Verdura Resort, Rocco Forte Private Villas and Villa Igiea invite travelers to discover Sicily through immersive luxury experiences. Each Rocco Forte Hotels property offers thoughtfully curated activities that showcase the island’s culture, cuisine and landscapes.
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Located on Sicily’s southwest coast, Verdura Resort and Rocco Forte Private Villas are ideal for extended stays and offer a range of experiences tailored to both relaxation and active exploration. Highlights include a newly designed golf course and tailored golf packages, hands-on marzipan-making classes, rejuvenating treatments at the Irene Forte Spa, and special dining events such as the pop-up Japanese restaurant Dinings SW3. Guests can also explore the surroundings by self-guided bike tours or join expert-led sports sessions—fencing, tennis, rugby, swimming and more—through Verdura’s Sports Academy, where professional athletes provide coaching for all ages and levels.
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In Palermo, Villa Igiea presents authentic Sicilian experiences that immerse guests in local life. Enjoy a guided market tour followed by a hands-on cooking class, or take a private sunset cruise on the resort’s yacht. For those seeking history and terroir, there is a winemaking and heritage experience on the island of Mozia. Architecture enthusiasts can join a city-wide tour that highlights Palermo’s layered styles, while drivers can explore the city and coastline behind the wheel of a Porsche 718 Boxster or an iconic Fiat 500.
Guests wishing to see more of Sicily can opt for the Sicilian Railway Experience, a journey aboard a restored luxury train that links Verdura Resort and Villa Igiea with nearby UNESCO World Heritage sites, offering a scenic and memorable way to travel. For a quicker, panoramic option, Rocco Forte also operates a six-seat helicopter service for transfers and bespoke aerial tours between the properties, providing dramatic views of the coastline and countryside.
Whether you prefer leisurely spa days and gourmet meals or active pursuits and cultural discovery, Verdura Resort, Rocco Forte Private Villas and Villa Igiea combine elegant accommodations with curated activities designed to reveal the best of Sicily. Each experience is crafted to showcase local traditions, produce and landscapes while ensuring the comfort and privacy expected from a luxury hotel group.