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SICILY

Palermo, Cefalu, Taormina, Siracusa, Ragusa & Agrigento

TUSCANY

CINQUE TERRE

SICILY

NAPLES & AMALFI

PUGLIA

VENICE CARNIVAL

The scents and tastes of this land will take hold of you.

Sicilian shores are washed by three different seas, and it’s reflected in the island’s ancient name for Sicily: “Trinacria”, the three-cornered island. Sicily has had a long and tortuous history dating back more than 2,000 years. To know Sicily, you must first breathe in its aroma and taste its food.

Palermo, the island’s capital city, is renowned for its fascinating blend of Arabic, Norman and Baroque architecture. On the east side of the island is the 18th century re-built city of Catania, located between the Ionian Sea and the slopes of Mount Etna. Catania is a UNESCO World Heritage site. And on the south side of the island is the magical and very much loved 27th century old city of Siracusa, founded by the Corinthians.

After Siracusa we explore the mountaintop village of Ragusa and then on to Agrigento to view and photograph the Valley of the Temples, and the stunning white rocks of Scala dei Turchi.

Sicily to most first-time visitors is a complete revelation. Although it’s the largest island in the Mediterranean, it is relatively undiscovered, steeped in history and bathed in sunshine. It offers the discerning traveler fine cuisine, stunning beaches, mountains, volcanoes, art, archaeology, and unforgettable hospitality. Can you think of a better place to study photography than Sicily?

This adventure is designed not only to guide you to the most photogenic locations carefully planned for the best light but to aid you in mentally visualizing a scene before capturing the decisive moment. Our aim is to raise your awareness and spark your creativity so that you not only go home with images to be proud of but use your new found skills to improve and expand your photographic technique in general. Apart from the technical aspect of learning your camera settings and capabilities, you will learn how to turn an ordinary image into an extraordinary image by using your own creativity.

In addition, you will become knowledgeable on how to survey the landscape, utilize and approach your environment, photograph people indigenous to the region and the cultural considerations and challenges of photographing in a foreign country. Our time together will include individual and group discussions, inspiring ideas, and great fun. We cannot think of a better location to express your creativity than the seductive island of Sicily!

Sicily to most first-time visitors is a complete revelation. Although it’s the largest island in the Mediterranean, it is relatively undiscovered, steeped in history and bathed in sunshine. It offers the discerning traveler fine cuisine, stunning beaches, mountains, volcanoes, art, archaeology, and unforgettable hospitality. Can you think of a better place to study photography than Sicily?

This adventure is designed not only to guide you to the most photogenic locations carefully planned for the best light but to aid you in mentally visualizing a scene before capturing the decisive moment. Our aim is to raise your awareness and spark your creativity so that you not only go home with images to be proud of but use your new found skills to improve and expand your photographic technique in general. Apart from the technical aspect of learning your camera settings and capabilities, you will learn how to turn an ordinary image into an extraordinary image by using your own creativity.

In addition, you will become knowledgeable on how to survey the landscape, utilize and approach your environment, photograph people indigenous to the region and the cultural considerations and challenges of photographing in a foreign country. Our time together will include individual and group discussions, inspiring ideas, and great fun. We cannot think of a better location to express your creativity than the seductive island of Sicily!

Group Size

4-8 Guests

Experience | Difficulty

  • Beginner, amateur, enthusiast and semi-pro photographers
  • DSLR, mirrorless, compact or iPhone cameras
  • Moderate schedule
  • Travel by car or minibus
  • Considerable elevation changes and a moderate amount of walking
  • (non-photographers also welcome)

Weather | Sun

May – Temps 70/58 F  21/16 C  Sunrise 6:16 | Sunset 7:53 (19:53)
October – Temps 73/64 F  22/18 C  Sunrise 6:58 | Sunset 6:58 (18:58)

Includes

  • 8 Days
  • Travel, landscape, seascape, architecture, and people photography
  • Professional photographer | guide
  • Photo walks & discussions
  • Small group size (4-8 guests)
  • 4 or 5-star hotels
  • Breakfasts
  • 2 Dinners
  • Local transportation

Travel Information

Arrival & Departure Airports: Palermo, Sicily (PMO) – Transfer time to hotel 45min
Our adventure begins at 11 AM on the first day and ends at noon on the last day.
Travel Visa: A visa may be required depending on your nationality. Go to Visa Map to find out.

