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Itinerary Sicily

Now Booking: Sun-Drenched Puglia and Ancient Matera, Basilicata (October 2026)

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Southern Italy calls the discerning traveler—the one who seeks the purest flavors and the richest history. Sips Sites & Bites offers distinct, small-group journeys crafted for the curious Food, Wine & Culture Lover.

Discover the soul of the Italian heel, plus the breathtaking history of its neighbor! This journey combines the authentic culinary, wines, seaside and historical traditions of Puglia with the awe-inspiring architecture of Basilicata.

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Discover the soul of the Italian heel! Puglia is the land of ancient olive groves, pristine Adriatic seafood, and sun-kissed vineyards producing pure, mineral-driven wines.

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  • The Culinary Experience: Enjoy a hands-on cooking class, private visits to family-run cheese and olive oil farms, and local wineries tasting the famed Primitivo and Negroamaro wines right from the source. Indulge in fresh orecchiette pasta, savory street food, and the world's finest olive oil.

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  • The Seaside Experience: We will explore the stunning coastline—from the rugged Adriatic cliffs to the gentle Ionian shores—savoring the pristine seafood and the sun-kissed vineyards that produce pure, mineral-driven wines.

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  • The Ancient History Experience: Step back thousands of years as we explore the ancient, cave-dwelling city of Matera (Basilicata)—a UNESCO World Heritage site and an unforgettable highlight of this region

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  • The Vibe: Authentic, unhurried, and deeply rooted in tradition.

 

 Secure your spot now for Puglia, October 2026. Only 14 spots are available! 

 

Don't miss this chance to connect with Italy's culinary and historic soul. 

Coming in 2027: Passionate Sicily

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 “To have seen Italy without having seen Sicily is not to have seen Italy at all, for Sicily is the clue to everything.”Goethe

 

Plan for an assault on your senses! Sicily is a vibrant fusion of Greek, Arab, and Norman cultures, resulting in unique flavors, exotic aromas, and full-bodied wines grown on volcanic slopes. This will be the ultimate indulgence in ancient history, raw passion, and culinary complexity.

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Details for the 2027 Sicily tour are coming soon.

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