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Women-Only Sicily Small Group Tour
Catania-Siracusa-Taormina-Noto
Join a women-only small group tour of Sicily designed for travelers who value slow travel. With fewer hotel changes, daily free time, and intimate groups, you’ll experience Italy at a pace that lets you truly connect with both the destination and the women beside you.
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How It Works
Reserve a Spot
To join the tour, a non-refundable deposit of €500 is required at the time of booking.
Make Payments
Set up your payment installments or pay in full. The trip must be paid in full 45 days prior to departure.
Bon voyage!
Prepare for your trip! We will send you travel details and add you to our group chat and private group webpage.
Our Itinerary
What We’re Doing
Day One
Arrival in Catania
Arrive in Catania and get in your private transfer to our centrally located hotel. Get refreshed and ready to meet our group for a welcome cocktail and dinner!
Day Two
Food Tour + Sunset Boat Ride
We start the day today around 9:30 AM, heading straight to the city center for our food tour. This will be the ideal way to learn about the history of Catania and try the local cuisine.
After the food tour, there will be time to relax and shop before we gather for our relaxing sunset boat ride along the Cyclops Coast.
Day Three
Sicilian Cooking Class
Today we’ll step inside the home of a local chef for an intimate Sicilian cooking experience.
We’ll begin with a traditional Italian aperitivo before learning how to roll fresh pasta completely by hand and master one of Italy’s most beloved desserts, tiramisu!
Following our class, you will have free time to explore Catania and visit any shops you might have been eyeing.
Day Four
Day Trip to Taormina
Today we head out on a day trip from Catania to Taormina, stopping at beautiful Isola Bella along the way.
Once in Taormina, a local guide will lead us through the historic center, including the Ancient Greek Theatre and Villa Comunale Gardens.
Afterward, we’ll have four hours of free time for lunch, shopping, or simply wandering at our own pace. We’ll finish with a traditional granita and brioche before heading back to Catania.
Day five
Etna Winery & Medieval Towns
Today we’ll journey around Mount Etna aboard the historic Circumetnea Railway, traveling through lava fields, vineyards, and charming villages.
We’ll visit a family-run winery for a vineyard tour, guided wine tasting, and leisurely Sicilian lunch featuring regional specialties.
In the afternoon, we’ll explore the medieval town of Randazzo before visiting the fascinating House of Medieval Music.
Day six
Transfer to Siracusa & Walking Tour
Today we leave Catania and head to our new hotel in Siracusa, where we’ll spend the next few days.
After settling in, we’ll explore the heart of Ortigia on a 1.5-hour guided walking tour through its charming streets.
Along the way, we’ll discover the city’s Greek, Roman, and Baroque history, including a visit to the magnificent Cathedral of Syracuse.
Day seven
Private Boat Tour Siracusa
Today we’ll spend the afternoon cruising along the beautiful coastline of Ortigia and Syracuse, passing sea caves, the Pillirina Gulf, and the Plemmirio Nature Reserve.
Along the way, we’ll stop for a swim and enjoy plenty of time relaxing on the water.
A leisurely Sicilian lunch with wine will be served on board before we make our way back to the marina.
day eight
Day Trip to Noto & Marzamemi
Today we’ll head to southeastern Sicily to explore Noto and Marzamemi, two of my favorite towns on the island.
We’ll start in beautiful Noto, with about an hour of free time, before spending 2.5 hours relaxing at the beach with time to swim, have lunch, or soak up the sun.
Later, we’ll continue to the charming fishing village of Marzamemi for time to wander its picturesque streets, browse the shops, and enjoy the atmosphere.
Day Nine
Free Day + Farewell Dinner
Our final day in Syracuse is yours to enjoy at your own pace, whether you want to shop, explore more of Ortigia, or simply relax by the sea.
In the evening, we’ll come together for our final group dinner at a beautiful waterfront setting. We’ll share delicious bites and raise a glass to an incredible time together in Sicily.
Day Ten
Departure Day
Today is the day we all head our separate ways. Breakfast will be available at the hotel.
