We’ll meet in Palermo and have a guided tour of the city center. Later on, we’ll have dinner and get ready for tomorrow.
Meals: Dinner
Accommodation: 3-star hotels, converted farms, agrotourism B&Bs or charming family-run hotels
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Join us on an 11-day hiking trip from Palermo to Caltanissetta, tracing Sicily’s historic paths through a landscape filled with stories. Begin in Palermo’s lively streets before venturing into the island’s rugged interior, where every day brings new encounters—whether it’s with ancient ruins, quaint villages, or breathtaking views. Feel the Mediterranean sun as we wander through rolling vineyards and fragrant fields, experiencing the authentic side of Sicily away from the crowds. Each stop offers a taste of local culture, with amazing meals and traditions that have stood the test of time. This is not just a hike, it’s an adventure that reveals the true spirit of Sicily!
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We will start walking from the outskirts of Palermo, and then climb the Scala dei Muli to enjoy beautiful views of Palermo’s gulf from above. Later on, we’ll walk downhill across the Arbëresh area to finish our walk in Misilmeri.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Hiking: 15 km / 9.3 miles
Elevation: +750 m / +2,460 ft, -700 m / -2,297 ft
Duration: 8 hours spent outdoors
Accommodation: 3-star hotels, converted farms, agrotourism B&Bs or charming family-run hotels
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On day 3, we will walk across Misilmeri, and then on quiet country roads (mixed terrains) along the Sconzano river. We will sleep at an agriturismo a few kilometers out of Marineo.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Hiking: 16.5 km / 10.2 miles
Elevation: +750 m / +2,460 ft, -350 m / -1,148 ft
Duration: 8.5 hours spent outdoors
Accommodation: Agrotourism B&B
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We will walk to Marineo and visit some beautiful waterfalls. Then we’ll walk to Cefalà Diana with its impressive Arab baths and the ruins of its castle. Our walk finishes in Godrano at the entrance of the Bosco della Ficuzza natural protected area.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Hiking: 17 km / 10.6 miles
Elevation: +900 m / +2,953 ft, -500 m / -1,640 ft
Duration: 9 hours spent outdoors
Accommodation: 3-star hotels, converted farms, agrotourism B&Bs or charming family-run hotels
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We will walk across the Bosco della Ficuzza natural protected area to reach Mezzojuso following dirty trails under the woods. Later on, we’ll transfer back to the agriturismo from the previous night.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Hiking: 19 km / 11.8 miles
Elevation: +500 m / +1,640 ft, -700 m / -2,297 ft
Duration: 9 hours spent outdoors
Accommodation: Agrotourism B&B
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Most of the day, we are going to be walking on shepherd tracks that follow Medieval royal roads. We will climb up to the amazing fortress of Vicari, and then we’ll keep walking across extensive pastures to the big rocks of Roccapalumba.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Hiking: 22.5 km / 14 miles
Elevation: +860 m / +2,821 ft, -890 m / -2,920 ft
Duration: 10 hours spent outdoors
Accommodation: 3-star hotels, converted farms, agrotourism B&Bs or charming family-run hotels
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On day 7, we will mostly follow shepherds’ tracks again. We’ll walk to Alia, and then to Gulfa caves with their prehistoric heritage. Later on, we’ll reach Valledolmo, getting a glimpse of the peaks of the Madonie mountains chain. The night is reserved for a stay at a luxury resort within a vineyard property.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Hiking: 26 km / 16.1 miles
Elevation: +800 m / +2,625 ft ,-700 m / -2,297 ft
Duration: 12 hours spent outdoors
Accommodation: Luxury resort / hotel within a vineyard property
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We will walk on mixed terrains and reach the towns of Vallelunga Pratameno and Villalba. From there, we will climb to the beautiful natural area of the Serre, on the slopes of Cozzo Pirtusiddu, from where we can see most of the peaks of Sicily, all the way from the Madonie down to the Sicani mountains. Later on, we’ll walk to Marianopoli and transfer back to the hotel where we have spent the previous night.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Hiking: 21 km / 13 miles
Elevation: +800 m / +2,625 ft, -800 m / -2,625 ft
Duration: 10 hours spent outdoors
Accommodation: Luxury resort / hotel within a vineyard property
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We will drive back to Marianopoli and climb up to Monte Mimiani. After that, we’ll reach the natural protected area of Montegarufi, which is very interesting for its mining and geological heritage. Later on, we’re transferring to the center of Caltanissetta.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Hiking: 23 km / 14.3 miles
Elevation: +600 m / +1,968 ft, -700 m / -2,297 ft
Duration: 10.5 hours spent outdoors
Accommodation: 3-star hotels, converted farms, agrotourism B&Bs or charming family-run hotels
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After breakfast, we have a day off to enjoy the city and do whatever we want to do. Eat, drink, walk, sightsee, mingle with the locals, drink too many cups of coffee—the choice is ours alone.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: 3-star hotels, converted farms, agrotourism B&Bs or charming family-run hotels
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Our trip comes to an end! On our last day, we transfer to the airport in Catania. If you’d wish to extend your stay, please contact us so we can make further arrangements.
