HIDDEN SICILY GRAND JOURNEY
7 Days / 6 Nights · Villa Santa Margherita · Maximum 8 Guests
€3,280 per person · Early Booking Rate €2,950
Come to Sicily as our guest
From our olive grove to two Michelin stars
YOUR HOME IN SICILY FOR SIX NIGHTS
Villa Santa Margherita is not a hotel chosen for the journey. It is the reason the journey begins here.
It is our own restored 17th-century estate, with only five guest rooms, surrounded by olive groves, gardens and countryside in the Monti Iblei.
It is our own restored 17th-century estate, with only five guest rooms, surrounded by olive groves, gardens and countryside in the Monti Iblei.
For all six nights, this is your home in Sicily — and the place from which we introduce you to our Sicily.
- TASTEOur own St. Margherita DOP BIO olive oil.
Cooking with Chef Claudio Ruta.
Cerasuolo di Vittoria at Tenuta Bastonaca.
Cioccolato di Modica IGP.
Lunch at Ciccio Sultano’s Il Duomo, 2 Michelin Stars. - RHYTHMBreakfast at Santa Margherita.
Days devoted to Sicily — its towns, wine and people.
Time to return to the Villa, swim, walk or simply slow down.
Evenings around the table, without rushing on to the next hotel. - HOMEVilla Santa Margherita, with 17th-century origins.
Five guest rooms, 11 hectares of olive groves and gardens.
A panoramic pool in season, centuries-old trees and a maximum of eight guests. -
SEVEN DAYS IN SICILY
One historic home. Seven days through food, wine, history and craftsmanship.
Modica · Syracuse · Vittoria · Caltagirone · Ragusa · Santa Margherita
Each day has its own rhythm. Not every hour is programmed.
One historic home. Seven days through food, wine, history and craftsmanship.
Modica · Syracuse · Vittoria · Caltagirone · Ragusa · Santa Margherita
Each day has its own rhythm. Not every hour is programmed.
- DAY 1
SANTA MARGHERITA & CHIARAMONTE GULFIArrive in Sicily and transfer to Villa Santa Margherita. Settle into our 17th-century estate, surrounded by olive groves, gardens and centuries-old trees.
Taste our own St. Margherita DOP BIO Extra Virgin Olive Oil with Sicilian bread and local wine.
Towards evening, discover ancient Chiaramonte Gulfi, followed by a welcome dinner at a local restaurant. - DAY 2
MODICA & COOKING WITH CHEF CLAUDIO RUTA
Explore UNESCO-listed Modica with a licensed guide and taste Cioccolato di Modica IGP before a light lunch and free time.
Back at Santa Margherita, Chef Claudio Ruta joins us for a private hands-on cooking experience using seasonal Sicilian ingredients and our own olive oil. Ruta was the chef at La Fenice when the restaurant received its Michelin star in 2010.
What we cook together becomes dinner. - DAY 3
ANCIENT SYRACUSE & ORTIGIA
A full day with a licensed guide in Syracuse: the Greek Theatre, the Ear of Dionysius and the Neapolis Archaeological Park.
Continue to Ortigia, where the Cathedral still incorporates columns of the 5th-century BC Temple of Athena.
After lunch and free time in Ortigia, return to Santa Margherita for local pizza and Sicilian wine.
- DAY 4
VITTORIA WINE COUNTRY & CALTAGIRONE CERAMICSAt Tenuta Bastonaca, sommelier Giovanni Carbone introduces Frappato, Nero d’Avola and Cerasuolo di Vittoria DOCG — Sicily’s only DOCG. Winery visit, tasting and lunch at the estate.
Then Caltagirone and Atelier Navanzino. With Antonino Navanzino, paint your own ceramic piece during a three-hour hands-on workshop.
It is fired in the atelier and returned before departure. - DAY 5
RAGUSA & IL DUOMO,
2 MICHELIN STARSDiscover Ragusa with a licensed guide, walking from Ragusa Superiore to Ragusa Ibla and tracing the city’s rebirth after the earthquake of 1693.
Then sit down for lunch at Ciccio Sultano’s Il Duomo, awarded 2 Michelin Stars.
The afternoon is deliberately free: gardens, coffee, gelato, small shops or simply another walk through Ragusa Ibla. - DAY 6
VILLA SLOW DAY & SICILIAN KITCHEN
No early departure today.
Enjoy breakfast, the gardens, olive groves, countryside walks and the panoramic pool in season. A light lunch is included.
