Full Day Private Tour in Medieval Villages and Vineyard in Cefalù
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Do you want to visit the medieval villages of the Madonie Natural Park with the possibility to have a wine tasting paired with local food and wine delights in an ancient 12th-century abbey ? Then book your tour! The daily tour lasting approximately 8 hours includes the pick up / drop off in accommodation facilities located in the Cefalù area or in a place to be agreed with a car or van with an Italian / English speaking driver. We'll drive through the vineyards in the territory of the ancient Santa Anastasia Abbey, where, on your free choose, you can taste the typical products of the area combined with wines produced with biodynamic techniques based on the principle of eco-sustainability (on reservation) Lunch and winetasting at the Cellar is not included. The customer can freely choose from the à la carte menu or the menu of the day. If you don't want to have lunch in the cellar, you can only have the wine tasting at 3.30pm - The basic tasting of 4 wines costs €25 per person.8 hours
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Availability and Prices
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
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Inclusions & Exclusions
Transportation amenities : Private transportation. Private transportation
Transportation amenities : In-vehicle air conditioning. Air-conditioned vehicle
Food and drink : Lunch. It's possible to add a wine tasting and lunch to the winery "Relais Abbazia Santa Anastasia" close to Castelbuono, that you can pay on the spot. The wine tasting starts from €25/person for 4 wines.
Food and drink : It's possible to add a wine tasting and lunch to the winery "Relais Abbazia Santa Anastasia" close to Castelbuono, that you can pay on the spot. The wine tasting starts from €25/person for 4 wines.
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Pollina
Pollina, ItalyWalking tour of the medieval town with its narrow street with a stunning view on the sea and the Madonie Natural Park1 hour • Admission Ticket FreeView Location2
Castello dei Ventimiglia
Piazza Castello, Castelbuono, ItalyWalking tour of the ancient castle of the Ventimiglia family.
You can admire the Chapel of St. Anne
The holy skull of St. Anne arrived in town in 1458 when the Ventimiglias decided to settle in Castelbuono.
Originally from Ventimiglia, Liguria they mysteriously received the relic from the Duke of Lorraine, France. One day in 1605, the guardian monk stole the relic and took it to Palermo. He confessed only on his deathbed, notes Elisabeth.
Finally in 1615 the Ventimiglias returned the relic to their castle and secured the silver reliquary bust in the chapel behind a grate with several locks.
Entrance € 5 each person
1 hour • Admission Ticket Not IncludedView Location3
Chiesa Maria SS. Assunta - Matrice Vecchia
Piazza Margherita, Castelbuono, Italy, 90013The church was dedicated to Holy Mary of the Assumption and its construction dates back to the middle of the fourteenth century.
The Matrice Vecchia displays a majestic Polyptych on the high altar, attributed to Antonio De Saliba, the nephew of Antonello da Messina. The work depicts the Virgin Mary with the Eternal Father holding up the world above. The painting shows a Patriarch with glasses, which makes it particular and rare in the sacral context. Then, under the feet of the faithful there is a crypt containing in turn a marble ciborium, made by Giorgio da Milano.
Then, a niche includes the statue of Santa Maria degli Angeli, placed in the structure around 1520 and made by Antonello Gagini. 30 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location4
Castelbuono
Castelbuono, ItalyWalking tour on the main street from the Castle to Piazza Margherita where you can admire the shops that sell the Manna.
The specialty has been the principal source of the town income since the 18th century.
Manna is a natural sugar that comes from a special ash tree called fraxinus ornus.
Manna takes the form of a whitish stalactite that manages to be vaguely sweet. It drips from the ash trees in Castelbuono and the nearby town of Pollina.
The sap is extracted by making a cut in the bark and on both stems and branches.5 hours • Admission Ticket FreeView Location5
Famous pastry shop well known in all over the world, because of the Panettoni Christmas cakes.
Tasting included during the opening days30 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup details
Tour operator will pick up all customers from their respective locations- Travelers can choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
- Pick up - Drop off at your hotel/airbnb or in a meeting point close at your hotel
- Travelers will be picked up 10 minutes before departure time
Pickup points
Additional Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Minimum age requirement for alcohol consumption is 18 years of age
Language And Guide
Tour Guide Available In
- English
- Italian
Ticket Details
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
Ticket Redemption
No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticketCancellation & Refunds
Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in Europe/Rome time to receive 100% refund.
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