Accommodations

Palermo – Hotel Federico II – Central Palace, Grand Hotel Et Des Palmes or similar
Taormina – La Plage Resort or similar
Siracusa – Algila’ Ortigia Charme Hotel, Des Étrangers Hotel & Spa or similar
Ragusa – Antica Badia Relais Hotel, De Stefano Palace Luxury Hotel or similar
Agrigento – Villa Athena Hotel, Colleverde Park Hotel or similar

Helpful Links

> Algila Ortigia Charme Hotel – by Roman Martin
> Reading Sicily – By Erika Suban

Sicily Prices & Dates

Photographer Leader

Photographer Leader

Roman Martin

September 29 – October 6, 2024
April 19-26, 2025

*All prices are per person and based on double occupancy. Please select single occupancy for a private room. For your convenience, we offer optional early arrival and late departure accommodations so you can extend your stay before or after the trip. We typically stay in upscale boutique hotels in the 4 and 5-star category. Not all destinations offer these types of properties. We look for unique hotels that offer cultural, historic, and/or authentic features. Depending on the size of the group, smaller boutique hotels may have limited room inventory. In some countries or in remote locations, we may be limited to lodges or branded chain hotels. In Cuba, we stay in upscale family-owned Casas (bread & breakfasts). On all of our tours, breakfast is almost always included, but not guaranteed. Meal categories listed include (B) for breakfast, (L) for lunch, and (D) for dinner.

UPCOMING WORKSHOPS

SICILY 8 DAYS

Day 1 | Palermo

We meet in Palermo at our hotel, where we will discuss PWA’s “10 Guiding Principles to Great Photography” as well as our “THE ART OF SEEING” photographic technique. During our group lunch, we will have informal discussions on what our guests are trying to achieve in their photography, subject matters, styles, and techniques.

From here we will set out for a wonderful day of photography throughout the city of Palermo. In the evening we celebrate with our “Welcome Dinner” at one of our favorite Italian restaurants. (D)

Day 2 | Palermo - Cefalu - Taormina

On day two we depart Palermo and drive east to the city of Cefalu on the northern coast. Cefalu is an ancient city falling in an emerald sea. On the beaches, we will find beautifully colored fishing boats and delicious seafood. We’ll photograph as much of Cefalu as time will allow us before we move on along the northern coast, hunting for breathtaking villages and coastline.

We end our day on the eastern side of Sicily in the romantic city of Taormina where we check into our hotel. In the evening, we head up the mountain by gondola to Taormina and enjoy a wonderful Sicilian dinner. (B)

Day 3 | Taormina

We spend the day exploring the beauty and history of Taormina, neighboring villages, and enjoying the amenities and photo opportunities of our fabulous resort. Taormina is the type of Sicilian village that you just can not get enough of.

Spectacularly perched on the side of a mountain, the town remains an achingly beautiful spot with gorgeous medieval churches, a stunning Greek theatre and sweeping views over the Gulf of Naxos and Mt Etna. Founded in the 4th century BC, it enjoyed great prosperity under the Greek ruler Gelon II and later under the Romans, but fell into quiet obscurity after being conquered by the Normans in 1087. (B)

Day 4 | Siracusa

On day four we’re up early to photograph the low light, and then off to Siracusa in the south, passing Mount Etna to our west. The terrain is volcanic and the views and photo opportunities are endless. There are many small villages and ruins along the way which will provide many photo opportunities.

Siracusa is an ancient Greek and Roman city, known for its well-preserved ruins and beauty, and especially known for its sunsets. Once there, we check into our hotel followed by dinner in the oldest part of the city. (B)

Day 5 | Siracusa - Ortygia

Our day is dedicated to exploring the city of Siracusa, a wonder to behold. One of the great ancient capitals of Western civilization, the city was founded in 734 BC by Greek colonists from Corinth and soon grew to rival, and even surpass, Athens in splendor and power. Siracusa became the largest, wealthiest city-state in the West and a bulwark of Greek civilization.

Our focus will be on street photography, seascape, architecture, and people photography. The island of Ortygia, where our hotel is located, is an ancient city first inhabited by the Greeks, which juts out into the Ionian Sea and is connected to the mainland by two small bridges. (B)

Day 6 | Ragusa

We depart the seaside city of Siracusa for the mountaintop village of Ragusa, a fascinating town on the southern side of Sicily. Ragusa’s baroque architecture has earned it UNESCO World Heritage status. It’s an unusual town, divided into two parts – the Upper Town and Ibla. After the earthquake of 1693 destroyed most of the town, half the people decided to build on the ridge above town and the other half renovated the old town. Our lovely boutique hotel will be our overnight stay in this charming ancient village. (B)

Day 7 | Agrigento - Valley of Temples - Scala dei Turchi

We check out early for our return trip to Palermo, but not before stopping in Agrigento to view and photograph the Valley of the Temples, and the stunning white rocks of Scala dei Turchi. At one time the fourth-largest city in the known world, Agrigento, or Akragas as it was then known, is home to Sicily’s most impressive Greek ruins.

