Italy · Rural Experiences

Sicilian Villages & Ricotta Tasting including Lunch from Cefalu

8 Hours Round trip from IT Easy pace

Soak up the rugged scenery of the Madonie mountains

Sicilian Countryside Day Trip from Cefalu Including Lunch

View all 25 photos

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Full-day excursion from Cefalù into the Madonie countryside
02 Visit authentic Sicilian villages including Castelbuono, Geraci and Patralia Soprana
03 Scenic stop in Piano Battaglia in Madonie Park
04 Naturalistic walk to an ancient Sicilian farm
05 Watch the traditional preparation of fresh ricotta
06 Ricotta tasting during the farm visit
07 Typical Sicilian lunch at an agriturismo with wine and water
08 Afternoon return to Cefalù

Leave the coast behind for a full-day journey into the heart of rural Sicily, exploring the mountain landscapes and traditional villages of the Madonie area. From Cefalù, travel through authentic hill towns including Castelbuono, Geraci, Patralia Soprana and Polizzi Generosa, with time to enjoy the scenery of Madonie Park and Piano Battaglia.

A highlight of the day is a visit to an ancient Sicilian farm, where you can see the traditional method of making fresh ricotta and enjoy a tasting. The experience is rounded off with lunch at a typical agriturismo, featuring Sicilian specialties with wine and water included, before returning to Cefalù in the afternoon.

Leave the coast behind for a full-day journey into the heart of rural Sicily, exploring the mountain landscapes and traditional villages of the Madonie area.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

City Cefalù

Languages English, French, Italian

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Sicilian Villages & Ricotta Party from Cefalù

This delightful excursion will take you in the most unknown part of Sicily. Departure to “Madonie Park”. Visit of the authentic Sicilian villages such as: Castelbuono, Geraci, Patralia Soprana. Arrival in Piano Battaglia (1572m). Stop for a naturalistic walk to visit an ancient Sicilian farm, where you will admire the old traditional way to make fresh cheese called “Ricotta”. Continuation towards Polizzi Generosa. Lunch in a typical Agriturismo with Sicilian specialties (free wine and water). Return to Cefalù in the afternoon.

Please bring warm clothes and walking shoes

PICK UP - CEFALU AREA

07:30 Hotel Acacia (outside the main gate)
07:30 Hotel Dolce Estate (outside the main gate)
07:30 Hotel Fiesta Athenee palace (outside the main gate)
07:30 Hotel Garden Beach (outside the main gate)
07:40 Petrol Station Q8 ( SS 113 Campofelice)
07:45 Hotel Costa verde ( outside the reception)
07:55 Residence Fontana Barone (Mazzaforno)
08:00 Hotel Santa Lucia (Eni Petrol Station SS113 Cefalù)
08:10 (San Salvatore Church)
08:20 (Railway station) – Cefalù Hotels
08:30 Le Calette (Corner National Road SS113)
08:30 Hotel Kalura (Corner National Road SS113)

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from IT 1 city · 8 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
Air-conditioned vehicle
Professional guide
Cheese tasting
Lunch with wine

What's Not Included

Gratuities

Know before you go

INFANTS MUST SIT ON LAPS
Comfortable walking shoes recommended
Not wheelchair accessible
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
Not stroller accessible
Not suitable for pets
No public transportation nearby
Infant seats unavailable
The supplier would need to know your exact pick-up point at least 24 hours before departure.
Opening hours are:
09:00 - 19:30 Monday to Sunday