniture. The pool was beautiful with plenty of places to sit outside and enjoy the glorious Italian weather.

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urismo rurale cefalu vintage decor

Whilst the menu for dinner is limited as it is not an official restaurant, there is usually 3 or 4 options including a meat, fish, vegetarian and pasta dish. I enjoyed the nicest pasta dish I had whilst in Sicily.

Pasta in a rich tomato sauce with aubergines washed down with a glass of white wine and finished with some Tiramisu. Delicious! The best thing about this accommodation was the price!

At only €37/night, it was an absolute bargain!

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If I had an extra day in Sicily, I would take a relaxing day spent by the pool or at Cefalu beach. I’m so sad I didn’t have time to do this!

Other things to do in Cefalu

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Day 5 in Sicily – Hike the Zingaro Nature Reserve

After a truly delicious breakfast at Turismo Rurale, it’s time to hit the road again headed for the north-west part of Sicily. Again, it’s about a 2.5-hour drive, easy to navigate.

I decided to skip Sicily’s capital and whilst there are plenty of great things to do in Palermo, I generally prefer visiting smaller cities and rural places, especially in a place as beautiful as Sicily. But you may want to consider factoring in an extra day in for exploring Palermo if you have time. 

Your first stop should be Scopello. This tiny seaside village is a popular spot for swimming but is equally lovely to view from the cliffs above and makes for a scenic photo.

The best photo spot is not so easy to find. Look out for a restaurant with a carpark on your left. Just around the corner on the right is a little road with signs which say only guests can use it. Just beyond this, there is a little clearing on the right. Park your car on the side of the road and follow the clearing to check out this view:

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From here I continued on along the same road to reach Zingaro Nature Reserve. You can stop for picnic supplies at a little cafe/take away and deli counter which is seen a few minutes before you reach the restaurant I mentioned above.

Entry into the nature reserve is €5 but don’t be stung by the €5 parking fee as well. Before you reach the entrance, you’ll see a field being used for parking with a parking attendant charging €5 per car. This is NOT the official car park which is actually free! Yep, I fell for this, please don’t do the same!

The walk through the nature reserve is absolutely lovely. You will stop off at various coves and beaches – many of which are great swimming spots. The walk isn’t particularly arduous but I do recommend walking boots as the shingle on the path can get a bit slippy! I twisted my ankle in trainers so I would definitely take sturdier boots next time!

That said, I saw plenty of people just in flip flops so if you don’t have boots, you should still explore the nature reserve but take your time!

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There didn’t seem to be a lot of accommodation options here so I pushed on to Trapani, a 45-minute drive away. My accommodation at Bed & Breakfast Casalicchio, was lovely. However, despite what it said on hostelworld, there was no parking so I had to park in a free public car park and spent the next few days worrying about car theft. Fortunately, the car survived!

If I had an extra day, I would have stayed somewhere more local and spend extra time exploring the Zingaro Nature Reserve. The full walk will take a full day although you can walk as much or as little of the route as you want!

Day 6 in Sicily – A day trip to Favignana

Head to the Trapani port where you can hop on a 30-minute ferry ride to Favignana, a beautiful island in the Aegadian archipelago. You can buy your tickets there or prebook them if you visit in the busy season.

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Favignana is well worth a day trip and I think may have been my favourite place in Sicily. Such a tough call! Favignana has been compared to the Caribbean and it’s easy to see why – I’ve never seen an ocean that colour in Europe – it was spectacular!

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It’s a tiny island so you won’t need a car to get around. Instead, I recommend you hire a bike and leisurely explore the island stopping off at beaches and swimming spots. I’ve written an article all about day tripping to Favignana. Go check it out and let me know if you’ve seen water like that anywhere else in Europe!

If you have extra time, you may wish to visit another of the Aegadian islands or to explore Trapani in more depth. The little of it I saw looked very nice!

If you want to see more than one of the Aegadian islands, another option would be to book an island sailing trip such as this one which visits Levanzo and Favignana.

