Day 1: Palermo – Arrival & Historical Introduction
Arrive in Palermo and settle into your accommodation. Begin your journey with a visit to Palazzo Valguarnera-Gangi, the setting for the grand ball in The Leopard. Explore the historic Quattro Canti, the opulent Teatro Massimo, and the Cathedral of Palermo. Enjoy a traditional Sicilian dinner featuring caponata and pasta alla Norma.

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Day 2: Palermo – Aristocratic Heritage
Discover Palazzo Lampedusa, the author's ancestral home, and the Oratory of San Lorenzo, adorned with exquisite stuccoes. Stroll through the lively markets of Ballarò and Vucciria before visiting the Monreale Cathedral, a masterpiece of Norman-Arab architecture. Conclude with an elegant dinner at a historic restaurant.

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Day 3: Bagheria – The Villas of Nobility
Head to Bagheria, a town known for its aristocratic villas. Visit Villa Palagonia, famous for its grotesque sculptures, and Villa Cattolica, home to the Renato Guttuso Museum. Enjoy a seafood lunch by the coast and explore the picturesque town before returning to Palermo for the night.

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Day 4: Santa Margherita di Belìce – Lampedusa’s Estate
Travel inland to Santa Margherita di Belìce, where the author spent his childhood. Visit Palazzo Filangeri-Cutò, the inspiration for the Salina family's residence. Explore the town’s literary museum dedicated to The Leopard and take in the serene countryside.

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Day 5: Agrigento – The Ancient World
Drive to Agrigento and explore the stunning Valley of the Temples, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Walk among the ancient ruins and imagine the grandeur of Sicily’s past. In the evening, enjoy a sunset dinner overlooking the temples.

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Day 6: Catania – Baroque and Volcanic Majesty
Journey to Catania, a city of baroque architecture and vibrant life. Visit Via Etnea, the Piazza del Duomo, and the Benedictine Monastery. Enjoy a scenic drive to Mount Etna for breathtaking views before savoring Catanese cuisine in a historic trattoria.

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Day 7: Acireale and Aci Trezza – Romantic Landscapes
Explore Acireale’s baroque beauty before heading to Aci Trezza, the setting of Verga’s I Malavoglia and a place that evokes The Leopard’s themes of change. Admire the legendary Cyclopean Isles and enjoy fresh seafood by the sea.

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Day 8: Ragusa and Modica – Baroque Jewels
Visit the splendid baroque towns of Ragusa and Modica. Wander through Ragusa Ibla’s labyrinthine streets and enjoy Modica’s world-famous chocolate. These towns evoke the faded grandeur of the Sicilian aristocracy depicted in The Leopard.

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Day 9: Siracusa – Echoes of the Past
Arrive in Siracusa and explore the ancient Greek Theater, the Ear of Dionysius, and Ortigia’s charming streets. Visit Palazzo Beneventano del Bosco and enjoy a sunset aperitivo by the sea, reflecting on the island’s layered history.

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Day 10: Return to Palermo – Farewell to Sicily
Return to Palermo, stopping in Cefalù to admire its stunning coastline and Norman Cathedral. Spend your last evening enjoying a farewell dinner in a grand palazzo, reminiscing about your journey through The Leopard’s Sicily.