Journey Through Time - Cefalù - Taormina

From April 22nd to May 6th, 2017.
Tales of a Sicilian Journey. A trek designed and crafted to explore this stretch of Sicily, connecting two iconic tourist destinations. Along the way, we will pass through small villages—hidden gems of nature, flavor, and warm hospitality—that will make this journey a truly rewarding experience for hiking enthusiasts.
Cefalù, the pearl of the Tyrrhenian, will be our starting point. Known in ancient Greek times as Kefaloidion, it is steeped in history with an enchanting medieval town center and is famous for the distinctive promontory known as the Rocca di Cefalù.
Our journey on foot concludes in the stunning town of Taormina. Founded in 358 B.C. by the survivors of nearby Naxos, it was later conquered by the Romans and then the Byzantines. Taormina is the oldest tourist destination in Sicily; Greeks, Romans, Byzantines, and Saracens all chose it as a place to stay, and the Normans, in particular, established it as a premier residential resort.
We will traverse three areas of great interest for Sicilian hiking: Parco delle Madonie, Parco dei Nebrodi, Parco Fluviale dell'Alcantara, and the Monti Peloritani, staying in local accommodations such as B&Bs, hotels, and mountain huts.
Logistics: It is possible to sign up for just the Dorsale dei Nebrodi section (Mistretta/Floresta). A luggage transport service is available upon request for approximately € 5.00 per day; the cost may vary based on the number of participants requesting it. For logistical reasons, you must adhere to the registration deadlines for both the full trip and the individual section.

Fee: € 190.00 - Includes guide service, RCT insurance, and excursion organization.
Other expenses: € 700.00. Expenses include: itinerant accommodation in B&Bs, hotels, and agriturismi (farm stays) in double or triple rooms, dinners and breakfasts from the evening of the first day until the morning of the last, and welcome events.
Costs do not include: travel expenses to reach the meeting point and return from the end of the trip, daily packed lunches, and any unspecified extra expenses.
Deposit: € 200.00 at the time of booking.
Balance: € 690.00 to be paid on-site.
Meeting point: Saturday, April 22nd at 3:00 PM, Cefalù train station.
End of trip: Saturday, May 6th at 3:00 PM, Taormina train or bus station.
Option to participate only in the Mistretta/Floresta section (Dorsale dei Nebrodi): Meeting point Friday, April 28th at 8:30 AM, Mistretta. End of trip Monday, May 1st at 5:00 PM, Floresta. Fee: € 65.00 - Includes guide service, RCT insurance, and excursion organization. Other expenses: € 150.00 – includes B&B accommodation, dinners, breakfast, and welcome events.
For health insurance: please provide your full name, place of residence, and date and place of birth.
INSURANCE and CONDITIONS: In addition to the civil liability insurance already included in the fee, our participants have the option to purchase travel cancellation and health assistance insurance (additional cost of approximately € 40). Those interested in this coverage must notify us in writing at the time of booking.
Max number of participants: 14
Daily walking hours: 5 to 7 hours.
Nights: sleeping in local B&Bs, hotels, and mountain huts.
Meals: packed lunches, agriturismi, and restaurants.
Highlights: history, culture, nature, and local gastronomy.
Trip type: itinerant/stationary.
Difficulty: challenging.
Required equipment: trekking clothing, hiking boots, long trousers, hat, trekking poles, flashlight, shower sandals, rain poncho (k-way), sweater, waterproof jacket, water bottle, and personal toiletries.
Recommendations: a 50-liter backpack, not exceeding 8 kg for women and 10 kg for men.
Duration: 15 days / 14 nights.
Booking deadline: April 3rd, 2017.
Notes: the itinerary may be subject to changes due to unpredictable natural events; in such cases, the guide will make the final decision.
Guide: Salvatore Marletta and Gregorio Chiarenza: contact – 3334987946 - 3356318247
Email: [email protected]; [email protected]