Later comes our second hands-on cooking experience — deliberately different from Day 2, with a more regional, domestic Sicilian kitchen based on local family recipes.
What we prepare together becomes our farewell dinner. - DAY 7
TWO PIECES OF SICILY & DEPARTURE
One final breakfast at Santa Margherita.
Before leaving, every guest takes home two personal pieces of the journey:
your hand-painted and fired Caltagirone ceramic
and
a bottle of our St. Margherita DOP BIO Extra Virgin Olive Oil.
Scheduled group departure transfer follows.
VILLA SANTA MARGHERITA
A 17th-century Sicilian estate set within approximately 11 hectares of olive groves, gardens and countryside in the Monti Iblei.
A stone from the estate’s old olive press bears the date 1815.
Once the residence of Bishop Rosso, Santa Margherita still preserves traces of its past, including an ancient Christian rock sanctuary with surviving frescoes.
We restored the estate while keeping its character: five guest rooms, centuries-old olive trees, gardens and the quiet of the countryside.
Today, we produce our own St. Margherita DOP BIO Extra Virgin Olive Oil here from indigenous Tonda Iblea olives grown around the Villa.
A 17th-century Sicilian estate set within approximately 11 hectares of olive groves, gardens and countryside in the Monti Iblei.
A stone from the estate’s old olive press bears the date 1815.
Once the residence of Bishop Rosso, Santa Margherita still preserves traces of its past, including an ancient Christian rock sanctuary with surviving frescoes.
We restored the estate while keeping its character: five guest rooms, centuries-old olive trees, gardens and the quiet of the countryside.
Today, we produce our own St. Margherita DOP BIO Extra Virgin Olive Oil here from indigenous Tonda Iblea olives grown around the Villa.
VILLA SANTA MARGHERITA
A 17th-century Sicilian estate set within approximately 11 hectares of olive groves, gardens and countryside in the Monti Iblei.
A stone from the estate’s old olive press bears the date 1815.
Once the residence of Bishop Rosso, Santa Margherita still preserves traces of its past, including an ancient Christian rock sanctuary with surviving frescoes.
We restored the estate while keeping its character: five guest rooms, centuries-old olive trees, gardens and the quiet of the countryside.
Today, we produce our own St. Margherita DOP BIO Extra Virgin Olive Oil here from indigenous Tonda Iblea olives grown around the Villa.
A 17th-century Sicilian estate set within approximately 11 hectares of olive groves, gardens and countryside in the Monti Iblei.
A stone from the estate’s old olive press bears the date 1815.
Once the residence of Bishop Rosso, Santa Margherita still preserves traces of its past, including an ancient Christian rock sanctuary with surviving frescoes.
We restored the estate while keeping its character: five guest rooms, centuries-old olive trees, gardens and the quiet of the countryside.
Today, we produce our own St. Margherita DOP BIO Extra Virgin Olive Oil here from indigenous Tonda Iblea olives grown around the Villa.
NATALIA
Host of Villa Santa Margherita
I have lived in Sicily for many years, and together with my family restored Villa Santa Margherita — our 17th-century estate in southeastern Sicily.
I work with our St. Margherita DOP BIO Extra Virgin Olive Oil and trained as a sommelier.
Hidden Sicily began with friends coming to stay. We started taking them to the wineries, restaurants, towns and people we ourselves returned to.
Today I personally shape each journey and remain with our guests throughout the week.
Host of Villa Santa Margherita
I have lived in Sicily for many years, and together with my family restored Villa Santa Margherita — our 17th-century estate in southeastern Sicily.
I work with our St. Margherita DOP BIO Extra Virgin Olive Oil and trained as a sommelier.
Hidden Sicily began with friends coming to stay. We started taking them to the wineries, restaurants, towns and people we ourselves returned to.
Today I personally shape each journey and remain with our guests throughout the week.
STAY AT VILLA SANTA MARGHERITA
Historic character. Modern comfort.
And the freedom of having space around you.
11 HECTARES OF SICILIAN COUNTRYSIDE
Olive groves, gardens and centuries-old trees.
A place with its own horizon.
ONLY FIVE GUEST ROOMS
Individually furnished rooms with ensuite bathrooms, air conditioning and Wi-Fi.
The intimacy of a historic home, with the comfort you expect today.
PANORAMIC SWIMMING POOL
Open in season, with views across the Monti Iblei.
Time to swim, read or simply stay at the Villa between journeys.
LIFE AT SANTA MARGHERITA
Breakfast in the garden. A walk through the olive groves.
