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Soft sandy beaches, ancient ruins and modern vitality: discover the medieval town of Cefalù, with its fascinating cobbled streets. This small town is situated between a natural bay and a towering granite cliff called La Rocca. Built for the Norman King, Roger II, the picturesque historic town features a “Sicilian Romanesque” cathedral that began construction in 1131 and is decorated with exceptional Byzantine style mosaics. Stroll down to the medieval stone fountain and seek out the Gothic arch of the Porta Marina for a picture-perfect view of the little harbor. The squares, streets and churches of this medieval town are so postcard-pretty that it is no wonder director Giuseppe Tornatore chose to set parts of his much-loved film Cinema Paradiso here. The tour will continue to the medieval town of Castelbuono, the charming capital of the Madonie Mountains, set amid ancient manna ash and chestnut forests. It owes much of its building stock and character to the Ventimiglias, a powerful noble family who ruled the town between the 14th and 16th centuries. Here, you'll view the battlements and towers of the town’s imposing 14th-century castle built by this family, with a little precious treasure kept inside this fort. Have a gourmet stop at Fiasconaro pastry shop, whose Panettone is famous everywhere in the world. Recently, this traditional cake has even reached Space: on request of NASA, the artisanal panettone of this unique place was launched in space aboard the Discovery Shuttle to be consumed by the crew members. Continue the sweetness with a taste of the biblical “Manna from heaven”, a sap that comes out of the ash tree bark. Once in contact with the scorching sun, it condenses and forms white stalactites, becoming a natural sweetener. What makes our Cefalù and Castelbuono tour special: a truly Sicilian day immersed in the excellences of the Island: sea, sun, art and food.

Departure:
Palermo
Destination:
Cefalu - Castelbuono

Tour Plan

What makes our Cefalù and Castelbuono tour special: a truly Sicilian day immersed in the excellences of the Island: sea, sun, art and food.

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Valle dei Templi

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English speaking Driver for the day at disposal and all relevant expenses
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Cefalù and Castelbuono
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Destination: Cefalu - Castelbuono
Duration: 7/8 hours
Travel: Business
Type: Art

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