Other things to do in and around Trapani

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Day 7 in Sicily – Scala Dei Turchi and The Valley of the Temples

Get up early and head to Agrigento. It’s a 2.5-hour pleasant drive through plenty of wineries.  If you only have the one day here, Your first stop should be Scala Dei Turchi followed by The Valley of the Temples. However, if you have the luxury of an extra night here you may consider switching them around to see Scala Dei Turchi at sunset which I’ve been told is spectacular.

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Scala Dei Turchi which translates to ‘Scale of the Turks’ as it is believed the Turkish found shelter here in ancient times. It is a huge beautiful white limestone cliff where years of erosion has created an impressive staircase case effect.

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There is a lovely seafood restaurant on the beach however their main menu has extortionate prices! Instead, ask specifically for the lunch menu which is a lot more reasonable!

After lunch on the beach, hop back in your hire car and head to The Valley of The Temples – only a 10 minute drive away. If you’ve done your Sicily research you won’t have failed to have seen these impressive monuments decorating most Sicily tourism websites.

An outstanding example of Greek architecture, the sheer size and excellent preservation of these monuments and temples is impressive and well worth a visit. Take plenty of water as there are only a few cafes to stop at along the way.

The Valley of the Temples is easy to explore on your own, but looking back, it would have been nice to have had an audio guide so that I actually knew what I was looking at! Save time (which is precious on this Sicily itinerary) and pre-book your tickets with an audio guide. You can do so here with Get Your Guide, a company I use personally and trust.

Also be aware, as a UNESCO world heritage site, drones are not allowed and if you are driving on that evening, you will need to leave your drone in your car if you own one!

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You could choose to stay somewhere local but I was told Agrigento itself wasn’t particularly exciting and to carry onto my next destination near the Baroque cities. I stayed at Valle dell’ Acanto a charming farmhouse B&B conveniently located within easy reach of all the Baroque Cities. The most popular being Noto, Ragusa, Modica and Scicli.

Day 8 in Sicily – Ragusa

To experience all the Baroque cities in all their glory, you will need to allocate a whole week! So I chose to visit just a couple, focussing my efforts mostly on Ragusa after seeing some stunning photos which piqued my interest.

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The main place on most peoples Ragusa hit list, is the view spot which overlooks the whole of the old town, framed by the beautiful blue dome of the church Santa Maria dell’Itria.

This can be reached by following the steps which start in the Piazza Della Republicca opposite the Church of the Holy Souls. The stairs lead to a road which divides Ragusa new town and old town – Ragusa Ibla. Follow it uphill and on your right, you will be rewarded with the most spectacular views.

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a wedding at duomo san giorgio cathedral - a great stop on your 10 day sicily itinerary

Back in the Piazza Della Republica, there is a great restaurant on a balcony directly next to the steps to the viewpoint. I cannot recall its name but the food there was so delicious that I can’t omit it from this article! It’s the only restaurant in this particular piazza (as of April 2018) so you really can’t miss it!

After a delicious feast – I recommend the beef rolled in fruity breadcrumbs – it’s time to explore the many cobbled alleys and old churches Ragusa has to offer. Make sure to stop off at Duomo San Giorgio cathedral – you can’t miss it!

Top tip! If you want to free up some time in your Sicily itinerary, you could take a 3 Baroque city tour to visit Ragusa, Noto and Modica in one day. This way you can afford a chill day on a beach on your last full day in Sicily.

Day 9 in Sicily  – Marzamemmi and Noto

After a leisurely lie in – go on, you deserve it after all those road trips – head out to Marzamemmi, a cute seaside village. It’s a great spot for lunch with oodles of quaint restaurants to choose from and shops to browse. I chose a little seafood restaurant which was fantastic but I still had food envy when I walked past every single restaurant. It all looked so delicious – definitely a foodies paradise!