A quiet hour before aperitivo.
Not every moment needs to be programmed.
SMALL BY DESIGN
Five rooms. Maximum eight guests.
Enough privacy when you want it — and one table when everyone comes together.
Historic character. Modern comfort.
And the freedom of having space around you.
11 HECTARES OF SICILIAN COUNTRYSIDE
Olive groves, gardens and centuries-old trees.
A place with its own horizon.
ONLY FIVE GUEST ROOMS
Individually furnished rooms with ensuite bathrooms, air conditioning and Wi-Fi.
The intimacy of a historic home, with the comfort you expect today.
PANORAMIC SWIMMING POOL
Open in season, with views across the Monti Iblei.
Time to swim, read or simply stay at the Villa between journeys.
LIFE AT SANTA MARGHERITA
Breakfast in the garden. A walk through the olive groves.
A quiet hour before aperitivo.
Not every moment needs to be programmed.
SMALL BY DESIGN
Five rooms. Maximum eight guests.
Enough privacy when you want it — and one table when everyone comes together.
STAY AT VILLA SANTA MARGHERITA
Historic character. Modern comfort.
And the freedom of having space around you.
11 HECTARES OF SICILIAN COUNTRYSIDE
Olive groves, gardens and centuries-old trees.
A place with its own horizon.
ONLY FIVE GUEST ROOMS
Individually furnished rooms with ensuite bathrooms, air conditioning and Wi-Fi.
The intimacy of a historic home, with the comfort you expect today.
PANORAMIC SWIMMING POOL
Open in season, with views across the Monti Iblei.
Time to swim, read or simply stay at the Villa between journeys.
LIFE AT SANTA MARGHERITA
Breakfast in the garden. A walk through the olive groves.
A quiet hour before aperitivo.
Not every moment needs to be programmed.
SMALL BY DESIGN
Five rooms. Maximum eight guests.
Enough privacy when you want it — and one table when everyone comes together.
Historic character. Modern comfort.
And the freedom of having space around you.
11 HECTARES OF SICILIAN COUNTRYSIDE
Olive groves, gardens and centuries-old trees.
A place with its own horizon.
ONLY FIVE GUEST ROOMS
Individually furnished rooms with ensuite bathrooms, air conditioning and Wi-Fi.
The intimacy of a historic home, with the comfort you expect today.
PANORAMIC SWIMMING POOL
Open in season, with views across the Monti Iblei.
Time to swim, read or simply stay at the Villa between journeys.
LIFE AT SANTA MARGHERITA
Breakfast in the garden. A walk through the olive groves.
A quiet hour before aperitivo.
Not every moment needs to be programmed.
SMALL BY DESIGN
Five rooms. Maximum eight guests.
Enough privacy when you want it — and one table when everyone comes together.
YOUR JOURNEY IS ALREADY ARRANGED
All that’s left is to choose your dates
All that’s left is to choose your dates
- AIRPORT TRANSFERSScheduled group arrival and departure transfers from Catania (CTA) or Comiso (CIY) are included.
After your booking is confirmed, Natalia will advise the recommended arrival and departure flight times for your journey. - SMALL-GROUP DEPARTURESSelected departures throughout the year.
4 to 8 guests per journey.
We will confirm when your departure is guaranteed before you book non-refundable flights. - RESERVE YOUR PLACE — 20% DEPOSITA 20% non-refundable deposit secures your place on the journey.
The remaining balance is due 30 days before arrival. - STAY LONGER IN SICILYExtra nights at Villa Santa Margherita can be added before or after the journey, subject to availability.
Stay a little longer and continue Sicily at your own pace.
GRAND JOURNEY DEPARTURES
2026–2027
Selected small-group departures · 7 days / 6 nights · Maximum 8 guests
2026
October 29 – November 4
November 14 – 20
December 1 – 7
2027
March 18 – 24
April 9 – 15
May 14 – 20
June 11 – 17
September 23 – 29
October 15 – 21
4–8 guests per departure
Solo travellers are welcome. A maximum of two rooms for single occupancy is available on each departure.
Don’t see a suitable date?
Contact Natalia about future departures.
2026
October 29 – November 4
November 14 – 20
December 1 – 7
2027
March 18 – 24
April 9 – 15
May 14 – 20
June 11 – 17
September 23 – 29
October 15 – 21
4–8 guests per departure
Solo travellers are welcome. A maximum of two rooms for single occupancy is available on each departure.
Don’t see a suitable date?