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What’s Included
Pricing
Inclusions
Exclusions
Pricing
- €6,499 for Single Occupancy
- €4,999 for Double Occupancy
- Includes €500 Non-Refundable Fee
- Payment Plans Available
What They’re Saying
The trip was perfect. All the excursions were well planned and appealed to all the different individuals in our group. Our travel guide, Melissa, even added a personal touch by planning the naming ceremony/activity.
The day on a private boat was magical. I never imagined myself swimming in caves and exploring quaint seaside villages. The trip exceeded my expectations.
Melissa did a great job on planning a wonderful trip for us. She had all our accommodations made, which were prefect. Day trips were planned and were all amazing. Melissa was very easy to communicate with and responded quickly to any questions I had. The trip was seamless. Meet some wonderful women that I now can say are friends. Would absolutely book another trip with Melissa in a minute, actually planning one for next year. Best decision I could have made.
This is my THIRD trip with Melissa…I think that says it all!!!
This was my second time in Greece with Melissa, only one year later. I definitely fell in love with this country the first time, and I plan to go back and visit another part. The water, the food, the weather, the charm, and history.
It’s all mesmerizing. And I’m certainly happy for all the new and continued friendships. Booking my first trip to Greece in 2025 has been one of the best decisions of my life!
Great balance of activities around food, history, exploring the islands and cities, as well as downtime to relax and refresh. Melissa did a great job of making everyone feel comfortable and a part of the group. And I love how she communicated so much before the trip so we all knew what to pack and what to expect each day. I’d totally Recommend her trips!
I’ve always wanted to go to Greece and this was the perfect opportunity as a single woman.
Melissa is a gem. She plans every aspect of the trip with care, has a lovely spirit, and truly enjoys the trip and experience with the group. I’m so glad I found her group trips on Tiktok.
Memories that last, new friends, and a wonderful experience.
I would give this trip ten stars if I could. Everything was so well organized. It was the perfect balance of planned activities and free time. We stayed at boutique hotels that had personality. We dined at a number of great restaurants. We were spoiled with boat trips, wine tastings and jeep tours.
I can’t say enough wonderful things about how Melissa conducted this trip. It was the vacation of my dreams.
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Questions about travel planning? We have answers.
Our tour begins at 4pm on the first day, so it would be nice to arrive one day prior to the start of the trip. I can help you coordinate accommodations.
While the tour isn’t considered adventurous, our destinations do have their fair share of hills and inclines. I do my best to arrange transportation that minimizes stairs. On average, you can expect that we will do at least 10,000 steps a day.
While many travelers can enter on a tourist visa with no extra steps, it is important to confirm on the government website.
Yes. While a lot of travelers come alone, many decide to travel with a friend.
Breakfast is included each day of the tour except the start day. The additional meals that are included are specified on the itinerary above.
The tour starts and ends in Catania. You can book your flights in and out of CTA (Catania Fontanarossa Airport).
Hotel rooms in Europe tend to be smaller, and in twin rooms, the beds are often positioned quite close together, as shown below.
We don’t charge a single supplement or surcharge for traveling solo. The single-room price is simply higher because the full cost of the hotel room is covered by one person rather than being split between two people sharing.
Every trip is a little different, with women from a range of ages and backgrounds. Most of our travelers are from the U.S. and tend to be in their mid-40s through late 60s. We absolutely have women join us in their 30s, 70s, and even 80s, but the majority typically fall somewhere within that mid-40s to 60s range.
Our tours are priced in euros because the majority of our trip expenses, including hotels, transportation, guides, and experiences, are paid in euros. Pricing this way also protects us from currency fluctuations and allows us to keep the trip price as accurate as possible.
Meet Your Host!
I’m Melissa
Your go-to girl for all things travel
I’ve traveled to over 40 countries solo! And I’m passionate about helping you explore the world.
My favorite part about traveling is trying the local food, taking photographs, and making new friends!
I’m a big believer that anyone can achieve their goals if they are willing to work at it!
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