Palermo Coastal Round Trip is a refined journey designed to offer a true sense of Sicily within a thoughtfully paced five-day experience. Beginning and ending in Palermo, the itinerary traces the island’s coastal atmosphere, cultural depth, and gastronomic character. 

Included within the itinerary is a transit to La Dolce Vita Orient Express - The Shores of Sicily. On Day 2, guests transfer from Palermo. The journey follows Sicily’s coastline towns in elegance, with onboard dining and a relaxed pace that lets the island unfold beyond the window. The route pauses in Syracuse for time to absorb its historic charm, before an overnight onboard experience. The following day continues through a curated selection of Shores of Sicily highlights, arriving in Agrigento for a guided cultural visit, then returning by rail to Palermo.  

Days 4 and 5 return to Palermo, allowing time to slow down and immerse in the city’s markets, architecture, and layered heritage.

Curated around the principles of eco-conscious luxury, the journey reflects the art of refined travel: moving more slowly, choosing depth, and privileging cultural engagement. Travel by rail becomes both a responsible choice and an aesthetic one - reducing impact while enhancing connection to place.

Journey Approach & Season

• A low-impact, immersive way to experience Sicily through rail

• Coastal, cultural, literary, and gastronomic themes introduced

• A balanced rhythm of curated moments, unhurried transitions, and personal time

• Experiences refined post-confirmation to reflect interests, timing, and group goals

• March-April offers mild temperatures, vivid landscapes, and cultural energy without peak-season intensity

• Additional rail journeys departing from Palermo and extending into Italy also available, including group itineraries and tailored charter proposals 

Travel Values

• Designed for discerning travellers seeking cultural depth and refined experiences

• Ideal for corporate groups looking for meaningful, well-curated journeys

• Appeals to those who value a shared sense of purpose and connection

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