Contact Natalia about future departures.
HIDDEN SICILY GRAND JOURNEY
€3,280 per person
based on two guests sharing a double or twin room
Early Booking Rate €2,952 per person
when booked 30+ days before arrival
€3,280 per person
based on two guests sharing a double or twin room
Early Booking Rate €2,952 per person
when booked 30+ days before arrival
WHAT’S INCLUDED
6 nights at Villa Santa Margherita
6 breakfasts at the Villa
Scheduled group arrival and departure airport transfers
All transportation included in the published programme
Licensed local guides in Modica, Syracuse and Ragusa
5 lunches and 4 dinners as detailed in the programme
Lunch at Ciccio Sultano’s Il Duomo, 2 Michelin Stars
Tenuta Bastonaca winery visit and guided wine tasting
Two hands-on Sicilian cooking experiences
Caltagirone ceramics workshop with Antonino Navanzino
Your hand-painted and fired ceramic piece
A bottle of our St. Margherita DOP BIO Extra Virgin Olive Oil
6 breakfasts at the Villa
Scheduled group arrival and departure airport transfers
All transportation included in the published programme
Licensed local guides in Modica, Syracuse and Ragusa
5 lunches and 4 dinners as detailed in the programme
Lunch at Ciccio Sultano’s Il Duomo, 2 Michelin Stars
Tenuta Bastonaca winery visit and guided wine tasting
Two hands-on Sicilian cooking experiences
Caltagirone ceramics workshop with Antonino Navanzino
Your hand-painted and fired ceramic piece
A bottle of our St. Margherita DOP BIO Extra Virgin Olive Oil
NOT INCLUDED
Flights to and from Sicily
Travel insurance
Personal expenses
Meals and drinks not specified in the programme
Optional activities outside the published programme
Travel insurance
Personal expenses
Meals and drinks not specified in the programme
Optional activities outside the published programme
SOLO TRAVELLER & BOOKING
Solo traveller
€3,850
Early Booking Rate €3,465
when booked 30+ days before arrival
A maximum of two rooms for single occupancy is available on each departure.
A 20% non-refundable deposit secures your place.
The remaining balance is due 30 days before arrival.
Read the full Terms & Conditions.
Once availability is confirmed, we will send your invoice and payment details.
€3,850
Early Booking Rate €3,465
when booked 30+ days before arrival
A maximum of two rooms for single occupancy is available on each departure.
A 20% non-refundable deposit secures your place.
The remaining balance is due 30 days before arrival.
Read the full Terms & Conditions.
Once availability is confirmed, we will send your invoice and payment details.
WHAT OUR GUESTS SAY
Words from guests who have travelled through Sicily with us.
Words from guests who have travelled through Sicily with us.
ST. MARGHERITA DOP BIO OLIVE OIL
The story of Santa Margherita continues in its olive groves.
For generations, olive oil has been produced on this land. Today, we continue that tradition with our own St. Margherita DOP BIO Extra Virgin Olive Oil, made from indigenous Tonda Iblea olives grown around the Villa.
Its character is unmistakably Sicilian: green tomato, freshly cut grass and artichoke, with a balanced bitterness and a long finish.
During the journey, you will taste the oil here at Santa Margherita — where the olives are grown.
And before you leave, a bottle goes home with you.
The story of Santa Margherita continues in its olive groves.
For generations, olive oil has been produced on this land. Today, we continue that tradition with our own St. Margherita DOP BIO Extra Virgin Olive Oil, made from indigenous Tonda Iblea olives grown around the Villa.
Its character is unmistakably Sicilian: green tomato, freshly cut grass and artichoke, with a balanced bitterness and a long finish.
During the journey, you will taste the oil here at Santa Margherita — where the olives are grown.
And before you leave, a bottle goes home with you.
COME TO SICILY AS OUR GUEST
Choose the departure that suits you and tell us how many guests will be travelling.
Natalia will contact you personally, answer any questions and confirm availability for your journey.
Natalia will contact you personally, answer any questions and confirm availability for your journey.
VILLA SANTA MARGHERITA
+39 347 518 0414 · WhatsApp
ufficio.margo@libero.it
stmargheritatours.com
Villa Santa Margherita
C.da Santa Margherita, 39
Chiaramonte Gulfi (RG) Sicily
+39 347 518 0414 · WhatsApp
ufficio.margo@libero.it
stmargheritatours.com
Villa Santa Margherita
C.da Santa Margherita, 39
Chiaramonte Gulfi (RG) Sicily
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