We are delighted to invite you to the inaugural edition of A Sicilian Journey — a new, expansive initiative from our Retreat For the Senses program. 

After five unforgettable years and many successful editions, we have crafted this unique format to offer an even more intimate and enriching travel experience.

Our first destination is close to our hearts: Palermo & Menfi.

This coming April, join us for six days/4 nights as we explore Palermo, now recognized as one of Europe’s most compelling cities for contemporary art and culture.

This journey is designed for those who seek meaningful encounters with artists, places, and ideas, and special access to local and private structures and cultural gate keepers. With us as your guides, you will gain personal insight to the creative minds and spaces shaping Sicily’s vibrant spirit

Trip Highlights

* Discover Il Cretto di Burri: a transcendent, site-specific land art installation nestled in the Sicilian hills.

* Experience the finest wines by Alessio Planeta, celebrated as Italy’s Wine Maker of the Year 2023.

* Visit Palermo’s leading artists in their studios, from stunning Medieval buildings to atmospheric Liberty Style ateliers.

* Explore the city’s Baroque treasures and majestic palazzos.

* Step into private collections curated by renowned traditional Italian families.

* Savor the diverse flavors of Sicilian gastronomy, from contemporary street food to high-end dining experiences.

* Enjoy magical moments in enchanting wineries, with our home base at a beautiful Planeta Estate.