SICILY: Cinema, Mafia and Legends of the 7 DAYS - 6 NIGHTS

Upon arrival at the airport, enjoy a private transfer to your hotel in Palermo. Begin your tour with a Spanish-speaking local guide on a three-hour visit through the city’s most iconic sites. The itinerary starts in front of the imposing Teatro Massimo, a symbol of Palermo’s cultural life and a memorable setting for the finale of The Godfather III. Continue through Piazza della Memoria, dedicated to magistrates Giovanni Falcone and Paolo Borsellino, and visit the Palazzo dei Normanni, one of Europe’s oldest buildings still in use. The tour includes the Falcone-Borsellino Museum, where the history of the fight against Cosa Nostra and the sacrifices of those who confronted it are brought vividly to life. In the evening, enjoy dinner at a restaurant affiliated with the anti-mafia movement Addiopizzo, which promotes an economy free of extortion while celebrating Sicilian identity through its cuisine. Overnight in Palermo.

Breakfast at the hotel. Departure from Palermo by private car to Corleone, a town nestled among hills and vineyards in the heart of Sicily, whose name has become famous worldwide through cinema. Accompanied by a local Spanish - speaking guide, enjoy a four-hour tour that reveals the authentic spirit of the town, beyond its cinematic reputation. The itinerary includes a scenic drive through Corleone’s viewpoints, offering views of the ancient agricultural lands that shaped its identity, and a visit to the "Godfather" Museum, which explores the interplay between real history and its portrayal on the big screen. Enjoy some free time before returning to Palermo by private car. Overnight in Palermo.

Breakfast at the hotel. Departure from Palermo by private car to Cinisi, a small coastal town known for the story of Peppino Impastato, the young journalist and activist murdered by the mafia in 1978. Accompanied by a private English-speaking guide, visit the Casa Memoria Felicia e Peppino Impastato, where personal objects and family memories offer a profound reflection on civil courage and freedom of expression. The tour also evokes the spirit of the film I cento passi (The Hundred Steps, 2000), filmed in these very locations, symbolizing the short—but historically significant—distance between the young activist’s home and that of the local mafia boss. Back in Palermo, continue with a walking tour of the Kalsa neighborhood, guided in English. Explore urban murals, artists’ workshops, and artisan wineries, witnessing how creativity has transformed spaces once marked by violence into vibrant hubs of resistance and cultural renaissance. Accommodation in Palermo

Breakfast at the hotel and check-out. Departure from Palermo by private car to Cefalù, a charming coastal town whose medieval streets and sun-kissed beaches evoke landscapes reminiscent of Coppola’s cinematic universe and The Godfather. Accompanied by a private English-speaking guide, enjoy a three-hour tour of the Old Town, including an optional guided visit to the Norman Cathedral, an architectural gem and UNESCO World Heritage Site. After the tour, enjoy some free time to soak in the views and the seaside atmosphere before continuing your journey to Catania in the same private vehicle. Overnight in Catania.

Breakfast at the hotel. Departure from Catania by private car to Savoca and Forza d'Agrò. For four hours, the private English-speaking guide will accompany you as you tour the most emblematic places linked to The Godfather. In Savoca, you will visit the Bar Vitelli, where the famous scene in which Michael Corleone asks for Apollonia's hand in marriage was filmed, the church of San Nicolò, the setting for key moments in the film, and the main square, which retains the atmosphere of the small Sicilian villages of the mid-twentieth century. In Forza d'Agrò, they will explore streets and corners used in filming while enjoying panoramas of the Ionian Sea, appreciating how the landscape and architecture of these villages contributed to the cinematic authenticity. At the end of the day, return to Catania by private car. Overnight in Catania.

Breakfast at the hotel. From Catania, depart by private car for Taormina. Enjoy free time to explore the city at your own pace and, if you wish, visit the Greek Theatre, offering breathtaking panoramic views of the Ionian Sea. In the afternoon, return to Catania for a walking tour of the historic old town and the former San Berillo neighborhood with your English- speaking guide. During the walk, discover squares, markets, and spaces linked to anti- mafia initiatives, learning how the city has transformed areas marked by its recent history. Along the way, enjoy panoramic views of Catanese Baroque architecture, showcasing the city’s cultural and architectural richness. Overnight in Catania.

Check-out from the hotel and private transfer to the airport.