- traditional-style apartments by the sea
- little-known archipelago off Sicily’s west coast
- varied walking along the coast and in the mountains, route notes provided
- Roman and Norman sites
- transfers by ferry and taxi included
A richly varied landscape, endlessly intriguing history and the unique culture and spirit of the people make western Sicily a fascinating place to discover. Nowhere epitomises this more than the secluded and little-known Egadi Islands, where square, whitewashed houses, colourful fishing villages, sun-scorched hills, a benevolent year-round climate and tropical vegetation lend them an almost African feel.
Rugged tranquillity, friendly locals and fine food reward those who journey to the most remote of the Egadi Islands.
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Marettimo is the most westerly of the Egadi Islands and boasts a dramatic coast of quiet coves and high cliffs, while rugged mountains hide many rare and endemic plants that have survived in relative isolation. The Greeks and Romans left outposts here, and you can follow in their footsteps by catching the boat from Trapani on Sicily for the one-hour crossing. As you head out to sea and the hustle and bustle of modern life falls further behind, the island appears, the excitement grows, and you’re soon setting foot ashore on one of the Mediterranean’s hidden gems, making it the perfect haven for a week’s gentle exploration and relaxation.