The UNESCO-listed Valley of the Temples is one of the most mesmerizing sites in the Mediterranean, boasting the best-preserved Doric temples outside of Greece. They include the Tomb of Terone, Temple of Hercules, Temple of Olympic Jupiter and the Temple of Concordia.

After an amazing day, we check into our hotel and head out for an amazing Sicilian “Farewell Dinner”. With great fun and laughter, we will discuss all the highlights of the trip. (B) (D)

Day 8 | Agrigento - Palermo

While enjoying breakfast we conduct our final group discussion and review. We depart early for our 2.5-hour drive to Palermo. Those departing Palermo will be first dropped at the airport (approx. 12:00 noon).

Those staying on for a late departure will be dropped in Palermo. We do urge you to extend your stay in Sicily or in Italy and make good use of everything you will learn on our photo adventure. (B)

(B) Breakfast, (L) Lunch, (D) Dinner, (E) Excursion

 

May all who come as guests... leave as friends®

 

OPTIONS AND BENEFITS

Pricing

All prices are per person and based on double occupancy. Please select single occupancy for a private room. For your convenience, we offer optional early arrival and late departure accommodations so you can extend your stay before or after the trip. We typically stay in boutique hotels in the 4-star category. Not all destinations offer these types of properties. We look for unique hotels which offer cultural, historic and/or authentic features. Depending on the size of the group, smaller boutique hotels may have limited room inventory. In some countries or in remote locations, we may be limited to lodges or branded chain hotels. Breakfast is included only if included in our room rates.

Private Guided Adventures

We offer amazing private guided photo adventures, cultural tours and vacations for individuals, couples, families and groups. We can customize any of our published adventures, as well as others, to meet your individual needs, schedule, budget and interests. This may include the finest 5-star accommodations, business-class travel, and private guides and fixers who are able to make the impossible possible. If you are not interested in a photo-centric vacation, but you love our approach to private travel, we will be happy to design and deliver an amazing adventure focused on travel, culture and cuisine. Click here to request a quote. Feel free to call us at 1-888-834-0288 or contact us for more information.

Travel Insurance

We offer travel insurance through the internationally recognized Travelex Travel Insurance Company, as well as evacuation and medical transportation insurance through MedJet, one of the best in the industry.

The cost for travel insurance can be as low as 4% of the total trip cost, depending upon age and other factors. Knowing you have trip cancellation coverage can make a big difference should you have to cancel for some unforeseen reason. Travelex Insurance Services is a BBB Accredited business with an A+ rating. Click here to learn more about why you should consider travel insurance.

Rewards Program

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How The Program Works
For every adventure reservation you make with Photo Workshop Adventures, you earn valuable points which you can redeem on your next trip. This is a great way to save up to 8% off future trips. Our Rewards Program is designed with three tiers: Orange, Gold and VIP Members. Points may be applied towards balance payments on your next trip, or you may choose to accumulate points for a free trip in the future.

ORANGE REWARDS
All guests begin with our Orange Rewards Program (Level 1), which earns 4 points for every dollar you spend. You begin earning points immediately after your first trip. A $5,900 spend earns 23,600 points with a value of $236 USD.

GOLD REWARDS
With our Gold Rewards Program (Level 2), you earn 6 points for every dollar you spend. Orange Members who reach 120,000 accumulated lifetime* points (approx. 4-6 trips), automatically move up to Gold Rewards. A $5,900 spend earns 35,400 points with a value of $354 USD.

Additional Gold Benefits:

  • Earn up to double points during promotional events
  • Advance notifications for upcoming adventures and special offers

VIP REWARDS
With our VIP Rewards Program (Level 3), you earn 8 points for every dollar you spend. Gold Members who reach 350,000 accumulated lifetime* points (approx. 8-12 trips) move up to VIP Rewards. A $5,900 spend earns 47,200 points with a value of $472 USD, (8+/-% discount).

Additional VIP Benefits:

  • Earn up to double points during promotional events
  • Advance notifications for upcoming adventures and special offers
  • Ability to Gift or Transfer points to others
  • Receive complimentary airport transfers at the destination location*

Redeeming Your Points
Redeeming your points couldn’t be easier. You can always log in to your account to check your points balance. When you are ready to book your next trip, register and pay your deposit. When you go to pay your balance you will be given the option to apply your points and receive a discount.

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