Meals: Breakfast
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Please note that there can be last minute changes due to unforeseen circumstances such as extreme weather, earthquakes, volcano eruptions, pandemics, and events of similar nature.
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What you get on this adventure:
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- An experienced, local hiking guide with extensive knowledge of the area and a support person, from Day 1 to Day 9
- 11-day Sicily hiking tour (8 days of hiking), either from Palermo to Caltanissetta or from Caltanissetta to Noto
- Almost all meals, as listed in the itinerary
- Accommodation for 10 nights in 3-star hotels, converted farms, agrotourism B&Bs or charming family-run hotels, depending on what’s available
- Luggage transfer
- People transfer when required by the tour schedule and/or because of clients’ needs during the walks
- Round-trip airport transfers for the Caltanissetta to Noto tour (Day 1 and Day 11)
- Transfer to the airport on Day 11 for the Palermo to Caltanissetta tour
- Basic health insurance (does not include repatriation)
What’s not included:
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- Flights to Italy
- Transfer from the airport to Palermo on Day 1 of the Palermo to Caltanissetta tour
- Meals not included in the itinerary
- Entry tickets/parking
- Guide gratuities — optional
- Extra drinks
- City taxes (where applicable; payable on site upon check-out)
- Additional nights (extended stay)
- Adequate insurance that covers repatriation costs — mandatory
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This Sicily hiking trip can be completed by any generally fit hikers with previous experience with multi-day hikes, who are prepared to walk between 8-10 hours per day. The most important thing to take into account is the significant number of days that you will spend trekking. It will greatly help your enjoyment of the trek to arrive fit at the start, used to walks of similar distance and height gain to those that you are about to face.
We will mostly walk on easy terrains, graveled roads, and sometimes asphalt, but the distances and elevation gain and loss can be challenging. You can find day-by-day distances and elevation changes in the itinerary. Remember that you will be carrying only a small backpack while your luggage will be transferred. If anything happens and you need to rest and skip some sections of the walk, your guides will be there to help.
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Here’s a list of the equipment you need to bring:
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- Day pack large enough to carry all the items listed (around a 25-40L bag)
- Hiking poles — optional
- Water bottle or hydration bladder (2L capacity)
- Comfortable hiking clothes
- Spare clothes for layering
- Waterproof rain jacket
- Sunhat
- Toiletries (sunscreen, hand sanitizer, bug spray, toilet paper, etc.)
- Headlamp or flashlight
- Sunglasses
- Camera — optional (but recommended)
- Sturdy walking shoes or boots
Dress comfortably and for the weather in clothes you can move in. We suggest bringing clothing appropriate for the season. Layers are best and don’t wear jeans.
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We will provide accommodation at the most characteristic and comfortable hotels in the area, within a 30-minute drive from the end of the walk. The accommodation level will be inevitably varied (3-star hotels, converted farms, agrotourism B&Bs, and charming family-run hotels), depending on what is available in the area.
Double or single rooms with en-suite baths will be available every night. Details will be available during the booking process on the final program.
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Group sizes and pricing
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- For this hiking trip in Sicily, the usual client-to-guide ratio is 10:1.
- It takes a minimum of 6 people for this tour to operate. The maximum group size is set at 10 participants.
Hiking in Sicily can be arranged for larger groups. Contact us to make arrangements.
Min. age requirements
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- If you are older than 18, you’re good to go.
- Minors younger than 18 may be permitted to join the hike on a case-by-case basis, but must be in the presence of a parent or legal guardian.
If your group has hikers under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.
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The starting point of your Sicily hiking trip from Palermo to Caltanissetta is Palermo. To get there, most people fly into Falcone-Borsellino Airport (PMO / LICJ). From there, you can take a shuttle service, public transport, or rent a car to reach Palermo.
The starting point of your Sicily hiking trip from Caltanissetta to Noto is Caltanissetta. To get there, most people fly into Catania–Fontanarossa Airport (IATA: CTA, ICAO: LICC). Once at the Catania Airport, a private transfer vehicle will take you to Caltanissetta.
Once you’re there, you will meet your guide at a predetermined time in a predetermined location. Your guide will send you detailed instructions before the trip starts.
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