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After lunch at Marzamemmi and taking a few photos – it’s ridiculously photogenic – I headed to a nature reserve a little further up the coast, the Riserva Naturale Orientata Oasi Faunistica di Vendicari. A great spot if you like bird watching but otherwise just a really peaceful place to take a nice stroll and appreciate some of the flora and fauna in Sicily, culminating in a long stretch of sandy beach.

Another great spot to stop at is Lido di Noto – a huge stretch of white sandy beach with great waves – I spent some time watching the windsurfers before jumping back in the car and headed for the Baroque city of Noto for a sunset city stroll and dinner. Noto looked like a great city and if you have spare time, you may want to take an extra day to explore Noto in more depth.

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Day 10 in Sicily – The Airport via Syracuse

On your last day in Sicily, stop off at Syracuse and visit the old town – Ortigia. Ortigia is a lovely old town that can be explored in half a day but equally would be easy to while away several days in a more leisurely fashion. With restaurants aplenty, a couple of shingle beaches to relax on and plenty of atmospheric streets and plazas to sip a prosecco and people watch.

syracuse a stop on your 10 day sicily itinerary

I fully recommend taking lunch at A’levante. It’s set away from other restaurants and doesn’t look particularly impressive but I was hungry so stopped anyway to prevent the ‘hanger’ setting in! Boy am I glad I did as it was my absolute favourite meal of my whole trip. I had the grilled sea bass and a side of roasted veg – my mouth is watering just thinking about it!

Other things to do in Syracuse if you have time…

Time to wave goodbye…

Catania airport is a 40-minute drive from Syracuse but I recommend allowing longer as the traffic is pretty bad! If you have extra time, I’ve heard the beach at Brucoli is also worth a visit.

Sadly, your trip has come to an end so it’s time to bid a fond farewell to Sicily but hopefully, if you have followed this 10 day Sicily itinerary, you will feel like you have experienced the true Sicily and seen most of the island’s highlights!

Seeing so much of Sicily in 10 days is going to be hectic but totally 100% worth it!

If all this driving just sounds like a lot of hard work to you then there is another way of seeing many of Sicily’s highlights! You could take a G Adventures Sicily Tour. Whilst I travelled Sicily on a solo road trip, I have taken 8 G Adventures trips in the past and trust them completely to be able to recommend them! Check out their 8-day tour here. You could then tag on an extra 2 nights somewhere with a beach for some R&R…


 A 10 Day Sicily road trip packing list

Here are a few things you shouldn’t forget when you are packing for a road trip in Sicily…

  • A phone holder for your hire car. Ditch the expensive GPS hire, download maps.me on your phone for offline GPS maps and take a phone holder to mount your phone (aka new satnav) to the air vent or window screen. This one allows you to do both.
  • Packing cubes. You’ll be living out of your suitcase or backpack on a road trip so make life easier and get some packing cubes. This revolutionised my packing. These ones are great as they have a shoe bag and laundry bag included as well as various size cubes for all your clothes.
  • A paper map. Whilst Maps.me is great, there are times when you need a good old fashioned paper map like this one, for example, if your phone runs out of battery.
  • A kindle. It’s always great to have a good book to read in the evenings or over dinner, especially if you are travelling alone like I was. Save on space by getting a Kindle. The new kindles which you can see here are also waterproof so perfect for taking to the beach.
  • A quick dry towel. You’ll no doubt be lured by the perfect azure water more than once as you drive along the coast. Make sure you take a travel towel which is light-weight, sand-free, antibacterial and quick drying like these fun colourful ones from Dock and Bay.
  • Sun cream – and lots of it!
  • Comfy Sandals. You’ll be doing lots of walking on this Sicily itinerary so make sure you have comfy footwear. Did you know UGGS makes sandals now? And they’re just as comfy as their fleece-lined boot-cousins! Check out how pretty they are here...
  • A good camera. This is a seriously photogenic island, you’ll want a decent camera to do it justice. For beginner photographers, I’d recommend the Nikon D5600 which is what I started on. Alternatively, if you want a lighter camera then the Sony A600 would be a good camera to start with. I’ve recently upgraded to this one and so far I’m in love…
  • 2 or more swimsuits. You will be swimming a lot, be it in hotel swimming pools or in the ocean. So pack at least 2 swimsuits.
  • A theft-proof travel bag. Theft is common in Sicily so give yourself peace of mind and invest in a theft-proof travel bag like this one.

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So are there any must see’s I’ve missed? Have you been to Sicily or are you planning a trip? I’d love to hear from you! What’s on your Sicily bucket list or how would you spend 10 days in Sicily? As always, I appreciate your help to share this article – just click on any of the links or pins below to share with your family and friends! Grazie!

This Post Has 19 Comments

  1. Wow this sounds magical! For some reason I thought of Sicily as this tiny little island with only a couple days of activities, so ten days full of fun was quite the great surprise!

    1. theglobetrottergp

      You could easily spend 3 weeks here. It was a lot to fit in to 10 days. Easily doable but I’d say 14 is best!

  2. Or

    I love that your itinerary includes cities, villages, hikes and beaches. I’ll definitely come back to this post when I’ll plan a trip to Sicily. ?

    1. theglobetrottergp

      Variety is the spice of life!!

  3. Parnashree Devi

    This is such a helpful post. I loved the itinerary and the pictures are stumstun.

    1. theglobetrottergp

      Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it!

  4. Anna

    I had no idea there was so much to see in Sicily! My husband visited for work once but I think I could drag him back if I show him your post ☺️

    1. theglobetrottergp

      Haha definitely get him to agree to go back. There’s so much to do there! I was surprised by how big it was.

  5. Lindsey

    There are SO MANY places I want to go in Italy – this is definitely one of them (over some of the big cities too)! Thanks for this helpful guide!

    1. theglobetrottergp

      I always prefer getting off the beaten track!

  6. Ana Ro

    Sending this to my mum, she’s going to Sicily in a couple of months! Great itinerary, I’m sure she’ll find it useful!

    1. theglobetrottergp

      Brilliant, I hope she has an amazing time!

    2. theglobetrottergp

      Tell her to stay at truisms rural in Cefalu! Nicest place I’ve stayed ever!

  7. Rachel

    So hard to squash Sicily into ten days and I agree, the compromise between R&R and FOMO is a tight rope to walk! We have focused on the south east corner on our recent trip to try to nail the balance – we’ve included Palermo, an agriturismo outside Naro to take in the Valley of the Temples, Agrigento (definitely worth a stop for lunch and a wander) and Scala di Turchi, two days driving between Ragusa, Modica and Noto with a few little stops in between, Syracuse and Etna.

    1. theglobetrottergp

      Yes Sicily in 10 days is pretty fast paced! Depends on your style of travel. There are some amazing places in the South East. Though if you go back at any point, i highly recommend favignana!

  8. Terry

    Thanks for the great description and suggestions for Sicily. I am wondering why you did not visit Palermo?
    As I plan my trip I will consider more time in Cefalu, based on what you wrote. A day at the beach is always good.
    Terry

    1. theglobetrottergp

      Palermo should absolutely be on your itinerary if you have longer. But with 10 days, I had to miss some stuff and Im more of a country bumpkin than a city girl. Most of the itineraries on my website focus on more outdoorsy adventure travel with a little city stuff thrown in for good measure!

  9. Danielle

    This was so helpful! I’m going to Sicily in a week and after meeting you at Traverse I remember you saying you had a tonne of Italian content so I came straight here when I started to look into where specifically to go, haha. Ended up starring so many things on my maps, and I’m so glad that I’m not going to be limited on time so that I can see all of the places you mentioned and have some days in between for relaxing!

    Excellent guide, thank you <3

    1. theglobetrottergp

      Awesome, so glad it was useful for you! Have an amazing time in Sicily – it’s certainly a beautiful place! Hope you had a fab time in Pisa too!

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